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Workout of the Day

For time:

10 muscle-ups
100 squats
10 muscle-ups
100-cal. row

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Scaling:
Modify the muscle-ups to pull and push exercises. Newer athletes should reduce the reps to keep this workout in the 12- to 15-minute range.

Intermediate Option:
For time:
7 muscle-ups
100 squats
7 muscle-ups
100-cal. row

Beginner Option:
For time:
5 sets of: 3 assisted pull-ups + 3 push-ups
50 squats
5 sets of: 3 assisted pull-ups + 3 push-ups
50-cal. row

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