Taylor Darren Performance Analysis

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2023 Glasgow 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.

Season 22/23 2023 Glasgow (1543) HYROX (1410) Men (970) Taylor Darren

GBR GBR Flag Men 40-44 #132012 01:22:57 70th in AG | Top 46.7% 441st | Top 45.5%

Performance Highlights

-01:36
39:53
Run Total
-00:11
04:59
Avg. Lap
+00:13
04:39
Best Lap
+02:28
37:30
Workout Total
+00:19
04:41
Avg. Workout
-00:53
05:38
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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 Taylor Darren'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 Taylor Darren'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 Taylor Darren'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 Taylor Darren'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 05:09. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

03:29 Potential Improvement 67.6% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Sandbag Lunges 03:29 08:06 to 04:37 67.6%
Farmers Carry 00:36 02:34 to 01:58 11.7%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:33 05:16 to 04:43 10.7%
Wall Balls 00:26 06:11 to 05:45 8.4%
Rowing 00:05 04:45 to 04:40 1.6%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:17 to 04:17 0.0%
Sled Push 00:00 02:35 to 02:35 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 03:46 to 03:46 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 39:53 to 39:53 0.0%

Splits Time

Taylor Darren Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 04:43 00:00 04:29 +00:14 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:17 04:43 04:24 -00:07 04:29 +00:14
Running 2 04:39 09:00 04:51 -00:12 08:53 +00:07
Sled Push 02:35 13:39 02:51 -00:16 13:44 -00:05
Running 3 04:50 16:14 05:14 -00:24 16:35 -00:21
Sled Pull 03:46 21:04 04:45 -00:59 21:49 -00:45
Running 4 04:43 24:50 05:13 -00:30 26:34 -01:44
Burpees Broad Jump 05:16 29:33 05:02 +00:14 31:47 -02:14
Running 5 05:00 34:49 05:23 -00:23 36:49 -02:00
Rowing 04:45 39:49 04:45 +00:00 42:12 -02:23
Running 6 04:54 44:34 05:15 -00:21 46:57 -02:23
Farmers Carry 02:34 49:28 02:07 +00:27 52:12 -02:44
Running 7 04:50 52:02 05:14 -00:24 54:19 -02:17
Sandbag Lunges 08:06 56:52 04:53 +03:13 59:33 -02:41
Running 8 06:17 01:04:58 05:45 +00:32 01:04:26 +00:32
Wall Balls 06:11 01:11:15 06:15 -00:04 01:10:11 +01:04
Roxzone 05:38 01:22:57 06:31 -00:53 01:22:57
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance


Darren Taylor performed well in the Hyrox race, finishing in the top 31% of the 1410 athletes overall. He also achieved a top 33% rank in his age group (40-44). His overall time of 01:22:57 is respectable, and he managed to complete the race faster than the average total running time by 4 seconds. This indicates that he has a good overall fitness level and transitions well between the exercise zones.

Segments to Improve


1. Sandbag Lunges:
Darren's time in this segment was 3 minutes and 17 seconds slower than the average. To improve this, he should focus on building strength and endurance in his legs and core. Exercises such as squats, lunges, and deadlifts can help improve his leg strength. Additionally, incorporating sandbag lunges into his training routine will help him become more efficient and comfortable with this movement.

2. Burpees Broad Jump:
Darren's time in this segment was 32 seconds slower than the average. To improve his performance here, he should work on his explosiveness and upper body strength. Plyometric exercises like box jumps and explosive push-ups can help improve his power output. Incorporating burpees and broad jumps into his training routine will also help him become more efficient in this movement.

3. Best Lap:
While Darren had a good overall running time, his best lap was 24 seconds slower than the average. To improve his running performance, he should focus on increasing his speed and endurance. Interval training, such as high-intensity interval training (HIIT) or fartlek runs, can help improve his speed. Long-distance runs and tempo runs will improve his endurance. Incorporating hill sprints and track workouts into his training routine will also help him become a stronger runner.

4. Running 1:
Darren's time in this segment was 24 seconds slower than the average. To improve his performance in this segment, he should work on his running form and pacing. Incorporating drills such as high knees, butt kicks, and strides into his training routine will help improve his running efficiency. Additionally, practicing proper pacing during training runs will help him maintain a consistent speed throughout the race.

5. Running 8:
Darren's time in this segment was 24 seconds slower than the average. To improve his performance in this segment, he should focus on maintaining his energy levels and mental focus towards the end of the race. Incorporating long-distance runs and tempo runs into his training routine will help improve his endurance and mental toughness. Practicing visualization and positive self-talk during training runs will also help him stay motivated and focused during the race.

6. Farmers Carry:
Darren's time in this segment was 23 seconds slower than the average. To improve his performance in this segment, he should focus on improving his grip strength and overall upper body strength. Exercises such as farmer's carries, deadlifts, and pull-ups will help improve his grip strength. Incorporating these exercises into his training routine will help him become more efficient in the farmers carry.

Strategies


1. Pacing:
During the race, Darren should focus on maintaining a consistent pace throughout each segment. This will help him conserve energy and avoid burning out too quickly. He should start the race at a slightly conservative pace and gradually increase his speed as he progresses.

2. Transition Time:
To improve his overall race time, Darren should work on minimizing his transition time between the exercise zones. This can be achieved through practicing quick and efficient transitions during training sessions. He should aim to minimize rest periods and be prepared with the necessary equipment for each exercise.

3. Mental Preparation:
It is important for Darren to mentally prepare for the race. He should visualize himself performing well in each segment and practice positive self-talk to stay motivated and focused. Incorporating mindfulness techniques, such as deep breathing and visualization, before and during the race can help him maintain a positive mindset.

4. Strategy for Sandbag Lunges:
During the sandbag lunges segment, Darren should focus on maintaining a steady pace and not rushing through the exercise. He should break up the lunges into smaller sets if needed, ensuring proper form and minimizing fatigue.

Overall, Darren Taylor has shown a good level of fitness and performance in the Hyrox race. By focusing on improving specific segments and implementing effective race strategies, he can further enhance his performance and achieve even 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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