Season 23/24 2023 Birmingham (1902) HYROX (1703) Men (1171) Simpson Paul

Simpson Paul 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 40-44 #112019 01:31:16 132nd in AG | Top 52.6% 671st | Top 57.3%
-00:45
44:21
Run Total
-00:04
05:33
Avg. Lap
-01:24
03:23
Best Lap
+02:39
41:19
Workout Total
+00:19
05:09
Avg. Workout
-01:52
05:41
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 Simpson Paul'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 Simpson Paul'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 Simpson Paul'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 Simpson Paul'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 05:21. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

01:34 Potential Improvement 29.3% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Wall Balls 01:34 08:16 to 06:42 29.3%
Sled Push 01:32 04:30 to 02:58 28.7%
Burpees Broad Jump 01:08 06:43 to 05:35 21.2%
Sandbag Lunges 00:44 06:01 to 05:17 13.7%
Run Total 00:15 44:21 to 44:06 4.7%
Sled Pull 00:08 05:12 to 05:04 2.5%
Ski Erg 00:00 04:08 to 04:08 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 04:28 to 04:28 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 02:01 to 02:01 0.0%

Splits Time

Simpson Paul Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 03:23 00:00 04:48 -01:25 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:08 03:23 04:32 -00:24 04:48 -01:25
Running 2 05:26 07:31 05:13 +00:13 09:20 -01:49
Sled Push 04:30 12:57 03:05 +01:25 14:33 -01:36
Running 3 05:52 17:27 05:42 +00:10 17:38 -00:11
Sled Pull 05:12 23:19 05:17 -00:05 23:20 -00:01
Running 4 05:46 28:31 05:40 +00:06 28:37 -00:06
Burpees Broad Jump 06:43 34:17 05:53 +00:50 34:17 +00:00
Running 5 05:52 41:00 05:52 +00:00 40:10 +00:50
Rowing 04:28 46:52 04:56 -00:28 46:02 +00:50
Running 6 05:59 51:20 05:42 +00:17 50:58 +00:22
Farmers Carry 02:01 57:19 02:19 -00:18 56:40 +00:39
Running 7 05:30 59:20 05:41 -00:11 58:59 +00:21
Sandbag Lunges 06:01 01:04:50 05:31 +00:30 01:04:40 +00:10
Running 8 06:37 01:10:51 06:25 +00:12 01:10:11 +00:40
Wall Balls 08:16 01:17:28 07:07 +01:09 01:16:36 +00:52
Roxzone 05:41 01:31:16 07:33 -01:52 01:31:16
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance


Paul Simpson performed well in the HYROX race, finishing in the top 39% of all athletes and in the top 37% of his age group. His overall time of 01:31:16 is respectable, but there are areas where he can improve to enhance his performance in future races.

Based on his splits, Paul's pacing seems to be fairly consistent throughout the race, with some segments performed faster than average and others slower. His best running lap time of 00:03:23 shows that he has good speed and endurance. However, his total running time of 00:44:21 is 00:46 slower than the average, indicating the need for improvement in this area.

Segments to Improve


1. Burpees Broad Jump:
Paul's time of 00:06:43 for this segment is 01:13 slower than the average. To improve in this area, he should focus on enhancing his explosive power and agility. Incorporating exercises such as box jumps, plyometric push-ups, and agility ladder drills can help improve his performance in the Burpees Broad Jump.

2. Wall Balls:
Paul's time of 00:08:16 for this segment is 01:12 slower than the average. To enhance his performance in Wall Balls, he should work on his upper body strength and endurance. Exercises such as medicine ball throws, kettlebell thrusters, and shoulder presses can help improve his strength and power for this specific movement.

3. Sled Push:
Paul's time of 00:04:30 for the Sled Push is 01:03 slower than the average. To improve in this segment, he should focus on building lower body strength and explosive power. Incorporating exercises such as squats, deadlifts, and sled pushes with heavier loads can help improve his performance in this area.

4. Run Total:
Paul's total running time of 00:44:21 is 00:46 slower than the average. To improve his running performance, he should focus on building both endurance and speed. Incorporating interval training, tempo runs, and hill sprints into his training routine can help improve his overall running ability.

5. Sandbag Lunges:
Paul's time of 00:06:01 for this segment is 00:32 slower than the average. To improve in this area, he should focus on building lower body strength and stability. Exercises such as lunges, squats, and step-ups with a weighted sandbag can help improve his performance in Sandbag Lunges.

6. Running 6:
Paul's time of 00:05:59 for this segment is 00:19 slower than the average. To improve his running performance, he should focus on improving his endurance and pacing. Incorporating longer distance runs, fartlek training, and tempo runs into his training routine can help him improve his performance in this segment.

7. Running 2:
Paul's time of 00:05:26 for this segment is 00:17 slower than the average. To improve his running performance, he should focus on improving his speed and agility. Incorporating interval training, agility ladder drills, and hill sprints into his training routine can help him improve his performance in this segment.

Strategies


1. Pacing:
Paul should focus on maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race to avoid burning out too early. By pacing himself properly, he can ensure that he has enough energy to perform well in each segment.

2. Transitions:
Paul should work on improving his transition times between segments to minimize time lost in the roxzone. By practicing quick and efficient transitions during his training sessions, he can shave off valuable seconds in the race.

3. Strength Training:
Paul should incorporate regular strength training sessions into his training routine to improve his overall strength and power. This will help him perform better in strength-focused segments such as the Sled Push, Wall Balls, and Sandbag Lunges.

4. Running Training:
Paul should focus on improving his running endurance and speed through specific training sessions. Incorporating interval training, tempo runs, and hill sprints into his training routine will help him become a stronger and faster runner.

5. Specific Exercise Drills:
Paul should incorporate specific exercise drills that mimic the movements and demands of the race segments he struggled with. For example, practicing explosive box jumps for Burpees Broad Jump and weighted lunges for Sandbag Lunges can help improve his performance in these areas.

Overall, Paul Simpson has shown potential in the HYROX race, but there are areas for improvement. By focusing on specific training strategies, exercises, and form corrections, he can enhance his performance in future races. Additionally, implementing race strategies such as pacing, efficient transitions, and targeted strength and running training will contribute to improved overall performance.

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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