Grimstone Ross
Hyrox Result
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Sports Direct HYROX London 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.
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 Grimstone Ross'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 Grimstone Ross'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 Grimstone Ross'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 Grimstone Ross'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
06:59.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
05:13
Potential Improvement
74.7%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Ross Grimstone's performance in the 2024 Sports Direct HYROX London places him impressively within the top 20% of his age group and the top 16% overall among 2737 athletes. This achievement highlights Ross's commendable fitness level and competitive spirit. Analyzing his total running time, which is 03:12 slower than average, Ross appears to have a more strength-oriented profile rather than a runner's profile. Despite his slower running times, his exceptional performance in strength-focused exercises like the Ski Erg, Sled Push, Sled Pull, Rowing, and Wall Balls showcases a significant advantage in this domain. However, his pacing seemed to start slower in the initial running segments, which suggests room for improvement in race strategy and endurance training.
Segments to Improve:
- Total Running Time: To enhance his running performance, Ross should incorporate interval training to improve his aerobic capacity and speed endurance. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) on the track involving 400m repeats at a target pace with equal rest periods could be beneficial. Additionally, incorporating tempo runs once a week will help improve lactate threshold, allowing him to maintain a faster pace for longer periods.
- Burpees Broad Jump: This segment was significantly slower than average, indicating a potential lack of explosive power and efficiency in movement. Plyometric exercises such as box jumps, squat jumps, and lunge jumps can improve power. Practicing burpees with an emphasis on minimizing ground contact time and maximizing jump distance will also enhance performance. Form correction to ensure a more fluid motion between the burpee and the broad jump can reduce fatigue and improve speed.
- Farmer's Carry: The slower time in this segment might be due to grip strength or overall endurance with weighted carries. Grip strength can be improved through specific exercises like dead hangs, farmer's walks with progressively heavier weights, and wrist curls. Incorporating longer carry exercises into workouts, similar to the length of the race segment, will help build endurance specific to this challenge.
Race Strategies:
- Improved Pacing: Ross should focus on a more consistent pacing strategy throughout the race. Starting slightly faster in the initial running segments could prevent him from having to play catch-up later in the race. Utilizing a pace watch or having a predetermined split time goal for each running segment can help manage his pace effectively.
- Transition Efficiency: Given that Ross's Roxzone time was faster than average, further minimizing transition times between exercises can still offer a competitive edge. Practicing swift transitions in training, including setting up and moving between exercises efficiently, can shave off valuable seconds.
- Strength and Running Balance: While maintaining his strength advantage, Ross should aim to become more of a hybrid athlete by boosting his running performance. Balancing strength training with focused running workouts will ensure improvement without compromising his strength. Including at least two dedicated running sessions a week alongside strength training can provide a well-rounded approach.
In summary, Ross Grimstone's performance in the HYROX race demonstrates his formidable strength capabilities, with clear opportunities for improvement in running and specific functional exercises. Tailoring his training to address these areas while refining his race strategies could significantly enhance his future performances.
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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