Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Dallas 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
165 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 Pro 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 165 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro 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 165 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Weller Blake'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 Weller Blake'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 165 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro 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 Weller Blake'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 Pro 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 Weller Blake'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
10:13.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 165 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Blake, you're rocking that Hyrox scene! Finishing in the top 45% overall and 39th in your age group is no small feat—keep that momentum going! Your total time of 1:42:28 shows you’ve got some solid endurance, but let’s unpack this a bit. Your total running time of 55:46 is a good indicator that your running could use some polish, as it's about 9 minutes slower than average. This suggests you might have a stronger foundation in strength (look at those sled push and sandbag lunge times), but your running profile is more of a tortoise than a hare at the moment.
Looking at your splits, it seems like you started out a bit on the slower side, especially in the first running segment, where you clocked in at 5:53—1:20 slower than average. Maybe your legs were still waking up? It’s all good; we can work on pacing. You’ve got the skills, and it’s time to sharpen them! 💪
Segments to Improve:
Total Running Time: Your total running time needs serious attention. With an average slower pace, you’ll want to focus on building aerobic endurance and speed. A mix of interval training and long runs will serve you well here. Try this:
Interval Training: 5 x 800m sprints at 5K pace with 2-minute rest intervals. This helps increase your speed and builds your VO2 max.
Long Runs: Aim for 1 long run each week (10-12 km) at a conversational pace, gradually increasing distance. This builds endurance without burning you out.
Tempo Runs: Incorporate tempo runs once a week—start with 20 minutes at a comfortably hard effort and build up to 40 minutes. This will help improve your lactate threshold.
Roxzone: Your Roxzone time was 15:51, which is 7:26 slower than average—ouch! This indicates that transitions are taking a toll on your overall performance. To improve this, practice your transitions; it’s all about efficiency!
Drill Transitions: Set up a training circuit mimicking race transitions. Transition from one station to another, aiming to minimize downtime. Time yourself, and try to beat your previous times.
Practice Equipment Handling: Get comfortable with the equipment to reduce fumbling. Do mini circuits and practice moving quickly from one exercise to the next.
Running Segments: You had some slower runs in the latter segments. After exercises like the sled pull, running can feel tough, but we can work on that:
Post-Strength Runs: After strength workouts, do 15-20 minute runs at an easy pace. This gets your body used to running on fatigued legs.
Speed Work: After heavy lifting, incorporate short sprints (100-200m) to keep your running mechanics sharp even when tired.
Race Strategies:
Start Steady: Your first lap should be a warm-up; aim for a pace that feels comfortable. You don’t want to go out hot and end up dragging through the rest of the race.
Fueling: Don’t forget to hydrate and fuel during the race—those little energy gels can be your best friends during those longer runs!
Mind the Transitions: Use your rest time wisely. Instead of standing around, keep moving, do light stretches, or practice your next movement. This keeps your body primed and ready to go!
Visualize: Before the race, visualize your transitions and running segments. This mental preparation can give you that extra edge on race day.
Conclusion:
Blake, you’ve got the potential to take that 1:42 and turn it into something even more impressive. Remember, “Success isn’t always about greatness. It’s about consistency. Consistent hard work gains success.” Keep pushing yourself, and don’t be afraid to embrace the grind—after all, every rep brings you closer to your goals! And hey, if you ever feel like you’re dragging, just remember: “Running is a mental sport, and we’re all insane!” Time to lace up, get after it, and show that Hyrox course who’s boss! 💥🏆
Keep smashing it, and let’s see you crush those goals next time! You’ve got this! - The Rox-Coach