Cowen Matthew
Hyrox Result
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Chicago Navy Pier 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 Cowen Matthew'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 Cowen Matthew'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 Cowen Matthew'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 Cowen Matthew'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
03:56.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
02:59
Potential Improvement
75.8%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
Matthew Cowen showcased a commendable performance at the 2024 Chicago Navy Pier event, ranking in the top 20% out of 1404 athletes. Particularly impressive was his rank within his age group (50-54), where he secured a spot in the top 12%. Matthew demonstrated good stamina and strength, with his performance in the sled push and sled pull segments significantly faster than average. However, slower than average running times suggest a need for improved running efficiency.
Matthew started the race well with a running time that was 24 seconds faster than average. However, as the race progressed, his running time increased, indicating a rapid consumption of energy in the initial stages. His overall running time was slower than average, suggesting that he may be more strength-oriented. His roxzone time was also slower than the average, implying that he took more time to rest or transition between zones.
Segments to Improve
- Total Running Time: The overall running time was slower than average, indicating a need for enhanced running endurance. A mix of long, slow runs and short, fast interval sessions can help improve aerobic capacity and speed. Incorporating hill sprints can also enhance leg strength and running efficiency. Additionally, techniques such as stride length and cadence monitoring can be beneficial.
- Roxzone: The slower roxzone time suggests a need for better transition and recovery strategies. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) can help improve overall fitness, while practicing transitions can help reduce downtime between zones.
- Burpees Broad Jump: Improvement is needed in the burpees broad jump segment. Plyometric exercises, such as box jumps and squat jumps, can enhance explosive strength. Regular practice of burpees will also help improve efficiency in this exercise.
- Wall Balls: For better performance in the wall balls segment, Matthew can include wall ball specific drills in his routine. Squats and kettlebell swings can also help improve lower body strength and endurance.
- Sandbag Lunges: To improve in the sandbag lunges, Matthew can include more functional strength workouts like lunges and squats with weights. This will help enhance his balance, strength, and coordination.
Race Strategies
Matthew should consider pacing himself better during the race. Starting too fast can lead to premature fatigue, affecting performance in later stages. A more conservative start can help conserve energy for the latter part of the race. Since Matthew seems to be more strength-oriented, focusing on maintaining a steady pace during running segments can also help improve his overall time.
It's also crucial to manage transitions effectively. Minimizing rest periods and ensuring smooth transitions between exercises can save valuable time. Lastly, Matthew should focus on maintaining proper form during exercises to prevent injuries and ensure optimal performance.
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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