Payne Grant
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 Payne Grant'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 Payne Grant'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 Payne Grant'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 Payne Grant'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
04:18.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
01:39
Potential Improvement
38.4%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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Overall Performance:
Grant Payne's performance in the 2024 Glasgow HYROX race places him within the top 34% of all competitors and within the top 40% of his age group, showcasing a commendable level of fitness and capability. A standout feature of his race was the total running time, which was 10:36 faster than average, indicating a strong running profile. This suggests that he has a good foundation in endurance and speed. However, the data also highlights areas where there is room for improvement, particularly in strength-focused segments. His pacing in the initial running segments appeared slightly conservative, but he managed to pick up the pace as the race progressed, suggesting a need to balance his initial exertion levels better. Grant's Roxzone time was significantly faster than average, suggesting efficient transitions but also indicating potential over-conservation of energy in exercise zones.
Segments to Improve:
- Wall Balls: This was Grant's most significant area for improvement, being 01:10 slower than average. To enhance performance in wall balls, Grant should focus on improving his lower body strength and endurance. Specific exercises like air squats, goblet squats, and thrusters can help build this foundation. Additionally, practicing wall balls with varied weights and heights can help adapt his body to different stress levels. Implementing interval training with wall balls (e.g., 20 seconds on, 10 seconds rest for 4 minutes) can also increase muscular endurance and efficiency.
- Sled Pull: Being 00:22 slower than average in this segment indicates a need for increased pulling strength and endurance. Grant could benefit from incorporating more posterior chain exercises such as deadlifts, kettlebell swings, and pull-throughs. Weighted sled drags and pulls over different distances can directly translate to improved performance in this area. It's also crucial for Grant to work on his grip strength through farmer's walks and bar hangs, as this can often be a limiting factor in sled pull segments.
Incorporating compromised running scenarios post these specific exercises (e.g., running intervals immediately after a set of heavy deadlifts or wall balls) can also help simulate the fatigue experienced during the race, improving Grant's ability to maintain running speed even after strength-focused segments.
Race Strategies:
- Improved Pacing: Given Grant's endurance and speed, a more aggressive start could benefit his overall time. Segmenting the race into thirds and aiming to incrementally increase his pace can help manage his energy better throughout the race, preventing early burnout while still taking advantage of his running strength.
- Strength Segment Focus: Before approaching strength-focused obstacles, a brief period of dynamic stretching and mental preparation can ensure that Grant is both physically and mentally ready. This can involve visualizing the technique and engaging the muscle groups that will be used.
- Transition Efficiency: While Grant's Roxzone time indicates efficient transitions, further reducing this time can be achieved through strategic placement of equipment and practicing swift movements from running to exercise zones in training.
- Recovery and Nutrition: Implementing a more structured recovery and nutrition plan leading up to and during the race can also play a crucial role. Ensuring proper hydration and energy levels through electrolyte and carbohydrate intake can help maintain performance, especially in latter segments of the race.
By focusing on these specific areas of improvement and employing effective race strategies, Grant Payne has the potential to enhance his performance in future HYROX races, particularly in strength-focused segments, without sacrificing his running prowess.
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