A benchmark WOD is generally considered a workout standard across CrossFit allowing you to compare your progress against others. Girl WODs, such as Fran or Amanda, are examples of benchmark WODs.
400 meter Run 25 Kettlebell Swings (55/35 lb) 200 meter Farmers Walk (55,40/35,30 lb) 200 meter Waiters Walk (40/30 lb) 25 Box Jumps (24/20 in) 100 meter Sprint 100 meter Walking Lunges 100 meter Sprint 100 meter Walking Lunges 5 Burpees 400 meter Medicine Ball Run (20/14 lb)