Season 24/25 2024 Madrid (1761) HYROX (1509) Men (1065) Blunden Mark

Blunden Mark Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Madrid 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.

Performance Highlights

GBR GBR Flag Men 55-59 #115023 01:22:38 4th in AG | Top 16.7% 416th | Top 39.1%
-00:52
40:27
Run Total
-00:05
05:04
Avg. Lap
+00:10
04:36
Best Lap
+00:19
35:17
Workout Total
+00:02
04:24
Avg. Workout
+00:37
06:59
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 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 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.

Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Pacing Quality

This section showcases the entire Blunden Mark'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 Blunden Mark'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 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 Blunden Mark'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 Blunden Mark'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 02:40. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

00:43 Potential Improvement 26.9% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Sandbag Lunges 00:43 05:18 to 04:35 26.9%
Sled Push 00:33 03:07 to 02:34 20.6%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:25 05:06 to 04:41 15.6%
Farmers Carry 00:17 02:14 to 01:57 10.6%
Wall Balls 00:16 05:58 to 05:42 10.0%
Sled Pull 00:12 04:36 to 04:24 7.5%
Run Total 00:09 40:27 to 40:18 5.6%
Rowing 00:05 04:44 to 04:39 3.1%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:14 to 04:14 0.0%

Splits Time

Blunden Mark Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 05:27 00:00 04:29 +00:58 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:14 05:27 04:24 -00:10 04:29 +00:58
Running 2 04:36 09:41 04:51 -00:15 08:53 +00:48
Sled Push 03:07 14:17 02:49 +00:18 13:44 +00:33
Running 3 04:47 17:24 05:14 -00:27 16:33 +00:51
Sled Pull 04:36 22:11 04:45 -00:09 21:47 +00:24
Running 4 04:59 26:47 05:12 -00:13 26:32 +00:15
Burpees Broad Jump 05:06 31:46 05:02 +00:04 31:44 +00:02
Running 5 05:00 36:52 05:22 -00:22 36:46 +00:06
Rowing 04:44 41:52 04:45 -00:01 42:08 -00:16
Running 6 05:06 46:36 05:14 -00:08 46:53 -00:17
Farmers Carry 02:14 51:42 02:07 +00:07 52:07 -00:25
Running 7 05:11 53:56 05:13 -00:02 54:14 -00:18
Sandbag Lunges 05:18 59:07 04:52 +00:26 59:27 -00:20
Running 8 05:26 01:04:25 05:43 -00:17 01:04:19 +00:06
Wall Balls 05:58 01:09:51 06:14 -00:16 01:10:02 -00:11
Roxzone 06:59 01:22:38 06:22 +00:37 01:22:38
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Mark Blunden has shown a commendable performance in the 2024 Madrid HYROX race, ranking in the top 39% of all athletes and notably in the top 16% of his age group. His overall time of 01:22:38 is impressive. His total running time of 00:40:27 is faster than average, suggesting that he is a strong runner, which is also indicated by his best running lap time of 00:04:36.

Mark started the race slightly slower than average on Running 1, but he significantly improved his pace during the subsequent running segments. This suggests that he might have been conserving his energy at the start of the race, a strategy that seemed to work out well for him as he was able to maintain a faster pace than average throughout the rest of the race.

Segments to Improve:

  • Roxzone: Mark's time in the Roxzone was slower than average. This indicates that he took longer to rest or transition between exercises. To improve in this area, he should focus on enhancing his overall fitness level and reducing his transition time. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) could be beneficial here, as it will improve his cardiovascular fitness and stamina, enabling him to recover quicker between exercises. Specific drills simulating transition scenarios can also help to improve efficiency.
  • Sandbag Lunges: Mark's performance in Sandbag Lunges was slower than average. He could benefit from strength training, specifically targeting the muscles involved in lunges such as quads, hamstrings, and glutes. Exercises like squats, deadlifts, and step-ups would be particularly beneficial.
  • Burpees Broad Jump: Mark's performance in the Burpees Broad Jump segment was slower than average. Plyometric exercises like box jumps, squat jumps, and broad jumps can help to improve explosive strength and power, which are essential for this exercise.
  • Sled Push: Mark's Sled Push segment was slower than average, indicating a need for improvement in lower body strength and power. Strength training exercises like squats and deadlifts can help to build the necessary muscle mass. Additionally, incorporating specific sled push drills into his training routine can enhance his technique and efficiency in this segment.

Race Strategies:

Mark shows a strong running profile, and this strength should be harnessed during the race. He should aim to maintain a steady and strong pace during the running segments to capitalize on his running abilities. However, he should also ensure he does not exhaust himself too early in the race. It would be beneficial for Mark to work on his pacing strategy, starting at a comfortable pace and gradually increasing it, to ensure he has enough energy to perform well in all segments.

For the strength-based segments, Mark should focus on proper form and technique to maximize his performance. He should also ensure he is adequately warmed up before these segments to avoid injury and to maximize his power output. After these segments, he should focus on recovering as quickly as possible to maintain a strong pace in the running segments.

In the Roxzone, Mark should aim to minimize his transition time. Practicing transitions during training can help him to become more efficient in this area. Additionally, ensuring he is adequately hydrated and fueled before the race can help to improve his overall stamina and reduce the need for extended rest periods.

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
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