Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Madrid 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 Lowry David'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 Lowry David'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 Lowry David'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 Lowry David'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
06:29.
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
David Lowry's performance in the 2024 Madrid HYROX race was commendable, with an overall rank of 764 out of 1509 athletes. Impressively, he completed the race with a total running time of 00:42:20, which is 04:58 faster than the average time. This demonstrates David's high endurance and speed, reflecting his strength as a runner.
David's race pacing in the initial segments seemed to be slower than average, but he quickly picked up the pace in the subsequent segments. He managed to gain significant time in the running segments, showing an impressive speed in running 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8. This swift recovery suggests that David has an excellent capacity for speed, despite a slow start.
David appears to have a more runner-oriented profile, as evidenced by his faster total running time. However, his performance in strength-focused segments shows room for improvement.
Segments to Improve
David's performance in the Sled Pull, Farmers Carry, Sled Push, and Burpees Broad Jump segments noticeably trailed behind his running segments. It suggests that these areas require focused training to improve strength and conditioning.
Sled Pull: David's time in this segment was significantly slower than average, suggesting a need for improved strength and power. Specific exercises such as deadlifts, rows, and power cleans can help enhance his pulling strength. These exercises target the back, shoulders, and leg muscles which are crucial for sled pulls.
Farmers Carry: David's slower-than-average performance in this segment indicates a need for better grip strength and overall muscular endurance. Exercises like farmer's walks and dead hangs can increase grip strength, while full-body conditioning routines can enhance overall muscular endurance.
Sled Push: A slower performance in this segment suggests a need for improved lower body strength and power. Squats, lunges, and leg presses can help target these muscle groups and improve performance in this area.
Burpees Broad Jump: Though David's performance in this segment was slightly slower than average, it can be improved with plyometric exercises to enhance explosive power, such as box jumps, squat jumps, and power push-ups. Additionally, practicing the technique of burpees can lead to more efficient movements and energy usage.
Race Strategies
For future races, David should focus on a balanced start rather than starting out slow in the initial segments. Maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race will help conserve energy for the final segments.
Given David's strength in running, he should leverage this to gain time in the running segments. However, it is crucial not to neglect the strength segments. Incorporating specific strength training as mentioned above into his routine can help improve his performance in these areas.
Finally, practicing transitions and reducing rest time in the roxzone can also contribute significantly to a better race time. This can be achieved through high-intensity interval training (HIIT), which simulates the alternating intensity of a HYROX race and improves overall fitness.