Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Birmingham 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
665 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 665 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 665 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Pountney Daniel'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 Pountney Daniel'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 665 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 Pountney Daniel'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 Pountney Daniel'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
03:47.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 665 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
Daniel Pountney, in the 35-39 age group, delivered a commendable performance in the 2024 Birmingham HYROX race. With an overall rank of 66, Daniel falls into the top 1% of all athletes participating in the race. He particularly shone in the running segments, with a 'Total running time' of 00:31:21, which is 02:06 faster than the average. His best running lap was clocked at 00:03:35. However, his performance in the roxzone was slower than average, indicating a need for improved transition times.
He demonstrates a runner profile, showcasing strength in running segments while requiring further development in strength exercises. The pacing was slightly uneven, starting slower in the first running segment and then picking up the pace in the subsequent segments. However, he consistently maintained a faster-than-average pace from Running 2 onwards.
Segments to Improve
Burpees Broad Jump: This segment was significantly slower than average. Focusing on plyometric training, such as box jumps and explosive push-ups, will help improve power and speed. Performing burpees with a broad jump in regular training can also enhance technique and stamina.
Roxzone: The slower performance in roxzone suggests that transition times need improvement. Regular practice of transition drills, such as moving swiftly from running to strength exercises, can help. Additionally, improving overall fitness through a balanced regimen of cardio and strength training will ensure better performance in this area.
Sandbag Lunges & Sled Pull/Push: These segments were slower than average, indicating a need for enhanced strength and conditioning. Incorporating weight training focusing on lower body strength (like squats, lunges with weights) and upper body strength (like deadlifts, rows) will be beneficial. Including specific exercises using sleds and sandbags in training will also improve performance in these areas.
Wall Balls: While only slightly slower than average, to improve in this segment, incorporating wall ball drills in the training routine with focus on squatting form and throwing technique can help.
Race Strategies
For better performance in future races, the following strategies are recommended:
Pacing: Aim for a more consistent pace from the beginning of the race. Starting too slow may cost valuable time, even if the pace is picked up in later segments.
Strength Training: As Daniel has a runner profile, incorporating more strength training into his routine will help improve in strength exercises and the overall performance.
Transitions: Practice swift transitions between running and strength exercises to reduce roxzone time.
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