Complete as many reps as possible in 21 minutes of:
Run 400/200/100 meters
Max-rep strict pull-ups
Each time you break a set of pull-ups, complete a run. From 0:00-7:00 run 400s, from 7:00-14:00 run 200s, and from 14:00-21:00 run 100s.
Post number of strict pull-ups completed each round to comments.
Scaling:
Choose a pulling exercise that is challenging but allows you to complete at least 10 reps unbroken in the early rounds. If at any point you cannot complete 3 reps unbroken, switch to an easier form of pull-up.
Intermediate Option:
Can be completed as Rx’d
Beginner Option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 14 minutes of:
Post rounds completed to comments.
Compare to 200604.
Scaling:
Modify this workout so you can complete several rounds quickly and without rest. It should tax your legs and midline while challenging your overhead flexibility. This is a good opportunity for intermediate athletes to get some exposure to the GHD sit-up, but they should do so with caution and be mindful of its potency.
Intermediate Option:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 12 minutes of:
10 GHD sit-ups
10 left-arm overhead walking lunges
10 right-arm overhead walking lunges
♀ 30-lb. dumbbell
♂ 45-lb. dumbbell
Beginner Option:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 12 minutes of:
10 AbMat sit-ups
10 walking lunges
20-yard waiter walk
Scaling:
This longer workout contains large sets of each exercise. Reduce the number of reps so each round can be completed in less than 10 minutes. While breaks will be needed to get through each set, scale down to avoid total failure and encourage consistent movement.
Intermediate Option:
3 rounds for time of:
Run 800 meters
20 pull-ups
30 push-ups
40 squats
Beginner Option:
3 rounds for time of:
Run 400 meters
15 ring rows
20 assisted push-ups
25 squats
Scaling:
This is not a full sprint but should still be run at a faster pace than your 5K. Reduce the distance to complete the run in around 15 minutes. Intermediate athletes can perform this run as prescribed.