Gibson Allen
Hyrox Result
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 Gibson Allen'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 Gibson Allen'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 Gibson Allen'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 Gibson Allen'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
03:54.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
01:36
Potential Improvement
41.0%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Allen Gibson demonstrated a commendable effort in the 2024 Glasgow Hyrox race, finishing within the top 68% of all athletes, which places him solidly in the competitive field. Notably, Allen's total running time was 04:51 faster than average, indicating a strong runner profile. However, his performance in the roxzone and several strength exercises, including Wall Balls and Burpees Broad Jump, suggests a need for improvement in overall fitness and transition efficiency. His pacing appears to start slightly slower in the initial running segment but picks up significantly, maintaining a faster pace than average in subsequent runs, indicating good stamina and a strong finisher’s mentality.
Segments to Improve:
- Wall Balls: Allen's performance in Wall Balls was 01:20 slower than average, pointing towards potential improvements in muscular endurance and power. A focus on high-repetition wall ball drills, incorporating squats and throws with progressively heavier balls, can enhance both strength and coordination. Plyometric exercises such as box jumps and squat jumps will also improve explosive power, crucial for better wall ball performances.
- Roxzone: The roxzone time was significantly slower than average, indicating either extended rest periods or slower transitions between exercises. To improve, Allen should work on minimizing rest through improved overall fitness via interval training and practicing quicker, more efficient transitions in training sessions. Incorporating circuit training with minimal rest between exercises can simulate the race's pace and demands.
- Burpees Broad Jump: Being slower in this area suggests a need for better anaerobic capacity and explosive strength. Allen should integrate plyometric exercises such as broad jumps, box jumps, and burpees into his regime, focusing on reducing ground contact time and increasing jump distance. Additionally, interval running with sprints can improve anaerobic fitness, directly benefiting his performance in explosive and high-intensity segments.
- Sandbag Lunges: The slower time here indicates a potential lack of lower body strength and endurance. Allen could benefit from incorporating lunges with varied weights and unilateral leg exercises, such as split squats and Bulgarian squats, to build strength and balance. Sandbag carries and weighted stair climbs can also mimic the race's demands, improving both endurance and power in the legs.
Race Strategies:
- Start Pace Moderation: Given Allen's strong finish in running segments, it's crucial to avoid starting too fast, which can lead to early fatigue. A more controlled start, focusing on maintaining a steady pace slightly faster than his average, can conserve energy for strength exercises and allow for a stronger finish.
- Strength-Running Balance: With a stronger running profile, Allen should balance his training between maintaining his running prowess and improving strength. This includes dedicating specific days to strength training, focusing on the identified weak segments, while incorporating running on alternate days to ensure endurance and speed are not compromised.
- Transition Efficiency: Practicing transitions between running and strength exercises can significantly reduce roxzone time. Allen should simulate race conditions by setting up a circuit that mimics the race's layout, focusing on quick and efficient movements from one exercise to the next without unnecessary rests.
- Mental Preparation: Mental resilience plays a crucial role in enduring the race's demands and minimizing rest times. Visualization techniques, practicing mindfulness, and setting mini-goals throughout the race can help maintain focus and reduce the perceived effort, especially in more challenging segments.
By addressing these areas of improvement with targeted training and strategic race planning, Allen Gibson can significantly enhance his performance in future Hyrox races, leveraging his strong running abilities while bolstering his strength and transition efficiency.
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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