Sykes Simon Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2023 London 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

GBR GBR Flag Men 45-49 #153029 01:28:54 61st in AG | Top 51.3% 715th | Top 56.0%
+06:18
50:24
Run Total
+00:48
06:18
Avg. Lap
+01:05
05:46
Best Lap
-05:07
32:30
Workout Total
-00:39
04:03
Avg. Workout
-01:08
06:06
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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 Sykes Simon'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 Sykes Simon'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 Sykes Simon'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 Sykes Simon'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 08:20. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

07:23 Potential Improvement 88.6% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Run Total 07:23 50:24 to 43:01 88.6%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:51 06:10 to 05:19 10.2%
Sandbag Lunges 00:06 05:11 to 05:05 1.2%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:19 to 04:19 0.0%
Sled Push 00:00 01:56 to 01:56 0.0%
Sled Pull 00:00 03:00 to 03:00 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 04:46 to 04:46 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 02:05 to 02:05 0.0%
Wall Balls 00:00 05:03 to 05:03 0.0%

Splits Time

Sykes Simon Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 05:46 00:00 04:45 +01:01 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:19 05:46 04:29 -00:10 04:45 +01:01
Running 2 06:02 10:05 05:06 +00:56 09:14 +00:51
Sled Push 01:56 16:07 03:00 -01:04 14:20 +01:47
Running 3 06:16 18:03 05:33 +00:43 17:20 +00:43
Sled Pull 03:00 24:19 05:08 -02:08 22:53 +01:26
Running 4 06:17 27:19 05:33 +00:44 28:01 -00:42
Burpees Broad Jump 06:10 33:36 05:38 +00:32 33:34 +00:02
Running 5 06:32 39:46 05:44 +00:48 39:12 +00:34
Rowing 04:46 46:18 04:53 -00:07 44:56 +01:22
Running 6 06:27 51:04 05:35 +00:52 49:49 +01:15
Farmers Carry 02:05 57:31 02:16 -00:11 55:24 +02:07
Running 7 06:22 59:36 05:33 +00:49 57:40 +01:56
Sandbag Lunges 05:11 01:05:58 05:23 -00:12 01:03:13 +02:45
Running 8 06:46 01:11:09 06:14 +00:32 01:08:36 +02:33
Wall Balls 05:03 01:17:55 06:50 -01:47 01:14:50 +03:05
Roxzone 06:06 01:28:54 07:14 -01:08 01:28:54
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance


Simon Sykes had a solid performance in the HYROX race in London, finishing in the top 37% of all athletes and in the top 34% of his age group. His overall time of 01:28:54 is commendable, but there are areas where he can make improvements to enhance his performance.

Based on the splits analysis, Simon struggled in several running segments, including Running 1, Running 2, Running 3, Running 4, Running 5, Running 6, Running 7, and Running 8. These segments accounted for the most time lost during the race.

Segments to Improve


To improve Simon's performance in the running segments, it is recommended that he focuses on improving his overall fitness and running abilities. Specifically, he should work on increasing his speed and endurance.

1. Running Technique:
Simon should consider working with a running coach to assess and correct his running technique. Proper form and efficient running mechanics can help improve speed and reduce the risk of injury. Incorporating drills such as high knees, butt kicks, and strides can also enhance running efficiency.

2. Interval Training:
Simon can benefit from incorporating interval training into his training routine. This involves alternating between high-intensity running and periods of active recovery. For example, he can perform intervals of 400-meter sprints followed by a slow jog or walk for recovery. This type of training will help improve his speed and cardiovascular endurance.

3. Hill Training:
Incorporating hill training into Simon's workouts can help improve his leg strength and endurance, which are crucial for running. This can include running uphill sprints, hill repeats, or incorporating hill intervals into his runs.

4. Tempo Runs:
Tempo runs involve running at a comfortably hard pace for an extended period. Simon can include tempo runs in his training to improve his lactate threshold and overall running speed. These runs can be anywhere from 20-40 minutes at a pace that is challenging but sustainable.

5. Strength Training:
While Simon's strength performance was relatively stronger than his running, he can still benefit from incorporating strength training exercises that target the muscles used in running, such as the glutes, quads, and calves. Exercises such as squats, lunges, deadlifts, and calf raises can help improve his running performance.

Strategies


During the race, Simon should focus on pacing himself appropriately to avoid burning out early. It appears that he may have started too fast, as indicated by the slower times in the later running segments. He should aim for a more consistent pace throughout the race to prevent fatigue and maintain energy levels.

Additionally, Simon should pay attention to his transitions in the roxzone. Improving his transition time will minimize the time spent resting or preparing for the next exercise, ultimately improving his overall race time. Incorporating specific drills and exercises that simulate transitions between exercises can help improve his efficiency in this area.

Overall, Simon Sykes had a commendable performance in the HYROX race in London. By focusing on improving his running performance through technique, interval training, hill training, tempo runs, and targeted strength training, he can enhance his overall performance in future races. Additionally, paying attention to pacing and improving transitions in the roxzone will also contribute to better race results.

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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