Watson Matthew Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2023 London 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 788 similar athletes.

Performance Highlights

GBR GBR Flag Men 30-34 #160036 01:49:13 366th in AG | Top 93.1% 1663rd | Top 90.1%
-01:25
51:43
Run Total
-00:09
06:28
Avg. Lap
-01:23
04:00
Best Lap
+03:39
50:02
Workout Total
+00:28
06:15
Avg. Workout
-02:18
07:33
Roxzone

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 788 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 788 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Pacing Quality

This section showcases the entire Watson Matthew'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 Watson Matthew'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 788 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 Watson Matthew'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 Watson Matthew'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 05:30. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

01:57 Potential Improvement 35.5% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Wall Balls 01:57 10:45 to 08:48 35.5%
Sled Pull 01:01 07:24 to 06:23 18.5%
Sandbag Lunges 00:59 07:41 to 06:42 17.9%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:33 07:50 to 07:17 10.0%
Run Total 00:32 51:43 to 51:11 9.7%
Farmers Carry 00:28 03:14 to 02:46 8.5%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:32 to 04:32 0.0%
Sled Push 00:00 03:28 to 03:28 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 05:08 to 05:08 0.0%

Splits Time

Watson Matthew Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 04:00 00:00 05:19 -01:19 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:32 04:00 04:46 -00:14 05:19 -01:19
Running 2 06:10 08:32 05:59 +00:11 10:05 -01:33
Sled Push 03:28 14:42 03:42 -00:14 16:04 -01:22
Running 3 06:41 18:10 06:36 +00:05 19:46 -01:36
Sled Pull 07:24 24:51 06:28 +00:56 26:22 -01:31
Running 4 06:33 32:15 06:36 -00:03 32:50 -00:35
Burpees Broad Jump 07:50 38:48 07:25 +00:25 39:26 -00:38
Running 5 06:44 46:38 06:56 -00:12 46:51 -00:13
Rowing 05:08 53:22 05:19 -00:11 53:47 -00:25
Running 6 06:49 58:30 06:41 +00:08 59:06 -00:36
Farmers Carry 03:14 01:05:19 02:41 +00:33 01:05:47 -00:28
Running 7 06:47 01:08:33 06:42 +00:05 01:08:28 +00:05
Sandbag Lunges 07:41 01:15:20 07:01 +00:40 01:15:10 +00:10
Running 8 08:02 01:23:01 08:10 -00:08 01:22:11 +00:50
Wall Balls 10:45 01:31:03 09:01 +01:44 01:30:21 +00:42
Roxzone 07:33 01:49:13 09:51 -02:18 01:49:13
Based on 788 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance

Matthew Watson had a solid performance in the 2023 London Hyrox race. He achieved an overall rank of 1663, which places him in the top 59% of all athletes. In his age group (30-34), he ranked 366, placing him in the top 63% of competitors. His total time for the race was 01:49:13, with a total running time of 00:51:43. It is worth noting that his total running time was 01:11 slower than the average for his finish time.

When analyzing the splits, Matthew performed exceptionally well in the first running segment, completing it in 00:04:00, which was 01:08 faster than the average time. He also had strong performances in the Ski Erg and Sled Push segments, where he was faster than the average time by 00:11 and 00:38, respectively. However, he struggled in segments such as Wall Balls, Burpees Broad Jump, Sandbag Lunges, Sled Pull, Farmers Carry, and Running 2, where he lost significant time compared to the average.

Segments to Improve



1. Wall Balls:
Matthew took 00:10:45 to complete this segment, which was 01:54 slower than the average time. To improve his performance in Wall Balls, he should focus on building his upper body strength and endurance. Incorporating exercises such as medicine ball squats, wall ball throws, and overhead presses can help him develop the necessary strength and technique for this movement. Additionally, practicing proper form and efficient breathing techniques during wall ball exercises can contribute to better performance during the race.

2. Burpees Broad Jump:
Matthew spent 00:07:50 on this segment, which was 00:48 slower than the average time. To improve his performance in Burpees Broad Jump, he should work on increasing his explosiveness and power. Plyometric exercises such as box jumps, squat jumps, and broad jumps can help him develop the necessary explosive strength for this movement. Incorporating burpee variations into his training routine, such as burpee box jumps or burpee broad jumps, can also help improve his speed and efficiency in this segment.

3. Sandbag Lunges:
Matthew completed the Sandbag Lunges segment in 00:07:41, which was 00:45 slower than the average time. To enhance his performance in this segment, he should focus on improving his lower body strength and stability. Exercises such as walking lunges, reverse lunges, and Bulgarian split squats can help him develop the necessary strength and stability for sandbag lunges. Incorporating exercises that target the glutes, quadriceps, and hamstrings will also contribute to better performance in this segment.

4. Sled Pull:
Matthew took 00:07:24 to complete the Sled Pull, which was 00:33 slower than the average time. To improve his performance in this segment, he should focus on developing his upper body and back strength. Exercises such as rows, pull-ups, and deadlifts can help him build the necessary strength for sled pulling. Additionally, practicing proper technique and body positioning during sled pulls can contribute to improved performance.

5. Farmers Carry:
Matthew completed the Farmers Carry segment in 00:03:14, which was 00:29 slower than the average time. To enhance his performance in this segment, he should focus on improving his grip strength and endurance. Exercises such as farmer's carries, dead hangs, and grip strength exercises (e.g., plate pinches or towel hangs) can help him develop the necessary grip strength for the farmers carry. Additionally, incorporating exercises that target the forearms and wrists will contribute to better performance in this segment.

6. Running 2:
Matthew completed this running segment in 00:06:10, which was 00:15 slower than the average time. To improve his running performance, he should focus on increasing his cardiovascular endurance and speed. Incorporating interval training, hill sprints, and tempo runs into his training routine can help him improve his overall running performance. Additionally, focusing on proper running form and technique, such as maintaining a consistent stride length and cadence, can contribute to better running times.

Strategies

To improve overall performance in future races, Matthew should consider the following strategies:

1. Pacing:
Analyzing the splits, it appears that Matthew started the race at a fast pace, as evidenced by his faster-than-average times in the first few segments. However, he experienced a decline in performance in later segments, particularly in the strength-based exercises. To improve his overall race performance, Matthew should aim for a more balanced pacing strategy. This could involve starting at a slightly slower pace to conserve energy for later segments, especially those that require significant strength and endurance.

2. Strength Training:
As indicated by his slower times in strength-based segments, Matthew could benefit from prioritizing strength training in his overall fitness routine. Incorporating exercises that target the major muscle groups used in Hyrox, such as squats, deadlifts, lunges, and upper body exercises, will help improve his performance in these segments. It is important to focus on both muscular strength and endurance to excel in the strength-based exercises.

3. Transition Time:
Matthew's roxzone time was 00:07:33, which was 02:17 faster than the average time. This suggests that he managed his transitions efficiently. To further improve his race performance, he should continue to work on minimizing transition times between exercises. Practicing quick and smooth transitions during training sessions will help him save valuable time during the race.

4. Running Endurance:
While Matthew's overall running time was slower than the average, his performance in individual running segments varied. To improve his running endurance, he should incorporate regular running workouts into his training routine. This could include long runs, interval training, and hill sprints to enhance both his aerobic and anaerobic capacities. Additionally, focusing on proper running form and technique will contribute to improved running performance.

In conclusion, Matthew Watson had a commendable performance in the 2023 London Hyrox race. While he excelled in certain segments, there are specific areas that require improvement, such as Wall Balls, Burpees Broad Jump, Sandbag Lunges, Sled Pull, Farmers Carry, and Running 2. By implementing targeted training strategies and techniques, including strength training, pacing adjustments, and focused running workouts, Matthew can enhance his overall performance and achieve better results in future races.

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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