Ballard Grant
Hyrox Result
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Manchester 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 Ballard Grant'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 Ballard Grant'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 Ballard Grant'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 Ballard Grant'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
05:53.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
03:25
Potential Improvement
58.1%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Grant Ballard, competing in HYROX's 30-34 age group, demonstrated a commendable overall performance in the 2024 Manchester event. With an overall rank of 567, Grant falls within the top 47% of athletes. Within his age group, he ranks 152, placing him in the top 53% of his peers.
Grant's total running time was faster than the average, indicating a stronger profile in running. His best running lap was completed in 00:04:48, which is outstanding. Furthermore, his performance in the roxzone was faster than the average, suggesting that his transition time and overall fitness are in good shape. However, his pacing could use some improvement. He started off faster than the average in the first running segment but slowed down in subsequent segments.
Segments to Improve:
- Wall Balls: This is the segment with the most potential for improvement, as it is significantly slower than the average. To enhance his performance, Grant can incorporate wall ball-specific workouts into his training regimen, such as wall ball squats, wall ball cleans, and wall ball shots. These exercises will help him build strength and stamina.
- Sandbag Lunges: This segment was also slower than average. To improve, Grant should focus on increasing his strength and endurance. Exercises like weighted lunges, sandbag carries, and sandbag squats can be beneficial. He should also work on his form to ensure efficiency during execution.
- Farmers Carry: This segment was slower than the average, indicating a need to boost his grip strength and overall endurance. Incorporating exercises like hex bar deadlifts, kettlebell swings, and regular farmers walks can help better his performance in this area.
- Running: Despite having a running profile, there's a need for improvement in running segments. Introducing interval running, hill sprints, and long-distance running into his training can help increase his speed and endurance. Also, focusing on running form and breathing techniques can boost his overall running efficiency.
Race Strategies:
For better race performance, Grant should consider implementing the following strategies:
- Pacing Strategy: Starting the race at a manageable pace and gradually increasing his speed can help conserve energy for later stages. This can prevent burnout and lead to a stronger finish.
- Transition Improvement: Despite his above-average performance in the roxzone, further improvement in transition times can shave off precious seconds from the overall time. Practicing quick transitions between exercises during training can help achieve this.
- Strength Training: As indicated by the segments he needs to improve, incorporating more strength training into his routine can help balance his performance. This can make him a more rounded athlete, performing well in both strength and running segments.
In conclusion, Grant Ballard is a skilled athlete with a strong running profile. By focusing on the suggested improvements and strategies, he can elevate his performance in future HYROX events.
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