Downes Wes
Hyrox Result
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Paris 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
60 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 60 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 60 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Downes Wes'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 Downes Wes'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 60 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 Downes Wes'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 Downes Wes'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
21:04.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
09:40
Potential Improvement
45.9%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Wes Downes, in the HYROX event in Paris, has showcased an impressive performance. Your overall rank and rank in your age group clearly indicate that you are highly competitive among the athletes. In particular, your Total running time stands out as a major strength. You completed the running segments almost 10 minutes faster than the average time, suggesting that you have a strong runner profile. Furthermore, your pacing throughout the race was well-managed. You did not start too fast or too slow compared to the average, which indicates good control over your speed and endurance. However, your performance in the strength segments and roxzone needs attention for improvement.
Segments to Improve:
- Wall Balls: This was your weakest segment, with a time significantly slower than the average. To improve, focus on your form and strength. Incorporate wall ball-specific exercises into your training regime. For instance, you could practice Squat Thrusts and Medicine Ball Cleans to improve your form and strength.
- Sandbag Lunges: Another area where you lagged was the Sandbag Lunges. This indicates a need for better lower body strength and endurance. Added lunges, squats, and deadlifts in your training routine could help improve performance in this area.
- Burpees Broad Jump: Your performance here was slower than the average. Incorporate more Plyometric exercises in your routine, focusing on both speed and form. These might include Box Jumps, Jumping Lunges, and Broad Jumps.
- Sled Pull: Though you were only slightly slower than average in this segment, there's room for improvement. Strengthen your back and shoulder muscles with exercises like Deadlifts, Rows, and Pull-ups.
- Ski Erg: You were a bit slower than average in this segment. Improve your technique and upper body strength by incorporating targeted exercises such as the Lat Pulldown and Seated Row into your training.
Race Strategies:
Your strong running ability can be leveraged strategically in the race. By pushing your pace in the running segments, you can create a buffer for the strength segments where you are currently slower. However, it's crucial not to start too fast in the initial running segments to preserve your energy for the later stages of the race.
For the strength segments, consider adopting a steady, consistent pace rather than trying to rush through them. This will help maintain your form and minimise the risk of injury. Also, practice the transition from running to strength segments and vice versa to improve your Roxzone time.
Lastly, remember to hydrate and fuel yourself appropriately during the race. Nutrition can play a key role in maintaining your energy levels and aiding recovery between segments.
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