Season 23/24 2023 Birmingham (1902) HYROX (1703) Men (1171) Benson David

Benson David Hyrox Result

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.

Performance Highlights

GBR GBR Flag Men 50-54 #114014 01:19:39 17th in AG | Top 18.9% 323rd | Top 27.6%
-02:13
37:51
Run Total
-00:16
04:44
Avg. Lap
-00:57
03:23
Best Lap
+03:43
37:16
Workout Total
+00:28
04:39
Avg. Workout
-01:26
04:36
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 Benson David'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 Benson David'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 Benson David'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 Benson David'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 05:49. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

01:45 Potential Improvement 30.1% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Wall Balls 01:45 07:10 to 05:25 30.1%
Sled Push 01:41 04:07 to 02:26 28.9%
Sled Pull 00:54 05:06 to 04:12 15.5%
Sandbag Lunges 00:45 05:07 to 04:22 12.9%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:31 04:56 to 04:25 8.9%
Rowing 00:13 04:48 to 04:35 3.7%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:12 to 04:12 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 01:50 to 01:50 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 37:51 to 37:51 0.0%

Splits Time

Benson David Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 03:23 00:00 04:21 -00:58 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:12 03:23 04:20 -00:08 04:21 -00:58
Running 2 04:40 07:35 04:41 -00:01 08:41 -01:06
Sled Push 04:07 12:15 02:42 +01:25 13:22 -01:07
Running 3 04:49 16:22 05:05 -00:16 16:04 +00:18
Sled Pull 05:06 21:11 04:31 +00:35 21:09 +00:02
Running 4 04:48 26:17 05:04 -00:16 25:40 +00:37
Burpees Broad Jump 04:56 31:05 04:47 +00:09 30:44 +00:21
Running 5 05:02 36:01 05:12 -00:10 35:31 +00:30
Rowing 04:48 41:03 04:40 +00:08 40:43 +00:20
Running 6 04:51 45:51 05:05 -00:14 45:23 +00:28
Farmers Carry 01:50 50:42 02:01 -00:11 50:28 +00:14
Running 7 04:57 52:32 05:03 -00:06 52:29 +00:03
Sandbag Lunges 05:07 57:29 04:39 +00:28 57:32 -00:03
Running 8 05:25 01:02:36 05:33 -00:08 01:02:11 +00:25
Wall Balls 07:10 01:08:01 05:53 +01:17 01:07:44 +00:17
Roxzone 04:36 01:19:39 06:02 -01:26 01:19:39
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance


David Benson had a strong performance in the 2023 Birmingham HYROX race. He finished with an overall rank of 323, which places him in the top 18% of the 1703 athletes. In his age group (50-54), he ranked 17th, placing him in the top 13% of the 126 athletes. His overall time was 01:19:39, and his total running time was 00:37:51, which is 49 seconds faster than the average.

David's best running lap was 00:03:23, which was 50 seconds faster than the average for that segment. This indicates that he excelled in his running abilities during the race.

Segments to Improve


Based on the splits analysis, there are several segments where David lost time compared to the average. These segments include Wall Balls, Sled Push, Sandbag Lunges, Burpees Broad Jump, Sled Pull, and Rowing. To improve his performance in these segments, David should focus on specific training strategies and techniques.

1. Wall Balls:
David's time in the Wall Balls segment was 00:07:10, which was 01:13 slower than the average. To improve this segment, he should work on his upper body and leg strength. Exercises such as squats, lunges, and shoulder presses can help improve his performance in Wall Balls. Additionally, practicing the proper form and technique for throwing the ball accurately and efficiently will be beneficial.

2. Sled Push:
David's time in the Sled Push segment was 00:04:07, which was 01:06 slower than the average. To improve his performance in this segment, he should focus on building lower body strength, especially in his quadriceps and glutes. Exercises such as squats, lunges, and deadlifts can help improve his pushing power. Additionally, practicing proper sled pushing technique, including maintaining a low center of gravity and using his legs to generate power, will be beneficial.

3. Sandbag Lunges:
David's time in the Sandbag Lunges segment was 00:05:07, which was 00:31 slower than the average. To improve this segment, he should focus on developing core and leg strength. Exercises such as lunges, step-ups, and plank variations can help improve his performance in Sandbag Lunges. Additionally, practicing proper form and technique, including maintaining an upright posture and a controlled lunge movement, will be beneficial.

4. Burpees Broad Jump:
David's time in the Burpees Broad Jump segment was 00:04:56, which was 00:30 slower than the average. To improve this segment, he should focus on improving his explosive power and cardiovascular endurance. Exercises such as burpees, box jumps, and high-intensity interval training can help improve his performance in Burpees Broad Jump. Additionally, practicing proper form and technique, including a quick and explosive jump after each burpee, will be beneficial.

5. Sled Pull:
David's time in the Sled Pull segment was 00:05:06, which was 00:18 slower than the average. To improve his performance in this segment, he should focus on developing upper body and back strength. Exercises such as rows, pull-ups, and lat pulldowns can help improve his pulling power. Additionally, practicing proper sled pulling technique, including maintaining a strong and stable posture, will be beneficial.

6. Rowing:
David's time in the Rowing segment was 00:04:48, which was 00:13 slower than the average. To improve his performance in this segment, he should focus on improving his cardiovascular endurance and rowing technique. Regular rowing training, both on the rowing machine and on the water (if available), can help improve his rowing efficiency. Additionally, focusing on maintaining a strong and consistent rowing stroke, including proper body positioning and a powerful leg drive, will be beneficial.

Strategies


To improve overall performance in future races, David should consider the following strategies:

1. Pacing:
It is important for David to maintain a consistent pace throughout the race. While he had some segments where he performed better than average, there were also segments where he lost time. By pacing himself appropriately and avoiding going too fast or too slow, he can optimize his overall performance.

2. Transition Time:
David should work on improving his transition time between segments in the roxzone. This can be achieved by improving his overall fitness and practicing smooth and efficient transitions during training. By minimizing the time spent in the roxzone, he can gain a competitive advantage and improve his overall race time.

3. Strength Training:
Based on the splits analysis, it is evident that David can benefit from focusing on specific strength training exercises. Incorporating exercises that target the muscles used in the weaker segments, such as Wall Balls, Sled Push, and Sandbag Lunges, will help improve his performance in these areas.

4. Interval Training:
To enhance his running performance, David should incorporate interval training into his training routine. This can involve alternating between high-intensity running intervals and active recovery periods. By doing so, he can improve his speed, endurance, and overall running performance.

5. Technique Practice:
Practicing proper form and technique for each segment is crucial for optimal performance. David should dedicate time to practice the specific movements and techniques required in each segment, focusing on accuracy, efficiency, and speed.

By implementing these strategies and incorporating specific training techniques and exercises, David can further enhance his performance in future HYROX races.

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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