Preston Ryan
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
1000 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 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 Preston Ryan'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 Preston Ryan'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 Preston Ryan'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 Preston Ryan'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
07:11.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
05:54
Potential Improvement
82.1%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
Ryan Preston demonstrated a commendable performance in the 2024 Dublin HYROX race, finishing in the top 33% overall and top 16% in his age group. His overall performance was marked by a pronounced strength in running, as evidenced by his total running time of 00:39:02, which was 03:23 faster than the average. Ryan's performance in the first four running segments suggests a strong start, as he consistently outpaced the average times.
His performance in the roxzone, with a time of 00:04:50, was 01:46 faster than average indicating a good overall fitness level and efficient transition time. However, his performance in strength-focused exercises such as the Wall Balls and Burpees Broad Jump need improvement. His performance in these segments was considerably slower than average, suggesting a stronger runner profile than strength profile.
Segments to Improve
- Wall Balls: Ryan's performance in this segment was notably slower than average, suggesting room for improvement. Incorporating targeted strength training exercises into his routine can help improve performance in this area. Exercises such as squat thrusts, kettlebell swings, and medicine ball slams can help build the necessary lower body and core strength required for this task. It may also be helpful to focus on improving form and technique in this exercise to ensure efficient movement and energy use.
- Burpees Broad Jump: This segment was another area where Ryan's performance lagged, with a finish time 00:55 slower than average. Incorporating plyometric exercises such as box jumps, long jumps, and burpee variations can help enhance explosive strength and power. Additionally, working on cardiovascular endurance through interval running or high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can boost stamina for this high-intensity exercise.
Race Strategies
Moving forward, Ryan should consider implementing the following strategies for better performance:
- Pacing: While Ryan's running times were impressive, better pacing might help maintain energy levels for the strength-focused tasks. A slightly slower but steady speed during the early running segments could conserve energy for the more physically demanding tasks later in the race.
- Strength Training: Given his running proficiency, Ryan should focus more on strength training, particularly for exercises featured in the race. Regular and varied strength workouts can help balance his overall fitness profile, ensuring he is equally prepared for both running and strength segments.
- Transition Efficiency: Although Ryan's roxzone time was faster than average, further improving transition efficiency can shave off valuable seconds from his overall time. This includes effectively managing rest periods, swiftly changing between exercise setups, and maintaining a steady rhythm throughout the race.
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