O Donoghue Ciaran
Hyrox Result
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Madrid 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 O Donoghue Ciaran'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 O Donoghue Ciaran'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 O Donoghue Ciaran'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 O Donoghue Ciaran'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
03:06.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
01:12
Potential Improvement
38.7%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Ciaran O Donoghue's performance in the 2024 Madrid Hyrox Race demonstrates a strong fitness profile with a particular strength in running. This is indicated by his total running time of 00:43:30, which is 00:42 faster than the average for his finish time. His fastest lap at 00:04:58 also highlights his running prowess. However, his performance in the roxzone and strength-oriented exercises such as the sled push and sled pull indicates room for improvement. His initial pacing in the race appeared slower than average but improved significantly in the later stages, suggesting a potential need to adjust his early race strategy.
Segments to Improve:
- Roxzone: Ciaran's time in the roxzone was 01:22 slower than average, suggesting a need to improve transition times and rest efficiency. Incorporating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) into his routine can help improve his overall fitness, enabling quicker recoveries between exercises. He can also practice quick transitions between different exercise types to better familiarize himself with the change in movements.
- Sled Push & Sled Pull: These strength-related segments represented significant time losses for Ciaran. Incorporating more strength training into his fitness routine can help improve his performance here. Deadlifts and squats can build lower body strength crucial for these exercises, while rope pulls and push sled drills can closely mimic the movements and resistance experienced during these segments.
- Running: While Ciaran performed well in running overall, his initial segments were slower than average. This suggests a need to adjust his pacing strategy at the start of the race. Incorporating more speed training in the early stages of his workouts can help improve his initial speed in the race. Additionally, practicing pacing strategies during training can help him better manage his energy output throughout the race.
Race Strategies:
For future races, Ciaran could benefit from adjusting his pacing strategy. Starting off too slow can lead to lost time that is hard to make up later in the race, even with a strong finish. Implementing a more consistent pace throughout the race can lead to better overall times. He should also focus on quicker transitions between exercises, as time spent in the roxzone can significantly impact overall performance. Finally, while his running is a strength, balancing this with improved performance in strength-based exercises can lead to a more well-rounded performance and better race times.
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