Burke Connor
Performance Analysis
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Dublin 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
152 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 152 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 152 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Burke Connor'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 Burke Connor'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 152 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 Burke Connor'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 Burke Connor'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
18:59.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
07:12
Potential Improvement
37.9%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Connor Burke has shown an impressive performance in the 2024 Dublin HYROX race, ranking in the top 64% of 2696 athletes overall and top 72% within his age group (35-39). He has demonstrated particular strength in running and transition segments, completing the total running time 01:27 faster than the average and the Roxzone 04:01 faster than the average. His best running lap was completed in 00:06:46, indicating a strong runner profile.
However, there was a noticeable slow down in the later running segments (Running 3 to Running 7), indicating a potential issue with pacing. Connor started the race at a faster pace than average but was unable to maintain this throughout, resulting in slower splits in the later stages of the race. This suggests a need for improved endurance and pacing strategy.
Segments to Improve:
- Wall Balls: This was Connor's most challenging segment, finishing 06:06 slower than the average. To improve performance in this area, Connor could incorporate more functional strength training into his routine, with a focus on lower body and core strength. Squats, lunges, and kettlebell swings could be beneficial. In addition, practicing the wall ball exercise itself with proper form and technique can help improve efficiency and stamina.
- Burpees Broad Jump: Connor finished this segment 03:47 slower than average. Training for this could involve plyometric exercises such as box jumps and burpees to increase explosive power. Interval training could also be beneficial to improve cardiovascular fitness and recovery rate.
- Sandbag Lunges: This segment was completed 00:41 slower than average. Strength and balance training could help improve performance in this area. Exercises such as lunges, squats, and deadlifts could build lower body strength, while yoga and pilates could enhance balance and core stability.
Race Strategies:
Developing a pacing strategy could greatly enhance Connor's race performance. Considering his strength in running, he could aim to start at a slightly slower pace to conserve energy for the later stages of the race. Practicing negative splits in training, where each subsequent split is faster than the previous, could be beneficial in achieving this.
Transition efficiency is also crucial in HYROX races. Connor has shown strength in this area, but further improvement could shave off valuable seconds from his overall time. Practicing quick transitions in training, such as moving from running to strength exercises, could help enhance this skill.
Finally, incorporating more specific strength training into his routine to target his weaker segments could greatly improve his overall race performance. This includes functional exercises that mimic the movements of the race, as well as general strength and conditioning work.
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