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 Mccarthy Liam'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 Mccarthy Liam'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 Mccarthy Liam'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 Mccarthy Liam'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
03:10.
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:
Liam Mccarthy's performance at the 2024 Birmingham HYROX event was commendable. He ranked in the top 23% of all athletes and in the top 28% in his age group. His overall time was impressive, clocking in at 01:20:30. A significant highlight was his total running time, which was 01:58 faster than the average, suggesting a strong runner profile.
Upon analyzing his splits, it appears that Liam began the race slightly slower than average, but quickly made up time in the subsequent segments. From running 2 to running 5, Liam consistently finished faster than the average, indicating a sensible pacing strategy and strong endurance. However, it's worth noting that his time in the Roxzone was slower than average, suggesting that more time was spent transitioning between exercise zones or resting.
Segments to Improve:
Roxzone: As the segment where Liam lost the most time, this area needs focus. To improve his transition time, Liam could incorporate specific drills into his training. Practicing transitions between various exercises could help reduce time spent in the roxzone. Additionally, focusing on overall fitness will allow him to recover more quickly between segments and reduce rest times.
Burpees Broad Jump: This exercise requires both strength and explosive power. Incorporating plyometric exercises, such as box jumps and power cleans, can help improve performance in this area. Also, practicing burpees with a focus on form and efficiency could lead to substantial time savings.
Sled Pull: This is a strength-based exercise, and Liam's slower time suggests that this is an area for improvement. Incorporating more strength training, particularly focusing on the lower body and core, could improve performance in this segment. Exercises like deadlifts, farmer's walks, and squats could be particularly beneficial.
Race Strategies:
Based on the performance analysis, here are a few strategies that could be implemented to further improve Liam's performance:
Strong Start: Although Liam performed exceptionally in the later stages of the race, starting stronger can help set a more aggressive pace and save time.
Efficient Transitions: Practice transitioning between exercises to minimize time spent in the roxzone. This includes not just the physical transition, but also mentally preparing for the next exercise.
Strength Training: As a runner, Liam has a clear advantage in the running segments. However, to improve overall performance, more focus should be given to strength training, particularly exercises that mimic those in the competition.
Pace Management: While Liam's pacing was generally good, there's always room for improvement. Understanding his strengths and weaknesses better can help him strategize where to conserve energy and where to push harder.