Ward Michael
Hyrox Result
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Dublin 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.
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 Ward Michael'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 Ward Michael'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 Ward Michael'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 Ward Michael'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
05:43.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
03:22
Potential Improvement
58.9%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance
Michael Ward demonstrated a strong performance in the 2024 Dublin HYROX race, finishing in the top 36% of all athletes and the top 42% of his age group. His overall time was 01:26:22. A key highlight of his performance was his total running time, which was 00:40:53, 02:20 faster than the average. This suggests that Michael has a runner's profile and excels in running segments of the competition. However, his roxzone time was 01:47 faster than average, indicating that he could improve his transition time and overall fitness. His pacing appeared to be balanced, with his running segments not varying dramatically from the average.
Segments to Improve
- Burpees Broad Jump: Michael's time in this segment was significantly slower than average, indicating a need for improvement. To enhance his performance, he might incorporate more plyometric exercises into his training routine, such as box jumps and jump squats. These exercises can improve power, speed, and muscular endurance. Additionally, practicing the burpee broad jump itself can help improve form and efficiency.
- Sled Push and Sled Pull: These segments were also slower than average. Strengthening exercises focusing on the lower body and core muscles, such as squats, lunges, and deadlifts can enhance performance in these areas. Additionally, practicing the sled push and pull with varying weights can improve technique and endurance.
- Rowing: Michael's rowing time was slower than average. To improve in this area, he could focus on enhancing his cardiovascular fitness and upper body strength. Rowing drills and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on the rowing machine can be beneficial. Also, incorporating exercises like pull-ups, push-ups, and chest presses can help strengthen the muscles used in rowing.
- Wall Balls: Although Michael's time was faster than the average, there is still room for improvement. He could include more functional exercises in his training such as thrusters and kettlebell swings to improve strength and coordination. Also, practicing the wall ball shot with various weights can enhance technique and endurance.
Race Strategies
For better race performance, Michael should consider the following strategies:
- Pacing: Given his runner's profile, Michael should make sure not to expend too much energy in the initial running segments which could affect his strength-based performance in later segments.
- Transitions: Improving his transition times between exercises can significantly enhance his overall time. This can be achieved by practicing quick transitions during training.
- Strength Training: As his running performance is already strong, focusing more on strength training could help balance his capabilities and improve his performance in strength-based segments.
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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