Saunders Darren Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2023 Valencia 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.

Performance Highlights

IRL IRL Flag Men 40-44 #132035 01:28:26 37th in AG | Top 57.8% 229th | Top 59.3%
-01:46
42:09
Run Total
-00:13
05:16
Avg. Lap
-00:09
04:31
Best Lap
-00:03
37:22
Workout Total
+00:00
04:40
Avg. Workout
+01:54
09:01
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 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 Saunders 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 Saunders 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 Saunders 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 Saunders 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 02:07. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

01:01 Potential Improvement 48.0% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Sled Push 01:01 03:51 to 02:50 48.0%
Farmers Carry 00:34 02:41 to 02:07 26.8%
Ski Erg 00:16 04:42 to 04:26 12.6%
Wall Balls 00:15 06:37 to 06:22 11.8%
Rowing 00:01 04:49 to 04:48 0.8%
Sled Pull 00:00 04:47 to 04:47 0.0%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 04:54 to 04:54 0.0%
Sandbag Lunges 00:00 05:01 to 05:01 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 42:09 to 42:09 0.0%

Splits Time

Saunders Darren Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 04:31 00:00 04:43 -00:12 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:42 04:31 04:29 +00:13 04:43 -00:12
Running 2 04:54 09:13 05:05 -00:11 09:12 +00:01
Sled Push 03:51 14:07 02:59 +00:52 14:17 -00:10
Running 3 05:31 17:58 05:33 -00:02 17:16 +00:42
Sled Pull 04:47 23:29 05:06 -00:19 22:49 +00:40
Running 4 05:32 28:16 05:32 +00:00 27:55 +00:21
Burpees Broad Jump 04:54 33:48 05:36 -00:42 33:27 +00:21
Running 5 05:26 38:42 05:42 -00:16 39:03 -00:21
Rowing 04:49 44:08 04:52 -00:03 44:45 -00:37
Running 6 04:59 48:57 05:34 -00:35 49:37 -00:40
Farmers Carry 02:41 53:56 02:15 +00:26 55:11 -01:15
Running 7 05:12 56:37 05:33 -00:21 57:26 -00:49
Sandbag Lunges 05:01 01:01:49 05:21 -00:20 01:02:59 -01:10
Running 8 06:08 01:06:50 06:12 -00:04 01:08:20 -01:30
Wall Balls 06:37 01:12:58 06:47 -00:10 01:14:32 -01:34
Roxzone 09:01 01:28:26 07:07 +01:54 01:28:26
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance


Darren Saunders performed well in the 2023 Valencia Hyrox race, finishing with an overall rank of 229 out of 513 athletes, placing him in the top 44%. In his age group (40-44), he ranked 37th out of 79 athletes, placing him in the top 46%. His overall time was 01:28:26, with a total running time of 00:42:09, which was slightly slower than the average time.

Darren's best running lap was impressive, with a time of 00:04:31, which was 2 seconds faster than the average. This suggests that he has good running capabilities and potential for improvement in this area.

Segments to Improve


1. Roxzone:
Darren spent 00:09:01 in the Roxzone, which was 01:59 slower than the average time. This indicates that he may have rested more or took more time to transition between exercises. To improve this segment, Darren should focus on improving his overall fitness and reducing his transition time. Incorporating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) sessions into his training routine can help improve his cardiovascular endurance and overall fitness. Additionally, practicing quick and efficient transitions between exercises during training can help reduce the time spent in the Roxzone during the race.

2. Sled Push:
Darren's time for the Sled Push segment was 00:03:51, which was 00:35 slower than the average time. To improve his performance in this segment, Darren should focus on strength training exercises that target the muscles used during the sled push, such as leg and core exercises. Incorporating exercises like squats, lunges, deadlifts, and planks into his training routine can help improve his strength and power for the sled push.

3. Farmers Carry:
Darren's time for the Farmers Carry segment was 00:02:41, which was 00:23 slower than the average time. To improve his performance in this segment, Darren should focus on improving his grip strength and overall upper body strength. Exercises such as farmer's walks, dead hangs, and pull-ups can help improve grip strength. Additionally, incorporating exercises like shoulder presses, rows, and push-ups into his training routine can help improve his overall upper body strength for the Farmers Carry.

4. Ski Erg:
Darren's time for the Ski Erg segment was 00:04:42, which was 00:16 slower than the average time. To improve his performance in this segment, Darren should focus on improving his cardiovascular endurance and technique on the Ski Erg machine. Incorporating interval training on the Ski Erg, alternating between high-intensity sprints and recovery periods, can help improve his cardiovascular fitness. Additionally, practicing proper technique, such as maintaining a strong core and using efficient arm and leg movements, can help improve his efficiency on the Ski Erg.

Strategies


1. Pacing:
Based on Darren's overall performance, it appears that his pacing was well-balanced. He was able to maintain consistent and relatively faster times compared to the average in most segments. However, he should be cautious not to start too fast at the beginning of the race, as this can lead to early fatigue and slower times in later segments. It is important for him to maintain a steady pace throughout the race to optimize his performance.

2. Hybrid Approach:
Darren has shown strength in both running and strength-based segments, indicating a hybrid profile. He should continue to train and improve both aspects of his fitness. Incorporating a combination of running workouts, strength training exercises, and functional movements into his training routine can help him excel in all segments of the Hyrox race.

3. Transition Efficiency:
To improve his overall race time, Darren should focus on improving his transition efficiency between segments. Practicing quick and smooth transitions during training can help save valuable time during the race. Additionally, he should familiarize himself with the layout of the racecourse and strategically plan his transitions to minimize the distance traveled between segments.

In conclusion, Darren Saunders performed well in the 2023 Valencia Hyrox race, with notable strengths in running and a hybrid profile. To further enhance his performance, he should focus on improving his overall fitness, reducing transition time in the Roxzone, and targeting specific areas for improvement, such as the Sled Push, Farmers Carry, and Ski Erg segments. By incorporating specific training strategies, exercises, and techniques, Darren can enhance his performance in these areas and achieve even better results in future races.

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Bonani Raoul 2024 Stuttgart 01:28:41
Van Blokland Iwan 2022 Amsterdam 01:28:50
Keywood Steve 2023 London 01:28:28
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