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 Crawford Gregor'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 Crawford Gregor'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 Crawford Gregor'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 Crawford Gregor'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
03:44.
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:
Gregor Crawford's performance in the 2024 Glasgow HYROX race places him solidly within the competitive bracket of his age group, achieving a top 45% overall rank among 1390 athletes, and a top 54% rank within his age group (30-34). A standout aspect of Gregor's race was his total running time, which was significantly faster (33:10) than the average, indicating a strong runner profile. However, this strength in running could have potentially compromised his performance in strength-focused segments, as suggested by the slower than average times in several of these areas. Gregor's pacing seemed balanced at the beginning but showed signs of fatigue or strategy shifts in the latter half, specifically in strength-oriented tasks. The analysis suggests Gregor is a hybrid athlete with a leaning towards running, possibly needing to balance his training to enhance his performance in strength-based segments.
Segments to Improve:
Sled Pull: Gregor's sled pull was significantly slower than average, indicating a need for improved pulling strength and technique. Training Strategy: Incorporate compound movements such as deadlifts and barbell rows to build foundational strength. Additionally, specific sled pull drills emphasizing explosive pulling and consistent pacing could improve efficiency. Implement interval-based sled pull training sessions to mimic race conditions, focusing on maintaining speed over distance.
Wall Balls: Another area for improvement, wall balls, suggest a potential lack of coordination between lower body strength and upper body power. Training Strategy: Focus on squats and thrusters to enhance lower body power. Wall ball drills should emphasize form, targeting consistent ball height and squat depth, alongside interval training to increase endurance.
Burpees Broad Jump: The slower performance here could indicate a lack of explosive power and endurance. Training Strategy: Plyometric exercises such as box jumps and broad jumps will build explosive power, while burpee intervals increase metabolic conditioning. Combining these elements in a circuit could closely simulate race conditions.
Sled Push: A slightly slower time in this segment suggests a need for improved leg drive and endurance. Training Strategy: Focusing on leg press and weighted sled pushes can enhance leg strength. Incorporating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) with a weighted sled can improve both strength and cardiovascular endurance.
Farmer's Carry: The slower time indicates grip strength and core stability could be limiting factors. Training Strategy: Grip strength exercises, such as dead hangs and farmer's walks with progressively heavier weights, will be beneficial. Core strengthening exercises, especially those that engage the stabilizing muscles like planks and suitcase carries, will improve overall stability.
Race Strategies:
Pacing: Given Gregor's strong running ability, maintaining a slightly conservative pace in the initial running segments could preserve energy for strength-based tasks. Implementing a strategic pacing plan that allows for steady performance across both running and strength segments may yield overall time improvements.
Transition Efficiency: With a significantly faster Roxzone time, Gregor demonstrates efficient transitions. Continuing to minimize rest and transition times can compensate for slower segments. Practice quick transitions in training to mimic race conditions.
Strength-Endurance Balance: Incorporating more hybrid workouts that combine running with strength exercises can help improve endurance and power for strength-based tasks, potentially reducing the impact on running performance post-strength exercises.
Mental Strategy: Mental resilience training, including visualization and stress management techniques, can prepare Gregor for the challenging moments in the race, especially in segments where he has historically been slower.
By addressing these areas of improvement with targeted training strategies and maintaining his exceptional running performance, Gregor Crawford has the potential to significantly improve his future HYROX race outcomes.