Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Perth 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 Sykes Sam'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 Sykes Sam'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 Sykes Sam'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 Sykes Sam'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
04:24.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
Sam Sykes delivered a commendable performance at the 2024 Perth Hyrox race, finishing in the top 34% overall and ranking 48th in his age group (25-29). His total time was 01:24:57, with a total running time of 00:38:58, which is 03:46 faster than the average, indicating a strong running profile. His best running lap time was 00:04:19, showing his potential in the running segments. A notable observation is that Sam started his race slightly slower compared to the average, as seen in Running 1, but quickly caught up and maintained a faster pace throughout subsequent running segments. He clearly excels in running, but there is room for improvement in strength-based exercises and transitions.
Segments to Improve
Wall Balls: Sam's time of 00:08:17 was significantly slower than average. To improve, focus on:
Technique: Work on a more efficient squat-to-throw transition. Ensure a consistent breathing pattern and maintain balance.
Drills: Perform wall ball drills focusing on higher repetitions with lower weight to improve endurance.
Exercises: Incorporate front squats and thrusters to build strength and muscle memory.
Roxzone: With a time of 00:07:55, Sam took longer than average. Suggestions include:
Transition Drills: Practice quick transitions between exercises to minimize downtime.
Overall Fitness: Improve cardiovascular fitness to reduce the need for resting during transitions.
Sandbag Lunges: Sam's time was 00:06:00, slower than average. Recommendations:
Form Correction: Focus on maintaining an upright posture and engaging core muscles during lunges.
Exercises: Add weighted lunges and single-leg exercises to enhance balance and strength.
Burpees Broad Jump: With a time of 00:05:42, this segment was slower. Improvement strategies:
Technique: Work on achieving a fluid motion from burpee to jump, minimizing ground contact time.
Drills: Practice burpee-to-broad jump combos with a focus on explosive power.
Race Strategies
Pacing: Sam should continue to leverage his strong running ability by maintaining a steady pace throughout the race. Avoid going too fast initially to conserve energy for strength segments.
Strength Training: Focus on building muscular endurance through compound exercises and circuit training to tackle strength-oriented exercises more effectively.
Recovery and Nutrition: Implement a structured recovery program including stretching and foam rolling. Optimize nutrition for sustained energy levels during the race.
Pre-Race Preparation: Conduct a thorough warm-up to prepare both physically and mentally, ensuring all muscles are activated and ready.
By concentrating on these targeted areas and adopting the recommended strategies, Sam Sykes can enhance his overall performance in future Hyrox races.