Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Birmingham 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
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 Richards Kevin'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 Richards Kevin'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 Richards Kevin'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 Richards Kevin'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
02:10.
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:
Kevin, you put in a commendable effort at the 2024 Birmingham HYROX event, finishing with a solid overall time of 01:41:41. You ranked 2258 overall, placing you in the top 83% among 2701 athletes—a solid accomplishment! In your age group (55-59), you ranked 52 out of 71, which puts you in the top 73%. Your total running time of 00:49:27 was 25 seconds faster than average, indicating that you've got a solid runner profile. However, it seems like you started a bit too conservatively on the first run, which was a whopping 01:15 slower than average. This may have cost you some time in the overall race. You have a good mix of endurance and strength, but there’s room to sharpen those transitions and some of your strength-based segments!
Segments to Improve:
Farmers Carry (00:03:23) - This was 49 seconds slower than average, and it’s clear that this segment needs your attention. Enhance your grip strength and stability by practicing holds with dumbbells or kettlebells. Try this drill:
Farmers Walks: Grab heavy weights, keep your shoulders back, and walk for a set distance. Aim for 4 sets of 40 meters. Increase the weight gradually.
Deadlifts: These will help build your overall strength. Focus on form and aim for 3 sets of 8-10 reps.
Roxzone (00:09:59) - You spent 1:09 longer than average in transition, which suggests that your overall fitness and transition efficiency could use some work. Try to minimize time spent resting between exercises. Here are some strategies:
Transition Drills: Practice moving quickly between exercises. Set a timer for 15 seconds to move from one area to another, gradually decreasing that time.
Circuit Training: Incorporate movements like burpees, kettlebell swings, and box jumps with minimal rest. This will help improve your cardiovascular endurance and transition speed.
Burpees Broad Jump (00:06:53) - You were 11 seconds slower than average. To improve this, focus on explosive movements:
Burpee Box Jumps: Combine burpees with box jumps to enhance explosiveness. Perform 3 sets of 10.
Plyometric Drills: Include drills like squat jumps and tuck jumps to build power in your legs, which will translate to better performance on this segment.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Start your first run with a more aggressive mindset. Perhaps aim for a pace that is only 30 seconds slower than your best running lap to catch up early.
Fueling: Ensure you’re adequately fueled before the race. A snack an hour before can help maintain energy levels throughout.
Mindset: During the race, keep repeating a mantra like “I can, I will,” to push through the tough segments. Your mental game is as crucial as your physical one.
Conclusion:
Kevin, every race is an opportunity to learn and grow. You’ve got the heart and the drive; now let’s fine-tune some of those segments to turn weaknesses into strengths. Remember, “The only way to get better is to get uncomfortable.” So, embrace the grind, and don’t shy away from pushing your limits. Your next race can be even better, and I believe in your potential to crush it! Keep grinding, and remember, even a bad day can be a good story later! 💪💥🏆
Keep your head up, stay focused, and let’s crush those goals together! You’re on the path to greatness, and I’m here to help you every step of the way!