Ballesteros Steven
Hyrox Result
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Washington - North American Championships 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 Ballesteros Steven'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 Ballesteros Steven'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 Ballesteros Steven'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 Ballesteros Steven'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
10:51.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
02:54
Potential Improvement
26.7%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Steven Ballesteros exhibited a commendable performance in the 2024 Washington - North American Championships, securing a position in the top 63% of athletes overall and top 66% in his age group. A profound strength in his performance was remarkably evident in the total running time, which was significantly faster than average, indicating a strong runner's profile. Steven's pacing strategy in the initial running segments showcased an aggressive start, maintaining a competitive edge in running throughout the race. However, the analysis reveals a need for a more balanced approach, focusing on improving strength-related exercises, as evidenced by slower-than-average times in several strength and skill-focused segments such as the Wall Balls, Farmers Carry, and Sled Pull.
Segments to Improve:
- Wall Balls: Steven's performance in Wall Balls was notably below average. To enhance this, he should focus on increasing lower body strength and endurance through squats and thrusters. Incorporating plyometric exercises like box jumps can also improve explosive power. Practicing wall balls with varied weights and heights will help adapt his technique for efficiency and stamina.
- Farmers Carry: This segment posed a significant challenge, indicating a need for improved grip strength and core stability. Dead hangs, farmer's walks with incremental weight, and wrist curls can be integrated into his routine. Additionally, exercises like planks and deadlifts will fortify core and lower back strength, crucial for maintaining posture under load.
- Sled Pull: The slower time suggests a requirement for enhanced pulling strength and technique. Incorporating more posterior chain exercises, such as Romanian deadlifts and kettlebell swings, will build necessary muscle groups. Regular practice with weighted sled pulls, focusing on maintaining a consistent posture and stride, will also be beneficial.
- Sandbag Lunges: To improve in this segment, Steven should focus on unilateral leg training to enhance balance, stability, and strength. Bulgarian split squats, lunges with varied loading (e.g., front rack, overhead), and step-ups can significantly contribute to better performance. Core strengthening exercises will also support improved balance during lunges.
Race Strategies:
- Pacing: Given Steven's strong running profile, a strategy to slightly conserve energy in the initial running segments could yield better performance in strength-focused exercises. A more evenly distributed effort will prevent early fatigue, allowing for stronger finishes in later segments.
- Transition Efficiency: With an excellent Roxzone performance, Steven demonstrates good transition capabilities. However, further minimizing transition times through strategic equipment placement and practicing swift changes between segments can shave off vital seconds.
- Strength Segment Focus: Given the identified areas of improvement, Steven should prioritize strength training, particularly focusing on exercises that mimic the movements and demands of the Hyrox race segments. This includes incorporating more compound lifts, grip strength exercises, and specific endurance training for exercises like wall balls and sandbag lunges.
- Recovery and Nutrition: Implementing a structured recovery and nutrition plan tailored to support both endurance and strength training will be crucial. This includes focusing on protein intake for muscle repair, carbohydrates for energy, and regular hydration, along with adequate rest and mobility work to prevent injury and support overall performance.
By addressing these areas of improvement with targeted training strategies and employing thoughtful race strategies, Steven Ballesteros can significantly enhance his performance in future Hyrox races. Balancing his evident running strengths with improved strength and skill in the identified segments will be key to climbing the ranks in his age group and overall standings.
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