Wednesday 250514

Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
25-foot dumbbell front-rack walking lunge
1 rope climb to 15 feet
25 double-unders

♀ 35-lb dumbbells
♂ 50-lb dumbbells

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Stimulus and Strategy:
In today’s triplet, push the pace because before you know it, the workout will be over. Use a pair of dumbbells that allows you to stay quick and unbroken. The fatigue in your grip and legs from the lunges will try to slow you down. Take breaks where you need to, but try not to get too comfortable hook-gripping your shorts.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the dumbbells.

To reduce the complexity of the rope climbs, consider reducing the height of the climb or performing pull-to-stands. For the double-unders, spend no more than 30 seconds per round performing attempts or perform single-unders.

In case of injury or limitation, perform reverse lunges or a box step-up. For the rope climb, perform 3 strict pull-ups or 3 ring rows. For the double-unders, substitute with 5-8 calories on a machine of your choice.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
25-foot dumbbell front-rack walking lunge
1 rope climb to 12 feet
25 double-unders

20-lb dumbbells
35-lb dumbbells

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
25-foot walking lunge
2 pull-to-stands
25 single-unders

Coaching cues:
On the rope climb, practice establishing a secure foot hook before standing up and reaching for the next pull. This will reduce the risk of unnecessary foot sliding as you are climbing.

Resources:
The Dumbbell Front-Rack Lunge
The Rope Climb (Wrapping)
The Rope Climb (Basket)
The Double-Under
The Walking Lunge
Pull-to-Stand | Rope Climb Scaling
The Single-Under

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Monday 250414

5 rounds for time of:
350-meter run
50-meter walking lunge

Compare to 150402.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is simple and effective. All you need is a 400-meter track or running route. Push the pace on the run early because it's only a matter of time before your legs begin to feel like they are filled with concrete. As you are performing the lunges, focus on gently touching the back knee to the ground to protect your knees.

Scaling:
Reduce the distance of the run and the walking lunges.

To reduce the complexity of the lunge, consider a box step-up or reverse lunge.

In case of injury or limitation, for the 350-meter run, perform 800/1,110 meters on the Echo bike or 350/450 meters on the rower.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
5 rounds for time of:
175-meter run
25-meter walking lunge

Coaching cues:
On the walking lunges, focus on driving through your front heel and the ball of the back foot as you step into the next rep.

Resources:
Running | Line Drills
The Walking Lunge

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Thursday 250410

Rest Day

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Wednesday 250409

For time:
800-meter run
25 dumbbell push presses
400-meter run
20 dumbbell push presses
200-meter run
15 dumbbell push presses

♀ 35-lb dumbbells
♂ 50-lb dumbbells

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a couplet with a descending rep scheme. The runs get shorter and the reps of the push presses go down as well. The loading of the dumbbells should allow you to perform consistent sets of 10 throughout the entirety of the workout. Aim to complete this workout in 15 minutes or less.

Scaling:
Reduce the distance of each run. Reduce the loading of the dumbbells.

To reduce the complexity of the dumbbell push presses, consider using a single dumbbell and alternating arms as needed, or performing dumbbell shoulder presses.

In case of injury or limitation, for the 800-meter run, perform 1,750/2,500 meters on the Echo bike or 800/1,000 meters on the rower. For the 400-meter run, perform 900/1,250 meters on the Echo bike or 400/500 meters on the rower. For the 200-meter run, 500/700 meters on the Echo bike, or 200/250 meters on the rower.

Intermediate option:
For time:
800-meter run
25 dumbbell push presses
400-meter run
20 dumbbell push presses
200-meter run
15 dumbbell push presses

20-lb dumbbells
35-lb dumbbells

Beginner option:
For time:
400-meter run
15 dumbbell push presses
200-meter run
10 dumbbell push presses
100-meter run
5 dumbbell push presses

10-lb dumbbells
15-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
As you drive the dumbbells overhead, focus on bringing your ribs to your hips and keeping your gaze on the horizon.

Resources:
Pose Running Drills | Lean and Pull
The Dumbbell Push Press

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Saturday 250405

Every 5 minutes for 5 sets:
400-meter run
25 Russian kettlebell swings

♀ 53 lb
♂ 70 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout contains five sprint-type efforts. The goal is to complete the run as quickly as possible, get your hands on the kettlebell, and go unbroken on your swings. You should have at least 2 minutes of rest between sets, which will allow you to recover and hit each set with intensity. Athletes who are capable of swinging the heavy kettlebell, but not for the total volume of the workout, should consider reducing the reps of the swings in each round and using the heavier bell. Push the pace on the runs, but only as much as allows you to get back to the kettlebell and immediately begin swinging.

Scaling:
Reduce the distance of the run. Reduce the loading and/or reps of the kettlebell.

To reduce the complexity of the kettlebell swings, consider reducing the range of motion or performing kettlebell sumo deadlifts.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider performing 900/1,250 meters on the Echo bike, or 400/500 meters on the rower or ski erg instead of the run. For the kettlebell swings, consider single-arm kettlebell swings or unloaded good mornings.

Intermediate option:
Every 5 minutes for 5 sets:
400-meter run
15 Russian kettlebell swings

♀ 53 lb
♂ 70 lb

Beginner option:
Every 5 minutes for 5 sets:
200-meter run
10 Russian kettlebell swings

18 lb
26 lb

Coaching cues:
To ensure maximum contribution of the lower body during the kettlebell swings, focus on driving your heels into the ground, then squeezing your thighs and your glutes.

Resources:
Pose Running Drills | Pose Alignment
The Russian Kettlebell Swing With Jeff Martone

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Tuesday 250325

10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1 reps for time of:
Hang squat cleans

Perform a 50-foot handstand walk after each set.

♀ 75-lb barbell
♂ 115-lb barbell

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Stimulus and Strategy:
In today’s workout, push to maintain unbroken hang squat cleans. The loading should feel light to moderate and allow you to hang on to the larger sets. The handstand walk should be a nice “break” before getting back on the barbell. However, don’t be fooled — getting upside down after the hang squat cleans will be more difficult than you think. Advanced athletes should challenge themselves to perform the handstand walks unbroken, and if you fail to make it 50 feet, go back to the start. Have fun!

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the distance of the handstand walk.

To reduce the complexity of the hang squat clean, consider a power clean plus front squat, or using a single or pair of dumbbells. For the handstand walks, consider putting your feet on a box and walking in a complete circle (do this once per 50 feet). You may also consider 20-30 shoulder taps or bear crawls.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider hang power cleans or light goblet squats in place of the hang squat cleans. For the handstand walks, consider shoulder taps in the plank position or a 30-second sprint on the ski erg.

Intermediate option:
10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1 reps for time of:
Hang squat cleans

Perform a 25-foot handstand walk after each set.

65-lb barbell
95-lb barbell

Beginner option:
8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1 reps for time of:
Hang squat cleans

Perform a 50-foot bear crawl after each set.

35-lb barbell
45-lb barbell

Coaching cues:
On the handstand walk, start with smaller steps to gain momentum, balance, and confidence. You can always make your steps bigger.

Resources:
The Hang Squat Clean
The Handstand Walk
The Bear Crawl

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Friday 250321

For time:
1,000-meter row
30 dumbbell thrusters
20 pull-ups
5 legless rope climbs to 15 feet
1,000-meter row
5 legless rope climbs to 15 feet
20 pull-ups
30 dumbbell thrusters
1,000-meter row

♀ 20-lb dumbbells
♂ 35-lb dumbbells

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a pyramid scheme. Your goal should be to complete this effort in 30 minutes or less. Perform the row as prescribed as long as you can keep each to 5 minutes or less. Use a weight for the dumbbells that allows you to maintain sets of 10 thrusters at a time. For the pull-ups, choose an option that allows you to complete your reps in 2 minutes or less. Get after it today!

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the dumbbells, the distance of the row, and/or the volume of the pull-ups and legless rope climbs.

To reduce the complexity of the pull-ups, consider ring rows or jumping pull-ups. For the legless rope climbs, consider reducing the height of the climb or performing regular rope climbs using your legs.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider substituting the row with a 2,500-meter Echo bike or an 800-meter run. For the thrusters, consider dumbbell front squats if you have an overhead limitation or push presses if you have a squat limitation. If you are unable to hang from the bar, consider ring rows or bent-over rows for the pull-ups and pull-to-stands for the rope climbs.

Intermediate option:
For time:
800-meter row
30 dumbbell thrusters
20 pull-ups
3 legless rope climbs to 12 feet
800-meter row
3 legless rope climbs to 12 feet
20 pull-ups
30 dumbbell thrusters
800-meter row

15-lb dumbbells
25-lb dumbbells

Beginner option:
For time:
400-meter row
20 dumbbell thrusters
10 ring rows
5 pull-to-stands
400-meter row
5 pull-to-stands
10 ring rows
20 dumbbell thrusters
400-meter row

10-lb dumbbells
15-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
On the dumbbell thrusters, let the back head of each dumbbell rest on your shoulders. This allows the body to support the load. Then, with the weight on the shoulders, stand up quickly and think about jumping the weight off the shoulders.

Resources:
Rowing
The Dumbbell Thruster
The Kipping Pull-Up
The Legless Rope Climb
The Ring Row
The Rope Climb (Wrapping)
The Rope Climb (Basket)
Modified Rope Climb: Pull-to-Stand

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Friday 250314

Open Workout 25.3

For time:
5 wall walks
50-calorie row
5 wall walks
25 deadlifts (weight 1)
5 wall walks
25 cleans (weight 2)
5 wall walks
25 snatches (weight 3)
5 wall walks
50-calorie row

♀ 155 lb, then 85 lb, then 65 lb
♂ 225 lb, then 135 lb, then 95 lb

Time cap: 20 minutes

Post time or reps completed to comments, and submit your score as part of the 2025 CrossFit Open.

Visit the CrossFit Games website for full details, including Scaled, Foundations (beginner), and Age-Group variations of the workout. Adaptive versions of the workout can be found through WheelWOD.

Resources:
Open Workout 25.3 Standards
The Wall Walk
Rowing
The Deadlift
The Power Clean
The Power Snatch

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Wednesday 250312

30-20-10 reps for time of:
Calories on the Echo bike

Perform a 100-meter front-of-body object carry after each set on the bike.

♀ 80 lb
♂ 100 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a shorter effort. Aim to sprint the calories on the bike and keep a steady pace on the object carry. For the object carry, use anything you have available. This can be a sandbag, D-ball, one or two kettlebells or dumbbells, or a barbell. Work hard and have fun.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the object and reduce the calories on the bike.

To reduce the complexity of the front-of-body object carry, consider the type of object you hold. Some objects may be held more easily than others.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider substituting the bike with a rower, ski erg, or air runner. For the object carry, consider performing a farmers carry or holding the object on either shoulder as opposed to the front-of-body position.

Intermediate option:
30-20-10 reps for time of:
Calories on the Echo bike

Perform a 100-meter front-of-body object carry after each set on the bike.

50 lb
70 lb

Beginner option:
15-12-9 reps for time of:
Calories on the Echo bike

Perform a 100-meter front-of-body object carry after each set on the bike.

15 lb
25 lb

Coaching cues:
When carrying something in front of your body, focus on keeping your mid-section tight and avoid leaning back. The more rigid you can keep your torso, the better.

Resources:
Rogue Echo Bike.
Odd Object Move WOD Demo From 230321

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Saturday 250308

Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
30 burpees
20 kettlebell swings
10 50-foot shuttle runs (25 feet out and 25 feet back)

♀ 35-lb kettlebell
♂ 53-lb kettlebell

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a longer-duration grind. If you completed the Open workout yesterday, consider using this workout as an opportunity to move, get the blood flowing, and have some fun. If this is a normal training day, treat it as such and get after it. Choose a weight for the kettlebell swings that allows you to complete the reps in 2 sets or less.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the kettlebell. To reduce the total volume of the workout, reduce the duration to 10-15 minutes.

To reduce the complexity of the burpees, perform up-downs. For the kettlebell swings, reduce the range of motion to Russian kettlebell swings or kettlebell deadlifts. For the shuttle run, consider a movement substitution.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider using a movement substitution for the shuttle runs. Perform a 500/700-meter Echo bike or a 200/250-meter row.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
30 burpees
20 kettlebell swings
10 50-foot shuttle runs (25 feet out and 25 feet back)

26-lb kettlebell
35-lb kettlebell

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
15 burpees
15 kettlebell swings
10 50-foot shuttle runs (25 feet out and 25 feet back)

18-lb kettlebell
26-lb kettlebell

Coaching cues:
To maximize your efficiency on the shuttle runs, anticipate your turn or change of direction. Aim to begin your turn a few steps before, plant with your outside foot, stay low, and accelerate into the next straight away.

Resources:
The Burpee
The Kettlebell Swing

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Friday 250307

Open Workout 25.2

For time:
21 pull-ups
42 double-unders
21 thrusters (weight 1)
18 chest-to-bar pull-ups
36 double-unders
18 thrusters (weight 2)
15 bar muscle-ups
30 double-unders
15 thrusters (weight 3)

♀ 65 lb, then 75 lb, then 85 lb
♂ 95 lb, then 115 lb, then 135 lb

Time cap: 12 minutes

Compare times to 220311.

Post time or reps completed to comments, and submit your score as part of the 2025 CrossFit Open.

Resources:
The Kipping Pull-Up
The Double-Under
The Thruster
The Kipping Chest-to-Bar Pull-Up
The Kipping Bar Muscle-Up
Workout Tips With Adrian Bozman From the 2022 CrossFit Open

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Tuesday 250225

Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
10 sumo deadlift high pulls
10 dumbbell box step-overs

♀ 65-lb barbell, 20-lb dumbbells, and a 20-inch box
♂ 95-lb barbell, 35-lb dumbbells, and a 24-inch box

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a back-and-forth couplet. Aim to perform at least 5 rounds, but don’t be surprised if some athletes creep up toward 9. Expect this one to be sneaky on your legs. With the sumo setup and the step-up on the box, the lactic acid build-up and your leg stamina may be the limiting factor. The loading for each movement should allow you to keep moving for the entire duration of the workout. Take small breaks and get back to it.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the barbell and/or the dumbbells.

Reduce the complexity of the sumo deadlift high pull by using a kettlebell or dumbbell to perform the movement. As for the dumbbell box step-overs, reduce the height of the box or perform the movement without any weight.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider performing the sumo deadlift high pull with a kettlebell or dumbbell. The same movement can also be performed with a single arm. As for the dumbbell box step-overs, perform these with no weight and reduce the height of the box.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
10 sumo deadlift high pulls
10 dumbbell box step-overs

55-lb barbell, 15-lb dumbbells, and a 20-inch box
75-lb barbell, 25-lb dumbbells, and a 24-inch box

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
10 sumo deadlift high pulls
10 dumbbell box step-overs

35-lb barbell, 10-lb dumbbells, and a 12-inch box
45-lb barbell, 15-lb dumbbells, and a 20-inch box

Coaching cues:
As you pull the barbell off the floor, flex your triceps to help keep your arms straight through the middle of the movement.

Resources:
The Sumo Deadlift High Pull
Dumbbell Box Step-Over

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Monday 250217

2 rounds for time of:
35 pull-ups
35 shoulder-to-overheads

♀ 75 lb
♂ 115 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a classic push/pull gymnastics couplet. Expect this effort to test your stamina and give you a pretty significant upper-body pump. The goal is to complete this workout in 10 minutes or less. You may see some more advanced athletes finish closer to 5 minutes. Choose a weight that allows you to perform at least 10 reps every time you pick up the barbell.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell to something that feels moderate-to-light. If you are capable of performing pull-ups, but 70 reps is too much volume, reduce the reps to 15-25 in each round.

Reduce the complexity of the pull-up by performing a jumping pull-up, banded pull-up, or ring row. For the shoulder-to-overhead, perform a push press or shoulder press with lighter weight.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider reducing the reps and performing a single-arm ring row or a bent-over dumbbell row in place of the pull-ups. If the rack position is the limitation in the shoulder-to-overhead, use a pair of dumbbells.

Intermediate option:
2 rounds for time of:
25 pull-ups
35 shoulder-to-overheads

65 lb
95 lb

Beginner option:
2 rounds for time of:
25 ring rows
25 shoulder-to-overheads

35 lb
45 lb

Coaching cues:
To help with cycling shoulder-to-overhead reps, focus on keeping your elbows up as you return the barbell to the shoulders. This helps maintain the shelf and keeps the barbell from drifting down your chest.

Resources:
The Kipping Pull-Up
The Push Press
The Push Jerk

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Saturday 250215

5 rounds for time of:
Row 350/500 meters in as few pulls as possible

After each row, perform 2 double-unders for each pull taken. For example, if it takes 40 pulls to complete the row, complete 80 double-unders before starting the next round.

Post time and number of pulls each round to comments.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout will require thought and strategy. To maximize the distance in each pull, the effort encourages hard pulls on the rower. Increase the damper setting and slow your cadence to minimize the number of pulls each round. If needed, reduce the total distance to something you can complete in 60 total pulls or less in each set.

Scaling:
Reduce the distance on the rower.

To adjust the complexity of the double-under, consider performing single-unders or jumping jacks. If you have double-unders, but they are inconsistent, consider performing attempts and counting both singles and doubles toward your reps.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider performing jumping jacks, penguin taps, or alternating toe taps on a low box in place of the double-unders.

Intermediate option:
5 rounds for time of:
Row 350/500 meters in as few pulls as possible.

After each row, perform 1 double-under for each pull taken. For example, if it takes 40 pulls to complete the row, complete 40 double-unders before starting the next round.

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
Row 350/500 meters in as few pulls as possible.

After each row, perform 1 single-under for each pull taken. For example, if it takes 40 pulls to complete the row, complete 40 single-unders before starting the next round.

Coaching cues:
To reduce your stroke rate, focus on your return. Release your hands away from your body, lean forward slightly, and count to three as you pull yourself back into the catch position.

Resources:
Rowing Technique Tips
The Double-Under

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Friday 250214

Every 3 minutes until failure, complete 2 rounds of:
3 toes-to-bars
3 kettlebell swings
25-foot kettlebell walking lunges

♀ 35 lb
♂ 53 lb

Rest with the remaining time in the interval.
Add 3 reps to the toes-to-bars and kettlebell swings in each progressive 3-minute interval.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a race to complete your reps as quickly as possible to give yourself more rest before starting the next set. With the options you choose for the workout, the first interval should take you no more than 90 seconds to complete. Your goal should be to finish the round of 15 toes-to-bars and 15 kettlebell swings. That said, it is possible for more advanced athletes to get into the set of 21 or higher. If you are unable to complete your reps within the allotted time, your workout is over. During the kettlebell walking lunge, carry the kettlebell however you like.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the kettlebell.

To adjust the complexity of the toes-to-bars, reduce the range of motion. Consider knees-to-chests, hanging knee raises, or hollow rocks. For the kettlebell swings, perform Russian kettlebell swings. For the lunges, perform unweighted or do low box step-ups.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider hollow rocks or sit-ups in place of the toes-to-bars. For the kettlebell swings, perform sumo deadlifts or single-arm Russian kettlebell swings. For the lunges, perform an unweighted lunge or a low unweighted box step-up.

Intermediate option:
Every 3 minutes until failure, complete 2 rounds of:
3 knees-to-chests
3 kettlebell swings
25-foot kettlebell walking lunges

26 lb
35 lb

Rest with the remaining time in the interval.
Add 3 reps to the knees-to-chests and kettlebell swings in each 3-minute interval.

Beginner option:
Every 3 minutes until failure, complete 2 rounds of:
3 hanging knee raises
3 Russian kettlebell swings
25-foot walking lunges

18 lb
26 lb

Rest with the remaining time in the interval.
Add 3 reps to the hanging knee raises and Russian kettlebell swings in each 3-minute interval.

Coaching cues:
On the toes-to-bar, control the downswing after getting your toes to the bar. When you relax, you lose the rhythm. So, focus on keeping your midsection tight and pushing yourself into the arch position of the next kip.

Resources:
The Kipping Toes-to-Bar
The Kettlebell Swing
The Kipping Hanging Knee Raise
The Russian Kettlebell Swing
The Walking Lunge

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Monday 250210

Riley

For time:
2,400-meter run
150 burpees
2,400-meter run

If you’ve got a weight vest or body armor, wear it.

Post time to comments.

Compare to 140928.

Army Sgt. 1st Class Riley G. Stephens, 39, of Tolar, Texas, assigned to the 1st Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne), died Sept. 28, 2012, in Wardak, Afghanistan, of wounds caused by enemy small-arms fire. Stephens is survived by his wife Tiffany; children, Austin, Morgan, and Rylee Ann; parents, Michael and Joann; brother Ken; and several family members.

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s Hero workout is a longer-duration effort. This is meant to be a grind, so expect this workout to take up to 60 minutes. Each run and the burpees should take no more than 20 minutes to complete (each). Athletes who are capable of completing this workout in 35 minutes or less can consider adding a weight vest or body armor. Most athletes should attempt this workout using their own body weight. Work hard and have fun.

Scaling:
Reduce the distance of the run and the repetitions of the burpees.

To adjust the complexity of the run, instead of reducing the distance, consider using a movement substitution like a bike or a rower. Perform 5,500 meters on an Echo bike or 2,500 meters on a rower or ski erg. For the burpees, reduce the range of motion by performing an up-down.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider the running substitutions mentioned above. For burpees, perform up-downs, push-ups, or mountain climbers.

Intermediate option:
For time:
2,400-meter run
150 burpees
2,400-meter run

Beginner option:
For time:
1,200-meter run
50 burpees
1,200-meter run

Coaching cues:
When you are performing the burpees, focus on jumping your feet to your hands and landing in your heels. This will help maximize efficiency across your reps.

Resources:
CrossFit Hero and Tribute Workouts
Running | Change in Support Drill
The Burpee

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Monday 250120

Shoulder press 1-1-1-1-1 reps
Push press 3-3-3-3-3 reps
Push jerk 5-5-5-5-5 reps

Post loads to comments.

Compare to 240227.

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a classic heavy day. The goal is to find a heavy single shoulder press, triple push press, and set of 5 push jerks. Keep in mind that heavy is relative to each person. Even though most athletes can perform this workout as prescribed, the challenge lies in the technical complexities of the movements. Adding load should be based on your ability to stay mechanically sound. Each athlete, regardless of experience level, should focus on technique before adding weight.

Scaling:
Reduce the load on the barbell to maintain the safety and integrity of each lift.

Reduce the complexity of each movement by reducing the load. Using dumbbells can also decrease the complexity as you do not have to worry about getting the chin out of the way.

In case of injury or limitation, perform a single-arm dumbbell shoulder press, push press, and push jerk.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
Same as Rx’d.

Coaching cues:
Just because the shoulder press is a strict upper-body movement, it doesn’t mean it has to be slow. Move the barbell to the overhead position by keeping your body tight, taking in a big breath, getting your head out of the way, and driving your hands to the sky as quickly as possible.

Resources:
The Shoulder Press
The Push Press
The Push Jerk

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Wednesday 250115

3 rounds for time of:
30 dumbbell push-ups
30 dumbbell box step-ups

For the push-up, place hands on the handle of each dumbbell.

♀ 20-inch box and 20-lb dumbbells
♂ 24-inch box and 35-lb dumbbells

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout has grunt work written all over it — it’s one of those where you just need to put your head down and grind. The goal is to complete this workout in 20 minutes or less. Choose an option for the push-up that allows you to perform consistent sets of at least 5-10 reps.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the dumbbells and the height of the box, then reduce the volume per set as needed.

To reduce the complexity of the push-up, perform them with your hands on the floor instead of on the dumbbells. If necessary, perform push-ups for the knees or with your hands elevated on a 30-inch box. For the dumbbell box step-ups, perform them with no weight to a lower target.

In case of injury or limitation, perform a single-arm dumbbell shoulder press in place of the push-up. For the dumbbell box step-up, perform these with no weight to a lower target or consider a lunge.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
30 dumbbell push-ups
30 dumbbell box step-ups

For the push-up, place hands on the handle of each dumbbell.

♀ 20-inch box and 15-lb dumbbells
♂ 24-inch box and 25-lb dumbbells

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
12 push-ups from the knees
12 dumbbell box step-ups

12-inch box and 10-lb dumbbells
20-inch box and 15-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
As soon as the speed of your push-up begins to slow, rest. While this may result in a greater number of rest breaks than is strictly necessary, only performing "fast" reps and not grinding through a handful of slow ones to finish a set can help avoid reaching failure and yield an overall faster time.

Resources:
A Fresh Take on the Lowly Push-Up
Dumbbell Box Step-Up

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Tuesday 250114

Gwen

15-12-9 reps for load of:
Clean and jerk

Touch and go at the floor only. Even a re-grip off the floor is a foul. No dumping. Use the same load for each set. Rest as needed between sets.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Most athletes should perform this benchmark workout as written. All athletes should focus on maintaining mechanics and consistency while increasing the loading. Warm up by adding weight slowly, ensuring you can maintain great technique prior to adding additional load. For the set of 15 reps, find a weight you feel confident performing for 10 reps. In the set of 15, reps 1-7 should be no problem, reps 8-12 will take some focus and challenge your barbell stamina, and reps 13-15 should challenge your mental fortitude and barbell technique as you get tired.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell to maintain the safety and integrity of the movement.

To reduce the complexity of the movement, reduce the loading and perform a hang clean and push press. Newer athletes should ignore the touch-and-go requirement and instead take a few seconds to establish a sound setup position.

In case of injury or limitation, use a dumbbell or pair of dumbbells. Use a hang power clean instead of a pull from the floor. If there is an overhead limitation, perform the clean only.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
12-9-6 reps for load of:
Clean and jerk

Coaching cues:
Think of the clean and jerk as two jumps. The first jump gets the barbell to the shoulders and the second jump gets the barbell overhead.

Resources:
The Clean and Jerk
The Power Clean and Split Jerk
Workout Tips for Gwen From 220821

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Friday 241227

2 rounds for time of:
50 alternating dumbbell snatches
50 wall-ball shots

♀ 35-lb dumbbell and 14-lb medicine ball to 9-foot target
♂ 50-lb dumbbell and 20-lb medicine ball to 10-foot target

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a short-to-moderate duration effort. The challenge is hanging on when you really want to rest. Aim to complete this effort in 15 minutes or less. Some advanced athletes may be able to go sub 10 minutes. Use a load for both movements that allows you to maintain large sets.

Scaling:
Reduce the overall volume by completing 20-30 reps for each movement. Reduce the loading of the dumbbell and medicine ball to maintain sets of 15 or more reps for intermediate athletes and 10 or more reps for beginners.

Reduce the complexity of the dumbbell snatch by performing a hang dumbbell snatch. As for the wall-ball shots, reduce the height of the target.

In case of injury or limitation, perform a single-arm dumbbell snatch on the unaffected arm. If there is an overhead limitation, perform a dumbbell clean or sumo deadlift high pull. For the wall-ball shots, perform a med-ball front squat if there is an overhead limitation or a med-ball push press if there is a squatting limitation.

Intermediate option:
2 rounds for time of:
50 alternating dumbbell snatches
50 wall-ball shots

25-lb dumbbell and 10-lb medicine ball to 9-foot target
35-lb dumbbell and 14-lb medicine ball to 10-foot target

Beginner option:
2 rounds for time of:
30 alternating dumbbell snatches
30 wall-ball shots

10-lb dumbbell and 6-lb medicine ball to 9-foot target
15-lb dumbbell and 10-lb medicine ball to 10-foot target

Coaching cues:
To maintain a better back position in the dumbbell snatch, focus on bracing your abdominals and maintaining an active shoulder as you return the dumbbell to the ground to begin the next repetition.

Resources:
The Dumbbell Snatch
The Wall-Ball Shot

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Wednesday 241225

12 rounds for time, starting with 1 and adding an exercise each round:
1 wall walk
2 candlestick rocks
3 burpees
4 push-ups
5 walking lunges
6 air squats
7 sit-ups
8 jumping squats
9 jumping lunges
10 broad jumps
11 handstand push-ups
12 single-leg squats

Perform this workout like the "12 Days of Christmas" song. In Round 1, perform 1 wall walk. In Round 2, perform 2 candlestick rocks, then 1 wall walk. In Round 3, perform 3 burpees, 2 candlestick rocks, and 1 wall walk. Continue adding a new exercise each round.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is all bodyweight movements. Scale the difficulty of each element so you can keep moving and perform the reps of each movement unbroken — more moving and less hook-gripping your shorts.

Scaling:
The exercises with the most reps are push-ups through jumping lunges — anywhere from 36 to 42 reps. Reduce the reps as needed or only perform the even rounds (i.e., in Round 1, perform 2 candlesticks, then 1 inchworm. In Round 2, complete 4 knee push-ups, 3 burpees, 2 candlesticks, then 1 inchworm. Continue adding two new exercises each even round).

To reduce the complexity of these bodyweight movements, reduce the range of motion. For example, on the wall walks, only take two steps toward the wall or perform an inchworm. On the burpees, perform an up-down. On the handstand push-ups, perform a dumbbell shoulder press or pike push-up. And for the single-leg squats, use a higher target or do an air squat.

In case of injury or limitation, substitute equipment to preserve the movement function as much as possible, or choose an alternative suitable for your situation.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
12 rounds for time, starting with 1 and adding an exercise each round:
1 inchworm
2 candlestick rocks
3 burpees
4 push-ups from the knees
5 walking lunges
6 air squats
7 sit-ups
8 jumping squats
9 jumping lunges
10 broad jumps
11 dumbbell shoulder presses
12 box step-ups

10-lb dumbbell, 12-inch box
15-lb dumbbell, 20-inch box

Perform the workout like the "12 Days of Christmas" song. In Round 1, perform 1 inchworm. In Round 2, perform 2 candlesticks, then 1 inchworm. In Round 3, perform 3 burpees, 2 candlesticks, then 1 inchworm. Continue adding a new exercise each round.

Coaching cues:
As you lower yourself to the bottom of an air squat, think about grabbing the floor with your toes and “screwing” your feet into the ground. This will keep your knees tracking your toes and your entire foot in contact with the ground.

Resources:
The Wall Walk
Candlestick Conditioning Drills
The Burpee
The Push-Up
The Walking Lunge
The Air Squat
The AbMat Sit-Up
The Broad Jump
The Kipping Handstand Push-Up
The Single-Leg Squat
Push-Up on the Knees
The Dumbbell Press
The Box Step-Up

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Monday 241216

50-35-20 reps for time of:
Hand-release push-ups
Row calories

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Stimulus and Strategy: Today’s workout is a play on last Monday’s effort. It’s also a sprint. Both workouts are simple gymnastics movements followed by a sprint on a piece of monostructural equipment. However, last Monday was a pulling gymnastics function and today is pressing. Like last week, do not “game” the workout. Move as quickly as possible through the push-ups and the row. Choose options that allow you to finish in 12 minutes or less.

Scaling: Reduce the reps of both the hand-release push-ups and the calories on the rower to keep the round of 50 under 3 minutes for each movement. Perform the hand-release push-ups from the knees or perform regular push-ups with your hands on a stable 30-inch box and your feet on the floor. In case of injury or limitation, perform a single-arm dumbbell floor press in place of the hand-release push-up. If you do not have a rower, choose any other machine or run 400/300/200 meters, respectively.

Intermediate option:
35-25-15 reps for time of:
Hand-release push-ups
Row calories

Beginner option:
20-15-10 reps for time of:
Hand-release push-ups from the knees
Row calories

Coaching cues: In the push-up, the entire body should travel up and down together. To ensure the upper and lower body are connected, squeeze your quads, glutes, and abdominals throughout the movement.

Resources:
A Fresh Take on the Lowly Push-Up
Rowing Technique Tips

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Friday 241206

5 rounds for total reps:
1-minute shuttle run
1-minute rope climb to 15 feet
1-minute hang power snatches
1-minute rest

25 feet out and 25 feet back = 1 shuttle run.

♀ 105 lb
♂ 155 lb

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Scaling:
Today’s workout is a grippy breather. Expect to be out of breath and your grip to be taxed. The loading of the barbell should allow you to hang on for at least 5 reps before needing a break. Less-experienced athletes should attempt rope climbs even if they only get 1 rep. This is a great opportunity to practice and develop confidence and technique. Work hard and have fun!

Intermediate option:
5 rounds for total reps:
1-minute shuttle run
1-minute rope climb to 12 feet
1-minute hang power snatches
1-minute rest

For the shuttle runs, 25 feet out and 25 feet back = 1 shuttle run.

65 lb
95 lb

Beginner option:
5 rounds for total reps:
1-minute shuttle run
1-minute pull-to-stands
1-minute hang power snatches
1-minute rest

For the shuttle runs, 25 feet out and 25 feet back = 1 shuttle run.

35 lb
45 lb

Coaching cues:
On the setup of the hang power snatch, consider hinging at the hips and keeping your shoulders over the barbell. This will give you more leverage over the barbell and allow you to perform more unbroken reps.

Resources:
The Rope Climb (Wrapping)
The Rope Climb (Basket)
The Hang Power Snatch
Modified Rope Climb (Pull-to-Stands)
The Grip-Saving Way To Rope Climb

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Friday 241129

Complete as many reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
75/100-calorie row
30 box jumps
30 jumping pull-ups
30 kettlebell swings
30 lunges
30 knees-to-elbows
30 push presses
30 hip extensions
30 wall-ball shots
30 burpees
30 double-unders

♀ 20-inch box, 26-lb kettlebell, 35-lb push press, 14-lb medicine ball to 9 feet
♂ 24-inch box, 35-lb kettlebell, 45-lb push press, 20-lb medicine ball to 10 feet

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Scaling:
Today’s workout is a classic chipper-style effort. Some may recognize it as the “Dirty Thirty” with an added row to begin the workout. The goal is to make it as far through this workout as possible within the allotted time. Some may even finish the double-unders and get an opportunity to get back on the rower. However, most should aim to make it to the wall-ball shots and get as many reps as possible before time runs out. To hit this stimulus, the row should take no more than 6 minutes to complete. Every other movement after should be kept to 1:30 or less.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
50/75-calorie row
30 box jumps
30 jumping pull-ups
30 kettlebell swings
30 lunges
30 knees-to-chests
30 push presses
30 hip extensions
30 wall-ball shots
30 burpees
30 double-unders

♀ 20-inch box, 26-lb kettlebell, 35-lb push press, 10-lb medicine ball to 9 feet
♂ 24-inch box, 35-lb kettlebell, 45-lb push press, 14-lb medicine ball to 10 feet

Beginner option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
35/50-calorie row
20 box step-ups
20 jumping pull-ups
20 kettlebell swings
20 lunges
20 hanging knee raises
20 push presses
20 good mornings (unweighted)
20 wall-ball shots
20 burpees
20 single-unders

12-inch box, 18-lb kettlebell, 35-lb push press, 6-lb medicine ball to 9 feet
20-inch box, 26-lb kettlebell, 45-lb push press, 10-lb medicine ball to 10 feet

Coaching cues:
In the dip of the push press, your torso should be vertical with your shoulders and hips stacked over your ankles. As you dip, think about sliding your knees forward slightly as your shoulders and hips drop straight down over your ankles.

Resources:
Rowing
The Box Jump
Jumping Pull-Up Progression
The Kettlebell Swing
The Walking Lunge
Knees-to-Elbows Progression
The Push Press
The GHD Hip Extension
The Wall-Ball Shot
The Burpee
The Double-Under
Kipping Hanging Knee Raise
The Good Morning

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Tuesday 241126

Barbara

5 rounds, each for time, of:
20 pull-ups
30 push-ups
40 sit-ups
50 squats

Rest precisely 3 minutes between rounds.

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Scaling:
Today’s workout is a classic benchmark effort. The goal is to maintain a relatively consistent time in each round. If unable to finish each movement in 3 sets or less, decrease the reps by 5-10 per movement. You should also be able to complete a single round in 5 minutes or less if you are going to attempt this workout as prescribed.

Intermediate option:
5 rounds, each for time, of:
10 pull-ups
20 push-ups
30 sit-ups
40 squats

Rest precisely 3 minutes between rounds.

Beginner option:
3 rounds, each for time, of:
10 ring rows
15 push-ups from the knees
20 sit-ups
25 squats

Rest precisely 3 minutes between rounds.

Coaching cues:
Avoid the “snakey” push-up. Your entire body should move up and down as a single unit. To do so, squeeze your thighs, glutes, and abs as you move through each push-up.

Resources:
The Kipping Pull-Up
The Push-Up
The AbMat Sit-Up
The Air Squat
The Ring Row
The Push-Up From the Knees

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Wednesday 241120

3 rounds for time of:
400/500-meter row
120 double-unders
40 GHD hip extensions

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Scaling:
The name of the game in today’s workout is consistency — be smooth on the rower, in control on the double-unders, and knock out bigger chunks of reps on the GHD. All athletes should aim to keep this workout under 20 minutes. More advanced athletes are challenged to go 15 minutes or less. If you are not accustomed to the GHD, look to reduce reps and range of motion. Athletes who are working on their double-unders should spend no more than 2 minutes working with the jump rope in each round.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
400/500-meter row
2 minutes of double-under attempts
25 GHD hip extensions

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
200/250-meter row
60 single-unders
20 good mornings (PVC or empty barbell)

Coaching cues:
Imagine a string between your sternum and your belly button. If those two landmarks stay far away from each other, the string stays tight. When those two landmarks get closer together, the string is loose. During the GHD hip extensions, keep the string tight.

Resources:
Rowing Technique Tips
The Double-Under
The GHD Hip Extension
The Single-Under
The Good Morning

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Friday 241115

5 rounds for time:
18/25-calorie row
25 burpees over the rower

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Scaling:
Today’s workout is a gut check. Find a pace on both the rower and the burpees you can maintain and keep yourself moving. Going out “hot” on the rower does you no good if your pace slows down your burpees. Most can perform the movements as prescribed, however, consider a combination of reps and calories that allows you to finish a round in 4 minutes or less.

Intermediate option:
5 rounds for time:
15/20-calorie row
20 burpees over the rower

Beginner option:
5 rounds for time:
7/10-calorie row
10 burpees over the rower

Coaching cues:
On the burpees, stay low as you transition from one side of the rower to the next. This will decrease your cycle time.

Resources:
Rowing
Lateral Burpee Over the Rower | CrossFit Movement Demo

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Friday 241108

3 rounds for time of:
35 GHD sit-ups
70 double-unders
400-meter run

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Scaling:
Today’s workout is a bit of a midline burner. Expect the GHD sit-ups to challenge your posture for the double-unders and the run. This will force you to put extra emphasis on maintaining better posture and a rigid midline throughout the workout. With that said, if you are not accustomed to the GHD, you should consider scaling the reps and range of motion. If you struggle with double-unders, do not spend more than 2 minutes working on this movement. Instead, spend the 2 minutes accumulating attempts and then move on to the run after time is up.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
25 GHD sit-ups to parallel
40 double-unders
400-meter run

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
20 sit-ups
40 single-unders
200-meter run

Coaching cues:
As your midline gets fatigued, you might begin to “slouch” with your posture on your double-unders. This makes it difficult to breathe and recover. Focus on keeping a forward gaze and being as upright as possible when you are performing double-unders.

Resources:
The GHD Sit-Up
The Double-Under
Training the GHD Sit-Up
Master the Movement: Double-Unders

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Tuesday 241029

4 rounds for time of:
500-meter row
50 dumbbell box step-ups

♀ 15-lb dumbbells and 20-inch box
♂ 25-lb dumbbells and 24-inch box

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Scaling:
Today’s workout is a grind. Expect this effort to fall in the moderate-to-longer time domain with most around the 20-minute mark. The goal is to move at a pace on the rower that allows you to hang on to the dumbbells for all 50 reps of the step-ups. The dumbbell weight should be relatively light and begin to tax your grip around the 30- to 40-rep range. If you are having to put the dumbbells down multiple times in each set, the dumbbells are too heavy. If you want to make this workout “spicier,” pick up the pace on the rower.

Intermediate option:
4 rounds for time of:
500-meter row
50 dumbbell box step-ups

10-lb dumbbells and 20-inch box
15-lb dumbbells and 24-inch box

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
300-meter row
30 box step-ups

♀ 20-inch box
♂ 24-inch box

Coaching cues:
To speed up cycle time on the box step-ups, whatever foot steps down last is the foot you should step-up with first on the next rep.

Resources:
Rowing
Dumbbell Box Step-Up
The Box Step-Up

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Saturday 241012

3 rounds for time of:
50 push-ups
50-meter front-rack walking lunge

♀ 75 lb
♂ 115 lb

Scaling:
Today’s workout is a grind. The effort is all about completing one more rep and one more step forward. A single round should be completed in 7 minutes or less. Scale the number of push-ups per round if you can not perform 12-14 reps per minute. The loading of the barbell should be light. Try to hang on for as long as possible without putting it down. Keep the completion of each lunge to 3 sets or less.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
30 push-ups
50-meter front-rack walking lunge

65 lb
95 lb

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
20 push-ups from the knees
25-meter walking lunge

Coaching cues:
Everything goes down and comes up together in the push-up. Squeeze your stomach, your quads, and your glutes as you press off the floor.

Resources:
The Push-Up
The Front-Rack Lunge

Saturday 241005

For time:
100 double-unders
50 GHD sit-ups
25 power cleans
50 GHD sit-ups
100 double-unders

♀ 105 lb
♂ 155 lb

Scaling:
Today’s workout is a pyramid-style workout with a moderately loaded barbell sandwiched between a few bodyweight movements. The management of the power cleans in this workout should be much different from yesterday's squat snatch workout. Today, the loading should allow you to perform a combination of touch-and-go reps and fast singles. Push to finish the power cleans in 3 minutes or less. As for the GHD sit-ups, if you are not regularly performing this movement, you should scale the reps and range of motion.

Intermediate option:
For time:
50 double-unders
30 GHD sit-ups to parallel
25 power cleans
30 GHD sit-ups to parallel
50 double-unders

75 lb
115 lb

Beginner option:
For time:
50 single-unders
25 sit-ups
15 power cleans
25 sit-ups
50 single-unders

35 lb
45 lb

Coaching cues:
Relax the quads when you are seated on the GHD. The knees should be bent as you lay back, then squeeze the quads, drive the heels down, and reach for the foot pads to complete the sit-up. This happens on every rep.

Resources:
The Double-Under
The GHD Sit-Up
The Power Clean
Training the GHD Sit-Up

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