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.
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 Fernie Gilmour'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 Fernie Gilmour'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 Fernie Gilmour'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 Fernie Gilmour'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
05:09.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
Based on 1000 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Gilmour Fernie displayed a commendable performance in the 2024 Glasgow HYROX, securing a position in the top half of the overall and age group categories. A standout feature of Gilmour's performance is his total running time, which was 03:21 faster than average, indicating a strong runner profile. This suggests that while Gilmour excels in running, there might be room for improvement in strength-based segments. His pacing in the initial running segments was slightly slower than the average, suggesting a conservative start. However, he significantly improved his pace in subsequent running segments, indicating good endurance and pacing strategy. The analysis points towards a hybrid athlete profile with a leaning towards running, necessitating a balanced approach to training that enhances strength while maintaining running prowess.
Segments to Improve:
Sled Pull: Gilmour's performance in the Sled Pull was significantly slower than average, indicating a need for improved pulling strength and technique. Training Suggestions: Incorporate heavy sled drags and pulls into the training regimen. Focus on maintaining a low, powerful stance and driving through the legs. Implement compound movements like deadlifts and rows to build overall pulling strength.
Wall Balls: Another area for improvement is the Wall Balls segment. Training Suggestions: Work on squat depth and explosiveness. Practice wall balls with varying weights to improve muscle endurance and control. Include plyometric exercises such as box jumps and squat jumps to enhance explosiveness.
Sandbag Lunges: The slower performance here suggests a need for better lower body strength and endurance. Training Suggestions: Integrate weighted lunges, step-ups, and squats into the routine. Focus on lunging mechanics and stability by incorporating unilateral training to address imbalances.
Sled Push: The time lost in this segment could be due to a lack of pushing power or technique. Training Suggestions: Develop lower body and core strength through targeted exercises like leg presses, squats, and planks. Practice sled pushes with emphasis on maintaining a strong, forward-leaning posture and driving through the legs.
Farmers Carry: This indicates a potential gap in grip strength and cardiovascular endurance. Training Suggestions: Incorporate grip-strengthening exercises, such as farmers walks, dead hangs, and towel pull-ups. Enhance aerobic capacity with interval training to improve sustained performance.
Race Strategies:
Start Strong: Address the conservative start in running by incorporating speed work and interval training to build confidence in starting stronger without burning out.
Transition Efficiency: Since the Roxzone time was faster than average, focus on minimizing rest and improving transition times between exercises. Practice quick transitions in training sessions to mimic race conditions.
Strength Endurance: Given the identified gaps in strength segments, implement circuit training combining strength exercises with short bursts of running. This will help in maintaining running performance even after strength-draining exercises.
Technique Focus: In strength exercises where technique improvements are needed (e.g., Sled Pull, Wall Balls), dedicate specific sessions to form and technique, possibly under the guidance of a coach. Proper technique can significantly improve efficiency and performance in these segments.
Mid-Race Evaluation: Practice assessing physical and mental state mid-race to adjust pacing and effort for remaining segments. This can help in optimizing performance across both running and strength exercises.
By addressing these areas of improvement and implementing the suggested strategies, Gilmour Fernie can expect to see notable enhancements in his HYROX race performance, particularly in turning identified weaknesses into strengths and achieving a more balanced athlete profile.