Isabel

For time:
30 snatches

♀ 95 lb
♂ 135 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a classic CrossFit benchmark. This effort elegantly combines technique of a complex lift and efficiency of cycling repetitions. The loading of the barbell should be moderate. If you can perform the prescribed loading safely and keep your overall time under 15 minutes, go for it. Otherwise, adjust the weight, dial in the technique, and get after it. If you have completed this workout in the past, look back at your loading and time to help you navigate today’s effort.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell.

To reduce the complexity of the snatch, perform hang snatches.

In case of injury or limitation, perform alternating dumbbell snatches. If there is an overhead limitation, perform cleans.

Intermediate option:
For time:
30 snatches

♀ 75 lb
♂ 115 lb

Beginner option:
For time:
30 snatches

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Coaching cues:
When cycling snatches, bring the bar down the same way it got overhead. Focus on keeping the barbell close to your body and your weight back on your heels.

Resources:
The Snatch
The Power Snatch

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Back squat 3-3-3-3-3 reps

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today is a heavy day. Keep in mind that heavy is relative to each athlete's capacity and experience. As long as you are working to your limits, you will benefit from today’s effort. Experienced athletes should build to a heavy set of 3 and plan to go as heavy as possible across all sets. Newer athletes should start light, focus on mechanics, and slowly add weight as they are comfortable.

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

To adjust the complexity of the lift, consider performing goblet squats with a dumbbell or kettlebell.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider squatting with a single dumbbell or kettlebell. You can also perform weighted lunges or unloaded air squats.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
Same as Rx’d.

Coaching cues:
To initiate the squat, squeeze your belly tight, bring your ribs down toward your hips, and without disengaging the abdominals, press your hips back and down.

Resources:
The Back Squat

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For time:
5 rope climbs to 15 feet
10 power cleans
20 bar-facing burpees
40-calorie Echo bike
20 bar-facing burpees
10 power cleans
5 rope climbs to 15 feet

♀ 105 lb
♂ 155 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a pyramid-style chipper. The loading of the barbell should be moderate and allow some athletes to perform at least a few touch-and-go reps, while others perform singles. Both options are fine. Expect the burpees and bike in the middle of the workout to be aerobically demanding. Manage your pace so you are able to keep moving and finish the second set of power cleans and rope climbs just as fast as your first set.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the barbell. Reduce the reps of each movement.

To reduce the complexity of the power cleans, perform hang power cleans. For the rope climbs, reduce the height of the climb. For the bar-facing burpees, perform burpees in place.

In case of injury or limitation, for the rope climbs, perform pull-to-stands or strict pull-ups. For the power cleans, perform dumbbell power cleans or Russian kettlebell swings. For the bar-facing burpees, perform up-downs in place. For the calories on the bike, perform the calories on any machine available.

Intermediate option:
For time:
3 rope climbs to 12 feet
10 power cleans
20 bar-facing burpees
40-calorie Echo bike
20 bar-facing burpees
10 power cleans
3 rope climbs to 12 feet

♀ 85 lb
♂ 125 lb

Beginner option:
For time:
3 pull-to-stands
10 power cleans
15 bar-facing burpees
20-calorie Echo bike
15 bar-facing burpees
10 power cleans
3 pull-to-stands

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues:
On the bar-facing burpees, consider stepping the feet as you come up out of the burpee. This will make the jump distance over the bar more consistent, and you can manage your heart rate going into the next movements.

Resources:
The Rope Climb (Basket)
The Rope Climb (Wrapping)
The Power Clean
The Rogue Echo Bike
The Bar-Facing Burpee | Jump Over
The Modified Rope Climb | Pull-to-Stand

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For time:
21-15-9 reps of:
Wall-ball shots
Toes-to-bars

Rest 2 minutes

15-12-9 reps of:
Wall-ball shots
Toes-to-bars

♀ 20-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target
♂ 30-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout contains two sprinty couplets. There are fewer reps in the second couplet to help you maintain your sprint pace and deal with fatigue. Use a heavier medicine ball than you are accustomed to using on wall-ball shots. If you are unable to go heavier and only have the ball you regularly use, try throwing to a higher target. On the toes-to-bars, hang on for big sets and get back to the medicine ball as quickly as possible.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the medicine ball.

To reduce the complexity of the wall-ball shots, reduce the height of the target. For the toes-to-bars, reduce the range of motion by performing knees-to-armpits or knees-to-chests.

In case of injury or limitation, for the wall-ball shots, perform dumbbell thrusters. If there is an overhead limitation, perform medicine-ball front squats. If there is a squatting limitation, perform medicine-ball push presses. For the toes-to-bars, perform hanging knee raises, V-ups, or AbMat sit-ups.

Intermediate option:
For time:
21-15-9 reps of:
Wall-ball shots
Knees-to-armpits

Rest 2 minutes

15-12-9 reps of:
Wall-ball shots
Knees-to-armpits

♀ 14-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target
♂ 20-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target

Beginner option:
For time:
15-12-9 reps of:
Wall-ball shots
Hanging knee raises

Rest 2 minutes

12-9-6 reps of:
Wall-ball shots
Hanging knee raises

♀ 6-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target
♂ 10-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target

Coaching cues:
To increase the height in your back swing and decrease the effort it takes to get your toes to the bar, focus on pressing down against the pull-up bar and leaning back to get your shoulders behind the bar.

Resources:
The Wall-Ball Shot
The Kipping Toes-to-Bar
The Hanging Knee Raise | Kipping

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Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
10 dumbbell push presses
10 kipping pull-ups
10 burpees
30 double-unders

♀ 35-lb dumbbells
♂ 50-lb dumbbells

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Stimulus and Strategy:
In today’s workout, you are going to move through these four movements as many times as possible in 12 minutes. Your goal is to perform a single round in 3 minutes or less. The loading of the dumbbell should allow you to complete your reps in 2 sets or less. For the pull-ups, maintain the gymnastics-style kip throughout the entire workout — no butterfly pull-ups today.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the dumbbells. Reduce the reps of the movements.

To reduce the complexity of the dumbbell push presses, perform shoulder presses. For the kipping pull-ups, perform jumping pull-ups. For the burpees, perform up-downs. For the double-unders, perform single-unders.

In case of injury or limitation, for the dumbbell push presses, perform single-dumbbell push presses. For the kipping pull-ups, perform foot-assisted pull-ups or ring rows. For the double-unders, perform lateral hops, penguin taps, or hop on any machine for 30 seconds of work.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
10 dumbbell push presses
5 kipping pull-ups
10 burpees
15 double-unders

♀ 20-lb dumbbells
♂ 35-lb dumbbells

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
10 dumbbell push presses
5 ring rows
10 up-downs
30 single-unders

♀ 10-lb dumbbells
♂ 15-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
In the gymnastics-style kipping pull-up, remember to push away from the top of each rep. As you push away, bring your feet below or slightly in front of your body and let gravity bring you to the front of your swing.

Resources:
The Dumbbell Push Press
The Kipping Pull-Up
The Burpee
The Double-Under
The Ring Row
The Up-Down
The Single-Under

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10-8-6-4-2 reps for time of:
Power snatches
Overhead squats
Bar muscle-ups

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout breaks up the squat snatch into two separate movements. The loading of the barbell is meant to be moderate to heavy; many will have to perform the snatches as singles. On the final snatch, keep the barbell overhead and try to go unbroken on your overhead squats. On the bar muscle-ups, choose a variation or scaling option that allows you to complete your reps in 2 sets or fewer. Expect this workout to be a bit of a grind. Dig in, focus on your technique, and don’t miss any lifts.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell.

To reduce the complexity of the snatches, perform hang snatches or muscle snatches. For the overhead squats, if a full range of motion is not possible, consider overhead squats with a reduced range of motion to a target or an overhead lunge. For the bar muscle-ups, perform jumping bar muscle-ups, chest-to-bar pull-ups, or chin-over-bar pull-ups.

In case of injury or limitation, for the snatches, perform dumbbell snatches or power cleans if there is an overhead limitation. For the overhead squats, perform dumbbell overhead squats or lunges. If there is an overhead limitation, perform front squats or back squats. For the bar muscle-ups, consider ring rows, low-ring muscle-up transitions, or foot-assisted pull-ups.

Intermediate option:
10-8-6-4-2 reps for time of:
Power snatches
Overhead squats
Chest-to-bar pull-ups

♀ 75 lb
♂ 115 lb

Beginner option:
10-8-6-4-2 reps for time of:
Hang power snatches
Overhead squats
Jumping pull-ups

For the jumping pull-ups, set the pull-up bar to where it touches your forearms when you extend your arms overhead.

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues:
On the overhead squat, press up into the barbell and pull it back over the middle of your body as you squat.

Resources:
The Power Snatch
The Overhead Squat
The Kipping Bar Muscle-Up
The Kipping Chest-to-Bar Pull-Up
The Hang Power Snatch
Jumping Pull-Up Progression

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3 rounds for time of:
400-meter run
45 AbMat sit-ups
15 kettlebell snatches, right arm
15 kettlebell snatches, left arm
15 lateral burpees over the kettlebell*

*Lay the kettlebell on its side for the burpees.

♀ 26-lb kettlebell
♂ 35-lb kettlebell

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout covers all the essentials. The lighter loading is meant to allow you to maintain larger sets and keep moving. Advanced athletes should attempt to go unbroken through as many sets as possible. Expect your fatigued midline from the sit-ups to make the rest of the movements a bit more challenging. Be sure to lay the kettlebell on its side when you are performing the lateral burpees over the kettlebell.

Scaling:
Reduce the distance of the run. Reduce the loading of the kettlebell. Reduce the reps of each movement.

To reduce the complexity of the kettlebell snatch, perform single-arm kettlebell Russian swings. For the AbMat sit-ups, perform feet-anchored sit-ups.

In case of injury or limitation, for the 400-meter run, perform 900/1,250 meters on the Echo bike or 400/500 meters on the rower. For the AbMat sit-ups, perform seated leg raises or single-leg raises. For the kettlebell snatches, perform hang dumbbell snatches or single-arm kettlebell cleans. For the burpees, perform up-downs.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
400-meter run
30 AbMat sit-ups
15 kettlebell snatches, right arm
15 kettlebell snatches, left arm
15 lateral burpees over the kettlebell*

*Lay the kettlebell on its side for the burpees.

♀ 18-lb dumbbell
♂ 26-lb dumbbell

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
200-meter run
20 AbMat sit-ups
15 alternating hang dumbbell snatches
10 lateral burpees over the dumbbell

♀ 10-lb dumbbell
♂ 15-lb dumbbell

Coaching cues:
On the kettlebell snatch, after you extend your hips, focus on pulling the elbow high and outside, then punching your hand to the sky with your thumb pointing behind you.

Resources:
CrossFit Running Course
The AbMat Sit-Up
The Kettlebell Snatch
Lateral Burpee Over the Dumbbell

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Front squat 3-3-3-3-3 reps

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today is a heavy day, and as always, heavy is relative to each athlete's capacity and experience. You will benefit from today's effort if you are working to your limits. Experienced athletes should build to a heavy set of 3 and plan to go as heavy as possible across all sets. Newer athletes should start light, focus on mechanics, and slowly add weight as they are comfortable. If you are feeling beat up from earlier in the week, dial the loading back and focus on moving through quality reps.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell as needed to maintain consistently sound mechanics.

To adjust the complexity of the lift, consider performing goblet squats with a dumbbell or kettlebell.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider squatting with a single dumbbell or kettlebell. You can also lunge with load or perform unloaded air squats.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
Front squat 5-5-5-5-5 reps

Coaching cues:
Let the elbows lead you out of the bottom of each squat. Find a target above your gaze and drive your elbows to that spot on every rep.

Resources:
The Front Squat

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Back squat 3-3-3-3-3-3-3 reps

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today is a heavy day. Keep in mind, heavy is relative to each athlete's capacity and experience. As long as you are working to your limits, you will benefit from today’s effort. Experienced athletes should build to a heavy set of 3 and plan to go as heavy as possible across all sets. Another thought is to warm up to a heavy set of 3, then try to hold that load across all 7 sets. This is called a straight set and is geared more toward the advanced athlete. Newer athletes should start light, focus on mechanics, and slowly add weight as they are comfortable.

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

To adjust the complexity of the lift, consider performing goblet squats with a dumbbell or kettlebell.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider squatting with a single dumbbell or kettlebell. You can also lunge with load or perform an unloaded air squat.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
Back squat 5-5-5-5-5 reps

Coaching cues:
As you stand up out of the bottom of the squat, focus on the shoulders and hips rising together while driving through your heels to stand.

Resources:
The Back Squat

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Rest Day

The Training Mindset: CrossFit Isn’t Just Exercise

Picture this: You've been doing CrossFit for years, hitting PRs and posting decent times, but something feels off; you're going through the motions instead of truly progressing. The difference between "exercising" (checking boxes and getting sweaty) and real "training" (deliberately practicing your craft under intensity) might be the missing piece that transforms you from someone who just works out into an athlete who masters their movement.

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3 rounds for time of:
30 alternating dumbbell snatches
30 burpee pull-ups

Set the pull-up bar 6 inches above your reach.

♀ 35 lb
♂ 50 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a couplet with a bit of movement function interference. The loading of the dumbbell should allow you to maintain larger chunks of reps on the dumbbell snatches. If you can hang on and go unbroken through any of your sets, do it. For the burpee pull-ups, be smooth and methodical through your reps. Remember to breathe and pay attention to finishing the burpee directly underneath the pull-up bar, as this will increase efficiency and cycle times.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the dumbbell. Reduce the reps of both movements.

To reduce the complexity of the dumbbell snatch, perform the movement from the hang position. For the burpee pull-ups, perform up-downs instead of burpees and lower the pull-up bar to allow you to use your legs more.

In case of injury or limitation, for the burpee pull-ups, perform up-downs in place of the burpees and ring rows for the pull-ups. For the dumbbell snatches, consider dumbbell cleans if there is an overhead limitation.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
30 alternating dumbbell snatches
20 burpee pull-ups

Set the pull-up bar at your fingertips when your arms are extended overhead.

♀ 20 lb
♂ 35 lb

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
15 alternating dumbbell snatches
15 burpee jumping pull-ups

Set the pull-up bar at the middle of your forearms when your arms are extended overhead.

♀ 10 lb
♂ 15 lb

Coaching cues:
In your burpees, pick a spot on the ground to put your chest. This spot should allow you to jump your feet or step your feet up directly underneath the pull-up bar.

Resources:
The Dumbbell Power Snatch
Burpee Pull-Up
Burpee Pull-Up Tips

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For time:
50 power cleans

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is straightforward — simply move through the power cleans as quickly as possible. The loading of the barbell is meant to be moderate to heavy. This means some may choose to perform singles for all their reps, while others may be able to complete several sets of touch-and-go reps. Either way, a good goal is aiming to complete 5 reps or more per minute. When you are taking a break, don’t let that bar sit there for too long; get your hands back on the bar quickly.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the barbell.

To reduce the complexity of the power clean, perform a hang power clean or consider using dumbbells.

In case of injury or limitation, perform a sumo deadlift high pull or medicine-ball clean if there is a limitation with the rack position.

Intermediate option:
For time:
50 power cleans

♀ 95 lb
♂ 135 lb

Beginner option:
For time:
50 power cleans

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues:
On the power clean, after you finish your pull, focus on driving your elbows around the barbell as quickly as possible.

Resources:
The Power Clean

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Complete as many reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
3 wall-ball shots
3 lateral burpees over the medicine ball
3-second L-sit hold

After each round, add 3 reps to the wall-ball shots and burpees, and add 3 seconds to the L-sit holds until time expires.

♀ 14-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target
♂ 20-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today is a triplet of increasing repetitions and seconds. Expect the first few rounds to go quickly, and then slow down as the reps reach double digits. Use a weight for the medicine ball you can perform mostly unbroken. The burpees over the medicine ball are an added challenge because of the height of the ball, so make a conscious effort to jump a little higher than you normally would. On the L-sit hold, choose a variation that allows you to consistently hold for at least 10 seconds. What you perform your L-sit holds on is totally up to you — dumbbells, parallettes, boxes, or whatever you have available.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the medicine ball. Reduce the number of reps you increase each round by. Consider increasing by 1 or 2, instead of 3.

To reduce the complexity of the wall-ball shots, reduce the height of the target. For the burpees, step over the medicine ball or perform a regular burpee. For the L-sit hold, hold one leg straight with the other bent, or bend both legs.

In case of injury or limitation, for the wall-ball shots, perform medicine-ball front squats for an overhead limitation, or medicine-ball push presses for a squatting limitation. For the burpees, perform up-downs. For the L-sit holds, perform seated leg-raise holds with one or both legs.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
3 wall-ball shots
3 lateral burpees over the medicine ball
3-second L-sit hold, both legs bent

After each round, add 3 reps to the wall-ball shots and burpees, and add 3 seconds to the L-sit holds until time expires.

♀ 10-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target
♂ 14-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target

Beginner option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
3 wall-ball shots
3 lateral burpees + step over the medicine ball
3-second seated leg raise hold, both legs bent

After each round, add 3 reps to the wall-ball shots and burpees, and add 3 seconds to the seated leg raise holds until time expires.

♀ 6-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target
♂ 10-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target

Coaching cues:
To encourage your body to raise your legs higher in the L-sit hold, try to bring your nose to your toes.

Resources:
The Wall-Ball Shot
The L-Sit Hold
L-Sit Scaling

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For time:
50 GHD hip extensions
800/1,000-meter row
25 GHD hip extensions
400/500-meter row

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Get ready to find your posterior chain muscles today. Choose an option for the GHD hip extensions that allows you to complete consistent sets of 15 or more repetitions. Some athletes may even be able to go unbroken. On each row — especially the final one — don’t hold anything back. Push the pace faster than you want to. If you are not consistently working with the GHD, reduce the reps and range of motion to accommodate your capacity.

Scaling:
Reduce the reps of the GHD hip extensions. Reduce the distance on the rower.

To reduce the complexity of the hip extensions, perform with a reduced range of motion.

In case of injury or limitation, for the GHD hip extensions, perform Superman holds on the GHD. Accumulate no more than 2 minutes total. If you do not have a GHD or are not familiar with the equipment, consider performing good mornings, lightly loaded or unloaded. For the 800/1,000-meter row, perform 1,750/2,500 meters on the Echo bike or an 800-meter run. For the 400/500-meter row, perform 500/700 meters on the Echo bike or a 400-meter run.

Intermediate option:
For time:
30 GHD hip extensions
800/1,000-meter row
15 GHD hip extensions
400/500-meter row

Beginner option:
For time:
30 good mornings (banded or empty barbell)
400/500-meter row
15 good mornings
200/250-meter row

Coaching cues:
Throughout your reps on the GHD, imagine a string between your sternum and your belly button. Your focus is on keeping your string stretched tight.

Resources:
The GHD Hip Extension
Rowing Technique Tips
The Good Morning

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21-18-15-12-9-6-3 reps for time of:
Ring dips

After each set, complete 3 squat snatches.

♀ 95 lb
♂ 135 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a couplet with some movement interference. Expect the pressing of the ring dips and the lockout of the squat snatches to significantly tax the shoulders, as well as the compounding fatigue of the hip flexors from kipping the dips and the squat of the snatch. The loading of the barbell is meant to be moderate. Some may be able to perform touch-and-go reps, while it is also perfectly acceptable to perform 3 quick singles. Choose an option for the ring dips that allows you to consistently perform sets of 5 or more reps.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the reps of the ring dips.

To reduce the complexity of the ring dips, perform jumping ring dips or foot-assisted ring dips. Perform hang squat snatches or hang power snatches, plus an overhead squat in place of the squat snatch if needed.

In case of injury or limitation, for the ring dips, perform bench/box dips, push-ups, or dumbbell shoulder presses. For the squat snatches, perform power snatches if there is a squatting limitation. You may also consider power snatches, plus an overhead lunge.

Intermediate option:
12-10-8-6-4-2 reps for time of:
Ring dips

After each set, complete 3 squat snatches.

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

Beginner option:
15-12-9-6-3 reps for time of:
Foot-assisted ring dips

After each set, complete 3 hang squat snatches.

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues:
When completing the squat snatches in today’s workout, commit to getting as tall as possible before pulling into the squat on each rep.

Resources:
The Ring Dip
Kipping Ring Dip
The Squat Snatch
Ring Dip Scaling
The Hang Squat Snatch
Ring Dip | Coaching Tips

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Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
3 power cleans
15-foot handstand walk
45 double-unders
15-foot handstand walk

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout combines a heavier lift with a sprinkle of higher-skill gymnastics. This sprinkle should allow you to keep moving through your rounds with minimal reduction in pace. The loading on the barbell is meant to be moderate to heavy. Some may be able to perform a few touch-and-go reps, while others work to maintain quick singles. Choose options that allow you to complete at least 5 rounds.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the barbell. Reduce the reps on the jump rope.

To reduce the complexity of the power clean, perform a hang power clean. To scale the handstand walks, complete a half circle around a box with your feet on the box (walking laterally around the box). You can also scale the handstand walk to 3 inchworms or bear crawls. For the double-unders, practice the movement for 30 seconds or perform single-unders.

In case of injury or limitation, for the power cleans, consider medicine-ball or dumbbell power cleans. For the handstand walks, consider alternating dumbbell shoulder presses or shoulder taps in a plank hold. Consider performing jumping jacks, penguin taps, or alternating toe taps on a low box in place of the double-unders.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
3 power cleans
1 half circle lateral walk around a box (feet on the box), moving to your right
20 double-unders
1 half circle lateral walk around a box (feet on the box), moving to your left

♀ 95 lb
♂ 135 lb

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
3 power cleans
3 inchworms
20 single-unders
15-foot bear crawl

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues: On your handstand walks, don’t focus or look for your “end point.” Walk through the finish line.

Resources:
The Power Clean
The Handstand Walk
The Double-Under
Handstand Walk Around Box
The Bear Crawl

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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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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a classic benchmark. Be sure to look back at your last attempt to help you navigate today’s effort. The goal is to maintain a relatively consistent time in each round. If unable to finish each movement in 4 sets or less, decrease the reps by 5-10 per movement. You should also be able to complete a single round in roughly 5 minutes or less if you are going to attempt this workout as prescribed.

Scaling:
Reduce the reps of each exercise. Reduce the total rounds to 3 or 4, instead of 5.

To reduce the complexity of the pull-ups, perform jumping pull-ups. For the push-ups, perform the reps from your knees. For the sit-ups, perform feet-anchored sit-ups. For the air squats, perform these to a target that allows for pain-free range of motion.

In case of injury or limitation, for the pull-ups, perform ring rows or dumbbell bent-over rows. For the push-ups, perform these with your hands on a 30-inch box. For the sit-ups, perform a hollow hold for 30-60 seconds. For the air squats, consider low box step-ups. For the air squats, perform these to a target that allows for pain-free range of motion.

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 “snaky” 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
Push-Up on Knees

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Every 3 minutes for 7 sets, complete:
10/15-calorie Echo bike
10 knees-to-elbows
100-foot dumbbell farmers carry

Rest with the remaining time in each interval. Note: Each round is for time.

♀ 35-lb dumbbells
♂ 50-lb dumbbells

Post your fastest and slowest intervals.

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout contains 7 sprint-style efforts. The goal is to complete each set as quickly as possible so you have plenty of rest before the next interval begins. The loading of the dumbbells should allow you to perform each farmers carry unbroken. Sprint on the bike and don’t hold anything back. Go for broke.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the dumbbells.

To reduce the complexity of the knees-to-elbows, reduce the range of motion. For the farmers carry, consider using only one dumbbell.

In case of injury or limitation, use any machine available to complete your calories. For the knees-to-elbows, perform hanging knee raises or lying toes-to-bars. For the farmers carry, perform 10 unloaded box step-ups.

Intermediate option:
Every 3 minutes for 7 rounds, complete:
8/12-calorie Echo bike
10 knees-to-chests
100-foot dumbbell farmers carry

Rest with the remaining time in each interval. Note: Each round is for time.

♀ 20-lb dumbbells
♂ 35-lb dumbbells

Beginner option:
Every 3 minutes for 7 rounds, complete:
6/9-calorie Echo bike
5 hanging knee raises
100-foot dumbbell farmers carry

Rest with the remaining time in each interval. Note: Each round is for time.

♀ 10-lb dumbbells
♂ 15-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
On the knees-to-elbows, focus on pressing down and leaning back a bit more in your back swing, compared to toes-to-bars.

Resources:
The Rogue Echo Bike
Knees-to-Elbows Tips
The Dumbbell Farmers Carry
Kipping Hanging Knee Raises

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For time:
10 wall-ball shots
10 snatches
20 wall-ball shots
20 handstand push-ups
30 wall-ball shots
30 box jumps
40 wall-ball shots
40 deadlifts

♀ 14-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target, 105-lb barbell, and a 20-inch box
♂ 20-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target, 155-lb barbell, and a 24-inch box

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a chipper with an increasing number of wall-ball shots throughout. Like most chippers, manage your reps, minimize long breaks, and — pun intended — keep chipping away at the movements. The loading of the barbell is meant to be moderate for the snatches and light to moderate for the deadlifts. You may power or squat the snatches. Try to hang on to large chunks of wall-ball shots and see if you can go unbroken on the deadlifts to finish.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the medicine ball and barbell. Reduce the repetitions of each movement. Reduce the height of the box.

To reduce the complexity of the snatches, perform hang snatches. For the handstand push-ups, perform pike push-ups.

In case of injury or limitation, for the snatches, perform dumbbell snatches or power cleans if there is an overhead limitation. For the wall-ball shots, perform dumbbell thrusters, medicine-ball front squats (overhead limitation), or medicine-ball push presses (squat limitation). For the handstand push-ups, consider hand-release push-ups or seated dumbbell shoulder presses. For the box jumps, perform step-ups. For the deadlifts, perform sumo deadlifts, dumbbell deadlifts, or good mornings.

Intermediate option:
For time:
10 wall-ball shots
10 snatches
20 wall-ball shots
20 pike push-ups
30 wall-ball shots
30 box jumps
40 wall-ball shots
40 deadlifts

♀ 10-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target, 75-lb barbell, and a 20-inch box
♂ 14-lb medicine ball to a 10-f00t target, 115-lb barbell, and a 24-inch box

Beginner option:
For time:
10 wall-ball shots
10 snatches
15 wall-ball shots
15 hand-release push-ups from the knees
20 wall-ball shots
20 box step-ups
25 wall-ball shots
25 deadlifts

♀ 6-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target, 35-lb barbell, and a 12-inch box
♂ 14-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target, 45-lb barbell, and a 20-inch box

Coaching cues:
In the wall-ball shot, utilize your legs and hips to drive the ball up to the target. Keep your arms relaxed on the descent and use the momentum from your lower body to propel the ball to the target.

Resources:
The Wall-Ball Shot
The Snatch
The Power Snatch
The Kipping Handstand Push-Up
The Box Jump
The Deadlift
Pike Push-Up
Hand-Release Push-Up From the Knees
The Box Step-Up

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5 rounds for time of:
15 kettlebell swings
15 strict ring dips

♀ 53-lb kettlebell
♂ 70-lb kettlebell

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Stimulus and Strategy:
In today’s workout, choose a weight for the kettlebell that is moderately heavy and allows you to complete your reps in 2 sets or less. Go into each set trying to perform unbroken swings, but break if you need to. For the strict ring dips, choose an option that allows you to complete your reps in 2 minutes or less. If you need to scale the ring dips, do your best to maintain the strict nature of the intended movement. Expect your shoulders and your grip to get tired and fatigued as you move through each round.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the kettlebell. Reduce the reps of each movement.

To reduce the complexity of the kettlebell swings, reduce the range of motion and perform Russian kettlebell swings. That is also a great way to practice using a heavier bell, so if you struggle swinging the heavier weight overhead, stay with the weight, but reduce the range of motion. For the strict ring dips, perform banded strict ring dips.

In case of injury or limitation, for the kettlebell swings, perform single-arm kettlebell swings, kettlebell deadlifts, or unloaded good mornings. For the strict ring dips, lower the rings and perform foot-assisted ring dips.

Intermediate option:
5 rounds for time of:
15 Russian kettlebell swings
10 banded strict ring dips

♀ 53-lb kettlebell
♂ 70-lb kettlebell

Beginner option:
5 rounds for time of:
8 Russian kettlebell swings
8 foot-assisted ring dips

♀ 18-lb kettlebell
♂ 26-lb kettlebell

Coaching cues:
When completing the strict ring dips, keep the rings close and the elbows should track back. After a brief pause at the bottom, drive up like you're pushing the rings to your pockets.

Resources:
The Kettlebell Swing
The Strict Ring Dip
The Russian Kettlebell Swing
Ring Dip Coaching Tips

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Every minute on the minute, alternating, for 12 minutes, complete:
Odd minutes: 10 unbroken deadlifts
Even minutes: 7 shuttle runs (25 feet out and 25 feet back)

Choose your load for the deadlift.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is an opportunity to go heavy with an elevated heart rate. The loading on the barbell is completely up to you — the only caveat is that each set of 10 needs to be unbroken. You can choose to stick with one weight for all sets or increase the loading across as many sets as possible.

Scaling:
Reduce the reps of both the deadlift and shuttle runs.

To reduce the complexity of the deadlifts, perform sumo deadlifts. This will allow you to maintain a more upright position and eliminate the need to navigate the knees.

In case of injury or limitation, for the deadlifts, reduce the range of motion by elevating the barbell off the ground or perform kettlebell sumo deadlifts. For the shuttle runs, perform 7-10 calories on any machine (about 30 seconds of effort).

Intermediate option:
Every minute on the minute, alternating, for 12 minutes, complete:
Odd minutes: 10 unbroken deadlifts
Even minutes: 5 shuttle runs (25 feet out and 25 feet back)

Choose your load for the deadlift.

Beginner option:
Every minute on the minute, alternating, for 12 minutes, complete:
Odd minutes: 5 unbroken deadlifts
Even minutes: 3 shuttle runs (25 feet out and 25 feet back)

Choose your load for the deadlift.

Coaching cues:
When cycling deadlifts, focus on initiating the descent of each rep by pushing the hips back so the bar path is moving in a straight line down.

Resources:
The Deadlift

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For time:
25 power snatches
25-calorie Echo bike
25 power snatches
25-calorie Echo bike
25 power snatches

♀ 55-lb barbell
♂ 75-lb barbell

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a play on the classic Hero workout Randy. Attack this effort just as you would any Hero workout. You should sprint right from the start — complete as many touch-and-go snatches as you can, and race through the calories on the bike. Don’t try to game the workout or pace it. Push the pedal to the floor and hang on. The loading of the barbell is light, so make sure you choose a weight with which you can perform 1 or 2 sets of 15 unbroken reps.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the barbell. Reduce the reps of the snatches and the calories on the bike.

To reduce the complexity of the power snatches, consider hang power snatches or muscle snatches.

In case of injury or limitation, for the power snatches, perform dumbbell snatches or consider power cleans if there is an overhead limitation. For the bike, substitute any machine you have available. If you have no machines, perform 12 50-foot shuttle runs (25 feet out and 25 feet back).

Intermediate option:
For time:
25 power snatches
20-calorie Echo bike
25 power snatches
20-calorie Echo bike
25 power snatches

♀ 45-lb barbell
♂ 65-lb barbell

Beginner option:
For time:
15 power snatches
15-calorie Echo bike
15 power snatches
15-calorie Echo bike
15 power snatches

♀ 35-lb barbell
♂ 45-lb barbell

Coaching cues:
On the return of the barbell on the power snatches, remember to pull your chest up and lower your hips as you lower the barbell to the ground. As you fatigue, avoid bending at the hips and rounding your back.

Resources:
The Power Snatch
Rogue Echo Bike

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3 rounds for time of:
10 ring muscle-ups
20 alternating weighted single-leg squats
400-meter run

♀ 20-lb dumbbell
♂ 35-lb dumbbell

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today's workout is a triplet that combines higher-skill elements with a monostructural movement. The weighted single-leg squat presents a slightly greater challenge compared to the unloaded variation; however, using the weight as a counterbalance may allow for better torso positioning during the movement. With that said, if you have not “mastered” the basic single-leg squat, do not attempt to add weight in today’s workout. Get in some practice with the weighted variation prior to the workout, but when it is go time, perform the movement unloaded. For the ring muscle-ups, choose an option that allows you to complete your reps in 2 minutes or less each round. On the run, push the pace if your “wobbly” legs let you.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the dumbbell. Reduce the reps of the ring muscle-ups and single-leg squats. Reduce the distance of the run.

To reduce the complexity of the ring muscle-ups, perform jumping muscle-ups or a low-ring transition. For the weighted single-leg squats, perform these with no weight. You may also consider single-leg squats with your non-squatting foot wrapped around the heel of your squatting foot.

In case of injury or limitation, for the run, complete 900/1,250 meters on the Echo bike, or 400/500 meters on the rower or ski erg. For the single-leg squats, consider a reverse lunge or an air squat. For the ring muscle-ups, consider a ring row + a push-up.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
5 jumping muscle-ups
20 alternating single-leg squats
400-meter run

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
5 low-ring muscle-up transitions
20 alternating reverse lunges
200-meter run

Coaching cues:
When performing muscle-ups, avoid dropping straight down from the rings after a successful rep. This will break your kip rhythm and prevent you from stringing reps together. Instead, press away from the rings at the top, counterbalancing with your toes in front of the rings, before moving into the kip for your next rep.

Resources:
The Kipping Ring Muscle-Up
Pose Running Drills | Lean and Pull
Low-Ring Muscle-Up Transition
Ring Muscle-Up Scaling
The Single-Leg Squat
Single-Leg Squat Scaling

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21-18-15-12-9-6-3 reps for time of:
Knees-to-elbows
Dumbbell thrusters

♀ 20-lb dumbbells
♂ 35-lb dumbbells

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Stimulus and Strategy:
This descending rep scheme contains two movements with longer ranges of motion. Choose a weight for the dumbbell thrusters that allows you to finish your reps in 2 sets or less. Challenge yourself to go unbroken on as many sets as possible. For the knees-to-elbows, choose a movement variation that allows you to maintain consistent sets of 5 or more reps.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the dumbbells. Reduce the reps of each movement.

To reduce the complexity of the knees-to-elbows, bring the knees to a lower target. For the dumbbell thrusters, perform the movement with a single dumbbell or perform medicine-ball thrusters.

In case of injury or limitation, for the knees-to-elbows, perform V-ups or sit-ups. For the thrusters, perform front squats if there is an overhead limitation or push presses if there is a squatting limitation.

Intermediate option:
21-18-15-12-9-6-3 reps for time of:
Knees-to-chests
Dumbbell thrusters

♀ 15-lb dumbbells
♂ 25-lb dumbbells

Beginner option:
15-12-9-6-3 reps for time of:
Hanging knee raises
Dumbbell thrusters

♀ 10-lb dumbbells
♂ 15-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
With the dumbbell thrusters, drive the dumbbells up with your legs, keep the elbows up and in front of you, and finish with a locked-out overhead position — don’t let the dumbbells drift forward.

Resources:
The Strict Knees-to-Elbows
The Dumbbell Thruster
Kipping Hanging Knee Raises
Knees-to-Elbows Tips

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CrossFit Total

Back squat, 1 rep
Shoulder press, 1 rep
Deadlift, 1 rep

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today is an opportunity to go heavy relative to your capacity. Be sure to look back at your previous attempts to help you navigate today’s effort. The loads today should require all of your attention and focus. The load is not heavy if you can carry on a conversation mid-lift. Advanced and intermediate athletes may attempt max-effort lifts for each movement and shoot for a personal record if the iron is hot. Newer athletes should treat today as an opportunity to practice technique and get comfortable with heavy lifts.

Scaling:
To reduce the complexity of the back squat, perform your reps to a target that provides pain-free range of motion. For the shoulder press, use a pair of dumbbells to avoid having to navigate the head. For the deadlift, shorten the range of motion by raising the bumper plates off the floor.

In case of injury or limitation, for the back squat, perform a dumbbell goblet squat or an air squat. For the shoulder press, shorten the range of motion by performing an incline press or bench press. If necessary, you can perform a push-up. For the deadlift, perform a sumo deadlift or a good morning.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
Back squat 3-3-1-1 reps
Shoulder press 3-3-1-1 reps
Deadlift 3-3-1-1 reps

Coaching cues:
In the shoulder press, tighten your core, squeeze your glutes, and press straight up — don’t let the bar drift forward.

Resources:
The Back Squat
The Shoulder Press
The Deadlift
CrossFit Total Demo From 220810

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Clean and jerk 2-2-2-2-2 reps

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a classic lifting day. Depending on how you feel, use today as an opportunity to work on technique or to lift something relatively heavy. The repetitions in each set do not have to be touch-and-go. You may regrip and take no more than 10 seconds to complete the second lift. The clean in today’s effort can be performed as a power or squat variation. Newer athletes should focus on developing consistently sound mechanics before adding weight.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell.

To reduce the complexity of the movements, consider performing hang power or hang squat cleans. For the jerk portion of the movement, consider push presses.

In case of injury or limitation, perform dumbbell clean and jerks. If there is an overhead limitation, perform only the clean portion of the movement.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
Clean and jerk 4-4-4-4-4 reps

Coaching cues:
In the jerk, focus on keeping the elbows high as you perform the dip and drive. Higher elbows will help keep the torso vertical and ensure the barbell travels in a more straight path overhead.

Resources:
The Clean and Jerk
Power Clean and Split Jerk

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Every minute on the minute, until failure:
1 power clean
2 power cleans
3 power cleans
… etc.

Continue this sequence until you are no longer able to complete the power cleans within the minute.

♀ 115 lb
♂ 165 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a test of barbell stamina. In the first few sets, expect a lot of rest; however, the rest will begin to disappear very soon. You may want to consider a combination of quick singles and touch-and-go reps. Consider using a weight that is challenging, but allows you to get to 10 minutes.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the barbell.

To reduce the complexity of the power cleans, perform hang power cleans or dumbbell power cleans.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider sumo deadlift high pulls or kettlebell swings.

Intermediate option:
Every minute on the minute, until failure:
1 power clean
2 power cleans
3 power cleans
… etc.

Continue this sequence until you are no longer able to complete the power cleans within the minute.

♀ 75 lb
♂ 115 lb

Beginner option:
Every minute on the minute, until failure: 1 power clean 2 power cleans 3 power cleans … etc.

Continue this sequence until you are no longer able to complete the power cleans within the minute OR you reach the 10-minute mark.

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues:
In the power cleans, focus on getting as tall as possible when you extend the hips and then driving the elbows around the bar quickly to arrive at the receiving position.

Resources:
The Power Clean

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Bench press 5-5-3-3-3-1-1-1-1 reps

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today is a heavy lifting day. Remember that “heavy” is relative to each athlete's physical and psychological tolerances. In other words, heavy is going to be different for each athlete. Most athletes can complete this lifting day as prescribed. Newer athletes should start light, focus on mechanics, and slowly add weight as they are comfortable.

Considering the heavy loading of the barbell, you are encouraged to find a spotter. However, if you are not able to find a spotter, use some type of guard rails or simply reduce the load to something you can manage without a spotter.

Scaling:
Reduce the load.

To reduce the complexity of the bench press, consider performing dumbbell bench presses.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider performing dumbbell floor presses, weighted push-ups, or push-ups.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
Same as Rx’d.

Coaching cues:
Be sure your feet are firmly planted on the ground. This will enable you to drive through your heels and get the lower body involved in your lifts.

Resources:
The Bench Press

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2 rounds for time of:
50 alternating dumbbell snatches
40 dumbbell lunges
30 lateral burpees over the dumbbell

♀ 35-lb dumbbell
♂ 50-lb dumbbell

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout contains two rounds with higher repetitions of each movement. With higher reps, manage your pace and move to rest minimally during your breaks. Athletes who want a challenge should go unbroken on the snatches and go right into the lunges. If you choose this route, buckle up and enjoy the ride. For the dumbbell lunges, carry the dumbbell however you like.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the dumbbell. Reduce the repetitions of each exercise.

To reduce the complexity of the dumbbell snatches, perform hang dumbbell snatches. For the dumbbell lunges, perform without a dumbbell. For the lateral burpees over the dumbbell, perform burpees in place.

In case of an injury or limitation, for the dumbbell snatches, perform kettlebell swings or dumbbell cleans if there is an overhead limitation. For the dumbbell lunges, consider dumbbell step-ups to a low box or air squats to a target. For the lateral burpees over the dumbbell, perform up-downs.

Intermediate option:
2 rounds for time:
50 alternating dumbbell snatches
40 dumbbell lunges
30 lateral burpees over the dumbbell

♀ 20-lb dumbbell
♂ 35-lb dumbbell

Beginner option:
2 rounds for time:
20 alternating dumbbell snatches
20 lunges
20 burpees

♀ 10-lb dumbbell
♂ 15-lb dumbbell

Coaching cues:
On the dumbbell snatch, focus on keeping the snatching arm long through the middle of the pull as you accelerate. As you extend the hips, pull the elbow high and outside. Then turn your hand and punch the dumbbell overhead as you pull your body underneath the object.

Resources:
The Dumbbell Snatch
The Walking Lunge
The Burpee

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12-9-6 reps for time of:
Squat cleans
Ring muscle-ups

♀ 95 lb
♂ 135 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a play on the benchmark workout Amanda — two higher-skill movements with slightly more reps than the original workout. The loading on the squat cleans should be moderate. Some athletes may be able to maintain touch-and-go reps, while others may choose to perform quick singles. On the ring muscle-ups, manage your reps and don’t push to failure. Instead, break the sets into manageable reps that allow you to stay fresh and minimize long-winded breaks.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the repetitions of the muscle-ups.

To reduce the complexity of the squat cleans, consider hang squat cleans or perform the movement with a pair of dumbbells. For the muscle-ups, consider jumping muscle-ups or low-ring muscle-up transitions.

In case of an injury or limitation, perform power or hang power cleans. Consider single dumbbell options, as well. For the ring muscle-ups, perform ring rows or foot-assisted strict pull-ups.

Intermediate option:
For time:
12-9-6 squat cleans
5-4-3 ring muscle-ups

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

Beginner option:
12-9-6 reps for time of:
Squat cleans
Low-ring muscle-up transitions

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues:
Performing quick singles can be a useful tactic in a workout like today’s. Focus on following the barbell down to the ground, take a brief moment to breathe, reset your starting position, and perform the next rep.

Resources:
The Squat Clean
The Kipping Muscle-Up
Low-Ring Muscle-Up Transition
Low-Ring Muscle-Up Tips

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Fran

21-15-9 reps for time of:
Thrusters
Pull-ups

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
If you have never completed Fran before, it is intended to be a sprint. Experienced athletes should go hard and shoot for a PR. Choose a load for the thrusters that allows you to complete at least 15 unbroken reps. Select a pull-up option that allows you to complete each round with minimal rest. All athletes should aim to finish the workout in 10 minutes or less. However, if you would like to attempt the prescribed workout, knowing it's going to take you longer, go for it. As long as you maintain form and technique, this is a great opportunity to establish a time. Intermediate and beginner athletes should establish a goal for this workout and create a plan for breaking up the thrusters and/or pull-ups as necessary.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the reps of the pull-ups.

To reduce the complexity of the pull-ups, consider jumping pull-ups or ring rows.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider front squats (overhead limitation) or push presses (squatting limitation) in place of the thrusters. For the pull-ups, consider one-arm ring rows or dumbbell rows.

Intermediate option:
For time:
21-15-9 thrusters
12-9-6 pull-ups

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Beginner option:
21-15-9 reps for time of:
Thrusters
Ring rows

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues:
Unlike the gymnastics-style kipping pull-ups, on the descent of the butterfly pull-up, move your legs behind you and prepare them to move forward to initiate the next rep. (See demo video.)

Resources:
The Thruster
The Kipping Pull-Up
The Butterfly Pull-Up
The Ring Row

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