Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Glasgow 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
329 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 329 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 329 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Anderson Michael'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 Anderson Michael'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 329 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 Anderson Michael'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 Anderson Michael'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
06:22.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 329 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Michael Anderson's performance in the 2024 Glasgow HYROX race places him in the top 65% of all participants and the top 70% within his age group, which is a commendable achievement. His overall time was 02:02:24, with a significantly faster-than-average total running time of 00:54:32, indicating a strong runner's profile. Michael demonstrated exceptional prowess in running, consistently outpacing the average times in all running segments. However, his performance in strength-focused exercises, particularly the Sled Push, Farmers Carry, and Wall Balls, fell below average, indicating areas where targeted improvement can elevate his overall competitiveness. The Roxzone time suggests room for improvement in overall fitness and transition efficiency between exercises.
Segments to Improve:
Sled Push: Michael's Sled Push time was notably slower than average, indicating a need for enhanced lower body strength and power. Training suggestions: Incorporate heavy sled drags and pushes twice a week, focusing on explosive starts and maintaining consistent speed. Also, include squats and deadlifts to build foundational leg strength.
Farmers Carry: This segment was significantly slower, pointing to grip strength and core stability as areas for improvement. Training suggestions: Practice Farmers Carries with gradually increasing distances and weights. Supplement with grip strength exercises (e.g., dead hangs, towel pull-ups) and core stability workouts (e.g., planks, dead bugs).
Wall Balls: Michael's performance indicates a need for better coordination and muscular endurance. Training suggestions: Incorporate high-rep wall ball sets into workouts, focusing on form and minimizing rest. Include thrusters and medicine ball cleans to improve explosive power and coordination.
Roxzone: The slow transition time suggests a need for improved overall fitness and efficiency. Training suggestions: Implement circuit training with minimal rest between exercises, simulating race day conditions. Practice transitions between running and strength exercises to reduce downtime.
Race Strategies:
Start Conservatively: Given Michael's strong running ability, it's crucial to start at a sustainable pace in early running segments to conserve energy for strength exercises and prevent burnout.
Focus on Technique: In strength exercises, prioritizing form over speed can prevent energy waste and improve efficiency. For instance, in the Sled Push, ensuring a low, powerful stance can help maintain momentum.
Transitions: Practice quick transitions between exercises during training to reduce Roxzone time. This includes setting up for the next exercise swiftly and efficiently.
Endurance Training: Incorporate longer, mixed-modality workouts into the training regimen to improve endurance and resilience, especially in the later stages of the race.
Recovery Focus: Implement active recovery and mobility work post-workout to enhance recovery and maintain flexibility, reducing the risk of injury and improving performance in flexibility-demanding exercises like Wall Balls.
By addressing these specific areas of improvement with targeted training and strategic race planning, Michael Anderson can significantly enhance his performance in future HYROX races. The combination of strengthening weak segments, refining race day strategies, and leveraging his running strengths will be key to climbing the ranks in his age group and overall standings.
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