Sheils Thomas
Performance Analysis
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 Sheils Thomas'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 Sheils Thomas'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 Sheils Thomas'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 Sheils Thomas'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
03:10.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
01:30
Potential Improvement
47.4%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Thomas Sheils demonstrated a commendable performance in the 2024 Birmingham HYROX race, landing him in the top 35% of 4107 athletes overall and in the top 41% of his age group. His total running time was only 5 seconds slower than average - a minor discrepancy that could be easily addressed with targeted training. He showed excellent speed in running, with his best lap being 4 minutes and 38 seconds. However, his pacing appeared to be off in the initial stages of the race, as reflected in the first running segment where he was slower than the average time. His strength segments were consistently performed at an average pace, demonstrating a balanced athlete profile of strength and endurance.
Segments to Improve:
- Roxzone: The roxzone time was 2 minutes and 1 second slower than the average. This indicates that Thomas took more time either to rest or transition between exercise zones. To improve this time, he should focus on improving his overall fitness level and work on faster transitions. Interval training, incorporating short bursts of high-intensity workouts followed by brief periods of rest or lower-intensity exercises, could be beneficial here.
- Sled Pull: With a time that's 27 seconds slower than the average, this is an area that needs improvement. Training should focus on enhancing core strength and leg power. Exercises such as deadlifts, squats, and planks can help strengthen these muscle groups.
- Rowing: Thomas was slower by 15 seconds in this segment. To improve, emphasis should be placed on improving his rowing technique and building upper body strength. Specific exercises could include bent-over rows, kettlebell swings, and pull-ups.
- Running 1: This segment was completed 5 minutes and 18 seconds slower than average, indicating a slow start to the race. To improve in this area, Thomas could incorporate more speed drills and interval training into his routine, to build up his initial pace.
Race Strategies:
Going forward, Thomas should consider implementing the following strategies to improve his race performance:
- Pacing: It's crucial that Thomas works on his pacing, especially in the early stages of the race. Starting too slow can affect his overall time and performance. A well-structured training plan with an emphasis on pace workouts could help in this area.
- Transitions: Improving transition times between exercises can significantly improve overall performance. Practicing quick transitions during training sessions can help make them more efficient during the actual race.
- Strength Training: While Thomas' running times were mostly above average, his performance in strength-based segments like the sled pull and rowing could be enhanced. Incorporating more targeted strength exercises into his training regimen can help improve these times.
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