Gashi Blerim
Hyrox Result
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Karlsruhe 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 Gashi Blerim'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 Gashi Blerim'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 Gashi Blerim'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 Gashi Blerim'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
04:20.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
01:36
Potential Improvement
36.9%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
A word from RoxCoach - Your AI Powered Trainer
Overall Performance:
Blerim Gashi showcased a commendable performance in the 2024 Karlsruhe HYROX race, securing a top 23% overall rank among 1065 athletes and achieving a top 16% rank in his age group (45-49). His total running time was 01:05 faster than the average, indicating a strong runner profile. However, specific segments like Wall Balls and Burpees Broad Jump significantly impacted his time, suggesting areas for potential improvement. Gashi's performance suggests he started the race at a fast pace but faced challenges with strength-focused exercises. This points towards a hybrid athlete profile with a slight inclination towards running, yet room for improvement in strength endurance.
Segments to Improve:
- Wall Balls: Gashi's performance in Wall Balls was significantly slower than average. To improve, focus on developing lower body and core strength through squats, thrusters, and medicine ball cleans. Practicing the Wall Ball Shot with varying weights and heights can also help improve technique and endurance. Incorporating plyometric exercises like box jumps will enhance explosive power, crucial for this segment.
- Burpees Broad Jump: This segment was another area of weakness. Improvement here requires a combination of plyometric training and burpee efficiency. Exercises like broad jumps, box jumps, and lunge jumps will develop explosive leg strength, while high-intensity interval training (HIIT) sessions focusing on burpees will increase overall endurance and speed in this exercise. Emphasizing form and efficiency during the burpee phase can also reduce fatigue.
- Sled Push: Gashi's time here indicates a need for stronger leg and core muscles. Training should include weighted sled pushes and pulls, incorporating variations in resistance and distance. Additionally, leg presses and squats can build the necessary strength, while high-intensity sprints improve the explosive power needed for quicker starts.
Race Strategies:
- Start Pace Adjustment: Given Gashi's strong start but eventual drop-off in performance in strength-focused segments, a more conservative start might conserve energy for later challenges. Balancing pace from the beginning can help maintain a steady performance throughout the race.
- Strength-Endurance Balance: Focusing on a training regimen that balances running with strength training can help Gashi become more well-rounded. Implementing circuit training that mimics the race's structure, alternating between running and strength exercises, can improve overall performance and endurance.
- Transition Efficiency: Gashi's Roxzone time was faster than average, indicating less rest and quicker transitions. However, there's always room for improvement in reducing transition times further. Practicing swift gear changes and optimizing rest periods during training sessions can enhance this aspect. Additionally, strategizing the use of rest periods during strength segments to conserve energy for running can be beneficial.
By focusing on these identified areas of improvement and implementing the suggested training strategies and race tactics, Blerim Gashi can significantly enhance his performance in future HYROX races. Balancing his inherent running strength with improved proficiency in strength-focused exercises will be key to moving up in the rankings and achieving even better race times.
Ready to conquer your next race?
Unlock your potential with our pace calculator tool, designed to help you craft your ideal race splits and propel yourself to new heights.
Pace Calculator