Scaling:
Most athletes will be able to do this workout as prescribed. This progression of snatch variations should prepare you well for the attempts 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.
Scaling:
The intended time domain for today’s workout is in the 12-15 minute range. Modify the distance and reps so that you can move through each movement with minimal rest.
Beginner Option:
3 rounds for time of:
250-m row
15 assisted push-ups
12 sit-ups
With a continuously running clock, complete 5 thrusters every minute.
From 0:00-5:00 use ♀ 55 / ♂ 75 lb.
From 5:00-10:00 use ♀ 65 / ♂ 95 lb.
From 10:00-15:00 use ♀ 75 / ♂ 115 lb.
Continue adding ♀ 10 / ♂ 20 lb. every 5 minutes for as long as you are able.
Post number of minutes completed to comments.
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Scaling:
This workout starts light, and the reps start to add up quickly. Intermediate athletes do not need to scale the weights. Beginner athletes can maintain the format of the workout but reduce the loading and overall time domain.
Beginner Option:
With a 10-minute clock, complete 5 thrusters every minute.
From 0:00-5:00 use ♀ 35 / ♂ 45 lb.
From 5:00-10:00 use ♀ 45 / ♂ 65 lb.
Post total number of calories completed to comments.
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Scaling:
This workout involves some strategy. Go all out on the bike and survive the rest, or pace it a bit and aim for more rounds. Intermediate athletes can do this workout as prescribed.
Beginner Option:
Complete as many Echo bike calories as possible in 10 minutes while performing rounds of:
10 box jumps
15 push jerks
20 seconds on the Echo bike
Complete as many rounds as possible in 10 minutes of:
30-second L-sit from the floor
10 odd-object cleans
Use a 20- to 30-lb. sandbag, ball, backpack, or other odd object for the cleans.
Post rounds completed to comments.
Scaling:
Watch “L-Sit Variations With Julie Barnes Maurer” and “L-Sit Drills,” and modify the L-sit hold to a position you are able to maintain for a full 30 seconds when fresh.
Intermediate Option:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 10 minutes of:
30-second tuck sit
10 odd-object cleans
Use a 20- to 30-lb. sandbag, ball, backpack, or other odd object for the cleans.
Beginner Option:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 10 minutes of:
30-second seated leg raises
10 odd-object cleans
Use a 10- to 15-lb. sandbag, ball, backpack, or other odd object for the cleans.
Post rounds completed to comments.
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Scaling:
Intermediate athletes should take this opportunity to work on stringing big sets of double-unders together. Newer athletes should reduce the over all volume.
Scaling:
Focus on excellent technique for every set. If you have a previous 1-rep max, try to set a new PR. Add weight for each set, but only if movement quality is consistent. Intermediate athletes can perform this workout as prescribed. Newer athletes can increase the reps to encourage more practice with the lift.
1 minute of GHD sit-ups
1 minute of walking lunges
1 minute of bar muscle-ups
Post reps of each to comments.
Scaling:
This combo will tax your midline. If you are new to the GHD, practice the skill during warm-up and modify to an abmat sit-up during the workout. Choose a muscle-up modification that will allow you to complete at least 5 reps in the interval.
Intermediate Option:
2 rounds for max reps of:
1 minute of GHD sit-ups
1 minute of walking lunges
1 minute of assisted bar muscle-ups
1 round for max reps of:
1 minute of abmat sit-ups
1 minute of walking lunges
1 minute of assisted bar muscle-ups
Beginner Option:
2 rounds for max reps of:
1 minute of abmat sit-ups
1 minute of walking lunges
1 minute of 3 jumping pull-ups + 3 assisted push-ups