Season 23/24 2024 World Championships Nice (1613) HYROX PRO (1507) Men (829) O'Brien Andy

O'Brien Andy Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 World Championships Nice 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 313 similar athletes.

Performance Highlights

WLS WLS Flag Men #184006 01:34:42 60th in AG | Top 7.2% 796th | Top 96.0%
-04:57
39:15
Run Total
-00:35
04:54
Avg. Lap
+00:00
04:30
Best Lap
+05:10
48:37
Workout Total
+00:39
06:04
Avg. Workout
-00:27
06:54
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.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Pro 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 313 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro 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 313 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men

Pacing Quality

This section showcases the entire O'Brien Andy'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 O'Brien Andy'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 313 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro 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 O'Brien Andy'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 Pro 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 O'Brien Andy'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 07:53. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

06:56 Potential Improvement 87.9% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Pro Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Wall Balls 06:56 14:51 to 07:55 87.9%
Farmers Carry 00:46 03:24 to 02:38 9.7%
Ski Erg 00:06 04:28 to 04:22 1.3%
Rowing 00:05 04:51 to 04:46 1.1%
Sled Push 00:00 03:39 to 03:39 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 07:00 to 07:00 0.0%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 05:02 to 05:02 0.0%
Sandbag Lunges 00:00 05:22 to 05:22 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 39:15 to 39:15 0.0%

Splits Time

O'Brien Andy Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 04:55 00:00 04:23 +00:32 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:28 04:55 04:21 +00:07 04:23 +00:32
Running 2 04:30 09:23 04:58 -00:28 08:44 +00:39
Sled Push 03:39 13:53 04:18 -00:39 13:42 +00:11
Running 3 04:45 17:32 05:34 -00:49 18:00 -00:28
Sled Pull 07:00 22:17 07:48 -00:48 23:34 -01:17
Running 4 04:48 29:17 05:33 -00:45 31:22 -02:05
Burpees Broad Jump 05:02 34:05 05:17 -00:15 36:55 -02:50
Running 5 04:52 39:07 05:42 -00:50 42:12 -03:05
Rowing 04:51 43:59 04:48 +00:03 47:54 -03:55
Running 6 05:00 48:50 05:36 -00:36 52:42 -03:52
Farmers Carry 03:24 53:50 02:42 +00:42 58:18 -04:28
Running 7 05:08 57:14 05:39 -00:31 01:01:00 -03:46
Sandbag Lunges 05:22 01:02:22 06:02 -00:40 01:06:39 -04:17
Running 8 05:21 01:07:44 06:29 -01:08 01:12:41 -04:57
Wall Balls 14:51 01:13:05 08:11 +06:40 01:19:10 -06:05
Roxzone 06:54 01:34:42 07:21 -00:27 01:34:42
Based on 313 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men

A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer

Overall Performance:

Andy O'Brien's performance at the 2024 World Championships in Nice showcases a strong running profile, as indicated by his total running time being 05:22 faster than the average. This demonstrates a significant strength in endurance and pace over long distances. However, the results also highlight a need for improvement in specific strength exercises and more efficient transitions, as seen in the Roxzone time. Andy's pacing appears well-managed in the initial running segments, although the first run was slightly slower than average. His performance significantly improved in subsequent runs, indicating a potential strategy of starting conservatively to preserve energy for later stages. Andy shows a hybrid profile with a tilt towards running, suggesting that while his endurance is a strong suit, there is room for growth in strength-focused areas.

Segments to Improve:

  • Wall Balls: This segment was significantly slower than average, indicating a critical area for improvement. Focused training should include increasing lower body strength and power through exercises such as squats, thrusters, and wall ball-specific drills. Improving technique, particularly in the efficiency of movement and coordination between the squat and the throw, will also be essential. Incorporating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) with wall balls can help in building endurance for this task.
  • Farmer's Carry: The slower performance in this segment suggests a need for enhanced grip strength and core stability. Exercises such as dead hangs, farmer's walks with incremental weight, and grip strengtheners can be beneficial. Additionally, incorporating core-stabilizing workouts like planks, deadlifts, and suitcase carries will improve overall performance in this segment.
  • Sled Pull: Although Andy performed better than average in this area, there's room for improvement. Training should focus on building leg and back strength, with exercises like weighted sled pulls/pushes, reverse lunges, and kettlebell swings. Technique adjustment, ensuring proper posture and efficient force application, will also aid in reducing time.
  • Roxzone: The slightly faster than average time suggests Andy managed transitions reasonably well but could further minimize downtime. Training for improved overall fitness and faster transitions could include circuit training that mimics the race's structure, practicing quick switches between exercises, and improving cardiovascular recovery through interval training.

Race Strategies:

  • Start Conservatively: Given Andy's pacing in the initial running segment, starting the race at a conservative pace and gradually increasing intensity can help preserve energy for more challenging segments later on.
  • Segment Focus: Prioritize training on weaker segments while maintaining running endurance. This balanced approach will ensure no aspect of the race becomes a disproportionate weakness.
  • Transition Efficiency: Practice quick transitions between exercises in training to reduce Roxzone time. Simulating race conditions, including tiredness and equipment changes, can improve performance in actual race scenarios.
  • Mental Preparation: Mental resilience training, including visualization techniques and stress management strategies, can help Andy maintain focus and composure throughout the race, especially in segments where he has previously underperformed.

Implementing these strategies and focusing on the identified areas for improvement will help Andy O'Brien significantly enhance his performance in future Hyrox races, leveraging his running strengths while addressing his weaknesses in strength exercises and transitions.

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