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.
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 Taylor Sam'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 Taylor Sam'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 Taylor Sam'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 Taylor Sam'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
04:05.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
Sam Taylor has performed remarkably well in the 2024 Birmingham HYROX event, ranking among the top 25% of all athletes and the top 15% of his age group. His overall performance was strong, with an impressive total running time of 40 minutes and 35 seconds, which is 16 seconds faster than the average. This indicates that Sam has a strong running profile, and his running abilities are a major strength. However, there is room for improvement in his Roxzone time and performance in certain exercise zones. His pacing at the start of the race was slower than average but he managed to pick up his pace as the race progressed, indicating good endurance.
Segments to Improve
Wall Balls: This segment is a major area for improvement, as Sam's time of 7 minutes and 22 seconds is significantly slower than the average. To improve performance in this area, Sam should focus on improving his functional strength, particularly his lower body and core strength. Exercises such as squats, lunges, and kettlebell swings could be beneficial. Additionally, he should practice the Wall Ball exercise with correct form and technique to increase efficiency.
Roxzone: Sam's Roxzone time is slower than average, suggesting that he may be resting more or taking more time to transition between exercises. To improve this, Sam should focus on improving his overall fitness and transition times. Interval training, which involves alternating between high-intensity and low-intensity exercise, could help to improve his endurance and speed. Additionally, practicing transitions between exercises could also be beneficial.
Sandbag Lunges: Sam's performance in this segment also suggests a need for improvement. The slower time may indicate a lack of strength in the lower body and core. Incorporating exercises such as weighted lunges and deadlifts into his training routine could help to build strength in these areas. Moreover, practicing the Sandbag Lunges with correct form and technique can enhance efficiency and speed.
Race Strategies
During the race, Sam should focus on pacing himself appropriately to conserve energy for the latter stages of the race. Starting the race at a slightly slower pace and gradually increasing his speed could help to prevent early fatigue. In the exercise zones, Sam should aim to maintain a steady rhythm and avoid rushing through the exercises, which could lead to mistakes and slow him down. Additionally, focusing on efficient transitions between exercises could help to save valuable 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