Cheng Bernard Performance Analysis

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Taipei 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.

Season 23/24 2024 Taipei (525) HYROX (430) Men (290) Cheng Bernard

AUS AUS Flag Men Man #123014 01:32:57 16th in AG | Top 5.5% 127th | Top 43.8%

Performance Highlights

-01:55
43:58
Run Total
-00:14
05:29
Avg. Lap
+00:12
05:02
Best Lap
+00:12
39:33
Workout Total
+00:01
04:56
Avg. Workout
+01:40
09:26
Roxzone

Race Summary

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.

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Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men

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.

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Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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.

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Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Pacing Quality

This section showcases the entire Cheng Bernard'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 Cheng Bernard's pacing strategy, identifying segments where they may have started too fast or too slow, guiding them toward a more balanced race approach.

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Race Comparison
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Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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 Cheng Bernard'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.

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Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men

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 Cheng Bernard'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 03:18. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

01:17 Potential Improvement 38.9% Focus During Training

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Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Wall Balls 01:17 08:12 to 06:55 38.9%
Rowing 00:33 05:28 to 04:55 16.7%
Sandbag Lunges 00:31 05:57 to 05:26 15.7%
Farmers Carry 00:29 02:45 to 02:16 14.6%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:15 06:00 to 05:45 7.6%
Ski Erg 00:13 04:45 to 04:32 6.6%
Sled Push 00:00 02:30 to 02:30 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 03:56 to 03:56 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 43:58 to 43:58 0.0%

Splits Time

Cheng Bernard Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 06:08 00:00 04:50 +01:18 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:45 06:08 04:33 +00:12 04:50 +01:18
Running 2 05:02 10:53 05:19 -00:17 09:23 +01:30
Sled Push 02:30 15:55 03:09 -00:39 14:42 +01:13
Running 3 05:16 18:25 05:46 -00:30 17:51 +00:34
Sled Pull 03:56 23:41 05:25 -01:29 23:37 +00:04
Running 4 05:08 27:37 05:46 -00:38 29:02 -01:25
Burpees Broad Jump 06:00 32:45 06:00 +00:00 34:48 -02:03
Running 5 05:18 38:45 05:58 -00:40 40:48 -02:03
Rowing 05:28 44:03 04:58 +00:30 46:46 -02:43
Running 6 05:21 49:31 05:49 -00:28 51:44 -02:13
Farmers Carry 02:45 54:52 02:22 +00:23 57:33 -02:41
Running 7 05:13 57:37 05:47 -00:34 59:55 -02:18
Sandbag Lunges 05:57 01:02:50 05:38 +00:19 01:05:42 -02:52
Running 8 06:32 01:08:47 06:35 -00:03 01:11:20 -02:33
Wall Balls 08:12 01:15:19 07:16 +00:56 01:17:55 -02:36
Roxzone 09:26 01:32:57 07:46 +01:40 01:32:57
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Bernard Cheng's performance in the 2024 Taipei HYROX race places him solidly in the top echelon of his age group and overall, demonstrating a particularly strong running profile with a total running time that was 02:17 faster than average. This suggests that Bernard has a strong cardiovascular base and speed, but there may be a need to focus more on strength and power development to improve in other areas. His initial running segment was slower than average, indicating a potential pacing issue at the start, possibly due to starting too fast or not being adequately warmed up. Despite this, Bernard managed to significantly improve his pace in subsequent running segments, suggesting good recovery and stamina. His performance appears to be that of a hybrid athlete but leans more towards running, highlighting the need for a more balanced approach between strength and endurance training.

Segments to Improve:

  • Roxzone: Bernard's time in the Roxzone was significantly slower than average, indicating longer rest periods or slower transitions between exercises. To improve, focus on total body circuit training to enhance overall fitness, incorporating exercises like burpees, box jumps, and kettlebell swings to mimic the quick transitions in HYROX races. Additionally, practicing specific transition drills, where Bernard quickly moves from one exercise to another or performs a short sprint between exercises, would also be beneficial.
  • Wall Balls: To improve the Wall Balls segment, Bernard should focus on developing lower body power and upper body endurance. Squats, thrusters, and medicine ball throws against a wall can help build the necessary strength and power. It is also critical to work on the form, ensuring a full squat and efficient use of energy during the throw.
  • Sandbag Lunges: To enhance performance in the Sandbag Lunges, Bernard should incorporate weighted lunges, step-ups, and Bulgarian split squats into his training to build lower body strength and stability. Emphasis on core stability exercises will also help maintain form during this segment.
  • Burpees Broad Jump: Improving in this area requires a combination of plyometric training and endurance work. Exercises like box jumps, broad jumps, and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) will improve explosive power and cardiovascular endurance. Practicing burpees with an added jump at the end can also be directly beneficial.
  • Rowing: To improve rowing time, Bernard should focus on both technique and endurance. Rowing intervals at varying intensities and lengths can help build a stronger cardiovascular base. Technique drills, focusing on efficient use of legs, back, and arms in synchronization, will also contribute to a better performance in this segment.

Race Strategies:

  • Start Pacing: Bernard should focus on starting the race at a steady pace, avoiding going out too fast. A structured warm-up including dynamic stretches and a light jog with a few accelerations can help prepare the body for the race pace from the beginning.
  • Transition Efficiency: Reducing time spent in the Roxzone is crucial. Practicing quick transitions between exercises in training sessions will help Bernard minimize rest times and improve overall race time. This could include setting up a circuit that mimics the race's structure and working on moving swiftly from one exercise to the next.
  • Strength Endurance: Given Bernard's stronger performance in running, incorporating more strength endurance work into his training will help balance his capabilities. This includes longer sets of strength work with shorter rest periods, focusing on compound movements like squats, deadlifts, and presses to build muscular endurance.
  • Mental Preparation: Finally, focusing on mental toughness and race-day strategy, including visualization techniques and strategic planning for each segment, will help Bernard maintain focus and push through challenging sections of the race.

By addressing these areas of improvement with specific training strategies and maintaining his strong running performance, Bernard Cheng can expect to see significant gains in his future HYROX races.

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