Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Hong Kong 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
233 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
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 233 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 233 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Lai Yat Hong'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 Lai Yat Hong'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 233 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 Lai Yat Hong'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 Lai Yat Hong'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
11:39.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 233 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Hey Yat Hong Lai! First off, a massive shoutout for completing the 2024 Hong Kong Hyrox event. With an overall rank of 933 out of 2712 athletes, you're in the top 34%, which is no small feat! 🏆 Your overall time of 02:07:24 shows you're putting in the work, and your total running time of 00:53:51 is impressive—7:50 faster than average! Talk about running like the wind! 🌬️
However, let’s take a closer look at your pacing strategy. It appears you started off strong, with your first running segment being significantly faster than average. While it’s great to get ahead, it might have left you a bit fatigued for the later segments, especially the Sled Pull and Wall Balls, where your times fell behind the average. From the splits, it looks like you might lean more towards a runner's profile, but we definitely need to work on your strength elements to ensure you’re not just fast but also powerful throughout the race. Remember, "Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths." – Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Segments to Improve:
Sled Pull (11:44) – This was your slowest segment, ranking at the 97th percentile. To improve, focus on building your back and leg strength. Consider incorporating the following:
Deadlifts: Build your overall pulling strength. Aim for 3 sets of 8-10 reps.
Rows: Both bent-over and seated rows will help develop a strong back. 3 sets of 10-12 reps will do.
Farmer's Carries: Great for grip strength and overall conditioning—take heavy weights and walk for distance.
Wall Balls (14:51) – These took a toll on your time as well. To improve, focus on your squat and explosive power:
Squats: Regular back and front squats will help build strength. Aim for 4 sets of 8 reps.
Plyometric Box Jumps: Enhance your explosiveness. 3 sets of 6-8 jumps will do the trick!
Wall Ball Drills: Practice the motion with lighter balls at higher reps to improve form and endurance.
Roxzone (11:47) – Looks like you're taking a bit more time here than average. This suggests you're spending extra time transitioning. To tighten this up:
Practice Transitions: Set up a mock race at your gym and practice moving from one exercise to the next swiftly.
Overall Fitness: Incorporate circuit training that mimics Hyrox transitions to boost your conditioning.
Burpees Broad Jump (9:26) – This segment also needs some work. These can be tough, but let's get you flying through them:
Burpee Technique Drills: Focus on form—perfect your push-up and jump to reduce time lost.
Broad Jump Drills: Aim for distance and speed—do five sets of 5 jumps, focusing on explosiveness.
Rowing (6:09) – You were a bit slower on the rower. Let’s sharpen that up:
Technique Focus: Make sure your form is spot on; a good catch and drive can save you precious seconds.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Start strong but keep an eye on your heart rate. If you’re gasping for air, pull back a little to avoid fatigue later.
Hydration: Don’t forget to hydrate! A well-timed sip can be the difference between a smooth transition and a slog through the next segment.
Mental Preparation: Visualize the race before you run it. Picture yourself smashing through the Wall Balls and pulling that sled like a boss!
Conclusion:
Yat Hong Lai, you’ve got the raw speed down, now it's time to blend that with some serious strength training to create a hybrid beast! 💪 Remember, “It’s not about being the best. It’s about being better than you were yesterday.” Keep working hard and stay committed to your training plan, and you'll see those numbers drop significantly! After all, if you’re not sweating, are you even Hyrox-ing? Keep it cool and keep pushing, and I’ll see you in the roxzone! 💥