Strict Fran
21-15-9 reps for time of:
Thrusters
Strict pull-ups
♀ 65 lb ♂ 95 lb
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Scaling:
If you are unable to complete 10 consecutive strict pull-ups, scale the movement to a kipping pull-up or ring row. Reduce the load on the barbell.
Scaling:
Ideally, each set will be as heavy as possible for 5 reps, but newer athletes should start light and slowly add weight as they are comfortable.
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Scaling:
Set a goal pace for this workout that is approximately 1 minute slower than your 1-mile pace. If you do not know your 1-mile pace, start with a comfortable, conversational pace for the workout. Select a number of burpees that you can perform with no rest.
Beginner Option:
Run for 25 minutes
Every 5 minutes, stop and perform 10 burpees
Set a goal to cover the same distance during each 5-minute segment to keep your pace consistent. If you are able to complete the burpees in less than :30, consider increasing to 15 burpees for the workout.
Scaling:
Most athletes can perform this workout as prescribed. Newer athletes should focus on maintaining sound mechanics rather than trying for max loads.
Rocket
Complete as many rounds as possible in 30 minutes of:
50-yard swim
10 push-ups
15 squats
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Scaling:
If you do not have access to a pool or open-water swimming for this Hero workout, substitute with a monostructural piece for about 1 minute, i.e. run, bike, or row.
Beginner Option:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 20 minutes of:
25-yard swim
5 push-ups
10 squats
Scaling:
Newer athletes should reduce the distance on the rower, and modify the GHD sit-up to an AbMat sit-up, but practice the GHD work during warm-up. Intermediate athletes can do this workout as prescribed.
5 rounds, each for time, of:
Run 800 meters
Rest 3 minutes
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Scaling:
Newer athletes should reduce the distance to ensure they complete each round in about 5 minutes. Intermediate athletes can perform this workout as prescribed.
Beginner Option:
4 rounds, each for time, of:
Run 600 meters
Rest 3 minutes
Scaling:
Most athletes will be able to do this workout as prescribed. This progression of clean variations should prepare you for the attempts at a 1-rep-max squat clean. Experienced lifters should try to go heavy, while newer athletes should focus on mechanics and worry less about adding weight.
Scaling:
Elite CrossFit athletes can do this workout as prescribed and attempt to hit a PR. Newer athletes should reduce the deadlift load to a challenging weight for a set of 21 while maintaining good technique.
Intermediate Option:
3 rounds for time of:
500-m row
12 deadlifts
21 box jumps, 20-in box
♀ 105 lb ♂ 155 lb
Beginner Option:
3 rounds for time of:
400-m row
9 deadlifts
15 box jumps, 12-in box