Mcclay Gary Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Malaga 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

GBR GBR Flag Men 50-54 #123029 01:24:42 14th in AG | Top 23.0% 305th | Top 24.8%
-00:20
42:00
Run Total
-00:02
05:15
Avg. Lap
+00:28
04:58
Best Lap
+01:17
37:00
Workout Total
+00:10
04:37
Avg. Workout
-00:54
05:47
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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 Mcclay Gary'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 Mcclay Gary'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 Mcclay Gary'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 Mcclay Gary'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 04:15. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

01:23 Potential Improvement 32.5% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Wall Balls 01:23 07:21 to 05:58 32.5%
Run Total 00:41 42:00 to 41:19 16.1%
Sled Pull 00:30 05:05 to 04:35 11.8%
Sandbag Lunges 00:28 05:14 to 04:46 11.0%
Rowing 00:27 05:10 to 04:43 10.6%
Sled Push 00:25 03:05 to 02:40 9.8%
Farmers Carry 00:12 02:13 to 02:01 4.7%
Ski Erg 00:09 04:31 to 04:22 3.5%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 04:21 to 04:21 0.0%

Splits Time

Mcclay Gary Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 05:03 00:00 04:35 +00:28 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:31 05:03 04:25 +00:06 04:35 +00:28
Running 2 04:58 09:34 04:55 +00:03 09:00 +00:34
Sled Push 03:05 14:32 02:51 +00:14 13:55 +00:37
Running 3 05:13 17:37 05:21 -00:08 16:46 +00:51
Sled Pull 05:05 22:50 04:51 +00:14 22:07 +00:43
Running 4 05:07 27:55 05:20 -00:13 26:58 +00:57
Burpees Broad Jump 04:21 33:02 05:14 -00:53 32:18 +00:44
Running 5 05:23 37:23 05:30 -00:07 37:32 -00:09
Rowing 05:10 42:46 04:47 +00:23 43:02 -00:16
Running 6 05:20 47:56 05:21 -00:01 47:49 +00:07
Farmers Carry 02:13 53:16 02:09 +00:04 53:10 +00:06
Running 7 05:18 55:29 05:20 -00:02 55:19 +00:10
Sandbag Lunges 05:14 01:00:47 05:02 +00:12 01:00:39 +00:08
Running 8 05:41 01:06:01 05:56 -00:15 01:05:41 +00:20
Wall Balls 07:21 01:11:42 06:24 +00:57 01:11:37 +00:05
Roxzone 05:47 01:24:42 06:41 -00:54 01:24:42
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance:

Gary McClay's performance in the 2024 Malaga Hyrox race places him impressively within the top 16% of all athletes and the top 15% of his age group, showcasing a strong and competitive edge. Analyzing his overall time and comparing his total running time to the average, it's evident that Gary has a strong runner profile, finishing the running segments a total of 00:39 faster than the average. This suggests a robust running capability which serves as a significant strength in his performance. However, the detailed splits indicate a potential for improvement in specific strength-focused exercises and transitions, highlighting a hybrid approach could further enhance his performance. Notably, Gary's pacing in the early running segments was slightly slower than average, suggesting a conservative start but was able to maintain and improve pace as the race progressed, indicating good stamina and race management.

Segments to Improve:

  • Wall Balls: With a significant delay compared to the average, focusing on improving power and endurance in lower body and core muscles will be beneficial. Incorporating exercises like squats, thrusters, and medicine ball throws will help build the required strength. Practicing the actual wall ball exercise with varying weights and heights can also improve technique and stamina.
  • Sled Pull: To enhance performance in sled pull, Gary should focus on building his posterior chain strength. Deadlifts, kettlebell swings, and weighted sled drags can significantly improve the power and endurance needed for this segment. Additionally, incorporating grip strength exercises will ensure a firmer hold and more efficient energy transfer during the pull.
  • Sandbag Lunges: Improving in this area requires increased leg strength and endurance. Lunges with varying weights, step-ups, and squats can build the necessary muscle. Sandbag-specific drills, focusing on maintaining posture and balance while moving, will directly translate to better performance in this segment.
  • Sled Push: Building explosive leg power and core strength is key. Exercises like leg presses, sled pushes, and heavy farmers walks will build the strength needed. Practicing the sled push with incremental weights will also help Gary adapt to the demands of the race.
  • Rowing: To improve rowing time, focusing on cardiovascular endurance and rowing technique is essential. Interval training on the rowing machine, combined with endurance-building exercises like long-distance running or cycling, will enhance overall performance. Technique improvements, focusing on efficient energy use and stroke power, can be achieved through drills and professional coaching.

Race Strategies:

  • Start Pacing: Given the trend of starting slower in the initial running segments, a more aggressive start could be beneficial. Balancing this with the need to conserve energy for strength segments is crucial, suggesting a slightly faster but controlled start.
  • Transition Efficiency: Improving transition times between exercises can significantly impact overall performance. Practicing quick and efficient transitions, both in terms of physical movement and mental readiness for the next challenge, should become part of the training regimen.
  • Strength-Endurance Balance: Given Gary's running prowess, incorporating more strength-focused training while maintaining his running performance will create a more balanced profile. This includes hybrid workouts that challenge both endurance and strength within the same session, mimicking race conditions as closely as possible.
  • Segment-Specific Drills: Before race day, including segment-specific drills that mimic the race's demands will help improve both the physical and mental aspects of each challenge. This will also help in strategizing the order and intensity of effort across segments.
  • Mental Preparation: Mental resilience training, including visualization techniques and coping strategies for when the race becomes particularly challenging, will prepare Gary to push through tough segments more effectively.

Integrating these targeted training strategies and race tactics will not only address the current areas of improvement but also enhance Gary McClay's overall race performance, making him a more formidable competitor in future Hyrox events.

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