10 rounds for time of:
5 front squats
5 parallette handstand push-ups
♀ 145 lb ♂ 205 lb
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Scaling:
Reduce the load of the front squats to a challenging set of 5 that still allows you to complete each set unbroken. Similarly on the HSPU, choose a modification that is more challenging than the last time you performed HSPU.
Intermediate Option:
10 rounds for time of:
5 front squats
5 strict handstand push-ups, hands on 25-lb plates
♀ 110 lb ♂ 165 lb
Beginner Option:
5 rounds for time of:
5 front squats
5 push-ups
Scaling:
This progression of snatch variations should prepare you for a solid attempt at a 1-rep-max squat snatch. Experienced lifters should try to go heavy, while newer athletes should focus on mechanics and worry less about adding weight.
15 overhead squats
15 L pull-ups
15 split jerks
15 knees-to-elbows
15 hang cleans
15 weighted hip extensions
Hold a plate or dumbbell to chest for back extensions.
♀ 65-lb barbell, 15-lb plate for back extensions
♂ 95-lb barbell, 25-lb plate for back extensions
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Scaling:
Today we have light-weight, high-skill movements. Modify the movements in order to push the intensity.
Intermediate Option:
3 rounds for time of:
15 overhead squats
10 L pull-up, knees bent
15 split jerks
15 knees-to-elbows
15 hang cleans
15 weighted hip extensions
Hold a plate or dumbbell to chest for back extensions.
♀ 65-lb barbell, 15-lb plate for back extensions
♂ 95-lb barbell, 25-lb plate for back extensions
Beginner Option:
3 rounds for time of:
10 overhead squats
10 jumping pull-ups
10 push jerks
10 hanging knee raises
10 hang cleans
10 hip extensions
Hold a plate or dumbbell to chest for back extensions.
Complete as much as possible in 15 minutes of:
Row 500 meters
Max set push-ups
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Scaling:
Experienced athletes should push the row on today’s workout and work for virtuosity on the push-ups. If you do not yet have 10 consecutive push-ups, consider modifications which challenge your current abilities and allow for 10+ reps.
Beginner Option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
Row 500 meters
Max-set assisted push-ups
4 rounds of:
1 minute of kettlebell swings
1 minute of sit-ups
1 minute of lunges
♀ 35-lb KB ♂ 53-lb KB
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Scaling:
All athletes should be able to maintain the format of this workout. Newer athletes can reduce the loading on the kettlebell and drop the total rounds. Intermediate athletes can do this workout as prescribed.
Beginner Option:
3 rounds of:
1 minute of kettlebell swings
1 minute of sit-ups
1 minute of lunges
Scaling:
Athletes at all skill levels should perform triples. Experienced athletes can go as heavy as possible, while newer athletes can use this workout as an opportunity to drill the movement. If you performed "Clovis" yesterday, choose moderate loading and treat these squats as a recovery day.
Scaling:
This workout is a mental and physical grind. If you are not accustomed to this running volume, significantly reduce the distance. Partition the work in order to sustain intensity.
Intermediate Option:
For time:
Run 5 miles
100 burpee pull-ups
5 rounds for time of:
50 double-unders
16 dumbbell snatches
♀ 35-lb DB ♂ 50-lb DB
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Scaling:
This workout is meant to be a sprint. Choose a dumbbell that will allow you to move at maximal speed while maintaining proper mechanics. Go hard.
Intermediate Option:
5 rounds for time of:
40 double-unders
16 dumbbell snatches
♀ 25-lb DB ♂ 35-lb DB
Beginner Option:
5 rounds for time of:
50 single-unders
16 dumbbell snatches