Robertson James
Hyrox Result
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
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 Robertson James'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 Robertson James'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 Robertson James'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 Robertson James'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
03:07.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
01:54
Potential Improvement
61.0%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
James Robertson has demonstrated a commendable performance in the 2024 Birmingham HYROX race, falling within the top 39% of overall athletes, and the top 37% within his age group. This achieved rank showcases his ability to compete effectively within the 40-44 age group. His finish time of 01:28:59 was a result of a well-paced strategy, as indicated by his total running time being 01:59 faster than the average. James's performance suggests that he has a strong runner profile, excelling in running segments.
His best running lap of 00:04:57 signifies his speed and endurance. Despite his slower start in Running 1, James managed to maintain and eventually accelerate his pace in subsequent running segments. His exceptional performance in the Sled Push and Rowing segments, finishing faster than average, shows a good balance of strength abilities. However, it is evident that there are areas where he can improve to enhance his overall performance.
Segments to Improve
- Burpees Broad Jump: This was his lowest-performing segment, finishing 01:44 slower than the average. Incorporating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) exercises with a focus on plyometric movements can help improve his performance in this segment. Exercises like box jumps, squat jumps and medicine ball slams can be beneficial. Working on landing mechanics, explosive power and muscular endurance can also help to improve the broad jump.
- Roxzone: James's Roxzone time was 01:23 slower than average. This indicates that he took longer than average to transition between exercises or required more rest. Incorporating circuit training into his routine can help to improve his fitness and transition times. This type of training involves performing a series of exercises one after the other with minimal rest, which can help improve cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength.
- Wall Balls: James was 00:38 slower than average on Wall Balls. He can enhance his performance by incorporating more functional strength training exercises focusing on lower body and core strength. Squats, lunges, and kettlebell swings can be beneficial. Additionally, practicing the Wall Balls exercise with different weights can help improve his strength and form.
Race Strategies
James should consider implementing a more strategic pacing strategy for his race. Starting slower in Running 1 could be beneficial in conserving energy for later segments. Practicing negative splits, where the second half of the race is run faster than the first, could be a useful strategy.
Given James's strength in running segments, he could capitalize on these to make up for time spent on strength-based exercises. However, to avoid compromised running scenarios post specific exercises, it would be beneficial to integrate running into his strength and endurance training. This could involve performing shorter, high-intensity runs after strength workouts to simulate race conditions and improve recovery times.
Lastly, focusing on his transition times in the Roxzone can help trim down his overall race time. Practicing quick transitions in training, and ensuring proper nutrition and hydration before and during the race can help maintain energy levels and recovery times.
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