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 Hamilton Ben'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 Hamilton Ben'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 Hamilton Ben'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 Hamilton Ben'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
02:56.
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:
Ben Hamilton demonstrated a commendable performance in the 2024 Birmingham HYROX race. His overall rank placed him in the top 30% of all athletes, and he finished in the top 35% of his age group. He completed the race with an overall time of 01:23:50.
Ben's strength lies predominantly in running, with a total running time of 00:41:49, which was 00:16 faster than the average time. His best running lap was clocked at an impressive 00:04:43.
Ben's pacing strategy seems consistent, as he didn't start either too fast or too slow compared to average times. However, there seems to be potential for improvement in the early stages of the race, as the first running segment was slower than average.
Segments to Improve:
Wall Balls: This was the most challenging segment for Ben, as he was 01:32 slower than the average, ranking in the 89th percentile. To improve, Ben should include more functional training like squats and thrusters in his routine to build strength and endurance. For form correction, ensure the wall ball is thrown from a full squat position and caught in a 'soft' receiving position, reducing the impact on the body and conserving energy.
Roxzone: Ben lost some valuable time here, being 00:31 slower than average. To improve transition times, Ben should work on his overall fitness level and recovery rate. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) could be beneficial, along with practicing transitions between exercises to reduce rest time.
Running 1: Although Ben's overall running time was commendable, his first running segment was slower than average. To improve his initial pace, Ben could incorporate more speed work and interval training in his running regimen. This could help him start stronger and maintain a consistent pace throughout the race.
Burpees Broad Jump: Ben was 00:14 faster than the average time in this segment. However, there's still room for improvement. Plyometric exercises like box jumps and long jumps could help improve explosive power, which is crucial for broad jumps. Additionally, practicing burpees separately could help improve overall form and speed.
Race Strategies:
Ben should aim to maintain his strong running pace while focusing on improving his strength training segments. He should also practice conserving his energy in the early stages of the race to improve his performance in the later, more strength-intensive segments.
In terms of transitions, Ben should aim to minimize rest time and ensure smooth transitions between exercises. Practicing these transitions in training could help make them more automatic and efficient during the race.
Lastly, Ben should continue to monitor and evaluate his performance in each segment, identifying any new areas for improvement and adjusting his training plan accordingly.