Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Turin 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
481 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 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.
Based on 481 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.
Based on 481 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Fitzmartin Ben'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 Fitzmartin Ben'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 481 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 Fitzmartin Ben'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 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 Fitzmartin Ben'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
02:33.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 481 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Ben Fitzmartin's performance in the 2024 Turin HYROX race places him among the elite in his age group and overall, with a commendable 9th rank out of 1131 athletes and 4th in his age group. His overall time of 01:03:49 is impressive, especially given the competitive field. However, analysis of his total running time, which is 01:38 slower than average, suggests that while Ben has a strong foundation in strength-based exercises, there's a significant opportunity for improvement in his running efficiency and endurance. His profile appears to be more aligned with strength rather than running, which is further underscored by his faster than average performance in strength-focused segments such as the Ski Erg, Sled Push, Sled Pull, Farmers Carry, and particularly in Wall Balls, where he excelled. Ben's pacing seemed to falter primarily in the initial and latter running segments, indicating a potential misjudgment in energy distribution across the race.
Segments to Improve:
Running 1 and Running 5: These segments were Ben's slowest in comparison to average times, suggesting a need for improved running efficiency and stamina, particularly at the start and after enduring strength exercises. Focusing on interval training can significantly benefit these areas. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) on varied terrains and incorporating hill sprints will improve his anaerobic capacity, muscle endurance, and power during uphill and flat segments. Additionally, incorporating tempo runs into his training can help Ben find and maintain an optimal race pace, reducing early fatigue.
Sandbag Lunges: Despite Ben's overall strength, this segment was slower than average, indicating room for improvement in functional strength and balance. To enhance performance, Ben should integrate weighted lunges and unilateral strength exercises such as Bulgarian split squats and single-leg Romanian deadlifts into his regimen. These exercises will improve his core stability, balance, and muscular endurance under load, directly translating to better efficiency during sandbag lunges.
Race Strategies:
Energy Distribution and Pacing: Given Ben's tendency to start slower and demonstrate variability in performance across running segments, adopting a more consistent pacing strategy could yield better results. Utilizing a running watch with a pace alert can help maintain a steady pace, preventing early burnout and preserving energy for strength segments and the final race stages.
Transition Efficiency (Roxzone): Although Ben's Roxzone time was faster than average, indicating good transition times between exercises, focusing on reducing downtime even further can enhance overall performance. Practicing quick transitions in training, including setting up equipment and moving between exercises efficiently, can shave valuable seconds off his total time.
Strength and Running Balance: Ben's training should aim for a balanced focus on running and strength training. Incorporating at least two focused running sessions per week, combined with strength training that mimics race day exercises, can help improve his running time while maintaining his strength advantage. Emphasizing recovery practices, such as stretching, foam rolling, and adequate rest, will be crucial to avoid overtraining and injuries.
By addressing these specific areas for improvement with targeted training strategies and implementing strategic race day tactics, Ben Fitzmartin has the potential to significantly enhance his HYROX performance, possibly achieving even higher rankings in future events.
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 Men