Saunders Gary Performance Analysis

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2023 Melbourne 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 731 similar athletes.

Season 23/24 2023 Melbourne (865) HYROX (767) Men (537) Saunders Gary

AUS AUS Flag Men 40-44 #141031 01:51:14 90th in AG | Top 92.8% 476th | Top 88.6%

Performance Highlights

+08:11
01:02:25
Run Total
+01:04
07:48
Avg. Lap
+00:11
05:43
Best Lap
-06:48
40:11
Workout Total
-00:51
05:01
Avg. Workout
-01:35
08:41
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 731 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 731 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Pacing Quality

This section showcases the entire Saunders Gary'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 Gary'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 731 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 Gary'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 Gary'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 11:11. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

10:22 Potential Improvement 92.7% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 10:22 01:02:25 to 52:03 92.7%
Sandbag Lunges 00:49 07:41 to 06:52 7.3%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:21 to 04:21 0.0%
Sled Push 00:00 02:26 to 02:26 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 05:24 to 05:24 0.0%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 07:15 to 07:15 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 04:53 to 04:53 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 02:22 to 02:22 0.0%
Wall Balls 00:00 05:49 to 05:49 0.0%

Splits Time

Saunders Gary Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 05:43 00:00 05:25 +00:18 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:21 05:43 04:48 -00:27 05:25 +00:18
Running 2 05:53 10:04 06:02 -00:09 10:13 -00:09
Sled Push 02:26 15:57 03:41 -01:15 16:15 -00:18
Running 3 06:28 18:23 06:44 -00:16 19:56 -01:33
Sled Pull 05:24 24:51 06:33 -01:09 26:40 -01:49
Running 4 06:40 30:15 06:43 -00:03 33:13 -02:58
Burpees Broad Jump 07:15 36:55 07:38 -00:23 39:56 -03:01
Running 5 07:40 44:10 07:03 +00:37 47:34 -03:24
Rowing 04:53 51:50 05:22 -00:29 54:37 -02:47
Running 6 07:31 56:43 06:51 +00:40 59:59 -03:16
Farmers Carry 02:22 01:04:14 02:44 -00:22 01:06:50 -02:36
Running 7 07:29 01:06:36 06:49 +00:40 01:09:34 -02:58
Sandbag Lunges 07:41 01:14:05 07:00 +00:41 01:16:23 -02:18
Running 8 15:06 01:21:46 08:22 +06:44 01:23:23 -01:37
Wall Balls 05:49 01:36:52 09:13 -03:24 01:31:45 +05:07
Roxzone 08:41 01:51:14 10:16 -01:35 01:51:14
Based on 731 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance


Gary Saunders had a respectable performance in the HYROX race in Melbourne. He finished with an overall rank of 476 out of 767 athletes, placing him in the top 62% of participants. In his age group (40-44), he ranked 90th out of 127 athletes, placing him in the top 70%. His overall time was 01:51:14.

In terms of his splits analysis, there were a few areas where Gary performed particularly well. He had faster times than the average in the Ski Erg, Sled Push, Sled Pull, Rowing, and Farmers Carry segments. This suggests that he excels in strength-based exercises and has good power and endurance.

However, there were also segments where Gary could improve. He experienced slower times than the average in Running 1, Running 5, Running 6, Running 7, Sandbag Lunges, and Running 8. This indicates that he may need to focus on his running performance and overall fitness.

Segments to Improve


1. Running 1:
Gary's time in this segment was 00:05:43, which is 00:32 slower than the average. To improve his running performance, Gary should incorporate interval training into his routine. This could involve alternating between high-intensity sprints and recovery jogs. Additionally, he should work on his running technique, focusing on maintaining proper form and stride length.

2. Running 5:
Gary's time in this segment was 00:07:40, which is 00:34 slower than the average. To enhance his running endurance, Gary should incorporate longer distance runs into his training. This will help improve his cardiovascular fitness and stamina. He can gradually increase the distance and pace over time to push his limits.

3. Running 6:
Gary's time in this segment was 00:07:31, which is 00:40 slower than the average. To improve running performance, Gary should focus on hill training. Running uphill challenges the muscles differently and can help build strength and endurance. He can find hilly routes or use a treadmill set to an incline for this type of training.

4. Running 7:
Gary's time in this segment was 00:07:29, which is 00:39 slower than the average. To improve his running speed, Gary should incorporate interval training focused on shorter, high-intensity bursts. This can involve sprinting for a set distance or time, followed by a recovery period. This will help him build speed and improve his overall running performance.

5. Sandbag Lunges:
Gary's time in this segment was 00:07:41, which is 00:47 slower than the average. To improve his performance in sandbag lunges, Gary should incorporate exercises that target his leg and core strength. Squats, lunges, and deadlifts can help build the necessary muscle endurance and stability required for this exercise. Additionally, he should focus on maintaining proper form and balance throughout the movement.

6. Running 8:
Gary's time in this segment was 00:15:06, which is 06:34 slower than the average. To improve his overall running endurance, Gary should incorporate long-distance runs into his training routine. Gradually increasing the distance and pace will help him build the necessary stamina for this segment.

Strategies


During the race, Gary should focus on pacing himself. It's important not to go out too fast in the beginning and burn out before the end. He should aim to maintain a steady pace throughout the race, conserving energy for the later segments.

Gary should also consider implementing a strategy of breaking down each segment into smaller goals. By focusing on reaching checkpoints within each segment, he can maintain motivation and track his progress throughout the race.

Additionally, Gary should practice transitions between segments to minimize the time spent in the roxzone. Improving overall fitness and working on transition speed will help him gain an advantage in the race.

In conclusion, Gary Saunders had a solid performance in the HYROX race in Melbourne. While he excelled in strength-based exercises, there is room for improvement in his running performance. By incorporating specific training strategies and techniques, such as interval training, hill training, and long-distance runs, Gary can enhance his performance in the identified areas. Additionally, focusing on proper form and technique in exercises like sandbag lunges will further contribute to his overall improvement.

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