Thruster is a complex exercise consisting of a Front Squat and a Press. It is an exercise that is responsible for the development of 6 parameters of physical condition such as strength, speed, power, flexibility, coordination and balance.
15 GHD sit-ups
15 back extensions
10 thrusters
10 clean and jerks
♀ 95 lb. ♂ 135 lb.
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Scaling:
Modify the movements and reduce the load so you can complete each set unbroken, at least in the early rounds. Newer athletes should reduce the total volume and avoid the GHD.
Intermediate Option:
7 rounds for time of:
10 GHD sit-ups
10 back extensions
10 thrusters
10 clean and jerks
♀ 75 lb. ♂ 115 lb.
Beginner Option:
5 rounds for time of:
10 sit-ups
10 unweighted good mornings
7 thrusters
7 clean and push presses
Scaling:
This workout, created by Scott Meenagh, Martin Bell’s training partner, is meant to be performed in pairs. If completing it alone, cut all the reps in half. This year, Meenagh and CrossFit Airdrie have also created a version for those at home in lockdown, and they are encouraging athletes to partner up virtually. Examples of the Rx’d and home versions can be found here and here.
Limited Equipment Option:
For time, with a partner:
200 lateral jumps over a dumbbell
100 burpee snatches
50 dumbbell thrusters
100 lateral jumps over a dumbbell
100 hand-release push-ups
50 pull-ups
50 lateral jumps over a dumbbell
100 sit-ups
100 wall-ball get-ups