Bentham Gary
Performance Analysis
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Glasgow 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 Bentham Gary'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 Bentham Gary'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 Bentham Gary'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 Bentham Gary'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
09:16.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
03:05
Potential Improvement
33.3%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Gary Bentham's performance in the 2024 Glasgow HYROX race showcases a strong inclination towards running, with a total running time significantly faster than the average by 07:07, indicating a runner's profile. His overall rank places him in the top 88% of all athletes and top 87% in his age group, showing room for improvement in non-running segments. Gary's pacing strategy appears to have been effective for the running portions, maintaining faster than average times across all running laps. However, there is a notable disparity in his performance in strength-focused segments, suggesting a need for a more balanced training approach to improve in these areas.
Segments to Improve:
- Wall Balls: Gary's performance in Wall Balls was significantly slower than average, indicating a potential lack of explosive power and endurance. To improve, Gary should focus on high-intensity interval training (HIIT) incorporating exercises like thrusters, kettlebell swings, and medicine ball slams to build explosive strength. Practicing wall balls with varied weights and heights can also help improve technique and endurance.
- Farmers Carry: This segment was Gary’s weakest, suggesting grip strength and core stability need attention. Implementing grip strength exercises such as dead hangs, farmer's walks with progressively heavier weights, and wrist curls will be beneficial. Additionally, core strengthening exercises like planks, suitcase carries, and deadlifts will improve overall stability during this segment.
- Sled Pull/Push: The slower times in these segments indicate a need for improved leg power and efficiency in weight sled maneuvers. Incorporating sled drags and pushes into training, with both light loads for speed and heavy loads for strength, can be effective. Squats and lunges, focusing on explosive movement, will also contribute to better performance in these areas.
- Burpees Broad Jump: A slower time here suggests a need for better anaerobic capacity and coordination. Plyometric exercises, including box jumps, broad jumps, and burpees, will help improve explosive power, while interval running can enhance anaerobic endurance.
Race Strategies:
- Segment Pacing: Given Gary's strong running performance, maintaining a steady pace in running segments is crucial but should be slightly adjusted to conserve energy for strength segments. Implementing a strategy to tackle strength exercises with more vigor and less fatigue can lead to improved overall times.
- Transition Efficiency: The Roxzone time indicates that Gary transitions faster than average, but there is still room for improvement. Practicing quick transitions between running and strength exercises in training can reduce overall time spent in the Roxzone.
- Mental Preparation: Mental resilience is key in enduring the demands of both strength and running segments. Visualization techniques, goal setting, and simulated race conditions during training sessions can prepare Gary mentally for the race's challenges.
- Nutrition and Recovery: Focusing on nutrition to support endurance and muscle recovery is crucial. A balanced diet rich in carbohydrates, proteins, and healthy fats, along with adequate hydration, will fuel Gary's training and race performance. Incorporating active recovery and proper rest into the training regimen will also ensure he is in peak condition on race day.
By addressing these key areas, Gary Bentham has the potential to significantly improve his performance in future HYROX races, transforming weaknesses into strengths and achieving a more balanced athlete profile.
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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