Richardson Barry Performance Analysis

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Glasgow 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 2024 Glasgow (2853) HYROX (2585) Men (1770) Richardson Barry

GBR GBR Flag Men 40-44 #160006 01:23:56 120th in AG | Top 44.6% 761st | Top 43.0%

Performance Highlights

-01:12
40:44
Run Total
-00:08
05:06
Avg. Lap
-00:02
04:27
Best Lap
+02:16
37:40
Workout Total
+00:17
04:42
Avg. Workout
-01:01
05:37
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 Richardson Barry'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 Richardson Barry'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 Richardson Barry'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 Richardson Barry'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 05:03. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

02:59 Potential Improvement 59.1% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Wall Balls 02:59 08:52 to 05:53 59.1%
Farmers Carry 00:50 02:50 to 02:00 16.5%
Ski Erg 00:27 04:48 to 04:21 8.9%
Sled Push 00:21 02:59 to 02:38 6.9%
Sled Pull 00:15 04:46 to 04:31 5.0%
Rowing 00:11 04:53 to 04:42 3.6%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 04:00 to 04:00 0.0%
Sandbag Lunges 00:00 04:32 to 04:32 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 40:44 to 40:44 0.0%

Splits Time

Richardson Barry Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 04:36 00:00 04:33 +00:03 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:48 04:36 04:25 +00:23 04:33 +00:03
Running 2 04:27 09:24 04:53 -00:26 08:58 +00:26
Sled Push 02:59 13:51 02:52 +00:07 13:51 +00:00
Running 3 05:15 16:50 05:19 -00:04 16:43 +00:07
Sled Pull 04:46 22:05 04:50 -00:04 22:02 +00:03
Running 4 05:11 26:51 05:16 -00:05 26:52 -00:01
Burpees Broad Jump 04:00 32:02 05:08 -01:08 32:08 -00:06
Running 5 05:13 36:02 05:26 -00:13 37:16 -01:14
Rowing 04:53 41:15 04:46 +00:07 42:42 -01:27
Running 6 05:18 46:08 05:18 +00:00 47:28 -01:20
Farmers Carry 02:50 51:26 02:09 +00:41 52:46 -01:20
Running 7 05:08 54:16 05:17 -00:09 54:55 -00:39
Sandbag Lunges 04:32 59:24 04:58 -00:26 01:00:12 -00:48
Running 8 05:40 01:03:56 05:52 -00:12 01:05:10 -01:14
Wall Balls 08:52 01:09:36 06:16 +02:36 01:11:02 -01:26
Roxzone 05:37 01:23:56 06:38 -01:01 01:23:56
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer

Overall Performance:

Barry Richardson demonstrated a commendable performance in the 2024 Glasgow HYROX, finishing in the top 49% of all athletes and squarely in the middle of his age group. A standout feature of Barry's race was his total running time, which was 01:27 faster than average, indicating a strong runner profile. However, his performance in strength-focused segments, particularly the Wall Balls and Farmers Carry, was significantly below average. This suggests that while Barry's running ability is a clear strength, improvements in specific strength exercises could yield a more balanced, hybrid athlete profile. The pacing analysis reveals that Barry started slightly slower than average but made significant gains in later running segments, showcasing his endurance and ability to finish strong.

Segments to Improve:

  • Wall Balls: The most significant area for improvement is the Wall Balls segment, where Barry's time was 02:38 slower than average. Focus on incorporating more functional strength training, particularly exercises that enhance lower body power and shoulder endurance. Suggested exercises include thrusters, squat presses, and medicine ball squat throws. Also, practicing the actual wall ball exercise with emphasis on form—keeping the chest up and driving through the heels—will help improve efficiency and reduce time spent on this segment.
  • Farmer's Carry: Another area for potential gains is the Farmer's Carry, with Barry being 00:40 slower than average. Grip strength and core stability are crucial for this segment. Implement grip strengthening exercises such as dead hangs and farmer's walks with progressively heavier weights. Additionally, core strengthening exercises like planks and suitcase carries will improve overall stability and performance in this segment.
  • Ski Erg: Despite being a runner, improving on the Ski Erg can enhance Barry's overall fitness. Focus on building upper body endurance and power through exercises like pull-ups, bent-over rows, and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on the Ski Erg itself, concentrating on technique to maximize efficiency.

Race Strategies:

  • Effective Pacing: Given Barry's strong finish, adopting a more evenly distributed pace from the start could help conserve energy for strength segments while maintaining a strong running performance. Implementing interval training that mimics the race's run-exercise-run structure can help Barry adapt to shifting gears between running and strength tasks more efficiently.
  • Transition Optimization: With a Roxzone time faster than average, Barry shows good transition potential but can still improve. Practicing quick transitions in training by setting up mock stations can help minimize rest time and improve overall race time. Focusing on dynamic stretches and mobility work will also ensure that Barry remains agile and ready to tackle each segment with minimal delay.
  • Strength-Endurance Balance: To become more of a hybrid athlete, Barry should integrate combined strength and endurance workouts into his training. Circuit training that includes running intervals paired with strength exercises will help improve his ability to maintain performance in strength segments without compromising his running ability.

By focusing on these areas, Barry Richardson has the potential to significantly improve his overall HYROX performance, transforming weaknesses into strengths and becoming a more well-rounded athlete.

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