On a 5-minute clock, complete:
200-meter run
Then, 2 rounds of:
3 bar muscle-ups
6 deadlifts
9 box jumps

Rest with the remaining time in the interval.

On a 7-minute clock, complete:
400-meter run
Then, 3 rounds of:
3 bar muscle-ups
6 deadlifts
9 box jumps

Rest with the remaining time in the interval.

On a 9-minute clock, complete:
800-meter run
Then, 4 rounds of:
3 bar muscle-ups
6 deadlifts
9 box jumps

Rest with the remaining time in the interval.

♀ 155-lb barbell and a 24-inch box
♂ 225-lb barbell and a 30-inch box

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a challenge, and making the movements appropriate to your skill level is key to getting the most out of this effort. The loading of the barbell should be moderate and allow you to perform the reps unbroken in every set. When you are thinking about scaling options, consider movements that allow you to complete each round of 3/6/9 in about 1 minute or less. Expect the box jumps to be the biggest speed bump in the equation. With this in mind, push the pace on each run to give yourself as much time as possible to complete the rounds in each interval. Expect the first interval to leave you with the most rest and the last interval to be the most challenging. It’s possible you won’t finish all 4 rounds of the final interval.

To calculate your score, keep track of your rest at the end of each interval. Then, add the three times together into one time. For example, if I have 1 minute of rest at the end of all three intervals, then my score is 3 minutes.

Scaling:
Reduce the distance of each run. Reduce the volume of the bar muscle-ups and box jumps. Reduce the load of the barbell.

To reduce the complexity of the bar muscle-ups, perform a challenging pulling exercise such as jumping bar muscle-ups, chest-to-bar pull-ups, chin-over-bar pull-ups, or ring rows. For the box jumps, reduce the height of the box or perform step-ups.

In case of injury or limitation, perform a 500/700-meter Echo bike or 200/250-meter row in place of the 200-meter run. For the 400-meter run, perform a 900/1,250-meter Echo bike or 400/500-meter row. For the 800-meter run, perform a 1,750/2,500-meter Echo bike or 800/1,000-meter row. For the bar muscle-ups, consider a banded PVC pull-down. For the deadlifts, consider sumo deadlifts with a kettlebell or unloaded good mornings.

Intermediate option:
On a 5-minute clock, complete:
200-meter run
Then, 2 rounds of:
1 bar muscle-up
6 deadlifts
9 box jumps

Rest with the remaining time in the interval.

On a 7-minute clock, complete:
400-meter run
Then, 3 rounds of:
1 bar muscle-up
6 deadlifts
9 box jumps

Rest with the remaining time in the interval.

On a 9-minute clock, complete:
800-meter run
Then, 4 rounds of:
1 bar muscle-up
6 deadlifts
9 box jumps

Rest with the remaining time in the interval.

♀ 105-lb barbell and a 20-inch box
♂ 155-lb barbell and a 24-inch box

Beginner option:
On a 5-minute clock, complete:
200-meter run
Then, 2 rounds of:
2 ring rows
4 deadlifts
6 box step-ups

Rest with the remaining time in the interval.

On a 7-minute clock, complete:
400-meter run
Then, 3 rounds of:
2 ring rows
4 deadlifts
6 box step-ups

Rest with the remaining time in the interval.

On a 9-minute clock, complete:
400-meter run
Then, 4 rounds of:
2 ring rows
4 deadlifts
6 box step-ups

Rest with the remaining time in the interval.

♀ 55-lb barbell and a 12-inch box
♂ 75-lb barbell and a 20-inch box

Coaching cues:
In the descent of the deadlift, pull the bar in close to the body as you press the hips back. Imagine trying to “break” the barbell across your thighs.

Resources:
Running | Position Drill
The Kipping Bar Muscle-Up
The Deadlift
The Box Jump
Bar Muscle-Up Tips | Climbing Pull-Up
Jumping Bar Muscle-Up
The Box Step-Up

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Fight Gone Bad

3 rounds for max reps of:
1 minute of wall-ball shots
1 minute of sumo deadlift high pulls
1 minute of box jumps
1 minute of push presses
1 minute of rowing calories
Rest 1 minute

♀ 14-lb medicine ball to 9 feet, 55-lb barbell, 20-inch box
♂ 20-lb medicine ball to 10 feet, 75-lb barbell, 20-inch box

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a classic CrossFit benchmark. Look back to your previous score to help you navigate today’s effort. Push to keep moving for as much of each minute as possible. Capitalize on movements you excel at and pace yourself on your weaker movements. If you have completed this workout before, don’t pace it. Give the first round a run for its money, and then hang on for the ride.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell and medicine ball.

Reduce the complexity of the wall-ball shots by lowering the height of the target. For the sumo deadlift high pulls, perform the movement with a kettlebell or dumbbell. For the box jumps, reduce the height of the box. For push presses, perform the movement with dumbbells.

In case of injury or limitation, use any machine available to perform calories. For the wall-ball shots, perform medicine-ball squats (overhead limitation). For the sumo deadlift high pulls, perform kettlebell or dumbbell sumo deadlifts or Russian kettlebell swings. For the box jumps, perform step-ups. For the push presses, perform single-arm dumbbell push presses or shoulder presses.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
3 rounds for max reps of:
1 minute of wall-ball shots
1 minute of sumo deadlift high pulls
1 minute of box jumps
1 minute of push presses
1 minute of rowing calories
Rest 1 minute

♀ 6-lb medicine ball to 9 feet, 35-lb barbell, 12-inch box
♂ 10-lb medicine ball to 10 feet, 45-lb barbell, 12-inch box

Coaching cues:
From the top of the sumo deadlift high pull, focus on returning the hands to the hips before hinging at the hips to return the barbell to the floor.

Resources:
The Wall-Ball Shot
The Sumo Deadlift High Pull
The Box Jump
The Push Press
Rowing Technique Tips

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Deadlift 5-5-5-5-5 reps

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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. 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:
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:
During the deadlift, imagine a string between your belly button and sternum. To maintain a flat back throughout the lift, keep this string tight.

Resources:
The Deadlift

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For time:
50 box jumps
40-calorie Echo bike
30 deadlifts
40-calorie Echo bike
50 box jumps

♀ 155 lb and a 20-inch box
♂ 225 lb and a 24-inch box

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is an upside-down pyramid — the reps go down and then back up to finish. Don’t let the first set of box jumps dictate the rest of the workout. In other words, you want to move at a pace that still allows you to push through the exercises that follow. Come out too hot, and this workout becomes a struggle really quickly. Manage your reps on the deadlifts to allow for short breaks between sets. Consider rep schemes like 10/8/7/5 or 8/7/5/5/5. Dig deep as you prepare to go back up the other side of the pyramid. Just keep moving.

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

To reduce the complexity of the box jumps, jump on a lower box (to preserve the jumping stimulus) or perform box step-ups. For the deadlifts, perform the lift with the bumper plates on an elevated surface.

In case of injury or limitation, for deadlifts, perform sumo deadlifts, or use dumbbells or a single kettlebell. If you do not have an Echo bike, use any machine you have available.

Intermediate option:
For time:
40 box jumps
30-calorie Echo bike
30 deadlifts
30-calorie Echo bike
40 box jumps

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

Beginner option:
For time:
30 box step-ups
20-calorie Echo bike
20 deadlifts
20-calorie Echo bike
30 box step-ups

♀ 55 lb and a 12-inch box
♂ 75 lb and a 20-inch box

Coaching cues:
As you are jumping on the box, think about each jump as a mini squat — as you load up to jump, your knees should track your toes and your weight should be balanced about your feet.

Resources:
The Box Jump
Rogue Echo Bike
The Deadlift
The Box Step-Up

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For total reps:
Tabata deadlifts
Tabata box jump-overs

Tabata is 20 seconds of work, then 10 seconds of rest for 8 rounds. Complete all 8 rounds of the deadlifts, then complete all 8 rounds of the box jump-overs.

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

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a double dose of Tabata — one weightlifting movement and one gymnastics movement. The goal is to move for as much of the 20 seconds as possible with minimal rest. The loading of the deadlift should be light to moderate. For the box jump-overs, consider stepping off the box before jumping into your next rep for safety. Following your last set of deadlifts, you have 10 seconds to transition to the first set of box jump-overs.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the deadlift. Reduce the height of the box.

To reduce the complexity of the box jump-overs, consider performing box step-overs.

In case of injury or limitation, perform sumo deadlifts or dumbbell deadlifts. For the box jump-overs, consider performing calories on any available machine.

Intermediate option:
For total reps:
Tabata deadlifts
Tabata box jump-overs

Tabata is 20 seconds of work, then 10 seconds of rest for 8 rounds. Complete all 8 rounds of the deadlifts, then complete all 8 rounds of the box jump-overs.

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

Beginner option:
For total reps:
Tabata deadlifts
Tabata box step-overs

Tabata is 20 seconds of work, then 10 seconds of rest for 8 rounds. Complete all 8 rounds of the deadlifts, then complete all 8 rounds of the box step-overs.

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

Coaching cues:
On the return of the deadlift, focus on sending the hips back and keeping the barbell close to the body until the barbell passes the knees.

Resources:
The Deadlift
Box Jump-Over Variations
Box Step-Over

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

♀ 53 lb
♂ 70 lb

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

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

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

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

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

♀ 53 lb
♂ 70 lb

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

♀ 18 lb
♂ 26 lb

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

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

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7 sets:
Accumulate a 30-second L-sit hold
3 heavy deadlifts

Rest 2 minutes between sets.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is not your typical strength day. We have gymnastics strength and weightlifting strength in the same effort. The goal is to complete the L-sit hold in as few sets as possible, then lift a heavy set of 3 deadlifts. Use an option for your L-sit hold that allows you to complete 30 seconds in 3 sets or less. For the equipment used for the L-sit holds, use anything at your disposal — parallettes, boxes, heavy dumbbells, rings, or even the floor. Aim to stay consistent with your L-sit hold and increase the loading of your deadlift as you are able. Keep in mind that heavy is relative and some days are better than others. Stay within your capacity and listen to your body.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the duration of the L-sit hold to no less than 20 seconds.

To reduce the complexity of the L-sit hold, shorten the levers (legs). Consider bending one leg and keeping the other straight, bending both legs, or simply holding knees above your hips in a tuck position.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider holding a plank or hollow hold for the L-sit holds. For the deadlifts, consider lifting from blocks, sumo deadlifts, or unloaded good mornings. Remember, we are looking for pain-free range of motion.

Intermediate option:
7 sets:
Accumulate a 20-second L-sit hold, one leg straight
3 heavy deadlifts

Rest 2 minutes between sets.

Beginner option:
7 sets:
Accumulate a 20-second tuck hold
3 deadlifts

Rest 2 minutes between sets.

Coaching cues:
In the deadlift, use your breath to help control the stability of your midline. Before lifting the barbell off the ground, take a deep breath and hold it. After you move through the sticking point, let that breath out. Inhale again as you descend into the next rep.

Resources:
The L-Sit
The Deadlift
L-Sit Scaling

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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5 rounds for time of:
5 deadlifts
10 bar-facing burpees

♀ 185 lb
♂ 275 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s effort is a slight variation of a 2008 CrossFit Games workout. This couplet should feel relatively heavy but still fast-paced. Choose a challenging deadlift load, but one you can complete unbroken with sound technique. Choose an option for the burpees you can complete in 1 minute or less per round. The goal is to complete this workout in 10 minutes or less.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading so you can complete each set of deadlifts unbroken. Reduce the number of burpees so you can complete the reps in 1 minute or less.

To reduce the complexity of the deadlifts, reduce the weight. You may also consider a sumo stance with the hands inside the legs.

To reduce the complexity of the burpees, perform up-downs or burpees in place.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider performing dumbbell or kettlebell deadlifts, or unloaded good mornings. For the burpees, perform up-downs or push-ups, using an elevated target as needed.

Intermediate option:
5 rounds for time of:
5 deadlifts
10 bar-facing burpees

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

Beginner option:
5 rounds for time of:
5 deadlifts
8 burpees

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Coaching cues:
When returning the barbell to the floor in the deadlift, pull your triceps up against your lats. This will help keep the barbell close to your body and keep your upper back from yielding to the load.

Resources:
The Deadlift
Bar-Facing Burpee Efficiency Tips
The Burpee

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

♀ 35 lb
♂ 53 lb

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

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

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the kettlebell.

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

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

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

♀ 26 lb
♂ 35 lb

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

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

♀ 18 lb
♂ 26 lb

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

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

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

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For time:
30 handstand push-ups
30 deadlifts
30 ring dips
30 power cleans
30 pull-ups
30 thrusters

♀ 155-lb deadlifts, 95-lb cleans, 65-lb thrusters
♂ 225-lb deadlifts, 135-lb cleans, 95-lb thrusters

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a chipper and may look familiar. This mash-up fuses together three classic CrossFit benchmarks: Diane, Elizabeth, and Fran, but with fewer reps than the traditional 45 of each movement. That said, this should challenge you to keep moving and maintain larger chunks of reps. All athletes should use options that allow them to finish in 15 minutes or less. Advanced athletes may be able to go sub-10.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of each barbell to something that feels moderate-to-light for each movement and that you can complete in sets of at least 10 while fresh.

To reduce the complexity of the handstand push-up, perform a pike push-up or dumbbell shoulder press. For the ring dips, lower the rings to a position that allows your feet to touch the ground. Then use them to help you move through the range of motion. For the pull-ups, perform a jumping pull-up or ring row. For the barbell movements, reduce the loading to something that allows you to focus on the technique and move safely.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider using a single dumbbell for most of the movements. Perform a single-arm shoulder press for the handstand push-ups, a dumbbell sumo deadlift for the deadlift or an unweighted good morning, a push-up or dumbbell floor press for the ring dips, a single-arm dumbbell power clean for the power cleans, a single-arm ring row for the pull-ups, and a single-arm dumbbell thruster, dumbbell front squat, or dumbbell push press for the thruster.

Intermediate option:
For time:
30 handstand push-ups
30 deadlifts
30 ring dips
30 power cleans
30 pull-ups
30 thrusters

♀ 125-lb deadlifts, 65-lb cleans, 55-lb thrusters
♂ 185-lb deadlifts, 95-lb cleans, 75-lb thrusters

Beginner option:
For time:
20 dumbbell shoulder presses
20 deadlifts
20 foot-assisted ring dips
20 power cleans
20 ring rows
20 thrusters

♀ 10-lb dumbbells, 55-lb deadlifts, 35-lb cleans, 35-lb thrusters
♂ 15-lb dumbbells, 75-lb deadlifts, 45-lb cleans, 45-lb thrusters

Coaching cues:
For the power cleans in today’s workout, it may be tempting to perform muscle cleans or use more upper body. Be cautious as the next movement is pull-ups. Instead, focus on using your legs and pulling into a partial squat.

Resources:
The Kipping Handstand Push-Up
The Deadlift
The Ring Dip
The Power Clean
The Kipping Pull-Up
The Thruster
Ring Dip Scaling
The Ring Row

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15-12-9-6-3 reps for time of:
Deadlifts
Burpee pull-ups

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

♀ 185 lb
♂ 275 lb

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout focuses on moving a heavier barbell with an elevated heart rate. The goal is to complete this workout in 15 minutes or less. Choose a weight for the barbell that allows you to complete consistent sets of 5 unbroken reps. For the burpee pull-ups, the set of 15 should take no more than 90 seconds to complete.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell or the reps of either movement.

To reduce the complexity of the deadlift, perform a sumo deadlift with a barbell or kettlebell. For the burpee pull-ups, perform an up-down instead of the burpee and lower the pull-up bar to allow you to use your legs more.

In case of injury or limitation, perform a light or unloaded good morning in place of the deadlift. For the burpee pull-ups, perform an up-down in place of the burpees and a ring row for the pull-ups.

Intermediate option:
15-12-9-6-3 reps for time of:
Deadlift
Burpee pull-ups

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

♀ 135 lb
♂ 205 lb

Beginner option:
12-9-6-3 reps for time of:
Deadlift
Burpee jumping pull-ups

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

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Coaching cues:
On the burpee pull-up, don’t waste time after completing the pull-up. Immediately get back to the ground and “rest” in the bottom of the burpee. Just don’t get caught lying on the ground for too long.

Resources:
The Deadlift
Burpee Pull-Up

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For time:
1,000-meter row
50 deadlifts
30 handstand push-ups

♀ 95 lb
♂ 135 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is inspired by the classic CrossFit workout Jackie. Your goal is to finish in 10 minutes or less. Just like Jackie, you need to push the pace on the rower. The workout isn’t won here, but it can certainly be lost. The load of the barbell should feel light and allow you to knock out larger chunks of reps. On the handstand push-ups — just like the pull-ups in Jackie — use whatever you have left in the tank to get across the finish line.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell to maintain sets of 15 reps or more.

To reduce the complexity of the deadlift, consider performing a sumo deadlift or a dumbbell deadlift. For the handstand push-ups, consider a pike push-up, a dumbbell push press, or a standard push-up.

In case of injury or limitation, complete 2,500 meters on the Echo bike or 1,000 meters on a ski erg. For the deadlifts, consider a sumo deadlift with a kettlebell, an unloaded good morning, or a GHD hip extension. For the handstand push-ups, consider a dumbbell shoulder press with one or both arms or a push-up.

Intermediate option:
For time:
1,000-meter row
50 deadlifts
20 handstand push-ups

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

Beginner option:
For time:
500-meter row
40 deadlifts
20 dumbbell shoulder presses

♀ 35-lb barbell and 15-lb dumbbells
♂ 45-lb barbell and 20-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
To maintain balance and proximity to the wall during kipping handstand push-ups, check your timing. Pull your knees down more slowly, brace your stomach, and then kick your heels toward the wall immediately followed by pressing with your arms to finish the lockout.

Resources:
Rowing Technique Tips
The Deadlift
The Kipping Handstand Push-Up
The Dumbbell Press

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Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 8 minutes of:
2 wall walks
2 deadlifts

♀ 205 lb
♂ 315 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
The goal today is to perform at least 1 round per minute. Reduce the difficulty of the wall walks to complete each round in 30 seconds or less. Loading of the barbell should feel moderate to heavy, allowing you to maintain unbroken sets for the majority of the workout.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell.

To decrease the complexity of the wall walks, reduce the range of motion by only taking two to three steps toward the wall, or performing an inchworm + a push-up.

In case of injury or limitation, perform a sumo deadlift with a barbell, kettlebell, or dumbbell in place of the deadlifts. If needed, eliminate the external loading and perform a GHD hip extension or a PVC good morning. As for the wall walks, perform an inchworm + push-up or shoulder taps in a plank hold.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 8 minutes of:
2 wall walks
2 deadlifts

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 8 minutes of:
2 inchworm + push-ups
2 deadlifts

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Coaching cues:
This barbell will get heavy. Take a deep breath, brace your core, and pull your shoulders back and down. Don’t get caught being lazy.

Resources:
The Wall Walk
The Deadlift
Inchworm + Push-Up

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Resources:
The Dumbbell Snatch
The Wall-Ball Shot

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On a 2-minute clock for 5 rounds, complete:
100-foot farmers carry
30 anchored sit-ups
Max dumbbell squat cleans in the remaining time

Rest 1 minute between rounds.

♀ 35-lb dumbbells
♂ 50-lb dumbbells

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Scaling:
In today’s workout, you need to push the pace in order to start working on your score. Set up a farmers carry route that is 50 feet out and 50 feet back. As soon as you get back, put your dumbbells down, put your toes under the dumbbell handles, and begin your sit-ups. The goal is to have at least 30 seconds to perform squat cleans. So, reduce the distance of the carry and reps of the sit-ups as needed. As for the loading of the dumbbells, you should be able to hang on for the entire farmers carry and perform at least 7 squat cleans before needing a quick break. If in doubt today, go lighter and do more reps.

Intermediate option:
On a 2-minute clock for 5 rounds, complete:
100-foot farmers carry
30 anchored sit-ups
Max dumbbell squat cleans in the remaining time

Rest 1 minute between rounds.

♀ 20-lb dumbbells
♂ 35-lb dumbbells

Beginner option:
On a 2-minute clock for 5 rounds, complete:
50-foot farmers carry
15 anchored sit-ups
Max dumbbell hang squat cleans in the remaining time

Rest 1 minute between rounds.

♀ 10-lb dumbbells
♂ 15-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
Play around with your foot position on the squat cleans. Consider keeping your feet in your squat stance and touching the dumbbell on the ground in between your feet. This “sumo deadlift” to squat clean technique can speed up your reps.

Resources:
The Dumbbell Farmers Carry
The Anchored Sit-Up
The Dumbbell Hang (Squat) Clean

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1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10 reps for time of:
Sumo deadlift high pulls
Ring dips

♀ 75-lb barbell
♂ 115-lb barbell

Scaling:
Today’s workout is a classic pull and push movement combination. In theory, you should be able to go back and forth between movements with minimal interference. Tread lightly in the first few rounds as they will go by very quickly. However, the later rounds are a different story. The loading of the barbell should be light to moderate and allow you to perform most of your sets unbroken. As for the ring dips, if you are going to do these as prescribed, we recommend you be able to complete consistent sets of 3 or more unbroken reps. To reduce the difficulty of the ring dips, consider jumping dips or foot-assisted dips.

Intermediate option:
1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10 reps for time of:
Sumo deadlift high pulls
Jumping ring dips

♀ 55-lb barbell
♂ 75-lb barbell

Beginner option:
1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8 reps for time of:
Sumo deadlift high pulls
Foot-assisted ring dips

♀ 35-lb barbell
♂ 45-lb barbell

Coaching cues:
Set the rings up high enough so your legs can be somewhat straight as you descend to the bottom of the dip. Once you get to the bottom, bring your knees up toward your chest and push the rings into your pockets. The longer legs allow for a more effective kip.

Resources:
The Sumo Deadlift High Pull
The Ring Dip
Kipping Ring Dip
Ring Dip Scaling
The Power of Progression, Part 3: Sumo Deadlift High Pull

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3 rounds for time of:
20 sumo deadlift high pulls
40 GHD sit-ups
120 double-unders

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

Scaling:
Today’s workout is a moderate-duration effort and will challenge the integrity of your midline. Your goal should be to keep each round to 5 minutes or less. The loading of the barbell should be light and allow you to perform at least 10 reps every time you pick it up. Spend no more than 2 minutes performing double-unders. If you have not been consistent in accumulating volume on the GHD within the last few weeks, reduce the reps and range of motion for this movement.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
20 sumo deadlift high pulls
20 GHD sit-ups to parallel
60 double-unders

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
20 sumo deadlift high pulls
20 AbMat sit-ups
60 single-unders

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Resources:
The Sumo Deadlift High Pull
The GHD Sit-Up
The Double-Under
Training the GHD Sit-Up
The Power of Progression, Part 3: Sumo Deadlift High Pull

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Fight Gone Bad

3 rounds for max reps of:
1 minute of wall-ball shots
1 minute of sumo deadlift high pulls
1 minute of box jumps
1 minute of push presses
1 minute of rowing (calories)
Rest 1 minute

♀ 14-lb ball to 9 feet, 55-lb SDHP and press, 20-inch box
♂ 20-lb ball to 10 feet, 75-lb SDHP and press, 20-inch box

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Scaling:
Today’s workout is a classic CrossFit benchmark, originally created for an MMA fighter to simulate the feeling of a 3-round match. Although we are not fighting in this workout, it does pack a punch. Push to keep moving for as much of each minute as possible. Capitalize on movements you excel at and pace yourself on your weaker movements. Most athletes should be able to stick with the interval pattern. Beginners should reduce the loading and height of the box. Intermediate athletes can complete this workout as prescribed.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d

Beginner option:
3 rounds for max reps of:
1 minute of wall-ball shots
1 minute of sumo deadlift high pulls
1 minute of box jumps
1 minute of push presses
1 minute of rowing (calories)
Rest 1 minute

♀ 6-lb ball to 9 feet, 35-lb SDHP and press, 12-inch box
♂ 10-lb ball to 10 feet, 45-lb SDHP and press, 12-inch box

Resources:
The Wall-ball Shot
The Sumo Deadlift High Pull
The Box Jump
The Push Press
Rowing Technique

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Featured photo:
Taken by RXdPhotography during Open Workout 21.2 at Whitehart CrossFit in Pulborough, UK.

Complete as many reps as possible in 10 minutes of:

8 ring dips
8 sumo deadlift high pulls
16 double-unders

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

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Scaling:
Expect to go around and around the merry-go-round in today’s workout. The rep volume is low, and so is the loading. This should allow you to push the pace for the entire duration of the workout. Advanced athletes should try to maintain unbroken reps for as many sets as possible. Less-experienced athletes should scale the movements to perform a single round in 2 minutes or less. That said, we could see advanced athletes maintaining a single round every minute.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 10 minutes of:

8 jumping ring dips
8 sumo deadlift high pulls
16 double-unders

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Beginner option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 10 minutes of:

8 foot-assisted ring dips
8 sumo deadlift high pulls
16 single-unders

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Resources:
The Ring Dip
The Sumo Deadlift High Pull
The Double-under
The Single-under

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Featured photo:
Taken by Charlotte Foerschler at CrossFit Krypton in Chesapeake, Virginia.

8 rounds for time:
10 sumo deadlift high pulls
12 hand-release push-ups

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

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Scaling:
In this workout, no single round should take longer than 2 minutes to complete. The loading of the sumo deadlift high pull should be light and allow you to perform the reps in 2 sets or less.

Intermediate option:
8 rounds for time:
10 sumo deadlift high pulls
12 hand-release push-ups

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Beginner option:
5 rounds for time:
8 sumo deadlift high pulls
8 push-ups from the knees

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Resources:
The Sumo Deadlift High Pull
A Fresh Take on the Lowly Push-Up

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Featured photo:
Taken at CrossFit Fury in Goodyear, Arizona.

5 rounds for time:
15 push jerks
12 chest-to-bar pull-ups
9 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

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Scaling:

Reduce the load of the barbell to maintain larger — if not unbroken — movements across most rounds. Scale the difficulty of the pull-up to finish each round in 2 sets or less.

Intermediate option:

5 rounds for time:
15 push jerks
12 chin-over-bar pull-ups
9 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Beginner option:

5 rounds for time:
12 push jerks
9 jumping pull-ups
6 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Resources:
The Push Jerk
The Kipping Chest-to-Bar Pull-Up
Jumping Pull-Up Efficiency Tips
The Sumo Deadlift High Pull
The Power of Progression, Part 3: Sumo Deadlift High Pull

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Taken by Beyond the Script Photography at CrossFit Big House in Cleveland, Ohio.

Complete as many reps as possible in 7 minutes of:
1 legless rope climb, 15 ft
3 bar-facing burpees
5 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

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Scaling:
This workout is a sprint. Reduce the load of the barbell to maintain unbroken reps. Reduce the difficulty of the legless rope climb to minimize prolonged rest periods.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 7 minutes of:
1 rope climb, 15 ft
3 bar-facing burpees
5 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Beginner option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 7 minutes of:
2 pull-to-stands
3 bar-facing burpees
5 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Movement resources:
The Legless Rope Climb
Bar-facing Burpee Efficiency Tips
The Rope Climb (Wrapping)
The Rope Climb (Basket)
The Sumo Deadlift High Pull
The Power of Progression, Part 3: Sumo Deadlift High Pull

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Fight Gone Bad!
3 rounds for max reps of:
1 minute of wall-ball shots
1 minute of sumo deadlift high pulls
1 minute of box jumps
1 minute of push presses
1 minute of rowing (calories)
Rest 1 minute

♀ 14-lb ball to 9 feet, 55-lb SDHP and press, 20-inch box
♂ 20-lb ball to 10 feet, 75-lb SDHP and press, 20-inch box

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Scaling:
Most athletes should be able to stick with the interval pattern. Beginners should reduce the loading and height of the box. Intermediate athletes can complete this as prescribed.

Beginner Option:
♀ 6-lb ball to 9 feet, 35-lb SDHP and press, 12-inch box ♂ 10-lb ball to 10 feet, 45-lb SDHP and press, 15-inch box

21-18-15-12-9-6-3 reps for time of:
Sumo deadlift high pulls
Lateral jumps, over 20-inch/24-inch obstacle

♀ 65 lb ♂ 95 lb

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Scaling:
Reduce the load on the barbell and the height of the obstacle in order to keep a steady pace on today’s couplet.

Intermediate Option:
21-18-15-12-9-6-3 reps for time of:
Sumo deadlift high pulls
Lateral jumps, over 14-inch/20-inch obstacle

♀ 65 lb ♂ 95 lb

Beginner Option:
18-15-12-9-6-3 reps for time of:
Sumo deadlift high pulls
Lateral jumps over a dumbbell

♀ 35 lb ♂ 45 lb

Complete as many rounds as possible in 7 minutes of:
10 sumo deadlift high pulls
10 push presses

♀ 95 lb ♂ 135 lb

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Scaling:
This weightlifting couplet is quick and metabolically demanding. The load should be relatively light, allowing you to move fast and take limited breaks. Consider reducing the reps if one round takes longer than 1 minute.

Intermediate Option:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 7 minutes of:
10 sumo deadlift high pulls
10 push presses

♀ 75 lb ♂ 115 lb

Beginner Option:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 7 minutes of:
7 sumo deadlift high pulls
7 push presses

♀ 45 lb ♂ 75 lb

Sumo deadlift 10-10-10-10-10 reps

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Scaling:
Most athletes can perform this workout as prescribed. Newer athletes should focus on maintaining sound mechanics rather than trying for max loads.

5 rounds for time of:

15 push jerks
12 chest-to-bar pull-ups
9 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 65 lb ♂ 95 lb

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Scaling:
Choose a weight on the barbell that is light enough to complete the sets unbroken in the beginning rounds. Modify the pull-up to complete the work with minimal rest.

Intermediate Option:
5 rounds for time of:
15 push jerks
9 chest-to-bar pull-ups
9 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 55 lb ♂ 75 lb

Beginner Option:
3 rounds for time of:
15 push jerks
12 jumping chest-to-bar pull-ups
9 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 35 lb ♂ 45 lb

3 rounds for time of:

400-m run
15 sumo deadlift high pulls
15 thrusters

♀ 65 lb ♂ 95 lb

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Scaling:
Choose a weight on the barbell that allows you to hold on for big sets with minimal rest. Intermediate athletes should be able to complete this workout as prescribed.

Beginner Option:
3 rounds for time of:
200-m run
10 sumo deadlift high pulls
10 thrusters

♀ 35 lb ♂ 45 lb

5 rounds for time of:

15 sumo deadlift high pulls
15 thrusters

♀ 65 lb ♂ 95 lb

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Scaling:
Today we have a pull and a push at light weight, high volume. Choose a weight on the barbell that allows you to move the weight quickly with solid mechanics.

Beginner Option:
3 rounds for time of:
15 sumo deadlift high pulls
15 thrusters

♀ 22 lb ♂ 35 lb

4 rounds for time of:

30 single-leg squats
15 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 75 lb ♂ 115 lb

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Scaling:
Watch “Pistol Variations” and practice proper technique in the single-leg squats. If you are unable to perform single-leg squats with your heel on the ground throughout the rep, modify the movement to a box, as seen in the video. Reduce the load on the SDHP.

Intermediate Option:
4 rounds for time of:
20 single-leg squats
15 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 75 lb ♂ 115 lb

Beginner Option:
3 rounds for time of:
30 squats
15 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 26 lb KB ♂ 35 lb KB