Hobbs Gemma
Hyrox Result
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 World Championships Nice 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
252 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 Pro Women
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 252 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Women
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 252 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Women
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Hobbs Gemma'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 Hobbs Gemma'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 252 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Women
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 Hobbs Gemma'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 Pro Women
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 Hobbs Gemma'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
03:45.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
01:31
Potential Improvement
40.4%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Pro Women
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Overall Performance:
Gemma Hobbs showcased a commendable performance at the 2024 World Championships in Nice, finishing in the top 11% of all athletes and top 15% in her age group, which is an impressive accomplishment. Analyzing her overall time and comparing it with her splits indicates she has a balanced profile with a slight inclination towards strength exercises, given her total running time was only a second slower than average. However, her performance in the roxzone and certain strength segments suggests there is room for improvement in her transition times and specific strength exercises. Her pacing appeared to be slightly inconsistent, starting slower in the initial running segment but managing to pick up pace in subsequent runs.
Segments to Improve:
- Roxzone: The roxzone time indicates that transitions and possibly overall fitness could be enhanced. Incorporating circuit training with minimal rest between exercises could help improve transition times. Practicing quick switches between running and strength exercises in training will also aid in reducing roxzone time. Emphasizing plyometric exercises like box jumps and high-knee sprints could enhance agility and speed in transitions.
- Sled Pull: A 22-second slower performance than average points to a need for increased lower body strength and technique refinement. Incorporating more deadlifts, pull-throughs, and hip thrusts can build the requisite strength. Practicing the sled pull with varying weights and focusing on maintaining a low, powerful stance will help improve technique and efficiency.
- Sandbag Lunges: This segment was 8 seconds slower than average, suggesting a need for better endurance and strength in the lower body. Bulgarian split squats, weighted lunges, and sandbag carries can help build this strength and stamina. Focusing on form, especially under fatigue, will ensure efficiency during this segment.
Race Strategies:
- Start Strong but Steady: Given the initial slower pace, Gemma should focus on starting strong but at a steady pace to not burn out early. Warming up with dynamic stretches and a short jog can help prepare her body for the immediate transition to race pace.
- Pacing and Endurance: Implement interval training with a mix of high-intensity sprints and steady-state running to improve overall running endurance and speed. This will help maintain a consistent pace throughout the race and improve her total running time.
- Strength and Technique Focus: For strength segments like the sled pull and sandbag lunges, focusing on technique during training sessions will pay dividends. Incorporating specific drills that mimic the race conditions as closely as possible will ensure that Gemma is well-prepared. For example, practicing sled pulls after a running session to simulate race fatigue.
- Transition Efficiency: Reducing time in the roxzone by practicing quick and efficient transitions between exercises will be key. Setting up mock transition zones in training to minimize downtime between exercises can help improve overall race time significantly.
By focusing on these targeted areas for improvement and implementing the suggested strategies and exercises, Gemma Hobbs can expect to see significant gains in her performance. Consistency, dedication to training, and a focus on technique and efficiency will be her keys to success in future races.
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