Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Sports Direct HYROX London 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 Kerin Stephen'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 Kerin Stephen'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 Kerin Stephen'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 Kerin Stephen'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
12:58.
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:
Stephen Kerin's performance in the 2024 Sports Direct HYROX London event demonstrates a strong running profile, having completed the total running time segment 07:06 faster than the average, which indicates a significant strength in endurance and pace management over distance. His overall time placed him in the top 48% of all athletes and squarely in the middle of his age group, showcasing a competitive edge in a highly challenging field. However, his performance in strength-focused segments, particularly the Sandbag Lunges and Wall Balls, suggests a need for improvement in this area to enhance his overall race outcomes. The pacing analysis reveals a strong start but points towards potential overexertion in initial runs, as indicated by slower-than-average times in the first running segment and subsequent recovery in later segments, suggesting room for improvement in race strategy and pacing.
Segments to Improve:
Sandbag Lunges: Stephen's time in this segment was significantly slower than average, indicating a need for specific strength and endurance training. Focused exercises such as weighted lunges, hip thrusters, and squats can improve lower body strength and endurance. Incorporating plyometric exercises like jump squats can also enhance explosive power, crucial for maintaining pace under fatigue. Practicing lunges with progressively heavier weights will directly translate to better performance in this segment.
Wall Balls: This segment was another area of difficulty for Stephen, suggesting a need for improved upper body strength and cardiovascular endurance. Training should include medicine ball throws, kettlebell swings, and thrusters to increase power and endurance. Emphasis on form and technique, particularly the efficiency of movement and breath control, can significantly impact performance. Interval training that mimics the high-intensity bursts needed for Wall Balls can also be beneficial.
Burpees Broad Jump: To improve in this segment, Stephen should focus on exercises that enhance cardiovascular endurance and explosive strength, such as box jumps, burpees (without the broad jump), and interval sprinting. Technique work on the broad jump itself, focusing on maximizing horizontal distance with each leap, will also be key.
Rowing and Ski Erg: These segments indicate a need for better technique and endurance. Rowing techniques focusing on power distribution and efficiency, along with high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on the rower, can improve times. For the Ski Erg, specific drills that improve upper body endurance and power, such as lat pull-downs and simulated ski erg intervals, will be beneficial.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Given Stephen's strong running profile but relatively slower start, a more conservative approach to the initial running segments could preserve energy for strength-based tasks later in the race. Practicing pacing strategies in training, such as negative splits or even pacing, can help find an optimal race pace that doesn't lead to early fatigue.
Transitions: The Roxzone time indicates efficient transitions, but continuous improvement through practicing quick switches between running and exercise stations during training sessions will minimize time lost during these periods. This includes setting up mock transition areas to simulate race day conditions.
Strength Training Emphasis: Given the identified areas for improvement, a more substantial focus on strength training within the overall training regimen is advised. This includes dedicated days for lower body, upper body, and core strength, alongside endurance training sessions that incorporate elements of the race's strength challenges.
Mental Preparation: Mental resilience training, including visualization techniques and stress management strategies, can prepare Stephen for the taxing nature of HYROX races, helping him maintain focus and determination throughout the event.
By addressing these specific areas of improvement with targeted training and strategic race planning, Stephen can significantly enhance his performance in future HYROX events, potentially achieving higher rankings both overall and within his age group.
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