Balfour Ash 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 520 similar athletes.

Performance Highlights

GBR GBR Flag Men 35-39 #204012 01:25:32 22nd in AG | Top 56.4% 67th | Top 59.8%
-00:56
39:32
Run Total
-00:07
04:56
Avg. Lap
-01:01
03:13
Best Lap
+02:14
41:04
Workout Total
+00:17
05:08
Avg. Workout
-01:14
05:02
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 Pro 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 520 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro 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 520 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men

Pacing Quality

This section showcases the entire Balfour Ash'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 Balfour Ash'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 520 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro 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 Balfour Ash'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 Pro 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 Balfour Ash'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 06:03. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

06:03 Potential Improvement 100.0% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Pro Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Sled Pull 06:03 12:17 to 06:14 100.0%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:00 to 04:00 0.0%
Sled Push 00:00 03:33 to 03:33 0.0%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 03:43 to 03:43 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 04:30 to 04:30 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 02:16 to 02:16 0.0%
Sandbag Lunges 00:00 04:14 to 04:14 0.0%
Wall Balls 00:00 06:31 to 06:31 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 39:32 to 39:32 0.0%

Splits Time

Balfour Ash Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 03:13 00:00 04:20 -01:07 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:00 03:13 04:15 -00:15 04:20 -01:07
Running 2 04:32 07:13 04:38 -00:06 08:35 -01:22
Sled Push 03:33 11:45 03:51 -00:18 13:13 -01:28
Running 3 04:58 15:18 05:08 -00:10 17:04 -01:46
Sled Pull 12:17 20:16 06:41 +05:36 22:12 -01:56
Running 4 05:47 32:33 05:07 +00:40 28:53 +03:40
Burpees Broad Jump 03:43 38:20 04:36 -00:53 34:00 +04:20
Running 5 05:12 42:03 05:13 -00:01 38:36 +03:27
Rowing 04:30 47:15 04:37 -00:07 43:49 +03:26
Running 6 05:06 51:45 05:05 +00:01 48:26 +03:19
Farmers Carry 02:16 56:51 02:23 -00:07 53:31 +03:20
Running 7 05:07 59:07 05:11 -00:04 55:54 +03:13
Sandbag Lunges 04:14 01:04:14 05:19 -01:05 01:01:05 +03:09
Running 8 05:40 01:08:28 05:44 -00:04 01:06:24 +02:04
Wall Balls 06:31 01:14:08 07:08 -00:37 01:12:08 +02:00
Roxzone 05:02 01:25:32 06:16 -01:14 01:25:32
Based on 520 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men

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Overall Performance

Ash Balfour had a strong performance in the HYROX race, finishing with an overall rank of 67 out of 199 athletes, putting him in the top 33% of the field. In his age group (35-39), he placed 22nd out of 56 athletes, which is in the top 39%. These results indicate a solid performance and competitiveness within his age group.

His overall time of 01:25:32 is respectable, and his total running time of 00:39:32 is particularly impressive, being 01:51 faster than the average. This suggests that Ash has a strong running profile and excels in this aspect of the race. His best running lap time of 00:03:13 is also significantly faster than average, highlighting his running prowess.

Segments to Improve



1. Sled Pull:
Ash's time of 00:12:17 is 07:03 slower than the average. This segment appears to be a weakness for him and an area where he loses significant time. To improve his performance in the sled pull, Ash should focus on building strength in his upper body and grip strength. Exercises such as deadlifts, bent over rows, and farmer's carries can help improve his overall strength and pulling power. Additionally, practicing proper technique and form during the sled pull will be crucial for efficiency and speed.

2. Running 4:
Ash's time of 00:05:47 in this running segment is 00:25 slower than average. While Ash generally performs well in the running segments, this particular one seems to be a slight weakness for him. To improve his performance in running 4, Ash should focus on building endurance and stamina. Incorporating interval training, hill sprints, and tempo runs into his training routine will help him improve his speed and endurance for this segment.

3. Sled Push:
Ash's time of 00:03:33 is 00:20 slower than average in this segment. While it is not a significant time loss, there is still room for improvement. To enhance his performance in the sled push, Ash should work on building lower body strength and explosiveness. Exercises like squats, lunges, and box jumps will target the muscles needed for the sled push. Additionally, focusing on proper technique and maintaining a steady pace during the push will help improve efficiency.

Strategies



1. Pacing:
Based on Ash's overall performance, it seems that he maintains a good pacing throughout the race. However, it is important for him to pay attention to his pacing during segments where he tends to lose time, such as the sled pull. Ensuring a consistent and controlled pace during these segments will help minimize time losses and maintain overall performance.

2. Transition Efficiency:
Ash's roxzone time of 00:05:02 is 01:34 faster than average, indicating good transition efficiency. To further improve his race performance, Ash should continue to focus on optimizing his transition times. Practicing quick and smooth transitions between exercises, as well as improving overall fitness, will contribute to faster roxzone times.

3. Hybrid Training:
While Ash excels in the running segments, it is important for him to maintain a well-rounded fitness profile. Incorporating strength training exercises into his routine will help improve overall performance and prevent any weaknesses from hindering his race results. Balancing running workouts with strength training sessions will ensure a more comprehensive fitness profile and enhanced performance in all aspects of the race.

Overall, Ash Balfour had a strong performance in the HYROX race, showcasing his running abilities and competitiveness within his age group. By focusing on improving his performance in the sled pull, running 4, and sled push segments, as well as implementing effective race strategies, Ash can further enhance his performance and continue to excel in future races.

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