O'Connor Ian
Performance Analysis
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Amsterdam 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.
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 O'Connor Ian'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'Connor Ian'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 O'Connor Ian'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 O'Connor Ian'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
08:11.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
03:54
Potential Improvement
47.7%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
Ian O'Connor delivered a commendable performance in the 2024 Amsterdam Hyrox race, finishing in the top 50% overall and top 51% within his age group. His overall time was 01:35:03. Notably, Ian excelled in the running segments with a total running time of 00:43:09, which was 04:02 faster than the average, indicating a strong runner profile. However, his performance in strength-oriented segments, particularly the Burpees Broad Jump and Sandbag Lunges, suggests an opportunity to enhance his strength and endurance in these areas. Ian's pacing strategy appears to be well-balanced, as he maintained consistent running times across the race without starting excessively fast or slow.
Segments to Improve
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Burpees Broad Jump:
Ian was 03:46 slower than average, ranking at the 100th percentile. Improving explosive power and endurance in this segment is critical.
Training Strategies:
- Plyometric Training: Incorporate box jumps, tuck jumps, and broad jumps to enhance explosive power.
- Interval Training: Perform burpees with interspersed rest periods to build endurance.
- Core Strengthening: Focus on planks and Russian twists to improve core stability and efficiency during burpees.
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Sandbag Lunges:
This segment was 01:59 slower than average. Focus on building leg strength and stamina.
Training Strategies:
- Weighted Lunges: Use a sandbag or similar weight to perform lunges, focusing on form and balance.
- Single-leg Exercises: Include step-ups and single-leg deadlifts to enhance leg strength and stability.
- Endurance Drills: Practice lunges in longer sets to build endurance.
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Wall Balls:
Ian was 00:39 slower than average, indicating a need for improved endurance and technique.
Training Strategies:
- Wall Ball Drills: Focus on high-repetition sets with lighter weights to build endurance.
- Squat Techniques: Incorporate deep squats and overhead presses to improve form and strength.
- Breathing Techniques: Practice breathing patterns to maintain a steady rhythm during high-rep sequences.
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Sled Pull:
This was 00:49 slower than average. Enhanced upper body strength and pulling technique are essential.
Training Strategies:
- Resistance Training: Incorporate rows and lat pull-downs to strengthen pulling muscles.
- Grip Strength Exercises: Use farmer's walks and dead hangs to improve grip strength.
- Technique Work: Practice sled pulls with focus on posture and efficient pulling technique.
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Farmers Carry:
This segment was 00:02 slower than average. Minor improvements in grip strength and carrying efficiency can help.
Training Strategies:
- Grip Strengthening: Include exercises like static holds and wrist curls.
- Core Stability: Incorporate exercises such as side planks and rotational med ball throws.
Race Strategies
- Transition Efficiency: Continue to minimize time in the roxzone by practicing quick transitions between exercise zones.
- Energy Management: Focus on maintaining a steady energy output throughout strength exercises to avoid fatiguing too early.
- Compromised Running Drills: Include running drills immediately following strength exercises in training to simulate race conditions and improve running efficiency post-exercise.
- Pre-race Nutrition: Optimize carbohydrate intake before the race to ensure sustained energy levels.
- Mental Preparation: Develop a mental strategy to stay focused and adapt to race conditions effectively.
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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