3 rounds for time of:
25 kettlebell swings
25 handstand push-ups
♀ 24 kg ♂ 32 kg
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Scaling:
Choose a weight for the kettlebell swing that allows you to complete the reps in 1-2 sets per round. Watch “Finding and Developing Your Handstand Push-up” and “Handstand Push-Up Variations,” and spend warm-up time practicing the movement.
Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
25 kettlebell swings
15 handstand push-ups
♀ 20 kg ♂ 24 kg
Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
15 kettlebell swings
15 pike push-ups
5 rounds for time of:
400-meter run
50 double-unders
15 burpees
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Scaling:
Deconditioned athletes can reduce the overall volume of this workout. Reduce the distance and repetitions to complete a round in about 3-3:30 minutes.
Intermediate option:
5 rounds for time of:
400-meter run
40 double-unders
12 burpees
Beginner option:
5 rounds for time of:
200-meter run
50 singles-unders
7 burpees
Scaling:
This workout will test your ability to do increasingly challenging gymnastics under fatigue. Modify the movements in order to push the pace for each segment.
Scaling:
Experienced lifters should go heavy, while newer athletes should focus on mechanics and worry less about adding weight.
Full Session:
If you want to perform the additional elements Ben programs for CrossFit Krypton, perform the partner workout after the lifting session.
With a partner, complete 5 rounds each for time of:
5 power cleans
10 bar-facing burpees
♀ 155 lb ♂ 225 lb
*With a partner, alternate rounds, for 5 rounds EACH. This is meant to be an aggressive fast-paced interval-style workout. Perform touch-and-go power cleans for as long as you are able and complete the burpees fast.
Every 5 minutes for 4 rounds complete:
30 GHD sit-ups
20 strict handstand push-ups
10 power snatches
♀ 105 lb ♂ 155 lb
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Full Session:
If you want to perform the additional elements Ben programs for CrossFit Krypton, begin today’s session with snatch work. Perform:
Every minute for 10 minutes:
1 snatch
*Build up in weight as you are able for the day. Start your first minute at or around 60% of your best snatch and increase weight when you feel you are able.
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Scaling:
The goal is to finish each round in under 4 minutes. If you cannot complete the work under 4 minutes, complete 4 rounds for time, resting 1:30 between rounds. Do the HSPU strict if you are able, or do as many strict as possible each round before kipping. Modify to 20 push-ups if you cannot complete the HSPU. The power snatches should be moderately paced singles, with 10 reps completed under 90 seconds. Practice being efficient under fatigue.
Intermediate option:
Every 5 minutes for 4 rounds complete:
30 GHD sit-ups
5 strict handstand push-ups + 10 kipping handstand push-ups
10 power snatches
♀ 85 lb ♂ 125 lb
Beginner option:
Every 5 minutes for 4 rounds complete:**
30 sit-ups
15 assisted push-ups
10 power snatches
Every minute for 20 minutes, alternate between:
Run 1 minute
15 squats
*The goal is to match or beat your run distance each round.
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Scaling:
Deconditioned athletes may reduce the total workout time as well as the air squats, aiming to get at least 30 seconds of rest after each set of squats. Intermediate athletes can do this workout as prescribed.
Beginner option:
Every minute for 14 minutes, alternate between:
Jog 1 minute
10 squats
Every minute for 30 minutes, alternate between:
Run 200 meters
4 box jump-overs + 10-yard sled push
6 bar muscle-ups
♀ 24-in box, 90-lb sled
♂ 30-in box, 135-lb sled
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Scaling:
Reduce the run distance in order to complete it under 1 minute. Jump all the way over the box, clearing it on each jump, if possible. If not, modify height as needed. Minute 2 should take no longer than 30 seconds of hard effort. The bar muscle-ups can be modified to ONE set of chest-to-bar pull-ups, with the goal being 5-10 reps. If you do not yet have pull-ups, modify to banded pull-ups or ring rows.
Intermediate option:
Every minute for 30 minutes, alternate between:
Run 200 meters
4 box jump-overs + 10-yard sled push
6 chest-to-bar pull-ups
♀ 20-in box, 70-lb sled
♂ 24-in box, 110-lb sled
Beginner option:
Every minute for 21 minutes, alternate between:
Run 100 meters
4 box step-overs + 10-yard sled push
6 ring rows