Simmonds Blake 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 45-49 #103022 01:24:26 34th in AG | Top 30.1% 477th | Top 40.7%
-09:09
33:04
Run Total
-01:08
04:08
Avg. Lap
-01:22
03:07
Best Lap
+11:47
47:21
Workout Total
+01:29
05:55
Avg. Workout
-02:36
04:05
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 Simmonds Blake'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 Simmonds Blake'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 Simmonds Blake'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 Simmonds Blake'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 13:33. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

04:00 Potential Improvement 29.5% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Sandbag Lunges 04:00 08:44 to 04:44 29.5%
Sled Push 02:32 05:11 to 02:39 18.7%
Wall Balls 02:23 08:18 to 05:55 17.6%
Burpees Broad Jump 02:13 07:06 to 04:53 16.4%
Sled Pull 01:24 05:57 to 04:33 10.3%
Farmers Carry 00:50 02:51 to 02:01 6.2%
Ski Erg 00:11 04:32 to 04:21 1.4%
Rowing 00:00 04:42 to 04:42 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 33:04 to 33:04 0.0%

Splits Time

Simmonds Blake Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 03:07 00:00 04:34 -01:27 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:32 03:07 04:25 +00:07 04:34 -01:27
Running 2 04:00 07:39 04:54 -00:54 08:59 -01:20
Sled Push 05:11 11:39 02:52 +02:19 13:53 -02:14
Running 3 04:15 16:50 05:21 -01:06 16:45 +00:05
Sled Pull 05:57 21:05 04:51 +01:06 22:06 -01:01
Running 4 04:08 27:02 05:19 -01:11 26:57 +00:05
Burpees Broad Jump 07:06 31:10 05:12 +01:54 32:16 -01:06
Running 5 04:16 38:16 05:29 -01:13 37:28 +00:48
Rowing 04:42 42:32 04:47 -00:05 42:57 -00:25
Running 6 04:13 47:14 05:20 -01:07 47:44 -00:30
Farmers Carry 02:51 51:27 02:08 +00:43 53:04 -01:37
Running 7 04:30 54:18 05:19 -00:49 55:12 -00:54
Sandbag Lunges 08:44 58:48 04:59 +03:45 01:00:31 -01:43
Running 8 04:38 01:07:32 05:55 -01:17 01:05:30 +02:02
Wall Balls 08:18 01:12:10 06:20 +01:58 01:11:25 +00:45
Roxzone 04:05 01:24:26 06:41 -02:36 01:24:26
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance


Blake Simmonds had a commendable performance in the 2023 Birmingham HYROX race. He achieved an overall rank of 477 out of 1703 athletes, placing him in the top 28%. In his age group (45-49), he secured a rank of 34 out of 171 athletes, which is in the top 19%. His overall time was 01:24:26, and his total running time of 00:33:04 was 07:45 faster than the average.

Based on the provided splits analysis, Blake displayed strengths in running segments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7, consistently performing faster than the average time. This indicates that he has a strong running profile. His best running lap was achieved in 00:03:07, which was 01:17 faster than the average time.

However, there were certain segments where Blake lost time compared to the average. The segments with the most time lost were Sandbag Lunges, Burpees Broad Jump, Sled Push, Wall Balls, Sled Pull, Farmers Carry, and Ski Erg. These segments require more focus and improvement to enhance overall performance.

Segments to Improve


1. Sandbag Lunges:
Blake took 03:48 longer than the average time for this segment. This could be due to a lack of strength or technique. To improve performance, he should focus on exercises that target the lower body and core strength, such as squats, lunges, and deadlifts. Additionally, practicing proper form during lunges, ensuring a stable and controlled movement, can lead to better results.

2. Burpees Broad Jump:
Blake spent 02:14 more than the average time on this segment. To enhance performance, he can incorporate high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts that include burpees and broad jumps. This will help improve his explosive power and endurance. Emphasizing proper jump technique, including explosive leg drive and landing softly, can also contribute to better results.

3. Sled Push:
Blake took 02:02 longer than the average time for this segment. To improve sled push performance, he should focus on increasing overall strength and power in his lower body and core. Exercises such as squats, deadlifts, and sled pushes themselves can be incorporated into his training routine. Additionally, working on maintaining a low and powerful body position while pushing the sled will help optimize performance.

4. Wall Balls:
Blake spent 01:55 more than the average time on this segment. To enhance wall ball performance, he should concentrate on building lower body and upper body strength. Exercises like squats, lunges, and shoulder presses can be beneficial. Practicing proper wall ball technique, including a fluid movement from the squat to the throw and catching the ball at the right height, can also contribute to improved results.

5. Sled Pull:
Blake took 00:47 longer than the average time for this segment. To improve sled pull performance, he should focus on strengthening his upper body, particularly the back and arms. Exercises such as rows, pull-ups, and lat pulldowns can be incorporated into his training routine. Additionally, maintaining a strong and stable body position while pulling the sled will help optimize performance.

6. Farmers Carry:
Blake spent 00:40 more than the average time on this segment. To enhance farmers carry performance, he should concentrate on improving grip strength and overall endurance. Exercises such as farmer's carries, deadlifts, and forearm exercises can be beneficial. Maintaining proper posture and grip during the carry will also contribute to improved results.

7. Ski Erg:
Blake took 00:11 longer than the average time for this segment. To improve performance on the Ski Erg, he should focus on cardiovascular endurance and overall fitness. Incorporating high-intensity interval training, rowing exercises, and cardio workouts can help improve his efficiency on the Ski Erg.

Strategies


1. Pacing:
Based on the splits analysis, Blake's pacing was generally good, with consistent performance in running segments. It is important for him to maintain this balanced pace throughout the race to optimize his overall performance.

2. Transition Time:
Blake performed well in the Roxzone, spending 02:22 less than the average time. To further improve transition time, he should work on improving his overall fitness and practicing efficient transitions during training sessions.

3. Strength Training:
Since Blake has a strong running profile, it is recommended that he incorporates more strength training exercises into his routine. This will help enhance his overall performance and balance his fitness.

4. Running Training:
While Blake performed well in the running segments, he can further improve his running performance by incorporating specific running drills, interval training, and increasing his mileage gradually. This will help him build endurance and improve his running speed.

Overall, Blake Simmonds had a commendable performance in the HYROX race, demonstrating strengths in running segments and achieving a high rank in his age group. By focusing on the identified areas of improvement and implementing the suggested training strategies and techniques, he can further enhance his performance in future 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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