Pugh Adam 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) Pugh Adam

GBR GBR Flag Men 40-44 #130052 01:32:14 139th in AG | Top 55.4% 699th | Top 59.7%

Performance Highlights

+02:04
47:35
Run Total
+00:16
05:57
Avg. Lap
-01:17
03:31
Best Lap
-01:24
37:44
Workout Total
-00:10
04:43
Avg. Workout
-00:37
06:59
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 Pugh Adam'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 Pugh Adam'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 Pugh Adam'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 Pugh Adam'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 05:28. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

03:18 Potential Improvement 60.4% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 03:18 47:35 to 44:17 60.4%
Wall Balls 01:11 07:56 to 06:45 21.6%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:41 06:18 to 05:37 12.5%
Sled Push 00:13 03:12 to 02:59 4.0%
Sandbag Lunges 00:05 05:24 to 05:19 1.5%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:05 to 04:05 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 04:10 to 04:10 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 04:40 to 04:40 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 01:59 to 01:59 0.0%

Splits Time

Pugh Adam Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 03:31 00:00 04:47 -01:16 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:05 03:31 04:33 -00:28 04:47 -01:16
Running 2 05:44 07:36 05:16 +00:28 09:20 -01:44
Sled Push 03:12 13:20 03:08 +00:04 14:36 -01:16
Running 3 06:03 16:32 05:45 +00:18 17:44 -01:12
Sled Pull 04:10 22:35 05:24 -01:14 23:29 -00:54
Running 4 06:38 26:45 05:44 +00:54 28:53 -02:08
Burpees Broad Jump 06:18 33:23 05:57 +00:21 34:37 -01:14
Running 5 06:29 39:41 05:56 +00:33 40:34 -00:53
Rowing 04:40 46:10 04:58 -00:18 46:30 -00:20
Running 6 06:13 50:50 05:47 +00:26 51:28 -00:38
Farmers Carry 01:59 57:03 02:22 -00:23 57:15 -00:12
Running 7 06:06 59:02 05:44 +00:22 59:37 -00:35
Sandbag Lunges 05:24 01:05:08 05:34 -00:10 01:05:21 -00:13
Running 8 06:56 01:10:32 06:31 +00:25 01:10:55 -00:23
Wall Balls 07:56 01:17:28 07:12 +00:44 01:17:26 +00:02
Roxzone 06:59 01:32:14 07:36 -00:37 01:32:14
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance


Adam Pugh performed well in the 2023 Birmingham Hyrox race, finishing in the top 41% of all athletes and the top 39% in his age group. His overall time of 01:32:14 is respectable, but there are areas where he can improve. His total running time of 00:47:35 is 03:31 slower than average, indicating that he could benefit from improving his running ability. However, his best running lap of 00:03:31 is 01:08 faster than average, suggesting that he has the potential to excel in this area.

Segments to Improve


1. Run Total:
Adam lost significant time in the overall running segment. To improve this, he should focus on enhancing his overall fitness and specifically work on his running endurance. Incorporating interval training and tempo runs into his training routine will help him build stamina and improve his running speed. Additionally, he can work on his running technique, including stride length and cadence, to optimize efficiency and reduce fatigue during the race.

2. Running 4:
Adam lost 00:54 more than the average time in this running segment. To address this, he should incorporate hill sprints and incline treadmill running into his training routine. These exercises will help him build strength and power in his lower body, which will improve his running performance on challenging terrains.

3. Wall Balls:
Adam lost 00:44 more than the average time in this exercise. To improve his performance, he should focus on building upper body strength and power. Incorporating exercises such as medicine ball throws, push-ups, and shoulder presses into his training routine will help him develop the necessary strength for wall balls. Additionally, he should work on his form and technique to ensure efficient movement during the exercise.

4. Burpees Broad Jump:
Adam lost 00:43 more than the average time in this exercise. To improve his performance, he should focus on explosive power and agility training. Incorporating exercises such as squat jumps, box jumps, and lateral jumps into his training routine will help him develop the necessary power and agility for burpees broad jump. Additionally, practicing the movement pattern of the exercise and improving his flexibility will lead to better performance.

Strategies


1. Pacing:
Adam should focus on maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race. It is important to avoid starting too fast and burning out early. By pacing himself, he can maintain energy levels and perform more consistently across all segments.

2. Transition Efficiency:
Adam should aim to minimize the time spent in the roxzone between exercise zones. This can be achieved through practicing quick transitions during training and improving overall fitness to reduce the need for extended rest periods.

3. Mental Preparation:
Adam should work on mental strategies to stay focused and motivated throughout the race. Visualizing success, setting small goals for each segment, and maintaining a positive mindset will help him push through fatigue and perform at his best.

4. Specific Training Days:
To address the identified areas of improvement, Adam should allocate specific training days to target each segment. For example, he can dedicate one day to running drills and interval training, another day to strength training exercises for wall balls and burpees broad jump, and so on. By focusing on specific areas, he can make targeted improvements and track progress more effectively.

Overall, Adam Pugh has performed well in the 2023 Birmingham Hyrox race. By implementing the suggested training strategies and techniques, he can improve his running performance, reduce time lost in specific segments, and enhance overall race results. It is important for Adam to maintain consistency in his training and stay committed to his goals in order to see significant improvements.

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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