Payne Michael Performance Analysis

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2023 New York 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 New York (800) HYROX (613) Men (372) Payne Michael

USA USA Flag Men 45-49 #105016 01:25:20 5th in AG | Top 13.5% 90th | Top 24.2%

Performance Highlights

+04:53
47:22
Run Total
+00:37
05:55
Avg. Lap
+00:54
05:26
Best Lap
-01:26
34:38
Workout Total
-00:11
04:19
Avg. Workout
-03:26
03:24
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 Payne Michael'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 Payne Michael'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 Payne Michael'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 Payne Michael'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 07:28. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

05:53 Potential Improvement 78.8% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 05:53 47:22 to 41:29 78.8%
Sled Pull 00:51 05:27 to 04:36 11.4%
Sandbag Lunges 00:28 05:16 to 04:48 6.3%
Sled Push 00:08 02:49 to 02:41 1.8%
Farmers Carry 00:05 02:07 to 02:02 1.1%
Ski Erg 00:02 04:24 to 04:22 0.4%
Wall Balls 00:01 06:02 to 06:01 0.2%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 04:01 to 04:01 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 04:32 to 04:32 0.0%

Splits Time

Payne Michael Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 05:26 00:00 04:36 +00:50 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:24 05:26 04:26 -00:02 04:36 +00:50
Running 2 05:26 09:50 04:56 +00:30 09:02 +00:48
Sled Push 02:49 15:16 02:52 -00:03 13:58 +01:18
Running 3 05:46 18:05 05:22 +00:24 16:50 +01:15
Sled Pull 05:27 23:51 04:55 +00:32 22:12 +01:39
Running 4 05:57 29:18 05:20 +00:37 27:07 +02:11
Burpees Broad Jump 04:01 35:15 05:17 -01:16 32:27 +02:48
Running 5 05:59 39:16 05:31 +00:28 37:44 +01:32
Rowing 04:32 45:15 04:49 -00:17 43:15 +02:00
Running 6 06:00 49:47 05:22 +00:38 48:04 +01:43
Farmers Carry 02:07 55:47 02:11 -00:04 53:26 +02:21
Running 7 05:54 57:54 05:21 +00:33 55:37 +02:17
Sandbag Lunges 05:16 01:03:48 05:05 +00:11 01:00:58 +02:50
Running 8 06:58 01:09:04 05:58 +01:00 01:06:03 +03:01
Wall Balls 06:02 01:16:02 06:29 -00:27 01:12:01 +04:01
Roxzone 03:24 01:25:20 06:50 -03:26 01:25:20
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance


Michael Payne had a strong performance in the 2023 New York Hyrox race, finishing with an overall rank of 90 out of 613 athletes, placing him in the top 14%. He also performed well within his age group, securing a rank of 5 out of 63 athletes, putting him in the top 7%. However, there are areas of improvement that can be addressed to enhance his performance.

In terms of pacing, it is important to note that Michael's total running time was 00:47:22, which is 06:05 slower than the average time. This indicates that he may have been taking longer rest periods or transitions in the roxzone. To improve this segment, Michael should work on improving his overall fitness and reducing his transition time.

Segment to Improve:
1. Running 1:
Michael's time of 00:05:26 was 00:58 slower than the average time. To improve this segment, Michael can focus on increasing his speed and endurance through interval training. Incorporating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts and tempo runs into his training routine can help him improve his running speed and efficiency.

2. Running 8:
Michael's time of 00:06:58 was 00:53 slower than the average time. To improve this segment, Michael should focus on building his endurance and strength. Incorporating long-distance runs and hill training into his routine can help him improve his stamina and speed in this segment.

3. Running 6:
Michael's time of 00:06:00 was 00:38 slower than the average time. To improve this segment, Michael should focus on improving his running technique and efficiency. Incorporating drills such as strides and plyometric exercises can help improve his running form and power.

4. Running 4:
Michael's time of 00:05:57 was 00:34 slower than the average time. To improve this segment, Michael should focus on increasing his speed and endurance through interval training. Incorporating speed workouts such as fartlek runs and tempo runs can help him improve his running speed and efficiency.

5. Running 7:
Michael's time of 00:05:54 was 00:32 slower than the average time. To improve this segment, Michael should focus on building his endurance and strength. Incorporating long-distance runs and hill training into his routine can help him improve his stamina and speed in this segment.

6. Running 2:
Michael's time of 00:05:26 was 00:30 slower than the average time. To improve this segment, Michael should focus on improving his running technique and efficiency. Incorporating drills such as strides and plyometric exercises can help improve his running form and power.

7. Running 5:
Michael's time of 00:05:59 was 00:28 slower than the average time. To improve this segment, Michael should focus on increasing his speed and endurance through interval training. Incorporating speed workouts such as fartlek runs and tempo runs can help him improve his running speed and efficiency.

8. Running 3:
Michael's time of 00:05:46 was 00:21 slower than the average time. To improve this segment, Michael should focus on improving his running technique and efficiency. Incorporating drills such as strides and plyometric exercises can help improve his running form and power.

9. Sled Pull:
Michael's time of 00:05:27 was 00:15 slower than the average time. To improve this segment, Michael should work on improving his strength and technique in sled pulls. Incorporating exercises such as deadlifts, squats, and sled pulls into his training routine can help him develop the necessary strength and power for this segment.

10. Sandbag Lunges: Michael's time of 00:05:16 was 00:13 slower than the average time. To improve this segment, Michael should focus on improving his lower body strength and endurance. Incorporating exercises such as lunges, squats, and step-ups with a sandbag can help him develop the necessary strength and stability for this segment.

Strategies


During the race, Michael should focus on maintaining a consistent pace and avoiding going out too fast at the beginning. It is important to conserve energy for the later segments and avoid burnout. Additionally, practicing efficient transitions in the roxzone can help minimize time lost and improve overall performance. Finally, incorporating specific training sessions that mimic the race conditions, such as performing a combination of running and strength exercises in a circuit format, can help Michael better prepare for the demands of the Hyrox race.

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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