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
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
Run, Baby, Run!
We stack your running times against athletes with similar finish times to see how you measure up. This chart breaks it down, showing whether you were blazing fast, cruising steady, or losing pace.
It’s all about finding out if your running strategy matched your overall finish time!
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Station Showdown
We pit your station times against athletes with similar finish times to see how you stack up. This chart shows if you crushed it, coasted, or found that sweet spot for your overall finish time.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Fast, slow, or steady?
Here’s the full breakdown of O'Brien Cathal's race, station by station and run by run, stacked against the average of athletes with similar finish times.
In HYROX, pacing is the name of the game. The pacing line shows where O'Brien Cathal hit the gas, tapped the brakes, or nailed it perfectly—guiding the way to a more balanced and dominant race strategy.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Expected Finish Time
With the RoxCoach Simulation machine, you can see how your predicted finish time evolves as you power through your race. This next-level tech recalculates your estimated finish time after every run and every station.
Crushing the sled pull? Gaining ground on the row? Or holding strong in the Wall Balls? RoxCoach tracks it all, giving you the inside scoop on where you shined and where there’s room to level up.
Spread of Splits Time
This chart breaks down the splits for every athlete in the division, giving you a clear look at how times are distributed across the pack.
Compare O'Brien Cathal’s performance to the competition, spotting where they dominated and where there’s room to improve.
You’ll see how they stack up against the Top 10%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and beyond. Outliers are out—so the focus stays on the real competition.
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 O'Brien Cathal'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
05:30.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Cathal O'Brien delivered a commendable performance in the 2024 Dublin Hyrox race. Ranking in the top 46% of all athletes and landing in the top 44% of his age group, he displayed both strength and endurance. However, there is potential for improvement, particularly in total running time and the roxzone. Cathal's total running time was slower than the average by 03:08, indicating a need for focused running training. His pace in the initial running segments (Running 1 to Running 4) indicates a slower start compared to the average. He demonstrated stronger performances in strength-based exercises, suggesting a more strength-dominant profile.
Segments to Improve:
Below are the identified areas for improvement with specific training strategies:
1. Total Running Time:
Consider including interval training in your workout routine to increase your speed. This could involve short bursts of high-intensity running followed by a slower pace or rest. Repeat this cycle throughout your training session.
Endurance runs at a comfortable pace can help build stamina. Start with a distance that is suitable for your current fitness level and gradually increase it over time.
Hill workouts can also be beneficial. They build strength, speed, and stamina by forcing you to work harder against gravity.
2. Roxzone:
Work on improving your transition times between exercises. This could involve practicing the specific movements that transition between the different exercises, so they become second nature on the day of the race.
Consider incorporating functional fitness exercises into your training to enhance overall fitness and agility. This could include exercises like burpees, kettlebell swings, and box jumps.
3. Wall Balls, Rowing, Sandbag Lunges, and Burpees Broad Jump:
For Wall Balls, focus on your form. Make sure you are using your legs to drive the movement and your arms to guide the ball. Squat depth and explosiveness can be improved with exercises like box squats and jump squats.
In rowing, efficient technique can make a significant difference. Concentrate on engaging your core and using your legs for power. To train for this, try exercises like deadlifts and leg presses.
For Sandbag Lunges and Burpees Broad Jump, work on lower body strength and explosive power. Plyometric exercises such as box jumps and kettlebell swings can be useful.
Race Strategies:
In addition to the specific training strategies, consider the following race strategies:
Make sure to pace yourself at the beginning of the race. Starting too fast can lead to early fatigue, negatively affecting performance in later segments.
Manage your energy and strength throughout the race. Remember that some of the most challenging segments come later in the race, so it's important to have sufficient energy reserves.
Practice transitions between exercises to minimize time spent in the roxzone. Every second counts in a race like this.
Finally, a well-planned nutrition and hydration strategy can make a significant difference. Make sure you're adequately fueling your body for the demands of the race.