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 Pickup Ian'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 Pickup Ian'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 Pickup Ian'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 Pickup Ian'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
02:22.
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:
Ian Pickup has shown an impressive performance in the 2024 Birmingham HYROX race. Ranking in the top 22% of 4107 athletes and the top 25% of his age group (35-39) is a commendable achievement. Ian's total running time was 00:40:04, which was 00:12 faster than the average running time. This suggests that Ian has a runner profile, excelling in the running segments of the race. His pacing strategy was also effective, as he managed to maintain consistent speed, with his best running lap time being 00:04:38.
Segments to Improve:
Despite his generally strong performance, there are areas where Ian can improve. The segments with the most potential for improvement compared to the 25th percentile include Roxzone, Burpees Broad Jump, Sandbag Lunges, and Farmers Carry.
Roxzone: Ian's Roxzone time was 01:22 slower than average, indicating he took more time for transitions or rest. To improve in this area, Ian should focus on improving his overall fitness and reducing transition times. This could involve high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts to increase cardiovascular endurance and drills that simulate race transitions.
Burpees Broad Jump: Ian's time was 00:08 slower than average in this segment. To improve, he could focus on exercises that target the quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings, such as squats and lunges. Plyometric exercises, such as box jumps and burpees, can also improve explosive strength and speed.
Sandbag Lunges: Ian was 00:11 slower than average in this segment. Strength training exercises that target the lower body, such as weighted lunges and deadlifts, could help improve his performance. Practicing lunges with a sandbag can also help him get accustomed to the added weight and improve his form.
Farmers Carry: Ian was 00:19 slower than average in this segment. To improve, he should incorporate grip strength exercises into his training routine, such as dead hangs and farmers walks. Functional strength exercises, such as kettlebell swings and deadlifts, can also help improve overall strength and endurance.
Race Strategies:
For future races, Ian should consider implementing the following strategies:
Focus on maintaining a consistent pace right from the start. Starting too fast can lead to early fatigue, while starting too slow can make it difficult to make up for lost time later in the race.
Minimize rest and transition times. Ian's Roxzone time was slower than average, indicating he could benefit from reducing these times. This could involve practicing race transitions and focusing on recovery strategies to minimize fatigue.
Consider incorporating strength training into his training routine to improve his performance in strength-based segments. This could involve targeted exercises for the specific segments he struggled with, as detailed above.
Keep a positive mindset. Mental resilience is key in endurance events like HYROX races. Techniques such as visualization, mindfulness, and positive self-talk can help improve performance.
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