Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Sports Direct HYROX London using our in-depth report. By comparing their results to those of similar athletes, we identify key strengths and areas in need of improvement.
For this specific race, our analysis is based on the performance of
1000 similar athletes.
This chart provides a visual summary of the race performance, displaying percentile rankings for all running and workout segments. You can quickly see the strength and the weakness of the athlete.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Women
Running
We compare the athlete's running times with peers who have similar finish times.
This chart helps you quickly determine if your running pace was too fast or too slow for your overall finish time.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Women
Workouts
We compare the athlete's workout times for each station with peers who have similar finish times.
This chart helps you quickly identify if any workouts were too fast or too slow relative to your overall finish time.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Women
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Holdaway Joanna's performance at each station and run segment compared to the average.
It reveals strengths and areas for improvement, providing insights into how the athlete's times stack up against typical HYROX competitors with same finish time.
In HYROX racing, pacing is crucial. The pacing line highlights Holdaway Joanna's pacing strategy, identifying segments where they may have started too fast or too slow, guiding them toward a more balanced race approach.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Women
Spread of Splits Time
This chart illustrates the spread of splits of all athletes competing in the same division, providing a visual representation of the distribution of times for each split.
Use this chart to compare the Holdaway Joanna's performance against the competition, identifying areas of strength and those needing improvement.
This chart includes Top 10%, Top 25%, Top 50%, Top 75%, Top 90%, and Top 100% of the athletes. The outliers have been removed for clarity.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Women
Improvement Plan
Based on our analysis, here are the focus areas for improvement. The goal is
to determine how quickly the athlete could improve on some stations and where is the path of least resistance to improve Holdaway Joanna's time.
The percentile rank is the current position of the athlete compared to the competition. It goes from 0 to 100, where 0 is the best and 100 is the worst.
It show the potential improvement for each station. The athlete should focus on the stations with the highest potential improvement and the biggest duration.
A big improvement in the Farmer's carry station will not be as impactful as a small improvement in the wall ball station for instance.
Just click on a station to see how easy it will be to improve and how important it is to focus on it during training.
For this athlete we identified a possible improvement of
05:37.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Women
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Overall Performance:
Joanna Holdaway’s performance in the 2024 Sports Direct HYROX London event showcases a balanced athlete with potential in both running and strength exercises. Joanna ranked in the top 63% overall and within her age group, which is commendable. Her total running time was slightly slower than average, indicating a more strength-oriented profile, yet her best running lap and excellent performance in the sled push and pull suggest significant running capacity and physical power. The rapid transitions in the roxzone highlight Joanna's agility and ability to switch between exercises efficiently. However, a noticeable pacing issue is present, with a tendency to start slower in the initial running segments before gaining momentum in later stages.
Segments to Improve:
Sandbag Lunges: The most significant time loss occurred here. To improve, Joanna should focus on lower body strength and endurance. Incorporating exercises like weighted step-ups, Bulgarian split squats, and lunges with progressive overload will build strength. Also, practicing lunges with uneven weights can simulate the instability experienced in the race. Endurance can be enhanced by adding high-repetition bodyweight lunges towards the end of workouts when fatigued to mimic race conditions.
Burpees Broad Jump: This segment indicates the need for explosive power and stamina. Plyometric exercises such as box jumps, broad jumps, and plyo push-ups will help build explosiveness. Interval training combining burpees with sprints can improve endurance and power concurrently, reducing time in this segment.
Wall Balls: To improve in wall balls, Joanna should work on her squatting technique, ensuring full depth and explosive power on the way up. Thrusters and medicine ball throws against a wall can mimic the movement and build strength. Including these in circuit training with high intensity can also boost her ability to maintain performance under fatigue.
Sled Pull: While already performing above average, further improvement can be achieved by focusing on posterior chain strength. Deadlifts, kettlebell swings, and sled drags can enhance the necessary muscle groups. Practicing with varying weights and distances can also help adapt to different resistance levels experienced during the race.
Running: Given Joanna's slightly slower total running time, incorporating interval running, hill sprints, and tempo runs into her training can improve her running economy and speed. Focusing on running after strength exercises in training sessions can also help her body adapt to running under fatigue, improving her pacing and performance in the initial running segments.
Race Strategies:
Start Conservatively: Joanna should aim for a conservative start to avoid early fatigue. By pacing herself more effectively in the initial running segments, she can conserve energy for a stronger finish, leveraging her ability to perform well in later stages.
Focus on Transition Efficiency: Given her excellent roxzone performance, continuing to minimize transition times can provide an edge. Practicing swift changes between exercises and running segments during training can further enhance this strength.
Strategic Resting: Implementing short, strategic rests before particularly demanding segments can help maintain performance throughout the race. For example, taking a brief pause before sandbag lunges or burpees broad jump could allow for a stronger, faster completion of these tasks.
Endurance Training Post-Strength Exercises: To improve her running in the later stages and after strength exercises, Joanna should include running drills right after strength training in her routine. This will help simulate race conditions and improve her endurance and strength when transitioning between segments.
By focusing on these targeted improvements and strategies, Joanna Holdaway can turn her weaker segments into strengths and potentially achieve a higher overall rank in future HYROX races.
Race History
Explore your race history splits in detail below.
The interactive chart provides an easy way to analyze your performance by highlighting faster and slower times across each split.
This tool is designed to help you identify trends, track improvements, and refine your strategy for future races.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Women