For time:
10 deadlifts
10 hang squat cleans
20 strict ring dips
8 deadlifts
8 hang squat cleans
16 strict ring dips
6 deadlifts
6 hang squat cleans
12 strict ring dips
4 deadlifts
4 hang squat cleans
8 strict ring dips
2 deadlifts
2 hang squat cleans
4 strict ring dips

♀ 145-lb barbell
♂ 205-lb barbell

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a challenging triplet with a descending rep scheme. The two weightlifting movements are difficult because of the moderate-to-heavy loading while the gymnastics exercise challenges your strict pressing stamina. Manage your reps and avoid pushing to failure early on. Expect the deadlifts to be the easier of the two weightlifting movements. Break the hang squat cleans as needed, but remember, the more you drop the bar, the more you have to pick it up.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell.

To reduce the complexity of the strict ring dips, perform foot-assisted ring dips or jumping ring dips. If you are choosing foot-assisted dips, use your feet or foot as much or as little as needed while still maintaining a full range of motion. For the deadlifts and hang squat cleans, use a pair of dumbbells or a medicine ball.

In case of injury or limitation, for the ring dips, perform box/bench dips or push-ups. For the deadlifts, consider sumo deadlifts with a barbell or kettlebell. For the hang squat cleans, consider breaking the movement into its component pieces of a hang power clean, plus a front squat. In case of a limitation, you could perform hang power cleans or front squats.

Intermediate option:
For time:
10 deadlifts
10 hang squat cleans
20 foot-assisted ring dips
8 deadlifts
8 hang squat cleans
16 foot-assisted ring dips
6 deadlifts
6 hang squat cleans
12 foot-assisted ring dips
4 deadlifts
4 hang squat cleans
8 foot-assisted ring dips
2 deadlifts
2 hang squat cleans
4 foot-assisted ring dips

♀ 105-lb barbell
♂ 155-lb barbell

Beginner option:
For time:
10 deadlifts
10 hang squat cleans
10 foot-assisted ring dips
8 deadlifts
8 hang squat cleans
8 foot-assisted ring dips
6 deadlifts
6 hang squat cleans
6 foot-assisted ring dips
4 deadlifts
4 hang squat cleans
4 foot-assisted ring dips
2 deadlifts
2 hang squat cleans
2 foot-assisted ring dips

♀ 35-lb barbell
♂ 45-lb barbell

Coaching cues:
With the heavier loading on the hang squat cleans, focus on jumping to full hip extension and getting the elbows around quickly so your elbows are high in the rack position.

Resources:
The Deadlift
The Hang Squat Clean
The Strict Ring Dip
Foot-Assisted Ring Dip Scaling Tips

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For time:
600-meter row
12 hang squat cleans
6 wall walks
400-meter row
8 hang squat cleans
4 wall walks
200-meter row
4 hang squat cleans
2 wall walks

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a triplet with a descending rep scheme. The loading of the barbell should be moderate to heavy. Choose a weight that allows you to complete the reps in three sets or fewer. Push the pace on the rower and manage your reps on the wall walks. Breathe between reps and don’t burn out in the first set.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the distance on the rower.

To reduce the complexity of the hang squat cleans, use a pair of dumbbells or consider performing a hang power clean, plus a front squat for each rep. For the wall walks, reduce the range of motion by only taking 1-3 steps toward the wall.

In case of injury or limitation, for the row, perform a 600/400/200-meter run or 500/900/1,300-meter Echo bike. For the hang squat cleans, consider hang medicine-ball cleans or kettlebell swings, plus a goblet squat. For the wall walks, perform inchworms, plus a push-up for each rep.

Intermediate option:
For time:
600-meter row
12 hang squat cleans
6 partial wall walks (2 steps toward the wall)
400-meter row
8 hang squat cleans
4 partial wall walks (2 steps toward the wall)
200-meter row
4 hang squat cleans
2 partial wall walks (2 steps toward the wall)

♀ 95 lb
♂ 135 lb

Beginner option:
For time:
600-meter row
12 hang squat cleans
6 inchworms
400-meter row
8 hang squat cleans
4 inchworms
200-meter row
4 hang squat cleans
2 inchworms

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues:
For the hang squat cleans, finish the second pull before getting under the barbell. Focus on jumping and getting the shoulders behind the barbell before pulling under the bar.

Resources:
Rowing
The Hang Squat Clean
The Wall Walk
The Inchworm

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Complete as many rounds as possible in 15 minutes of:
400-meter run
30-second kettlebell front-rack hold

♀ 53-lb kettlebells
♂ 70-lb kettlebells

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout challenges your midline in a static hold. Static holds are often more difficult than dynamic movements because they require sustained muscle contraction with no relief, which limits blood flow and engages fewer muscle fibers than dynamic movements. Focus on your breathing and always try to hold for one more second before breaking. Unless you are completing the holds unbroken in every set, think of the run as a recovery. Feel free to push the pace, but you should be able to get back to the hold and perform at least 15 seconds before resting.

Scaling:
Reduce the distance of the run. Reduce the load of the hold.

To reduce the complexity of the kettlebell front-rack hold, perform the hold with a single kettlebell in the goblet position.

In case of injury or limitation, for the kettlebell front-rack holds, perform plank holds. Consider performing 900/1,250 meters on the Echo bike, or 400/500 meters on the rower or ski erg instead of the run.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 15 minutes of:
400-meter run
30-second kettlebell front-rack hold

♀ 35-lb kettlebells
♂ 53-lb kettlebells

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 15 minutes of:
200-meter run
30-second single-kettlebell goblet hold

♀ 18-lb kettlebells
♂ 26-lb kettlebells

Coaching cues:
On the kettlebell front-rack hold, think about bringing your ribs to your hips. As you do this, squeeze your glutes and thighs. This will keep your midline solid.

Resources:
Running | Position Drill
The Kettlebell Front-Rack Hold

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10 rounds for time of:
5 double-kettlebell deadlifts
5 barrier get-overs

Use your hands to get over the barrier.

♀ 53-lb kettlebells and 30-inch barrier
♂ 70-lb kettlebells and 40-inch barrier

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a back-and-forth couplet. For the barrier get-overs, you can stack boxes, use a wall, or find an object that matches the height you need. The height should be something that requires you to use your hands to get up and over the object. If you are stacking anything, make sure it is safe and stable before performing the workout. For the kettlebell deadlifts, the loading should be moderate and allow you to perform 5 reps unbroken in every set. The real challenge is how quickly and efficiently you can get over the barrier and keep moving at a steady pace to complete this effort.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the kettlebells.

To reduce the complexity of the kettlebell deadlifts, use one kettlebell and perform sumo deadlifts. For the barrier get-overs, reduce the height as low as needed.

In case of injury or limitation, perform the deadlifts with a reduced range of motion or consider unloaded good mornings. For the barrier get-overs, perform box step-overs.

Intermediate option:
10 rounds for time of:
5 double-kettlebell deadlifts
5 barrier get-overs

Use your hands to get over the barrier.

♀ 35-lb kettlebells and 30-inch barrier
♂ 53-lb kettlebells and 40-inch barrier

Beginner option:
10 rounds for time of:
5 single-kettlebell sumo deadlifts
5 barrier get-overs

Use your hands to get over the barrier.

♀ 26-lb kettlebell and 20-inch barrier
♂ 35-lb kettlebell and 24-inch barrier

Coaching cues:
For the barrier get-overs, place your hands on the barrier, press down into the barrier, and jump your feet to the top of the barrier at the same time.

Resources:
The Double-Kettlebell Deadlift
The Barrier Get-Over
The Kettlebell Deadlift

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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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3 rounds for time of:
25 deadlifts
800-meter run

♀ 155 lb
♂ 225 lb

Compare to 230618.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a longer-effort couplet. The deadlift weight should be moderate, but expect it to feel heavy after the first run. Choose a weight that allows you to complete your reps in 2 minutes or less. If you are looking for a challenge, try to complete the deadlifts with a double-overhand grip and without using a hook grip. No matter how good your deadlift is, this variation will deliver a good stimulus.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the distance on the run.

To reduce the complexity of the deadlift, consider elevating the barbell and reducing the range of motion. You may also consider a dumbbell deadlift.

In case of injury or limitation, for the deadlift, perform a sumo deadlift with the barbell or a kettlebell. If necessary, perform a good morning to eliminate the loading. For the 800-meter run, perform 1,750/2,500 meters on the Echo bike or 800/1,000 meters on the rower.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
20 deadlifts
800-meter run

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
15 deadlifts
400-meter run

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Coaching cues:
As you are deadlifting, imagine someone is trying to pull the bar away from your body. Don’t let them have it. Keep the barbell close to the body, both on the way up and on the way down.

Resources:
The Deadlift
What Is a Deadlift?
Pose Running Drills | Pose Alignment

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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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For time:
100 wall-ball shots
25 burpees
75 kettlebell swings
25 burpees
50 knees-to-elbows
25 burpees

♀ 14-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target and a 35-lb kettlebell
♂ 20-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target and a 53-lb kettlebell

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a chipper with a repeating burpee element. The loading for both the wall-ball shots and the kettlebell swings should allow you to perform consistent sets of 15-20 reps or more. For the knees-to-elbows, choose a variation that allows you to perform 5-7 reps or more at a time. Have fun with this one, and as with any chipper, just keep “chipping” away.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the medicine ball and the kettlebell. Reduce the reps of all the movements.

To reduce the complexity of the wall-ball shots, reduce the height of the target. For the kettlebell swings, reduce the range of motion and perform Russian kettlebell swings. For the knees-to-elbows, reduce the range of motion.

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 kettlebell swings, consider single-arm Russian kettlebell swings or kettlebell deadlifts. For the knees-to-elbows, perform hanging knee raises or lying toes-to-bars.

Intermediate option:
For time:
80 wall-ball shots
20 burpees
60 kettlebell swings
20 burpees
40 knees-to-chests
20 burpees

♀ 10-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target and a 26-lb kettlebell
♂ 14-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target and a 35-lb kettlebell

Beginner option:
2 rounds for time of:
25 wall-ball shots
5 burpees
20 kettlebell swings
5 burpees
15 hanging knee raises
5 burpees

♀ 6-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target and an 18-lb kettlebell
♂ 10-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target and a 26-lb kettlebell

Coaching cues:
The finish position of the kettlebell swing is like a standing plank hold, minus the position of your arms. Your midsection should be rigid and unchanging while your shoulders, hips, knees, and ankles are all in a straight line. A plank on the floor is no different.

Resources:
The Wall-Ball Shot
The Burpee
The Kettlebell Swing
The Knees-to-Elbows
Kipping Hanging Knee Raise

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For calories and load:
0:00-5:00
Max power clean

5:00-10:00
Max-calorie Echo bike

10:00-15:00
Max power clean

15:00-20:00
Max-calorie Echo bike

For your score, add both of your best lifts and total calories together.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a bit of a choose-your-own-adventure, depending on how you feel from yesterday. That being said, today is an opportunity to lift heavy and push the intensity on the bike. Can you lift just as much weight on your second power clean attempt as you did on your first? Do you “game” the bike in an attempt to match your clean weight? Or do you hold nothing back and let the chips land where they may? Either way, work hard today and have fun.

Scaling:
To reduce the complexity of the power cleans, reduce the loading and focus on your technique. You may also consider performing hang power cleans.

In case of injury or limitation, perform your calories on any machine available. For the power cleans, consider dumbbell power cleans, Russian kettlebell swings, or even medicine-ball cleans.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
Same as Rx’d.

Coaching cues:
As the power cleans get heavier, the instinct is to try and “sneak” under the barbell. Instead, focus on standing up as tall as you possibly can, then pull yourself underneath the barbell.

Resources:
The Power Clean
Rogue Echo Bike

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On a 2-minute clock:
20 hang power snatches
Max bar-facing burpees

Rest 2 minutes

On a 2-minute clock:
15 hang power snatches
Max bar-facing burpees

Rest 2 minutes

On a 2-minute clock:
10 hang power snatches
Max bar-facing burpees

Rest 2 minutes

On a 2-minute clock:
5 hang power snatches
Max bar-facing burpees

♀ 75 lb
♂ 115 lb

Your score is the total number of bar-facing burpees accumulated.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout challenges you with cycling a light-to-moderate barbell, coupled with a gut check to finish each interval. The loading for the snatch should allow you to cycle at least sets of 5 reps, if not more, especially with the allotted rest between intervals. Remember that in each interval, the snatches decrease in reps. The goal is to finish the snatches as quickly as possible to give yourself maximal time on the burpees. Try to do one more burpee than you want to.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the repetitions.

To reduce the complexity of the hang power snatches, perform hang muscle snatches or consider using a dumbbell to perform alternating hang dumbbell snatches. For the bar-facing burpees, perform regular burpees, not over a bar.

In case of injury or limitation, for the hang power snatches, perform kettlebell swings or hang power cleans if there is an overhead limitation. For the bar-facing burpees, consider up-downs.

Intermediate option:
On a 2-minute clock:
20 hang power snatches
Max bar-facing burpees

Rest 2 minutes

On a 2-minute clock:
15 hang power snatches
Max bar-facing burpees

Rest 2 minutes

On a 2-minute clock:
10 hang power snatches
Max bar-facing burpees

Rest 2 minutes

On a 2-minute clock:
5 hang power snatches
Max bar-facing burpees

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Your score is the total number of bar-facing burpees accumulated.

Beginner option:
On a 2-minute clock:
20 hang power snatches
Max burpees

Rest 2 minutes

On a 2-minute clock:
15 hang power snatches
Max burpees

Rest 2 minutes

On a 2-minute clock:
10 hang power snatches
Max burpees

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Your score is the total number of burpees accumulated.

Note: The Beginner version only has 3 rounds.

Coaching cues:
On the hang power snatches, think about the arms as straps attached to the barbell. The arms stay long as you jump, then pull and punch the barbell to the sky.

Resources:
The Hang Power Snatch
Bar-Facing Burpee
The Burpee

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3 rounds for time of:
800-meter run
30 dumbbell hang squat cleans
200-meter dumbbell front-rack carry

♀ 20-lb dumbbells
♂ 35-lb dumbbells

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a bit of a grind, challenging your stamina, endurance, midline, and mental fortitude. Use a weight for the dumbbell hang squat cleans that allows you to complete your reps in 3 sets or less. If you can hang on for bigger chunks, do it. The dumbbell front-rack carry is meant to be mentally and physically tough. For the carry, don’t rest the dumbbells vertically on the shoulders. Instead, try to maintain a true dumbbell front-rack position with one head of the dumbbell resting on the shoulder, the hand on the handle, and the elbows up. Embrace your time spent with these dumbbells and have fun.

Scaling:
Reduce the weight of the dumbbells. Reduce the distance of the run and front-rack carry.

To reduce the complexity of the hang squat cleans, perform hang medicine-ball cleans, or reduce the reps and perform hang power cleans plus a front squat. For the front-rack carry, use a single dumbbell.

In case of injury or limitation, for the hang squat cleans, consider dumbbell or kettlebell goblet squats or air squats. For the front-rack carry, consider a farmers carry. For the 800-meter run, perform 1,750/2,500 meters on the Echo bike or 800/1,000 meters on the rower.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
800-meter run
20 dumbbell hang squat cleans
200-meter dumbbell front-rack carry

♀ 15-lb dumbbells
♂ 25-lb dumbbells

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
400-meter run
15 dumbbell hang squat cleans
100-meter dumbbell front-rack carry

♀ 10-lb dumbbells
♂ 15-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
In the dumbbell hang squat clean, focus on jumping and shrugging with straight arms before pulling the dumbbells to the shoulders and your body into the bottom of the squat.

Resources:
Running Drills | High Knees and Butt Kickers
The Dumbbell Hang Squat Clean
Double-Dumbbell Front-Rack Carry

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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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For time:
40 box jump-overs
40 kettlebell goblet squats
40 hand-release push-ups
30 box jump-overs
30 kettlebell goblet squats
30 ring dips
20 box jump-overs
20 kettlebell goblet squats
20 handstand push-ups

♀ 53-lb kettlebell and a 20-inch box
♂ 70-lb kettlebell and a 24-inch box

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a take on the Hero benchmark JT. Like the original workout, expect the pressing fatigue to be a real factor. However, you may experience fatigue of the hip flexors, which will make kipping the pressing movements more challenging. Manage your reps and avoid pushing to failure. The loading of the kettlebell should allow you to perform your squats in 2 sets or fewer.

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

To reduce the complexity of the handstand push-ups, perform pike push-ups. For the ring dips, perform jumping or banded ring dips. For the push-ups, perform from the knees. For the box jump-overs, perform box step-overs.

In case of injury or limitation, for the handstand push-ups, perform seated dumbbell shoulder presses. For the ring dips, perform foot-assisted ring dips or straight bar dips. For the push-ups, perform these with your hands on an elevated surface like a 30-inch box. For the kettlebell goblet squats, perform air squats to a target.

Intermediate option:
For time:
40 box jump-overs
40 kettlebell goblet squats
40 hand-release push-ups
30 box jump-overs
30 kettlebell goblet squats
30 jumping ring dips
20 box jump-overs
20 kettlebell goblet squats
20 pike push-ups

♀ 35-lb kettlebell and a 20-inch box
♂ 53-lb kettlebell and a 24-inch box

Beginner option:
For time:
20 box step-overs
20 single-dumbbell goblet squats
20 push-ups from the knees
15 box step-overs
15 single-dumbbell goblet squats
15 foot-assisted ring dips
10 box step-overs
10 single-dumbbell goblet squats
10 seated dumbbell shoulder presses

♀ 10-lb dumbbells and a 12-inch box
♂ 15-lb dumbbells and a 20-inch box

Coaching cues:
On the push-ups, squeeze your thighs, glutes, and stomach throughout your reps. This will help your entire body move up and down as a unit.

Resources:
Box Jump-Over Variations
Kettlebell Goblet Squat
Hand-Release Push-Up
Kipping Ring Dip
The Kipping Handstand Push-Up
Box Step-Over
Ring Dip Scaling
Pike Push-Up

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Extended Helen

5 rounds for time of:
400-meter run
21 kettlebell swings
12 pull-ups

♀ 35 lb
♂ 53 lb

Compare to similar 250625.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Helen is a classic benchmark known for being a simple workout that packs a potent punch. Today’s variation extends the effort and tests your stamina with these movements. Can you maintain your standard Helen pace, or does fatigue set in and force you to slow down? The challenge lies in trying to hold the pace you would hold for the 3-round effort. Just like the original workout, complete the swings and pull-ups in 2 sets or fewer. More advanced athletes should aim to maintain unbroken swings and pull-ups for as many sets as possible.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the kettlebell. Reduce the distance of the run.

To reduce the demands of the pull-ups, consider reducing the reps to 6-8, or complete jumping pull-ups. For the kettlebell swings, reduce the range of motion and perform Russian kettlebell swings.

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 kettlebell swings, consider single-arm Russian kettlebell swings or kettlebell deadlifts. For the pull-ups, perform ring rows.

Intermediate option:
5 rounds for time of:
400-meter run
15 kettlebell swings
6 pull-ups

♀ 26 lb
♂ 35 lb

Beginner option:
4 rounds for time of:
200-meter run
15 Russian kettlebell swings
9 jumping pull-ups

♀ 18 lb
♂ 26 lb

Coaching cues:
In the kettlebell swing, tighten the abdominals, glutes, and quads to avoid overextension of the trunk when the kettlebell is in the overhead position.

Resources:
Running | Pulling and Foot Tapping
The Kettlebell Swing
The Kipping Pull-Up
Russian Kettlebell Swing
Jumping Pull-Up Progression

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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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Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
20 lateral burpees over the dumbbell
20 alternating dumbbell hang clean-to-overheads
200-meter row

♀ 35-lb dumbbell
♂ 50-lb dumbbell

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a grind. Move at a consistent pace and aim to complete at least 4 rounds. The loading of the dumbbell should allow you to complete your reps in 2 sets or less in each round. If you need a place to slow down and recover, do that on the rower. In workouts like these, take it one round at a time and don’t get ahead of yourself or bother looking at the clock — it will only disappoint you.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the dumbbell. Reduce the reps of the burpees and the hang clean-to-overheads. Reduce the distance on the rower.

To reduce the complexity of the lateral burpees over the dumbbell, perform these as standard burpees. For the hang clean-to-overheads, consider muscle clean and shoulder presses or kettlebell swings.

In case of injury or limitation, for the row, consider a 200-meter run or a 400-meter bike. For the lateral burpees over the dumbbell, perform up-downs over the dumbbell or in place. For the dumbbell hang clean-to-overheads, perform hang clean and shoulder presses with a medicine ball or a single-arm Russian kettlebell swing if there is an overhead limitation.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
20 lateral burpees over the dumbbell
20 alternating dumbbell hang clean-to-overheads
200-meter row

♀ 20-lb dumbbell
♂ 35-lb dumbbell

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
10 burpees
10 alternating dumbbell hang clean-to-overheads
200-meter row

♀ 10-lb dumbbell
♂ 15-lb dumbbell

Coaching cues:
During the row, ensure you maintain the proper sequencing of each pull for the most efficiency and power output, and to preserve your energy and push harder for longer. Think about moving through each pull by initiating with a leg drive, then shifting your hips back, and finally pulling with your arms. On the return, it’s the opposite — the arms straighten, the hips flex, and then the legs bend.

Resources:
Rowing Technique Tips

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For time:
50 deadlifts
40 pull-ups
30-calorie row
20 chest-to-bar pull-ups
10 squat cleans

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a chipper. Aim to complete this effort in 15 minutes or less. The loading of the barbell should be light-to-moderate for the deadlifts and moderate-to-heavy for the squat cleans. This means you should be able to consistently perform larger chunks of reps on the deadlifts and singles for the squat cleans. Manage your pace on the rower in anticipation of the final two movements. Don’t push too hard on the rower and end up putting yourself in a “hole” for the remainder of the workout.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the reps of each of the movements.

To reduce the complexity of deadlifts, perform sumo deadlifts. This will reduce the difficulty in navigating the knees. For the pull-ups, reduce the range of motion. For the squat cleans, consider hang squat cleans or a power cleans.

In case of injury or limitation, for the deadlifts, consider kettlebell sumo deadlifts or unloaded good mornings. For the pull-ups, consider ring rows. For the squat cleans, consider dumbbell squat cleans or dumbbell power cleans if there is a squat limitation. For the row, use whatever machine is available to perform the calories.

Intermediate option:
For time:
50 deadlifts
40 jumping pull-ups
30-calorie row
20 pull-ups
10 squat cleans

♀ 95 lb
♂ 135 lb

Beginner option:
For time:
45 deadlifts
35 ring rows
25-calorie row
15 jumping pull-ups
5 squat cleans

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues:
In the squat clean, drive your hips forward, squeeze your glutes at the top, and make sure you finish the pull before pulling under the bar.

Resources:
The Deadlift
The Kipping Pull-Up
Rowing
The Kipping Chest-to-Bar Pull-Up
The Squat Clean
Jumping Pull-Up Progression
The Ring Row

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For 6 rounds, complete 1 minute of:
45 double-unders
Max kettlebell swings in the remaining time

Rest 1 minute between rounds. Score is total number of kettlebell swings.

♀ 53-lb kettlebell
♂ 70-lb kettlebell

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout contains 6 sprint-style intervals. In order to get the most out of this effort, choose a jump rope variation that gives you around 30 seconds to perform kettlebell swings. The kettlebell loading should be something heavier than you may normally swing, but manageable enough that you can swing it for the entirety of the remaining time in the interval.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the kettlebell. Reduce the reps of the double-unders.

To reduce the complexity of the jump rope, consider performing single-unders. For the kettlebell swings, reduce the range of motion.

In case of injury or limitation, for the double-unders, perform penguin taps or consider 7/9 calories on a bike. For the kettlebell swings, perform single-arm swings or kettlebell sumo deadlifts.

Intermediate option:
On a 1-minute clock for 6 rounds, complete:
20 double-unders
Max kettlebell swings in the remaining time

Rest 1 minute between rounds. Score is total number of kettlebell swings.

♀ 35-lb kettlebell
♂ 53-lb kettlebell

Beginner option:
On a 1-minute clock for 6 rounds, complete:
20 single-unders
Max Russian kettlebell swings in the remaining time

Rest 1 minute between rounds. Score is total number of kettlebell swings.

♀ 18-lb kettlebell
♂ 26-lb kettlebell

Coaching cues:
For the kettlebell swings, drive through your heels, squeeze your glutes at the top, and finish with your chest proud.

Resources:
The Double-Under
The Kettlebell Swing
The Single-Under
The Russian Kettlebell Swing

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For time:
Accumulate 2 minutes of an L-sit hold
6 legless rope climbs to 15 feet
12 snatches
Accumulate 2 minutes of an L-sit hold
12 rope climbs to 15 feet
24 snatches

♀ 95-lb barbell
♂ 135-lb barbell

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout combines challenging gymnastics elements with a moderate weightlifting movement. As your midline muscles fatigue from the L-sit holds, expect the rope climbs and the snatches to become more difficult. Choose a weight for the barbell that allows you to maintain a cadence of 6 or more reps per minute. Your best strategy on the snatches will be quick singles. Snatches may be performed as a power or squat variation. On the L-sit holds, choose an option that allows you to consistently hold for 10 seconds or more. Manage the pace of the rope climbs.

Scaling:
Reduce the duration of the L-sit holds. Reduce the number of reps for the rope climbs. Reduce the loading of the snatches.

To reduce the complexity of the L-sit holds, bend one leg or tuck both knees in toward the chest. For the legless rope climbs, reduce height or perform legged rope climbs. For the rope climbs, reduce the height or perform 3 strict pull-ups per rope climb. For the snatches, consider performing hang snatches.

In case of injury or limitation, for the L-sit holds, perform plank holds. For the rope climbs, perform pull-to-stands or ring rows. For the snatches, perform kettlebell swings or dumbbell snatches. If necessary, perform cleans if there is an overhead limitation.

Intermediate option:
For time:
Accumulate 2 minutes of an L-sit hold with knees bent
6 rope climbs to 12 feet
12 snatches
Accumulate 2 minutes of an L-sit hold with knees bent
6 rope climbs to 12 feet
24 snatches

♀ 65-lb barbell
♂ 95-lb barbell

Beginner option:
For time:
Accumulate 2 minutes of a plank hold from the knees
6 pull-to-stands
12 snatches
Accumulate 2 minutes of a plank hold from the knees
12 pull-to-stands
24 snatches

♀ 35-lb barbell
♂ 45-lb barbell

Coaching cues:
In the L-sit hold, drive your heels forward and squeeze your quads — make your legs look like steel beams!

Resources:
The L-Sit
The Legless Rope Climb
The Power Snatch
The Snatch
The Rope Climb (Basket)
The Rope Climb (Wrapping)
Rope Climb Scaling | Pull-to-Stands

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Complete as many reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
3 air squats
3 AbMat sit-ups
3 Russian kettlebell swings
6 air squats
6 AbMat sit-ups
6 Russian kettlebell swings
9 air squats
9 AbMat sit-ups
9 Russian kettlebell swings
… etc.

Continue to add 3 reps to each movement until time expires.

♀ 35 lb
♂ 53 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is an ascending ladder of three relatively simple movements. While the first few sets will seem easy, the workout will become increasingly more challenging as you continue to add reps. The loading of the kettlebell should allow you to maintain unbroken reps for most of the workout.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the kettlebell.

To reduce the complexity of the air squat, perform to a target. For the AbMat sit-ups, consider anchoring the feet.

In case of injury or limitation, for the air squats, consider lunges or low box step-ups. For the AbMat sit-ups, consider plank holds. For the Russian kettlebell swings, consider kettlebell deadlifts or unloaded good mornings.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
3 air squats
3 AbMat sit-ups
3 Russian kettlebell swings
6 air squats
6 AbMat sit-ups
6 Russian kettlebell swings
9 air squats
9 AbMat sit-ups
9 Russian kettlebell swings
… etc.

Continue to add 3 reps to each movement until time expires.

♀ 26 lb
♂ 35 lb

Beginner option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
3 air squats
3 AbMat sit-ups
3 Russian kettlebell swings
6 air squats
6 AbMat sit-ups
6 Russian kettlebell swings
9 air squats
9 AbMat sit-ups
9 Russian kettlebell swings
… etc.

Continue to add 3 reps to each movement until time expires.

♀ 18 lb
♂ 26 lb

Coaching cues:
On the AbMat sit-ups, butterfly the legs to reduce the involvement of the hip flexors, and put the focus on the abdominal muscles.

Resources:
The Air Squat
The AbMat Sit-Up
Russian Kettlebell Swing

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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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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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Deadlift 5-5-3-3-3-1-1-1-1 reps

Compare to 220531 and similar 250429.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today is a heavy day. As always, heavy is relative to each athlete's capacity and experience. You will benefit from today's effort if you work to your limits. Look back at your previous heavy deadlift efforts to help navigate today’s loading. Experienced athletes should build in load 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 as needed to maintain consistently sound mechanics. If you are unable to achieve a sound setup with the barbell on the floor, consider lifting from an elevated surface.

To adjust the complexity of the lift, consider performing a sumo deadlift, or deadlift with a pair of kettlebells or dumbbells.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider performing good mornings or GHD hip extensions.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
Same as Rx’d.

Coaching cues:
As you set up to pull the barbell off the floor, pull the “slack” out of your arms by trying to “break” the barbell across your shins.

Resources:
The Deadlift

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Complete as many reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
1-minute plank hold
25 box jump-overs
1-minute plank hold
25 box jump-overs
1-minute plank hold
25 box jump-overs
1-minute plank hold
Max back squats in the remaining time

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

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Stimulus and Strategy:
In today’s workout, expect the plank holds and box jumps to have a significant effect on the back squats at the end of the workout. The plank hold will challenge your midline, while the box jumps will get the legs nice and tired. Perform the plank holds on the forearms or the hands (your choice). Choose options for the plank holds and box jumps that allow you to get to the back squats with at least 2 minutes to perform squats. Then, once you have the barbell on your back, challenge yourself not to put the bar down until time expires.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the height of the box jump-overs. Reduce the duration of the plank holds.

To reduce the complexity of the plank holds, perform from the knees. For the box jump-overs, perform box step-up overs. For the back squats, consider dumbbell or kettlebell goblet squats.

In case of an injury or limitation, perform plank holds with your hands on a 24- or 30-inch box. For the back squats, perform air squats or lunges.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
1-minute plank hold
25 box jump-overs
1-minute plank hold
25 box jump-overs
1-minute plank hold
25 box jump-overs
1-minute plank hold
Max back squats in the remaining time

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

Beginner option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
30-second plank hold
20 box step-overs
30-second plank hold
20 box step-overs
30-second plank hold
20 box step-overs
30-second plank hold
Max back squats in the remaining time

♀ 35-lb barbell and 12-inch box
♂ 45-lb barbell and 20-inch box

Coaching cues:
When holding the plank, squeeze your glutes and focus on bringing your ribs to your hips. This will help you maintain a rigid position and keep the hips and shoulders in line.

Resources:
Plank Hold
Box Jump-Over Variations
The Back Squat
Plank Hold Variations
Box Step-Over

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For time:
5 power cleans
20 shuttle runs (25 feet out and 25 feet back)
5 power cleans
20 bar-facing burpees

Rest 3 minutes

5 power cleans
15 shuttle runs
5 power cleans
15 bar-facing burpees

Rest 2 minutes

5 power cleans
10 shuttle runs
5 power cleans
10 bar-facing burpees

♀ 145 lb
♂ 205 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
In today’s workout, you have three intervals to push through — move as quickly as possible through each interval. The rest between each set won’t be enough for full recovery, but just enough to allow you to push through the next interval. Use a weight for the power cleans that allows you to complete your reps in about 1 minute or less. Have fun with this one, and try to keep your foot on the gas.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the reps of the shuttle runs and the burpees.

To reduce the complexity of the power cleans, perform hang power cleans or use a pair of dumbbells. For the bar-facing burpees, consider bar-facing up-downs, or regular burpees or up-downs.

In case of an injury or limitation, perform single-arm dumbbell power cleans or kettlebell swings. For the shuttle runs, consider a 900/1,250-meter Echo bike.

Intermediate option:
For time:
5 power cleans
20 shuttle runs (25 feet out and 25 feet back)
5 power cleans
20 bar-facing burpees

Rest 3 minutes

5 power cleans
15 shuttle runs
5 power cleans
15 bar-facing burpees

Rest 2 minutes

5 power cleans
10 shuttle runs
5 power cleans
10 bar-facing burpees

♀ 105 lb
♂ 155 lb

Beginner option:
For time:
5 power cleans
10 shuttle runs (25 feet out and 25 feet back)
5 power cleans
10 bar-facing burpees

Rest 3 minutes

5 power cleans
8 shuttle runs
5 power cleans
8 bar-facing burpees

Rest 2 minutes

5 power cleans
6 shuttle runs
5 power cleans
6 bar-facing burpees

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues:
As you make the turn in the shuttle run, lower your body by bending the knees and hips. Then, stay low as you change direction and then accelerate into the next shuttle.

Resources:
The Power Clean
Shuttle Run Tips
Bar-Facing Burpee

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Nate

Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
2 ring muscle-ups
4 handstand push-ups
8 kettlebell swings

♀ 53 lb
♂ 70 lb

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Compare to 221018 and similar 241015.

Chief Petty Officer Nate Hardy was killed Sunday Feb. 4, 2012, during combat operations in Iraq. Nate is survived by his wife, Mindi, and his son, Parker.

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s effort is the Hero workout Nate. If you have completed this workout in the past, look back to your score to help you navigate today’s effort. The kettlebell loading should be moderate and allow you to go unbroken through all rounds. Athletes completing this workout as prescribed should aim to complete a round in 2 minutes or less. Today is a great opportunity for intermediate athletes to practice muscle-ups and handstand push-ups, even if it means completing fewer rounds.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the kettlebell. Reduce the reps of the muscle-ups and handstand push-ups.

To reduce the complexity of the ring muscle-ups, perform jumping muscle-ups or low-ring muscle-up transitions. For the handstand push-ups, perform pike push-ups or dumbbell shoulder presses. For the kettlebell swings, reduce the range of motion.

In case of an injury or limitation, perform ring rows or foot-assisted strict pull-ups for the muscle-ups. For the handstand push-ups, perform single-arm dumbbell shoulder presses or push-ups. For the kettlebell swings, consider single-arm Russian kettlebell swings or unloaded good mornings.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
2 jumping ring muscle-ups
4 pike push-ups
8 kettlebell swings

♀ 35 lb
♂ 53 lb

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
2 low-ring muscle-up transitions
4 dumbbell shoulder presses
8 kettlebell swings

♀ 18-lb kettlebell and 15-lb dumbbells
♂ 26-lb kettlebell and 20-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
Try starting your first kettlebell swing of every set with the kettlebell set up slightly in front of the toes. Then, like a center hiking a football, “hike” the kettlebell back between your legs and then drive it over head.

Resources:
The Kipping Muscle-Up
The Kipping Handstand Push-Up
The Kettlebell Swing
Jumping Ring Muscle-Up
Pike Push-Up
Low-Ring Muscle-Up Transition
The Dumbbell Shoulder Press
CrossFit Hero and Tribute Workouts

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Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
15 dumbbell deadlifts
50-foot handstand walk

♀ 35-lb dumbbells
♂ 50-lb dumbbells

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a back-and-forth couplet. The loading of the dumbbell should allow you to perform your reps unbroken in each set. Choose an option for the handstand walk that allows you to complete each set in 45 seconds or less. Sticking to this stimulus should allow you to complete at least 5 rounds, although you will definitely see some scores close to a round per minute. Prior to starting the workout, spend some time practicing handstand walks and getting upside down. For the deadlifts, you can put the dumbbells inside your legs like a sumo deadlift or keep them on the outside like a conventional deadlift.

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

To reduce the complexity of the handstand walk, consider performing 20 shoulder taps against the wall or with your feet on a box. You may also consider 3-5 inchworms or a bear crawl.

In case of an injury or limitation, perform single-kettlebell sumo deadlifts or unloaded good mornings in place of the deadlifts. For the handstand walks, consider seated alternating light dumbbell shoulder presses.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
15 dumbbell deadlifts
20 shoulder taps with feet elevated on a box

♀ 20-lb dumbbells
♂ 35-lb dumbbells

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
10 single-kettlebell sumo deadlifts
50-foot bear crawl

♀ 18-lb kettlebell
♂ 26-lb kettlebell

Coaching cues:
During the handstand walks, think of the arms as stilts. As you move forward, the supporting arm should be straight.

Resources:
The Dumbbell Deadlift
The Handstand Walk
Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift
Pike Shoulder Taps
The Bear Crawl
Handstand Walk Scaling Tips

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Complete as many meters as possible in 20 minutes of:
Farmers carry

♀ 53-lb kettlebells
♂ 70-lb kettlebells

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is both a mental and physical grind. There is not much to this effort — grab a pair of kettlebells and get to work. Consider a work-to-rest strategy. Whether it is moving for a certain distance before putting the weight down or moving for a certain amount of time, both are good plans of attack and will keep you engaged for 20 minutes.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the kettlebells. Reduce the duration of the workout.

To reduce the complexity of the farmers carry, consider using one kettlebell and switching hands as needed. You may also consider carrying the kettlebell (or a dumbbell) on the shoulder instead of in the farmers carry position.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider wearing a weighted vest instead of carrying a kettlebell or dumbbell. Other options could include pushing or pulling a sled, or a combination of both.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many meters as possible in 20 minutes of:
Farmers carry

♀ 35-lb kettlebells
♂ 53-lb kettlebells

Beginner option:
Complete as many meters as possible in 10 minutes of:
Farmers carry

♀ 26-lb kettlebell
♂ 35-lb kettlebell

Coaching cues:
When you are moving with the kettlebells, focus on keeping your chest up, belly tight, and pulling your shoulders back and down.

Resources:
Kettlebell Farmers Carry

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Push press 5-5-5-5-5 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. Look back at your previous attempt to help navigate today’s workout. As long as you are working to your limits, you will benefit from this effort. Experienced athletes should build to a heavy set of 5 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:
To adjust the complexity of the lift, consider performing the movement with a pair of dumbbells or performing shoulder presses.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider using a single dumbbell or kettlebell. If you are unable to add load, consider handstand push-ups, pike push-ups, or push-ups.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
Same as Rx’d.

Coaching cues:
In an attempt to keep your torso more vertical in the dip-and-drive phase of the push press, visualize yourself keeping your shoulders and hips against a wall as you dip and drive.

Resources:
The Push Press

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