Saturday 250524

Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
200/250-meter row
25-foot handstand walk
10 dumbbell box step-overs
25-foot handstand walk

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

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is meant to be lower volume while keeping the intensity high in preparation for those doing a Hero workout or Murph on Monday. Use options that allow you to complete about 4 rounds. Athletes who want to push the pace could certainly complete around 6 rounds. Work hard today and have fun.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the dumbbells. Reduce the distance of the handstand walk.

To reduce the complexity of the handstand walk, perform shoulder taps in the pike position or perform bear crawls. For the dumbbell step-overs, reduce the height of the box.

In case of injury or limitation, perform a 500/700-meter Echo bike or a 200-meter run. For the dumbbell step-overs, perform this movement with no weight and reduce the height of the box.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
200/250-meter row
20 shoulder taps in the pike position
10 dumbbell box step-overs
20 shoulder taps in the pike position

15-lb dumbbells and a 20-inch box
25-lb dumbbells and a 24-inch box

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
200/250-meter row
25-foot bear crawl
10 box step-overs
25-foot bear crawl

12-inch box
20-inch box

Coaching cues:
During the handstand walk, think about pushing your hands into the floor and touching your toes to the ceiling.

Resources:
Rowing
The Handstand Walk
Dumbbell Box Step-Over
Box Step-Over
The Bear Crawl

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Thursday 250410

Rest Day

Featured Article

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The Pareto Principle, or the 80/20 rule, suggests that 80% of results come from 20% of efforts. CrossFit embodies this principle by focusing on high-intensity, functional movements, constant variance, and mixed-modality workouts to deliver maximum fitness gains efficiently. Unlike traditional training that prioritizes volume, CrossFit optimizes intensity to drive adaptation, ensuring long-term progress without excessive time investment. With proper nutrition as its foundation, CrossFit’s methodology enables athletes to achieve elite fitness levels in less time, leaving them more opportunities to enjoy life outside the gym.

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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 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

Post time to the comments.

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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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

Visit the CrossFit Games website for full details, including Scaled, Foundations (beginner), and Age-Group variations of the workout.

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.

Compare to 210928.

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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Wednesday 250129

Open Workout 19.3

For time:
200-foot dumbbell overhead lunge
50 dumbbell box step-ups
50 strict handstand push-ups
200-foot handstand walk

♀ 35-lb dumbbell and a 20-inch box
♂ 50-lb dumbbell and a 24-inch box

Post time to comments.

Compare to 190308.

Stimulus and Strategy:
The 2025 Open is right around the corner and today’s workout is a retest of a previous Open workout. If you have completed this workout before, check your score. There is no time cap on today’s effort, however, the goal is to finish in 15 minutes or less.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the dumbbell and the height of the box. Reduce volume of handstand push-ups to something you can complete in 10 sets or less. Athletes can also reduce the distance of both the lunges and the handstand walk.

To reduce the complexity of the lunge and the step-ups, consider performing both or either without a dumbbell. If you cannot perform a strict handstand push-up, use an elevated stable riser as a target, or perform a pike push-up, dumbbell shoulder press, or a push-up. For the handstand walk, consider putting your feet on a box and walking two to three times around the box on your hands or substituting with a bear crawl. You can also perform inchworms as another option.

In case of injury or limitation, perform the lunge with the dumbbell in the front rack position or without a dumbbell. Same for the box step-ups — perform these without a dumbbell or to a lower box. For the strict handstand push-up, consider a single-arm shoulder press or push-up from the knees. For the handstand walk, you could perform a bear crawl. If necessary, performing 20 to 30 calories on any machine is also an option.

Intermediate option:
For time:
200-foot dumbbell front-rack lunge
50 dumbbell box step-ups
50 strict handstand push-ups to a 5-inch riser
200-foot bear crawl

♀ 35-lb dumbbell and a 20-inch box
♂ 50-lb dumbbell and a 24-inch box

Beginner option:
For time:
200-foot dumbbell front-rack lunge
50 dumbbell box step-ups
50 double-dumbbell shoulder presses
200-foot bear crawl

10-lb dumbbell and a 12-inch box
20-lb dumbbell and a 20-inch box

Coaching cues:
On the strict handstand push-ups, focus on lowering your head to a position in front of your hands. Then, as soon as your head touches the ground, squeeze your belly, press through the floor, and push your head in line with your arms.

Resources:
Open Workout 19.3
The Dumbbell Overhead Walking Lunge
Dumbbell Box Step-Up
The Strict Handstand Push-Up
The Handstand Walk
The Dumbbell Front-Rack Lunge
The Dumbbell Press
The Bear Crawl

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Thursday 250123

Rest Day

Featured Article

From Step-Ups to Deadlifts: How Midline Stability Can Transform Your CrossFit Training

CrossFit prioritizes effective and functional core training as part of its commitment to forging elite fitness. Unlike programs that focus on flashy, high-repetition ab exercises, CrossFit emphasizes midline stabilization — the ability to maintain a neutral spine and resist unwanted trunk movements —through compound, isometric, and functional movements. Core strength is developed primarily through foundational movements, Olympic lifts, and single-limb exercises that challenge the spine's ability to stabilize under load. Additional complementary exercises isolate and strengthen specific core muscles, ensuring a comprehensive approach to injury prevention and performance enhancement. By prioritizing core stability over superficial "core work," CrossFit prepares athletes for the demands of sport, combat, and life.

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Friday 250103

For time:
1,600-meter run
300-foot handstand walk
24 power snatches

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

Post time to comments.

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a longer-duration chipper. All athletes should aim to complete this effort in 20 minutes or less. The loading of the barbell is meant to be moderately heavy. This means for most, singles will be the most effective way to get through the reps. This load should also allow you to complete at least 4 reps per minute. For the handstand walk, choose an option that allows you to keep moving and advancing. Work hard and have fun with this one.

Scaling:
Reduce the distance of the run and handstand walk. Reduce the load of the barbell. If you are new to handstand walking, scale the distance or spend no more than 5 minutes working to accumulate as much distance as possible.

To reduce the complexity of the handstand walk, perform shoulder taps in the pike position or perform a bear crawl. For the power snatches, perform these from the hang position or use a dumbbell.

In case of injury or limitation, perform a 3,500/5,000-meter Echo bike or 1,600/2,000-meter row in place of the run. For the handstand walk, work to accumulate a 2-minute plank hold. For the power snatches, perform a single-arm dumbbell snatch or a clean if there is an overhead limitation.

Intermediate option:
For time:
1,600-meter run
150-foot handstand walk
24 power snatches

95 lb
135 lb

Beginner option:
For time:
800-meter run
150-foot bear crawl
24 power snatches

35 lb
45 lb

Coaching cues:
As you walk on your hands, think about pressing your hands down into the floor with each "step.” Actively pushing down, as if trying to squish the ground underneath your palms, helps keep your arms straight and shoulders stable to keep you on your hands for longer distances.

Resources:
Running Drills With Brian MacKenzie: Part 1
The Handstand Walk
The Power Snatch
The Bear Crawl

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Friday 241213

Jack

Complete as many rounds as possible in 20 minutes of:
10 push presses
10 kettlebell swings
10 box jumps

♀ 75-lb barbell, 35-lb kettlebell, and 20-inch box
♂115-lb barbell, 53-lb kettlebell, and 24-inch box

Compare to 221029.

Post rounds and reps to comments.

Army Staff Sgt. Jack M. Martin III, 26, of Bethany, Oklahoma, assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group, Fort Lewis, Washington, died Sept. 29, 2009, in Jolo Island, Philippines, from the detonation of an improvised explosive device. Martin is survived by his wife Ashley; parents Jack and Cheryl; and siblings Abe, Mandi, Amber, and Abi.

Scaling:
For today’s Hero workout, reduce the weight on the push presses and kettlebell swings, and the height of the box so you can perform each exercise unbroken with minimal rest during transitions. Don’t let the load keep you from moving — the goal is constant movement for the duration of the workout.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 20 minutes of:
10 push presses
10 kettlebell swings
10 box jumps

65-lb barbell, 35-lb kettlebell, 20-inch box
95-lb presses, 53-lb kettlebell, 24-inch box

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 20 minutes of:
10 push presses
10 kettlebell swings
10 box step-ups

35-lb barbell, 18-lb kettlebell, 12-inch box ♂ 45-lb barbell, 26-lb kettlebell, 20-inch box

Coaching cues:
To speed up the kettlebell swings, focus on pulling the bell back into the starting position between your legs.

Resources:
The Push Press
The Kettlebell Swing
The Box Jump
The Box Step-Up
Class Demo: Jack From 221029
CrossFit Hero and Tribute Workouts

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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.

Post times to comments.

Compare to 220111.

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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Tuesday 241112

For time:

15 ring muscle-ups
50-foot handstand walk
12 ring muscle-ups
100-foot handstand walk
9 ring muscle-ups
150-foot handstand walk

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Scaling:
Today’s workout is a gymnastics endurance and stamina tester. Expect both the muscle-ups and the handstand walk to not play nicely with one another. With that in mind, consider your strategy for this workout. Do you go unbroken on the muscle-ups? If you do, do you have the pressing stamina to kick right up and start your handstand walk? Or are you better off breaking up your muscle-ups to preserve more gas in the tank for the handstand walk? These are questions you need to consider. Take fatigue into consideration. If you need an extra break before kicking up into a handstand or jumping up on the rings, do it. You know your body best.

Intermediate option:
For time:
9 ring muscle-ups
60-second handstand walk for distance
6 ring muscle-ups
90-second handstand walk for distance

883 ring muscle-ups
120-second handstand walk for distance

Beginner option:
For time:
9 low-ring muscle-up transitions
50-foot bear crawl
6 low-ring muscle-up transitions
100-foot bear crawl
3 low-ring muscle-up transitions
150-foot bear crawl

Coaching cues:
Delay the transition a little longer than you want to. This means letting your hips and momentum in the swing carry you as high as possible before transitioning to the bottom of the dip. This will help you last longer and maybe help you get a few extra reps.

Resources:
The Kipping Muscle-Up
The Handstand Walk
Low Ring Muscle-Up Tips | CrossFit Coaching Tips
The Bear Crawl
A New Way to Work Toward Muscle-Ups
Handstand Walk Progression With Austin Malleolo

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Wednesday 240925

Annie With a Twist

In 15 minutes:
For time:
50-40-30-20-10
Double-unders
25-20-15-10-5
Toes-to-bars
*Complete 3 snatches after each round

Then, in the remaining time, work up to a heavy snatch.

♀ 95 lb
♂ 135 lb

Post time and load in comments.

Scaling:
Try to relax on the double-unders. If needed, build in planned breaks on the sets of 50 and 40 double-unders to prevent shoulder fatigue and moderate your heart rate. If you get caught tripping up, take a second to relax and reset. For the toes-to-bars, pick a number you can repeat under fatigue with a quick break. The snatches should be a weight you can touch and go all 3 reps, but we recommend singles. This should be a weight you can power snatch. Focus on smooth, efficient reps, then get right back to your jump rope.

Once you finish the workout, don't rush to add weight to the barbell. Take a few deep breaths to recover and bring your heart rate down as you start building. Focus on perfect form for each rep and a big leg drive since you will be fatigued from the prior work. The goal is to finish the first part in 10 minutes to give you at least 5 minutes to hit a few lifts building in weight.

Intermediate option:
In 15 minutes:
50-40-30-20-10 reps for time of:
Double-unders
Sit-ups
*Complete 3 snatches after each round

Then, in the remaining time, work up to a heavy snatch.

65 lb
95 lb

Beginner option:
In 15 minutes:
For time:
80-60-40-20
Single-unders
20-15-10-5
Sit-ups
*Complete 3 snatches after each round

Then, in the remaining time, work up to a heavy snatch.

35 lb
45 lb

Coaching cues: In the double-under, flick the wrist down toward the ground on each jump. If you bring the wrist up while you jump up, you make the rope shorter and there is a greater chance of missing the rep. You jump up while the wrist and arms go down.

Resources:
The Double-Under
The AbMat Sit-Up
The Power Snatch
The Power of Progression, Part 4: Using Progression

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Monday 240916

Meet Guest Programmers - Kristi and Patrick O’Connell: Sept 16-29, 2024.

20 rounds for time of:
2 power cleans
3 box jumps
4 chest-to-bar pull-ups

♀ 125 lb and 20-inch box
♂ 185 lb and 24-inch box

Post time to comments.

Scaling:
Today’s workout is a short rep scheme, but a high volume of rounds. Even though the sets are small, it is still a fairly high volume of each movement: 40 power cleans, 60 box jumps, and 80 chest-to-bar pull-ups.

Focus on smooth (not fast) movement and quick transitions. Check the clock after your first round — the goal is to set one pace you can keep consistent over all 20 rounds. This is a great mental and physical test! We suggest all singles on the cleans, and to step down off the box to help manage your heart rate. Aim to keep rounds under 1:10 or less. The elite will be able to keep rounds under 50 seconds.

Intermediate option:
20 rounds for time of:
2 power cleans
3 box jumps
4 pull-ups

95 lb and 20-inch box
135 lb and 24-inch box

Beginner option:
12 rounds for time of:
2 power cleans
3 box step-ups
4 ring rows

65 lb and 12-inch box
95 lb and 20-inch box

Coaching cues:
Widen your grip slightly on the chest-to-bar pull-ups and try to extend your upper body toward the bar. This will reduce the range of motion a little and make it easier for you to get your chest to the bar.

Resources:
The Power Clean
The Box Jump
The Kipping Chest-to-Bar Pull-Up
The Box Step-Up
The Ring Row

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Sunday 240908

Rest Day

Featured Article:
Three Important Ab Exercises

The value of the glute-ham developer (GHD) sit-up, hollow rock, and L-sit as effective exercises for abdominal and hip flexor development cannot be understated. Some believe these movements, particularly the GHD sit-up, are harmful or ineffective for targeting the abs. This article emphasizes the importance of correct form and muscle engagement to reap the full benefits, such as improved midline stabilization, shoulder strength, and hip flexor function. In many conventional fitness programs, crunches are the staple. In CrossFit, we recommend a balanced approach that includes hip extension exercises like squats and deadlifts to complement abdominal training.

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Monday 240902

For time:
200-meter row
30-second plank hold
400-meter row
1-minute plank hold
600-meter row
1.5-minute plank hold
800-meter row
2-minute plank hold
1,000-meter row
2.5-minute plank hold

Post time to comments.

Scaling:
Today’s workout is an increasing ladder of rowing and plank holds. Expect the plank holds to be much more challenging after rowing. Your goal should be to push the pace on each row and go unbroken on the plank holds. Perform the plank holds from your toes and forearms or with straight arms. Scale to your knees if you cannot hold from your toes for at least 30 seconds.

Intermediate option:
For time:
200-meter row
20-second plank hold
400-meter row
40-second plank hold
600-meter row
60-second plank hold
800-meter row
80-second plank hold
1,000-meter row
100-second plank hold

Beginner option:
For time:
100-meter row
20-second plank hold from the knees
200-meter row
30-second plank hold from the knees
300-meter row
40-second plank hold from the knees
400-meter row
50-second plank hold from the knees
500-meter row
60-second plank hold from the knees

Resources:
Rowing Technique Tips
Plank Hold
Plank Variations

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Tuesday 240827

Back squat 1-1-1-1-1-1-1 reps

Goal is 85% and above on every set

Rest 3 to 4 minutes between sets.

Post loads to comments.

Scaling:
The goal here is to start heavy and stay heavy. For those who know their recent max, holding 85% and above will be a great challenge. For all athletes, and particularly those who are newer to strength days, work at a weight that is challenging, but still enables you to maintain sound mechanics.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
Back squat 3-3-3-3-3-3 reps

To make a lift more challenging, add an active pause at the bottom of the squat instead of increasing the weight. Strength will come from the quality and the time under tension, rather than from a heavier load on a single squat, especially if you load suboptimal positions.

Resources:
The Back Squat

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Saturday 240824

With a partner, on a running clock, for time:

At 0:00
10 rounds each:
7/10-calorie Assault bike

Rest

At 12:00
5 rounds each:
30 wall-ball shots

♀ 14 lb
♂ 20 lb

Post time to comments.

Scaling:
The goal is to finish the bike calories in under 30 seconds in each round, including transition time. You should be aiming to complete the first part in 10 minutes or less. Adjust the calories as needed to have a solid 15- to 20-second sprint each round.

The second portion is intended to be unbroken and done in 1 minute per round per person. Adjust the number of reps to challenge each partner to go hard.

Intermediate option:
With a partner, on a running clock, for time:

At 0:00
10 rounds each:
5/8-calorie Assault bike

Rest

At 12:00
5 rounds each:
20 wall-ball shots

♀ 14 lb
♂ 20 lb

Beginner option:
With a partner, on a running clock, for time:

At 0:00
10 rounds each:
20-second effort on Assault bike

Rest

At 12:00
5 rounds each:
10 wall-ball shots

6 lb
10 lb

Resources:
Air Bike Setup
Rogue Echo Bike
The Wall-Ball Shot

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Monday 240812

5 rounds for total reps:

On a 2-minute clock:
20/25-calorie Echo bike
Max deadlifts in the remaining time
Rest 4 minutes between rounds.

♀ 205 lb
♂ 275 lb

Post reps to comments.

Scaling:
Lifting moderate to heavy loads under duress is a skill, and today’s workout aims to practice just that. This effort is meant to be five sprints with plenty of rest between rounds. Push to finish the calories as quickly as possible, and then work to accumulate as many reps as possible on the deadlift. Expect the barbell to feel heavier than you want it to after finishing on the bike. This is by design. Athletes should choose a weight that allows them to perform at least 5 reps in each round. All athletes should not let their intensity overshadow the importance of lifting with proper technique. Find a load with which you can maintain proper form, even when you are pushing your intensity.

Intermediate option:
5 rounds for total reps:

On a 2-minute clock:
15/20-calorie Echo bike
Max deadlifts in the remaining time
Rest 4 minutes between rounds.

135 lb
205 lb

Beginner option:
5 rounds for total reps:

On a 2-minute clock:
8/12-calorie Echo bike
Max deadlifts in the remaining time
Rest 4 minutes between rounds.

65 lb
95 lb

Coaching cues:
Before lifting the bar off the ground, consider your deadlift setup: Your hands should be shoulder width, your feet should be between hip- and shoulder-width with your heels down, your shoulders should be slightly in front of the bar, and your chest should be up with a solid lumbar curve.

Resources:
The Rogue Echo Bike
The Deadlift

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Tuesday 240709

For load:
10-10-7-7-4-4-1-1
Back squat

Post load to comments.

Compare to 240105.

Scaling:
Build throughout the 8 sets, starting with something moderately heavy and finishing with a very heavy single. Remember that “heavy” is relative to each athlete. A heavy load requires all your focus and effort.

– A heavy set of 10 reps should be around 50-60%+.
– A heavy set of 7 reps should be around 60-70%.
– A heavy set of 4 reps should be around 70-80%.
– A heavy single for today should be 80%+.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx'd.

Beginner option:
Back squat 10-7-4-1 reps

Coaching cues:
Fight through the sticking point — drive your heels down, push your knees apart, and let your chest lead you to the top.

Resources:
The Back Squat
Heavy Days
Heavy Day: Full Class Coaching Demonstration

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Tuesday 240625

Guest Programmer – Christian Harris
June 24-July 7, 2024

50-40-30 reps for time of:
GHD sit-ups
Calories on the ski erg
* Complete a 100-foot handstand walk after each set.

Scaling:
Today’s workout will test your ability to handstand walk under a good amount of midline fatigue. The goal here is to keep your sets on the GHD sit-ups to 4 sets or less and ski-erg calories at a pace that allows you to kick up into the handstand walk with minimal transition time. Consider modifying the handstand walk to either a bear crawl for the same distance or 5-4-3 reps of wall walks. Some may experience a bit of “vertigo” due to the repetitive up-and-down movements. If you don’t have experience with this combination of movements, consider reducing the reps of the sit-ups and calories on the ski erg, and the distance on the handstand walk.

Intermediate option:
30-20-10 reps for time of:
GHD sit-ups to parallel
Calories on the ski erg
* Complete a 50-foot handstand walk after each set.

Beginner option:
20-15-10 reps for time of:
Sit-ups
Calories on the ski erg
* Complete a 50-foot bear crawl after each set.

Resources:
The GHD Sit-up
Training the GHD Sit-up
The Handstand Walk
The AbMat Sit-up
The Bear Crawl
The Wall Walk

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Saturday 240615

3 rounds for time of:
10 muscle-ups
10 forward rolls
20 alternating single-leg squats
20-meter handstand walk

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Scaling:
Today’s workout is a bit off the beaten path and will definitely get you out of your comfort zone. This workout is a true expression of coordination, agility, accuracy, and balance (the neurological skills in the 10 general physical skills). Without these skills, learning new movements and connecting the dots becomes very difficult. For most, expect this workout to be on the slower, less-intense side of fitness — this is OK. Today is a great day to practice skills and challenge yourself with new movements. Less-experienced athletes should reduce the difficulty of each movement, but maintain the movement function to the best of their ability (e.g., scale the handstand walk to a bear crawl). Have fun today!

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
5 muscle-ups
10 forward rolls
20 alternating single-leg squats
10-meter handstand walk

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
5 low-ring muscle-up transitions
5 forward rolls
20 alternating reverse lunges
10-meter bear crawl

Resources:
The Muscle-up
The Forward Roll
The Single-leg Squat
The Handstand Walk
The Bear Crawl

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Featured photo:
Bear Crawls at the 2022 CrossFit Games Mock Affiliate

Friday 240614

"The Chief" in honor and recognition of all past and present CPOs

Max rounds in 3 minutes of:
3 power cleans
6 push-ups
9 air squats

♀ 95 lb
♂ 135 lb

Rest 1 minute. Repeat for a total of 5 cycles.

Post rounds completed for each of the 5 cycles to comments.

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Each year in the United States Navy, a highly qualified and elite cadre of Sailors are selected and promoted to the join the ranks of Chief Petty Officer. Since 1893, "The Chiefs" have been relied upon by subordinates and superiors alike for their personal example, technical expertise and above all, their unique leadership capabilities. As the induction process for newly selected Chief Petty Officers is now underway throughout the U.S. Navy, we thought it appropriate to inaugurate "The Chief" in honor and recognition of all past and present CPOs. Thanks to them and their families for their self-sacrifice, ability to adapt, tireless dedication to mission, and devotion to country.

Scaling:
Today we have a benchmark workout that was introduced in September of 2008. The goal is to choose options that allow you to perform at least 3 rounds per cycle. The load of the barbell should be relatively light and allow for touch-and-go reps. Push the gas pedal down on this workout and try to hang on while maintaining full range of motion for each movement. Can anyone reach 30 rounds? Less-experienced athletes should reduce the load and the total number of cycles. Let’s get after it today!

Intermediate option:
Max rounds in 3 minutes of:
3 power cleans
6 push-ups
9 air squats

85 lb
125 lb

Rest 1 minute. Repeat for a total of 5 cycles.

Beginner option:
Max rounds in 3 minutes of:
3 power cleans
6 push-ups from the knees
9 air squats

35 lb
45 lb

Rest 1 minute. Repeat for a total of 3 cycles.

Resources:
The Power Clean
The Push-up
The Air Squat

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Featured photo:
Taken by RXdPhotography in London, England.

Saturday 240601

For time:
150 double-unders
125 sit-ups
100 box step-ups
75 deadlifts
50 burpees
25 strict handstand push-ups

♀ 20-inch box and 75-lb barbell
♂ 24-inch box and 115-lb barbell

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Scaling:
Today’s effort is chipper-style and extends into the longer time domain. Advanced athletes can push to finish in sub-18 minutes. However, expect most to complete this challenge in the 20- to 25-minute range. Choose scaling options that allow you to keep moving through the higher volume of reps. The load of the barbell should be light and allow you to perform at least 15-20 reps unbroken.

Intermediate option:
For time:
100 double-unders
90 sit-ups
80 box step-ups
75 deadlifts
50 burpees
25 pike push-ups

♀ 20-inch box and 65-lb barbell
♂ 24-inch box and 95-lb barbell

Beginner option:
For time:
80 single-unders
40 sit-ups
40 box step-ups
40 deadlifts
30 burpees
20 dumbbell shoulder presses

♀ 12-inch box, 55-lb barbell, and 15-lb dumbbells
♂ 20-inch box, 75-lb barbell, and 20-lb dumbbells

Resources:
The Double-under
The AbMat Sit-up
The Box Step-up
The Deadlift
The Burpee
The Strict Handstand Push-up
The Dumbbell Press

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Read: "How To Watch the 2024 CrossFit Semifinals"

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Monday 240506

Guest Programmer – Rob Lawson
April 30-May 12, 2024

For load:
Deadlift 5-5-5-5-5 reps

Finisher:
On a 10-minute clock, build to a heavy Turkish get-up.

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Scaling:
Today we’re hitting 5 heavy sets of 5 deadlifts. Allocate a decent amount of time to build up to 80-85% of your 1-rep-max, and then start the heavy sets. If you are moving well, increase the weight each round and aim to hit a new PR around set 4 or 5. You may also stick to the same weight across the board or pyramid up and down in load. Remember, the stimulus is to lift heavy, safely, and have fun doing so!

The Turkish get-up is a great tool to build core strength and shoulder stability. The movement will be a great bit of accessory work to finish off a strength-focused day. Complete this movement with a dumbbell, kettlebell, or even a barbell (most challenging).

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d

Beginner option:
Same as Rx’d

Resources:
The Deadlift
What is a Deadlift?
The Dumbbell Turkish Get-up
Learn More About Guest Programming

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Featured photo:
Taken by Anna Bartlet at CrossFit Shapesmiths in London, England.

Sunday 240421

Quarterfinals Workout 4

Complete as many reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
10 clean and jerks, weight 1
Rest 1 minute
10 clean and jerks, weight 2
Rest 1 minute
10 clean and jerks, weight 3
Rest 1 minute
Max-reps clean and jerks in time remaining, weight 4.

♀ 85/125/155/165 lb
♂ 135/185/225/245 lb

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Scaling:
Welcome to the fourth and final workout of the 2024 CrossFit Games Quarterfinals! Today's workout is a clean-and-jerk ladder with ascending weights. This is a barbell stamina and conditioning test. The barbell load starts on the lighter side of moderate and builds its way up to relatively heavy. The first barbell should be a weight with which you can perform some touch-and-go reps, while the next three will require a bit more strategy. Consider performing fast singles with minimal rest between reps. If you are not signed up for the Quarterfinals, choose loads that challenge your ability but allow you to complete the reps at the first and second barbell. The third barbell should be tough to get through, and any reps with the fourth barbell should be considered a bonus.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
10 clean and jerks, weight 1
Rest 1 minute
10 clean and jerks, weight 2
Rest 1 minute
10 clean and jerks, weight 3
Rest 1 minute
Max-reps clean and jerks in time remaining, weight 4.

♀ 75/95/115/125 lb
♂ 115/135/155/185 lb

Beginner option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
10 clean and jerks, weight 1
Rest 1 minute
10 clean and jerks, weight 2
Rest 1 minute
10 clean and jerks, weight 3
Rest 1 minute
Max-reps clean and jerks in time remaining, weight 4.

♀ 35/45/55/65 lb
♂ 45/55/65/75 lb

Resources:
The Clean and Jerk
The Power Clean and Push Jerk

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Taken by Peter Pan at CrossFit CSTL in Hong Kong, China.

Thursday 240418

Quarterfinals Workout 1

4 rounds for max reps:
1 minute of snatches
1 minute of rowing for calories
1 minute of dumbbell box step-ups
1 minute of rest

♀ 85-lb barbell and 35-lb dumbbells to a 20-inch box
♂ 135 lb barbell and 50-lb dumbbells to a 20-inch box

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Scaling:
Welcome to the first workout of the 2024 CrossFit Games Quarterfinals! Today's workout is a gut check. How bad do you want to push for another rep? None of the movements should be overly difficult or too heavy, so there is no reason to stop moving. The barbell should feel on the lighter side of moderate. You should be able to perform touch-and-go reps, however, under fatigue, you may choose to perform fast singles to keep moving.

Choose a pace on the rower that is fast relative to your capacity but still allows you to get right to work on the dumbbell box step-ups. Your goal on the dumbbell box step-ups is to hold onto the dumbbells until the minute is up. Slow is smooth and smooth is fast.

Remember, there is no rest between movements, so accumulate as many reps as possible of each movement but leave time to transition to the next. Plan to stop with 5-10 seconds left in the minute to transition for all of the movements except the dumbbell box step-ups. During the minute of rest, try to control your breathing by taking deep breaths in through your nose and exhaling through your mouth. If you are not signed up for the Quarterfinals, choose loads that challenge your ability but allow you to keep moving and hit the workout stimulus.

Intermediate option:
4 rounds for max reps:
1 minute of snatches
1 minute of rowing for calories
1 minute of dumbbell box step-ups
1 minute of rest

♀ 75-lb barbell and 20-lb dumbbells to a 20-inch box
♂ 115-lb barbell and 35-lb dumbbells to a 20-inch box

Beginner option:
4 rounds for max reps:
1 minute of snatches
1 minute of rowing for calories
1 minute of dumbbell box step-ups
1 minute of rest

♀ 35-lb barbell and 10-lb dumbbells to a 12-inch box
♂ 45-lb barbell and 15-lb dumbbells to a 20-inch box

Resources:
The Snatch
Rowing Technique
The Box Step-up

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Featured photo:
Taken by Charlotte Foerschler at CrossFit Canvas in Caldwell, Idaho.

Saturday 240413

For time:

21-18-15-12-9-6-3
Burpees

Perform a 50-foot handstand walk after each set of burpees.

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Scaling:
Today’s workout challenges your upper-body gymnastics stamina. Expect the fatigue from the burpees to have a dramatic impact on the handstand walks. Advanced athletes should push the pace on the burpees and try to maintain unbroken handstand walks. Less-experienced athletes should manage their pace on the burpees and rest as needed before kicking up. If you can perform a 50-foot handstand walk but can’t complete it in under 1 minute, scale the distance. Be cautious of upper-body fatigue. If you feel like you might collapse or buckle if you kick up, give yourself a chance to recover and gain confidence before continuing. Remember to continuously press into the floor and maintain an active position. Work hard and have fun with this one.

Intermediate option:
For time:

21-18-15-12-9-6-3
Burpees

Perform a 25-foot handstand walk after each set of burpees.

Beginner option:
For time:

18-15-12-9-6-3
Burpees

Perform a 50-foot bear crawl after each set of burpees.

Resources:
The Burpee
The Handstand Walk
The Bear Crawl

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Featured photo:
2022 CrossFit Games affiliate owner workout

Saturday 240203

For time:
Ruck 3 miles
or
Run 4 miles

♀ 30 lb
♂ 45 lb

Post time to comments.

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Scaling:
If you’re new to rucking or a newer athlete, move at a march pace and reduce the distance to complete the run or ruck in no more than 35 minutes. If you’re more experienced, feel free to pick up the pace. For the 4-mile run option, consider your recent 5K run effort and attempt to hold a slightly more manageable pace. For clarity, the run option is meant to be completed without load.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d

Beginner option:
For time:
Ruck 1.5 miles
or
Run 2 miles

♀ 10 lb
♂ 15 lb

Resources:
CAP: Running Pulling in Place Drill
CAP: Running Falling Forward Drill

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Friday 240105

For load:
10-10-7-7-4-4-1-1
Back squat

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Scaling:
Build throughout the 8 sets, starting with something moderately heavy and finishing with a very heavy single. Remember that “heavy” is relative to each athlete. A heavy load requires all your focus and effort.

– A heavy set of 10 reps should be around 50-60%+.
– A heavy set of 7 reps should be around 60-70%.
– A heavy set of 4 reps should be around 70-80%.
– A heavy single for today should be 80%+.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx'd

Beginner option:
Same as Rx'd

Resources:
The Back Squat

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Taken at an Oklahoma Affiliate Gathering.

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