Michael Barnes Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2025 Auckland 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 132 similar athletes.

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Performance Highlights

— Michael Barnes Men 35-39 01:49:37 21st in AG | Top 91.3%
-04:51
44:48
Run Total
-00:34
05:36
Avg. Lap
-00:27
04:37
Best Lap
+02:27
53:24
Workout Total
+00:18
06:40
Avg. Workout
+02:02
11:15
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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

Run, Baby, Run!

We stack your running times against athletes with similar finish times to see how you measure up. This chart breaks it down, showing whether you were blazing fast, cruising steady, or losing pace.
It’s all about finding out if your running strategy matched your overall finish time!

Based on 132 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men

Station Showdown

We pit your station times against athletes with similar finish times to see how you stack up. This chart shows if you crushed it, coasted, or found that sweet spot for your overall finish time.

Based on 132 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men

Fast, slow, or steady?

Here’s the full breakdown of the race, station by station and run by run, stacked against the average of athletes with similar finish times.
In HYROX, pacing is the name of the game. The pacing line shows where you hit the gas, tapped the brakes, or nailed it perfectly—guiding the way to a more balanced and dominant race strategy.

Based on 132 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men

Expected Finish Time

With the RoxCoach Simulation machine, you can see how your predicted finish time evolves as you power through your race. This next-level tech recalculates your estimated finish time after every run and every station. Crushing the sled pull? Gaining ground on the row? Or holding strong in the Wall Balls? RoxCoach tracks it all, giving you the inside scoop on where you shined and where there’s room to level up.

Spread of Splits Time

This chart breaks down the splits for every athlete in the division, giving you a clear look at how times are distributed across the pack. Compare performance to the competition, spotting where they dominated and where there’s room to improve.
You’ll see how they stack up against the Top 10%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and beyond. Outliers are out—so the focus stays on the real competition.

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 his 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 performance we identified a possible improvement of 05:30. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

03:22 Potential Improvement 61.2% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Pro Men
Splits Potential Improvement Focus During Training
Sandbag Lunges 03:22 (From 10:13 to 06:51) 61.2%
BBJ 00:55 (From 07:07 to 06:12) 16.7%
Sled Pull 00:47 (From 10:08 to 09:21) 14.2%
Wall Balls 00:26 (From 10:08 to 09:42) 7.9%
Ski Erg 00:00 (From 04:12 to 04:12) 0.0%
Sled Push 00:00 (From 03:58 to 03:58) 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 (From 04:55 to 04:55) 0.0%
Farmers Carry 00:00 (From 02:43 to 02:43) 0.0%
Run Total 00:00 (From 44:48 to 44:48) 0.0%

Splits Time

Michael Barnes Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 04:37 00:00 05:00 -00:23 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:12 04:37 04:33 -00:21 05:00 -00:23
Running 2 05:03 08:49 05:32 -00:29 09:33 -00:44
Sled Push 03:58 13:52 05:00 -01:02 15:05 -01:13
Running 3 05:39 17:50 06:16 -00:37 20:05 -02:15
Sled Pull 10:08 23:29 09:32 +00:36 26:21 -02:52
Running 4 05:56 33:37 06:11 -00:15 35:53 -02:16
Burpees Broad Jump 07:07 39:33 06:29 +00:38 42:04 -02:31
Running 5 06:21 46:40 06:21 +00:00 48:33 -01:53
Rowing 04:55 53:01 05:11 -00:16 54:54 -01:53
Running 6 05:43 57:56 06:16 -00:33 01:00:05 -02:09
Farmers Carry 02:43 01:03:39 03:07 -00:24 01:06:21 -02:42
Running 7 05:34 01:06:22 06:22 -00:48 01:09:28 -03:06
Sandbag Lunges 10:13 01:11:56 07:19 +02:54 01:15:50 -03:54
Running 8 05:55 01:22:09 07:29 -01:34 01:23:09 -01:00
Wall Balls 10:08 01:28:04 09:46 +00:22 01:30:38 -02:34
Roxzone 11:15 01:49:37 09:13 +02:02 01:49:37
Based on 132 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men

A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer

Overall Performance:

Michael, first off, let’s give you a high-five for pushing through the 2025 Auckland HYROX event with an overall time of 01:49:37! You finished in the top 53% of your age group, ranking 21st out of 39 athletes. That’s not too shabby! Your total running time of 00:44:48 is 4:55 faster than average, showcasing your strength as a runner. You definitely have a runner's profile, so let’s leverage that! However, your pacing strategy needs some fine-tuning. Starting strong with a best running lap of 00:04:37 indicates you’ve got the juice to push hard, but it’s crucial to manage your energy across the entire race. Remember, it’s a marathon, not a sprint—unless you're talking about Hyrox, then it's both! 💪

Segments to Improve:

Now, let’s dive into the segments that need some TLC. We’ll focus on the following areas that are ripe for improvement:

  • Sandbag Lunges (10:13): A hefty 2:52 slower than average. This segment can be a real leg killer. Focus on your form—keep your chest up and engage your core. To improve:
    • Drill: Set up a series of lunge patterns with a lighter sandbag. Start with 3 sets of 10 alternating lunges each leg, focusing on speed and form.
    • Progression: Gradually increase the weight while maintaining speed. Also, incorporate lateral lunges to build overall leg strength.
  • Burpees Broad Jump (7:07): A 37-second slower pace. Burpees are a love-hate relationship, huh? To shake hands with this segment:
    • Drill: Break it down into components. Practice burpees in sets of 10, then focus on broad jumps. Aim for 3 sets of 5 broad jumps right after the burpees.
    • Technique: Ensure you land with your knees bent to absorb the impact, then explode into the broad jump. This will reduce fatigue as you transition.
  • Sled Pull (10:08): A 36-second slower pace signifies a need for strength endurance. Here’s how to tackle it:
    • Drill: Incorporate sled pulls into your regular workouts. Start with lighter weights and focus on consistent pacing—aim for 3 pulls of 20 meters at a controlled speed.
    • Strength Training: Add exercises like deadlifts and rows to build back and leg strength, which will help in this segment.
  • Wall Balls (10:08): Slower by 22 seconds, indicating a need for improved power and endurance. To get those balls flying:
    • Drill: Practice wall balls in intervals—20 seconds of work followed by 10 seconds of rest for 10 rounds. Focus on your squat depth and explosive power.
    • Strength Building: Incorporate thrusters into your workouts to build the strength required for wall balls. Aim for 3 sets of 8-10 reps.
Race Strategies:

To get the most out of your next race, here are some strategies that will help you maximize your performance:

  • Pacing Control: Start with a slightly slower pace than you did in Auckland. Aim for a more sustainable speed, especially in the early running segments.
  • Transition Efficiency: Work on your roxzone time, which currently sits at 11:15. Practice quick transitions in training. Set up your equipment in a way that you can grab and go—no fumbling allowed!
  • Breathing Techniques: During high-intensity segments, practice controlled breathing. This will keep your heart rate steady and allow for better recovery.
  • Visualization: Before race day, visualize each segment. Picture yourself crushing those sandbag lunges and flying through the wall balls.
Conclusion:

Michael, every athlete has the potential to level up, and you’ve already shown you have the running chops to be a fierce competitor! Remember what David Goggins says, “You are in your own head; you have to get out of your own head.” Embrace the grind, and don’t shy away from discomfort; it’s where growth happens! 💥

Keep working hard, stay consistent, and don’t forget to have fun while you’re at it. The next race is just around the corner, and I can’t wait to see you blow those weaknesses out of the water! Let’s turn those segments into strengths and show them what you’re made of! 🏆

Stay strong, and never forget, the only bad workout is the one that didn’t happen! Keep pushing your limits—The Rox-Coach is in your corner!

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