Irons Chris Performance Analysis

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2023 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.

Season 23/24 2023 Birmingham (1902) HYROX (1703) Men (1171) Irons Chris

GBR GBR Flag Men 35-39 #132006 01:34:39 165th in AG | Top 68.8% 764th | Top 65.2%

Performance Highlights

-02:29
44:13
Run Total
-00:18
05:31
Avg. Lap
-00:57
03:58
Best Lap
+02:33
42:34
Workout Total
+00:19
05:19
Avg. Workout
-00:03
07:56
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 Irons Chris'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 Irons Chris'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 Irons Chris'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 Irons Chris'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 04:20. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

01:41 Potential Improvement 38.8% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Sled Push 01:41 04:48 to 03:07 38.8%
Sled Pull 01:36 06:55 to 05:19 36.9%
Sandbag Lunges 00:51 06:24 to 05:33 19.6%
Farmers Carry 00:10 02:29 to 02:19 3.8%
Ski Erg 00:02 04:36 to 04:34 0.8%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 05:51 to 05:51 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 04:46 to 04:46 0.0%
Wall Balls 00:00 06:45 to 06:45 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 44:13 to 44:13 0.0%

Splits Time

Irons Chris Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 03:58 00:00 04:56 -00:58 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:36 03:58 04:34 +00:02 04:56 -00:58
Running 2 05:18 08:34 05:23 -00:05 09:30 -00:56
Sled Push 04:48 13:52 03:11 +01:37 14:53 -01:01
Running 3 05:51 18:40 05:53 -00:02 18:04 +00:36
Sled Pull 06:55 24:31 05:31 +01:24 23:57 +00:34
Running 4 05:34 31:26 05:52 -00:18 29:28 +01:58
Burpees Broad Jump 05:51 37:00 06:09 -00:18 35:20 +01:40
Running 5 05:52 42:51 06:04 -00:12 41:29 +01:22
Rowing 04:46 48:43 05:01 -00:15 47:33 +01:10
Running 6 05:38 53:29 05:54 -00:16 52:34 +00:55
Farmers Carry 02:29 59:07 02:24 +00:05 58:28 +00:39
Running 7 05:32 01:01:36 05:53 -00:21 01:00:52 +00:44
Sandbag Lunges 06:24 01:07:08 05:46 +00:38 01:06:45 +00:23
Running 8 06:32 01:13:32 06:44 -00:12 01:12:31 +01:01
Wall Balls 06:45 01:20:04 07:25 -00:40 01:19:15 +00:49
Roxzone 07:56 01:34:39 07:59 -00:03 01:34:39
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance


Chris Irons had a solid performance in the 2023 Birmingham Hyrox race. He finished with an overall rank of 764 out of 1703 athletes, placing him in the top 44%. In his age group (35-39), he ranked 165 out of 356 athletes, which puts him in the top 46%. His overall time was 01:34:39, and his total running time was 00:44:13, which was 11 seconds faster than the average.

Chris showed strength in his running performance, with his total running time being faster than the average. However, he struggled in certain segments, such as the Sled Push, Sled Pull, and Sandbag Lunges, where he lost significant time compared to the average. His pacing throughout the race was generally consistent, but he should focus on improving his performance in these specific segments.

Segments to Improve


1. Sled Push:
Chris took 01:19 longer than the average time in this segment. To improve, he should focus on increasing his overall fitness and improving his transition time. Specific exercises to enhance his performance in the Sled Push include:
- Strength training exercises like squats, deadlifts, and lunges to improve leg and core strength.
- Sled push training with progressively heavier loads to build strength and power.
- Plyometric exercises like box jumps and explosive push-ups to improve power and speed.

2. Sled Pull:
Chris took 01:01 longer than the average time in this segment. To improve, he should work on his overall fitness and specifically focus on his pulling strength. Exercises and techniques to enhance his performance in the Sled Pull include:
- Pull-ups and rows to improve pulling strength and endurance.
- Grip strength exercises like farmer's carries and dead hangs to improve grip endurance.
- Practice sled pulling with varying loads to simulate race conditions and improve technique.

3. Sandbag Lunges:
Chris took 00:39 longer than the average time in this segment. To improve, he should focus on improving his overall fitness and endurance, as well as his lunging technique. Exercises and drills to enhance his performance in Sandbag Lunges include:
- Lunges with dumbbells or kettlebells to build leg and core strength.
- Adding high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts with lunges to improve endurance.
- Practicing proper form and technique for lunges, focusing on maintaining an upright posture and driving through the heels.

Strategies


To improve overall performance in future races, Chris should consider the following strategies:
- Pacing: Chris should strive to maintain a consistent pace throughout the race, avoiding starting too fast and burning out. He should aim for a pace that allows him to maintain a strong effort without compromising his performance in specific segments.
- Transition Time: Chris should work on improving his transition time between segments, especially in the roxzone. By minimizing rest time and optimizing transitions, he can gain valuable seconds that can make a difference in his overall race time.
- Skill Development: Chris should focus on developing the specific skills required for each segment, such as sled pushing, sled pulling, and sandbag lunges. Practicing these movements with proper form and technique will allow him to perform more efficiently and effectively during the race.

Overall, Chris Irons had a solid performance in the 2023 Birmingham Hyrox race. With a focus on improving his performance in the Sled Push, Sled Pull, and Sandbag Lunges segments, along with optimizing his pacing and transition time, he has the potential to achieve even better results in future races. By incorporating the suggested training strategies and techniques, Chris can enhance his overall fitness and performance in these specific areas.

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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