Season 23/24 2024 Houston (797) HYROX (645) Men (406) Ness Kyle

Ness Kyle Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Houston 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.

Performance Highlights

USA USA Flag Men 30-34 #121027 01:24:52 40th in AG | Top 40.0% 141st | Top 34.7%
+06:23
48:44
Run Total
+00:49
06:06
Avg. Lap
+00:51
05:22
Best Lap
-04:04
31:45
Workout Total
-00:30
03:58
Avg. Workout
-02:16
04:27
Roxzone

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 Ness Kyle'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 Ness Kyle'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 Ness Kyle'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 Ness Kyle'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 08:34. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

07:25 Potential Improvement 86.6% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 07:25 48:44 to 41:19 86.6%
Burpees Broad Jump 01:04 05:59 to 04:55 12.5%
Sandbag Lunges 00:04 04:50 to 04:46 0.8%
Farmers Carry 00:01 02:02 to 02:01 0.2%
Ski Erg 00:00 03:58 to 03:58 0.0%
Sled Push 00:00 01:52 to 01:52 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 03:59 to 03:59 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 04:18 to 04:18 0.0%
Wall Balls 00:00 04:47 to 04:47 0.0%

Splits Time

Ness Kyle Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 04:21 00:00 04:35 -00:14 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 03:58 04:21 04:26 -00:28 04:35 -00:14
Running 2 05:22 08:19 04:55 +00:27 09:01 -00:42
Sled Push 01:52 13:41 02:51 -00:59 13:56 -00:15
Running 3 05:56 15:33 05:22 +00:34 16:47 -01:14
Sled Pull 03:59 21:29 04:52 -00:53 22:09 -00:40
Running 4 06:21 25:28 05:20 +01:01 27:01 -01:33
Burpees Broad Jump 05:59 31:49 05:16 +00:43 32:21 -00:32
Running 5 06:38 37:48 05:30 +01:08 37:37 +00:11
Rowing 04:18 44:26 04:48 -00:30 43:07 +01:19
Running 6 06:26 48:44 05:21 +01:05 47:55 +00:49
Farmers Carry 02:02 55:10 02:09 -00:07 53:16 +01:54
Running 7 06:36 57:12 05:20 +01:16 55:25 +01:47
Sandbag Lunges 04:50 01:03:48 05:02 -00:12 01:00:45 +03:03
Running 8 07:09 01:08:38 05:57 +01:12 01:05:47 +02:51
Wall Balls 04:47 01:15:47 06:25 -01:38 01:11:44 +04:03
Roxzone 04:27 01:24:52 06:43 -02:16 01:24:52
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Kyle Ness' performance in the 2024 Houston HYROX race places him in the top 60% of all athletes and the top 65% within his age group, showcasing a commendable effort. His overall time was 01:24:52, with a total running time of 00:48:49, which is 06:03 slower than the average, indicating a stronger inclination towards strength-based exercises rather than running. Despite a robust start in Running 1, Kyle's performance in subsequent running segments progressively slowed, suggesting an initial pacing that may have been too aggressive. This is further evidenced by exceptionally strong performances in the Ski Erg, Sled Push, Rowing, and Wall Balls, indicating a hybrid athlete profile with a notable bias towards strength exercises. However, the Roxzone segment and early strength exercises showed efficient transition times, suggesting good overall fitness but highlighting the need for improved endurance and pacing strategy for running segments.

Segments to Improve:

  • Running Segments: Kyle's performance indicates a significant opportunity for improvement in his running segments, particularly in maintaining pace throughout the race. Incorporating interval training, with a mix of short sprints and longer steady-state runs, can help improve both speed and endurance. Specific drills such as tempo runs, hill repeats, and fartlek training will build both aerobic and anaerobic systems, crucial for the varied pacing Hyrox demands. Additionally, focusing on running form, including cadence and foot strike, during fatigue scenarios can help maintain efficiency throughout the race.
  • Burpees Broad Jump: This segment was significantly slower than average, suggesting a need for improvement in both technique and explosive power. Plyometric training, including box jumps, squat jumps, and lunge jumps, will build explosive strength. Practicing burpees with an emphasis on form and efficiency, particularly on the jump portion, can reduce time spent on this segment. Incorporating these exercises at the end of a running or strength workout can simulate the fatigue experienced during the race, improving performance under similar conditions.
  • Sandbag Lunges: While not as significant a deficit as other areas, improvement in the Sandbag Lunges can contribute to a better overall time. Strength training focused on lower body endurance and stability, such as weighted squats, lunges, and deadlifts, will build the necessary muscular endurance. Incorporating unilateral exercises, like single-leg deadlifts and Bulgarian split squats, will improve balance and functional strength, directly benefiting sandbag lunge performance.

Race Strategies:

  • Improved Pacing: Given Kyle's tendency to start strong but slow in later segments, adopting a more conservative start could conserve energy for a stronger overall performance. Utilizing a pacing strategy that aims for even or negative splits in running segments can help maintain a more consistent performance throughout the race.
  • Transition Efficiency: While Kyle shows good transition times, there's always room for improvement. Practicing quick transitions between running and strength exercises in training will reduce overall time. This includes setting up equipment for a smooth switch and rehearsing the sequence of movements for each transition.
  • Mental Preparation: The psychological aspect of pacing and enduring discomfort during long races is crucial. Mental resilience training, including visualization techniques and setting small, achievable targets throughout the race, can help maintain focus and determination during challenging segments.

By addressing these targeted areas with specific training strategies and adopting these race strategies, Kyle Ness can significantly improve his performance in future HYROX races, turning identified weaknesses into strengths and achieving a more balanced athlete profile.

Race History

Explore your race history splits in detail below. The interactive chart provides an easy way to analyze your performance by highlighting faster and slower times across each split. This tool is designed to help you identify trends, track improvements, and refine your strategy for future races.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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