3 rounds for time of:
20 sumo deadlift high pulls
40 GHD sit-ups
120 double-unders

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

Scaling:
Today’s workout is a moderate-duration effort and will challenge the integrity of your midline. Your goal should be to keep each round to 5 minutes or less. The loading of the barbell should be light and allow you to perform at least 10 reps every time you pick it up. Spend no more than 2 minutes performing double-unders. If you have not been consistent in accumulating volume on the GHD within the last few weeks, reduce the reps and range of motion for this movement.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
20 sumo deadlift high pulls
20 GHD sit-ups to parallel
60 double-unders

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
20 sumo deadlift high pulls
20 AbMat sit-ups
60 single-unders

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Resources:
The Sumo Deadlift High Pull
The GHD Sit-Up
The Double-Under
Training the GHD Sit-Up
The Power of Progression, Part 3: Sumo Deadlift High Pull

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Rest Day

Featured Article:
Three Important Ab Exercises

The value of the glute-ham developer (GHD) sit-up, hollow rock, and L-sit as effective exercises for abdominal and hip flexor development cannot be understated. Some believe these movements, particularly the GHD sit-up, are harmful or ineffective for targeting the abs. This article emphasizes the importance of correct form and muscle engagement to reap the full benefits, such as improved midline stabilization, shoulder strength, and hip flexor function. In many conventional fitness programs, crunches are the staple. In CrossFit, we recommend a balanced approach that includes hip extension exercises like squats and deadlifts to complement abdominal training.

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Diane

21-15-9 reps for time of:
Deadlifts
Handstand push-ups

♀ 155 lb
♂ 225 lb

Compare to 200602.

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Scaling:
Today’s workout is a classic CrossFit benchmark. If you have completed this workout previously, look back at your score. This workout is meant to be a sprint and completed in 10 minutes or less. The load on the barbell is meant to be moderately heavy and allow you to complete each round in 3 sets or less. Scale the handstand push-ups as needed to complete your first set in no more than 3 minutes.

Intermediate option:
For time:
21-15-9
Deadlifts
12-9-6
Handstand push-ups

♀ 105 lb
♂ 155 lb

Beginner option:
For time:
21-15-9
Deadlifts
12-9-6
Pike push-ups

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Resources:
The Deadlift
The Kipping Handstand Push-Up
Handstand Push-Up Variations

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5 rounds for total reps:

On a 2-minute clock:
20/25-calorie Echo bike
Max deadlifts in the remaining time
Rest 4 minutes between rounds.

♀ 205 lb
♂ 275 lb

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Scaling:
Lifting moderate to heavy loads under duress is a skill, and today’s workout aims to practice just that. This effort is meant to be five sprints with plenty of rest between rounds. Push to finish the calories as quickly as possible, and then work to accumulate as many reps as possible on the deadlift. Expect the barbell to feel heavier than you want it to after finishing on the bike. This is by design. Athletes should choose a weight that allows them to perform at least 5 reps in each round. All athletes should not let their intensity overshadow the importance of lifting with proper technique. Find a load with which you can maintain proper form, even when you are pushing your intensity.

Intermediate option:
5 rounds for total reps:

On a 2-minute clock:
15/20-calorie Echo bike
Max deadlifts in the remaining time
Rest 4 minutes between rounds.

♀ 135 lb
♂ 205 lb

Beginner option:
5 rounds for total reps:

On a 2-minute clock:
8/12-calorie Echo bike
Max deadlifts in the remaining time
Rest 4 minutes between rounds.

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

Coaching cues:
Before lifting the bar off the ground, consider your deadlift setup: Your hands should be shoulder width, your feet should be between hip- and shoulder-width with your heels down, your shoulders should be slightly in front of the bar, and your chest should be up with a solid lumbar curve.

Resources:
The Rogue Echo Bike
The Deadlift

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Guest Programmer - HWPO
July 22-Aug. 4, 2024

Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 5 minutes of:
5 deadlifts
10 chest-to-bar pull-ups
15 push-ups

Rest 2:30 after each 5-minute interval. Repeat for a total of 3 intervals.

♀ 155 lb
♂ 225 lb

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Scaling:
Some of you may quickly recognize this rep scheme, as it follows the classic 5-10-15 rep scheme we see in Cindy or Mary. We’ve got a slightly more intense format, however, splitting the effort into three 5-minute intervals. This will help with intensity, and give us time to reset and recover our grip and triceps to help continue to accumulate reps.

Start each AMRAP from the beginning, as if you were starting from scratch. The idea is to give you a target to hit in Rounds 2 and 3. Athletes who struggle with pull-ups or push-ups can use this workout to figure out how to manage the movement. Will breaking up the movements help you stay consistent for all 3 rounds? If in Round 1, you complete 5 rounds but in Round 3, you complete 2 rounds because you had to rest longer between push-up sets, you’ve learned something!

Athletes who already know they struggle with pull-up and/or push-up endurance should look to the intermediate option. This will allow more continuous movement and potentially more successful volume at the end of the 15 minutes of work.

GOAL: Posterior chain and pulling endurance + threshold training

ADVANCED ATHLETE TARGET: 1 round every 1-1:15, and consistent sets on chest-to-bar pull-ups and push-ups
BEGINNER ATHLETE TARGET: 1 round every 1:30-1:40, and consistent technique for all rounds

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 5 minutes of:
5 deadlifts
5 chest-to-bar pull-ups
10 push-ups

Rest 2:30 after each 5-minute interval. Repeat for a total of 3 intervals.

♀ 135 lb
♂ 185 lb

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 5 minutes of:
5 deadlifts
7 ring rows
9 band-assisted push-ups

Rest 2:30 after each 5-minute interval. Repeat for a total of 3 intervals.

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

Coaching cues:
Keep your knees straight from start to finish in the push-ups. Lower your body down such that your chest, hips, and thighs touch the ground at the same time. Then, press into the ground to separate your chest, hips, and thighs from the floor at the same time. Start and finish each rep with your arms completely locked out.

Resources:
The Deadlift
The Chest-to-Bar Pull-Up
The Push-Up
The Ring Row

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Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:

12 dumbbell deadlifts
9 dumbbell hang power cleans
6 dumbbell shoulder-to-overheads

♀ 35-lb dumbbells
♂ 50-lb dumbbells

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Scaling:
Today’s workout should look oddly familiar. This is a dumbbell variation of the Hero workout DT. The loading of the dumbbells should be on the lighter side of moderate and allow you to perform all 27 reps in 3 sets or less. More advanced athletes should try to maintain unbroken reps for as many rounds as possible, while less-experienced athletes should consider strategic breaks to keep moving through the rounds. For example, perform 11 deadlifts, then break. After a quick breath, perform your 12th deadlift and move right into 8 hang power cleans before breaking. After a quick breath, perform your last hang power clean and finish the round by completing 6 shoulder-to-overheads. The goal for everyone is to perform at least 5 total rounds, but can anyone get 10?

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:

12 dumbbell deadlifts
9 dumbbell hang power cleans
6 dumbbell shoulder-to-overheads

♀ 20-lb dumbbells
♂ 35-lb dumbbells

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:

12 dumbbell deadlifts
9 dumbbell hang power cleans
6 dumbbell shoulder-to-overheads

♀ 10-lb dumbbells
♂ 15-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:

Training with dumbbells is a potent way to address muscle imbalances, requiring stabilization on each side and improving overall coordination.

Dumbbells are also a great tool to reduce the complexity of lifts like the snatch and clean for newer athletes and those with front-rack limitations.

Resources:
The Dumbbell Deadlift
The Dumbbell Hang Clean
The Dumbbell Push Jerk

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Guest Programmer – Christian Harris
June 24-July 7, 2024

For time:
5 rope climbs to 15 feet
25 deadlifts
50 wall-ball shots
200-foot farmers carry
50 wall-ball shots
25 deadlifts
5 rope climbs to 15 feet

♀ 155-lb barbell, 50-lb dumbbells, 14-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target
♂ 225-lb barbell, 70-lb dumbbells, 20-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target

Scaling:
Today’s pyramid workout is going to be a grind with each movement effectively fatiguing the following movement. For example, the rope climbs will affect your grip during the deadlifts, while the deadlifts will tax your legs for the wall-ball shots, and so on. Advanced athletes can push to finish under 12-13 minutes. However, expect most to complete today’s workout in the 15- to 20-minute range. Choose scaling and loading options that allow you to keep moving consistently. Use a load for the deadlifts that will allow you to complete them in 3 or less sets the first time through.

Intermediate option:
For time:
5 rope climbs to 12 feet
25 deadlifts
50 wall-ball shots
200-foot farmers carry
50 wall-ball shots
25 deadlifts
5 rope climbs to 12 feet

♀ 95-lb barbell, 25-lb dumbbells, 10-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target
♂ 135-lb barbell, 40-lb dumbbells, 14-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target

Beginner option:
For time:
5 lying-to-standing rope climbs
18 deadlifts
24 wall-ball shots
200-foot farmers carry
24 wall-ball shots
18 deadlifts
5 lying-to-standing rope climbs

♀ 55-lb barbell, 10-lb dumbbells, 6-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target
♂ 75-lb barbell, 15-lb dumbbells, 10-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target

Resources:
The Rope Climb (Wrapping)
The Rope Climb (Basket)
The Deadlift
The Wall-ball Shot
The Dumbbell Farmers Carry
The Grip-saving Way to Rope Climb
Rope Climb Modification

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CrossFit Service Cup, Workout 3

Kelly Brown

5 rounds for time:
440-meter row
10 box jumps
10 deadlifts
10 wall-ball shots

♀ 24-inch box, 185-lb barbell, and 14-lb med ball
♂ 30-inch box, 275-lb barbell, and 20-lb med ball

Time cap: 25 minutes

Compare to 201113.

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Scaling:
Today's workout is the final 2024 Service Cup workout in honor of CrossFit Kids Seminar Staff Flowmaster Kelly Brown who died on Sept. 15, 2020, after a courageous five-year battle with ovarian cancer.

This workout is a grind that rewards a consistent and steady pace. Aim to complete each round in 5 minutes or less. The load of the barbell should allow you to perform at least 3 unbroken deadlifts every time you pick it up. The prescribed load of the medicine ball has been adjusted from the original workout to make it more accessible for the Service Cup. If you are not signed up for the Service Cup, feel free to use the original load for the wall-ball shots (20/30 lb). Work hard and have fun.

Intermediate option:
5 rounds for time:
440-meter row
10 box jumps
10 deadlifts
10 wall-ball shots

♀ 20-inch box, 95-lb barbell, and 10-lb med ball
♂ 24-inch box, 135-lb barbell, and 14-lb med ball

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time:
440-meter row
10 box step-ups
10 deadlifts
10 wall-ball shots

♀ 12-inch box, 55-lb barbell, and 6-lb med ball
♂ 20-inch box, 75-lb barbell, and 10-lb med ball

Resources:
Rowing
The Box Jump
The Box Step-up
The Deadlift
The Wall-ball Shot
CrossFit Hero and Tribute Workouts

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Featured photo:
Taken by RXdPhotography at CrossFit Shapesmiths in London, England.

For time:
150 double-unders
125 sit-ups
100 box step-ups
75 deadlifts
50 burpees
25 strict handstand push-ups

♀ 20-inch box and 75-lb barbell
♂ 24-inch box and 115-lb barbell

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Scaling:
Today’s effort is chipper-style and extends into the longer time domain. Advanced athletes can push to finish in sub-18 minutes. However, expect most to complete this challenge in the 20- to 25-minute range. Choose scaling options that allow you to keep moving through the higher volume of reps. The load of the barbell should be light and allow you to perform at least 15-20 reps unbroken.

Intermediate option:
For time:
100 double-unders
90 sit-ups
80 box step-ups
75 deadlifts
50 burpees
25 pike push-ups

♀ 20-inch box and 65-lb barbell
♂ 24-inch box and 95-lb barbell

Beginner option:
For time:
80 single-unders
40 sit-ups
40 box step-ups
40 deadlifts
30 burpees
20 dumbbell shoulder presses

♀ 12-inch box, 55-lb barbell, and 15-lb dumbbells
♂ 20-inch box, 75-lb barbell, and 20-lb dumbbells

Resources:
The Double-under
The AbMat Sit-up
The Box Step-up
The Deadlift
The Burpee
The Strict Handstand Push-up
The Dumbbell Press

One More Weekend of Semifinals Competition!
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10 rounds for time of:

4 deadlifts
3 hang power snatches
2 overhead squats

♀ 105 lb
♂ 155 lb

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Scaling:
This is a sprint workout that should be a balanced challenge of metabolic and muscular fatigue. The goal is to hang on to the barbell and move through each round in as few sets as possible. The deadlifts should feel the easiest of the three movements. Your capacity with the hang power snatch and overhead squat will determine your load for the workout. Choose a weight that allows you to complete each round in under 1 minute and the entire workout in under 10 minutes.

Intermediate option:
10 rounds for time of:

4 deadlifts
3 hang power snatches
2 overhead squats

♀ 75 lb
♂ 115 lb

Beginner option:
10 rounds for time of:

4 deadlifts
3 hang power snatches
2 overhead squats

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Resources:
The Deadlift
The Hang Power Snatch
The Overhead Squat

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CrossFit Total

For load:
Back squat, 1 rep
Shoulder press, 1 rep
Deadlift, 1 rep

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Compare to 220810.

Scaling:
Today is an opportunity to go heavy relative to your capacity. The loads today should require all of your attention and focus. The load is not heavy if you can carry on a conversation mid-lift. Advanced and intermediate athletes may attempt max-effort lifts for each movement and shoot for a personal record if the “iron” is hot. Newer athletes should treat today as an opportunity to practice technique and get comfortable with heavy lifts.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d

Beginner option:
For load:
Back squat 3-3-1-1 reps
Shoulder press 3-3-1-1 reps
Deadlift 3-3-1-1 reps

Resources:
The Back Squat
The Shoulder Press
The Deadlift

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Semifinals Are Back!
The live CrossFit Games Semifinals are happening for the next three weekends. Read: "How To Watch the 2024 CrossFit Games Semifinals"

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2022 CrossFit Games Mock Affiliate

Guest Programmer – Rob Lawson
April 30-May 12, 2024

For load:
Deadlift 5-5-5-5-5 reps

Finisher:
On a 10-minute clock, build to a heavy Turkish get-up.

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Scaling:
Today we’re hitting 5 heavy sets of 5 deadlifts. Allocate a decent amount of time to build up to 80-85% of your 1-rep-max, and then start the heavy sets. If you are moving well, increase the weight each round and aim to hit a new PR around set 4 or 5. You may also stick to the same weight across the board or pyramid up and down in load. Remember, the stimulus is to lift heavy, safely, and have fun doing so!

The Turkish get-up is a great tool to build core strength and shoulder stability. The movement will be a great bit of accessory work to finish off a strength-focused day. Complete this movement with a dumbbell, kettlebell, or even a barbell (most challenging).

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d

Beginner option:
Same as Rx’d

Resources:
The Deadlift
What is a Deadlift?
The Dumbbell Turkish Get-up
Learn More About Guest Programming

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Featured photo:
Taken by Anna Bartlet at CrossFit Shapesmiths in London, England.

5 rounds for time of:
250/300-meter row
10 deadlifts

♀ 155 lb
♂ 225 lb

Scaling:
Today's sprint workout will light up your posterior chain. Push the pace on the rower and challenge yourself to stay unbroken on the deadlifts for as many sets as possible. The loading on the barbell should be moderately heavy and allow you to complete each set of deadlifts in 2 sets or less.

Intermediate option:
5 rounds for time of:
250/300-meter row
10 deadlifts

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

Beginner option:
5 rounds for time of:
150/200-meter row
10 deadlifts

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Resources:
The Row
The Deadlift
What Is a Deadlift?

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Featured photo:
Taken by Charlotte Foerschler at CrossFit Canvas in Caldwell, Idaho

Fight Gone Bad

3 rounds for max reps of:
1 minute of wall-ball shots
1 minute of sumo deadlift high pulls
1 minute of box jumps
1 minute of push presses
1 minute of rowing (calories)
Rest 1 minute

♀ 14-lb ball to 9 feet, 55-lb SDHP and press, 20-inch box
♂ 20-lb ball to 10 feet, 75-lb SDHP and press, 20-inch box

Post total reps to comments and log your score in the CrossFit app (CrossFit Benchmarks are located in the "Progress" tab).

Compare to 230904.

Scaling:
Today’s workout is a classic CrossFit benchmark, originally created for an MMA fighter to simulate the feeling of a 3-round match. Although we are not fighting in this workout, it does pack a punch. Push to keep moving for as much of each minute as possible. Capitalize on movements you excel at and pace yourself on your weaker movements. Most athletes should be able to stick with the interval pattern. Beginners should reduce the loading and height of the box. Intermediate athletes can complete this workout as prescribed.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d

Beginner option:
3 rounds for max reps of:
1 minute of wall-ball shots
1 minute of sumo deadlift high pulls
1 minute of box jumps
1 minute of push presses
1 minute of rowing (calories)
Rest 1 minute

♀ 6-lb ball to 9 feet, 35-lb SDHP and press, 12-inch box
♂ 10-lb ball to 10 feet, 45-lb SDHP and press, 12-inch box

Resources:
The Wall-ball Shot
The Sumo Deadlift High Pull
The Box Jump
The Push Press
Rowing Technique

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Featured photo:
Taken by RXdPhotography during Open Workout 21.2 at Whitehart CrossFit in Pulborough, UK.

Complete as many reps as possible in 10 minutes of:

8 ring dips
8 sumo deadlift high pulls
16 double-unders

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

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Scaling:
Expect to go around and around the merry-go-round in today’s workout. The rep volume is low, and so is the loading. This should allow you to push the pace for the entire duration of the workout. Advanced athletes should try to maintain unbroken reps for as many sets as possible. Less-experienced athletes should scale the movements to perform a single round in 2 minutes or less. That said, we could see advanced athletes maintaining a single round every minute.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 10 minutes of:

8 jumping ring dips
8 sumo deadlift high pulls
16 double-unders

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Beginner option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 10 minutes of:

8 foot-assisted ring dips
8 sumo deadlift high pulls
16 single-unders

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Resources:
The Ring Dip
The Sumo Deadlift High Pull
The Double-under
The Single-under

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Taken by Charlotte Foerschler at CrossFit Krypton in Chesapeake, Virginia.

Diane

21-15-9 reps for time of:
Deadlifts
Handstand push-ups

♀ 155 lb
♂ 225 lb

Compare to 230306.

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Scaling:
This benchmark workout was first posted on CrossFit.com on Sept. 19, 2003. Diane is intended to be a short, intense effort. Similar to yesterday’s Fran, many athletes have completed this workout in blazing-fast times, but don’t let that deter you from attempting the prescribed version. The load of the barbell should allow you to perform at least 7 unbroken deadlifts every time you pick it up. Reduce the load to achieve this stimulus and, above all, maintain the integrity of the lift. The handstand push-up option you choose should allow you to complete at least 5 reps every time you kick up. Reduce the difficulty of the movement by performing pike push-ups or dumbbell shoulder presses. If you scale the handstand push-up, your variation should not allow you to complete the reps unbroken (if you do, the movement is too easy).

Intermediate option:
21-15-9 reps for time of:
Deadlifts
Pike push-ups

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

Beginner option:
21-15-9 reps for time of:
Deadlifts
Dumbbell shoulder presses

♀ 75 lb and 15 lb
♂ 115 lb and 20 lb

Resources:
The Deadlift
The Handstand Push-up
Handstand Push-up Variations
The Dumbbell Press

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Featured photo:
Taken by Charlotte Foerschler during Open Workout 24.2 at CrossFit Canvas in Caldwell, Idaho.

For 10 rounds, complete as many reps as possible in 1 minute of:

2 wall walks
4 deadlifts
Max wall-ball shots
*Rest 1 minute between rounds.

♀205-lb deadlift, 14-lb ball to a 9-foot target
♂275-lb deadlift, 20-lb ball to a 10-foot target

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Scaling:
Today’s workout contains 10 sprints. Athletes performing the workout as prescribed should have at least 20 seconds to accumulate as many wall-ball shots as possible in each round. Wall walks should be quick with minimal rest between reps. The load of the deadlifts, while moderately heavy, should allow athletes to go unbroken in each round. Scale the range of motion of the wall walks and the load of the deadlifts to hit this stimulus.

Intermediate option:
For 10 rounds, complete as many reps as possible in 1 minute of:

2 wall walks
4 deadlifts
Max wall-ball shots
*Rest 1 minute between rounds.

♀155-lb deadlift, 10-lb ball to a 9-foot target
♂225-lb deadlift, 14-lb ball to a 10-foot target

Beginner option:
For 10 rounds, complete as many reps as possible in 1 minute of:

2 inchworms + push-up 4 deadlifts
Max wall-ball shots
*Rest 1 minute between rounds.

♀65-lb deadlift, 6-lb ball to a 9-foot target
♂95-lb deadlift, 10-lb ball to a 10-foot target

Resources:
The Wall Walk
The Deadlift
The Wall-Ball Shot

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Photo by Peter Pan during Open Workout 24.3 at CrossFit CSTL in Hong Kong, China.

Open Workout 24.2

As many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
300-meter row
10 deadlifts
50 double-unders

Post rounds and reps completed to comments and submit your results as part of the 2024 CrossFit Open.

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

Visit the CrossFit Games website for full details, including scaled, foundations (beginner), and age-group variations of the workout. Adaptive versions of the workout can be found through WheelWOD.

Resources:
Open Workout 24.2 Tips
Rowing Technique Tips
The Deadlift
The Double-Under
From Single-Unders to Double-Unders

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Featured photo:
Taken by Charlotte Foerschler during Open Workout 24.2 at the "Shred Shed" in Boise, Idaho

For time:
30 deadlifts
60 toes-to-bars
30 front squats

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

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Scaling:
Today’s chipper-style workout should be treated like a sprint. Complete each movement in as few sets as possible. The load of the barbell is moderate, however, the deadlift will feel much lighter than the front squats. Athletes using the prescribed weight should be able to perform at least 10 reps at a time. Go unbroken on the deadlifts if you can — this will really spice things up. Grind through as many front squats as possible because the more you drop it, the more you’ll have to pick it up again. Stick to a number of toes-to-bars that allows you to rest minimally between sets. Consider consistent sets of 5-10 reps with 10-15 seconds of rest between each set.

Intermediate option:
For time:
30 deadlifts
60 knees-to-armpits
30 front squats

♀ 95 lb
♂ 135 lb

Beginner option:
For time:
20 deadlifts
40 hanging knee raises
20 front squats

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Resources:
The Deadlift
The Toes-to-Bar
The Front Squat

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DT

5 rounds for time of:
12 deadlifts
9 hang power cleans
6 push jerks

♀ 105 lb
♂ 155 lb

Post time to comments.

Compare to 220922.

Scaling:
The rep scheme and moderate load of this Hero workout allows it to be completed quickly and with only short breaks. Intermediate athletes can reduce the load or try it as prescribed. Beginner-level athletes should reduce the load.

Intermediate option:
5 rounds for time of:
12 deadlifts
9 hang power cleans
6 push jerks

♀ 75 lb
♂ 115 lb

Beginner option:
5 rounds for time of:
12 deadlifts
9 hang power cleans
6 push jerks

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Resources:
The Deadlift
The Hang Power Clean
The Push Jerk

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Featured photo:
Taken by Ruby Wolff at Inner West CrossFit in Sydney, Australia.

21-15-9 reps for time of:
Dumbbell burpee deadlifts
Box jump-overs

♀ 35-lb dumbbells/20-inch box
♂ 50-lb dumbbells/24-inch box

Post time to comments.

Scaling:
Today’s workout is fast. The load of the dumbbells should allow you to keep moving. Stay consistent on the box jump-overs and consider stepping down as a way to manage heart rate.

Intermediate option:
21-15-9 reps for time of:
Dumbbell burpee deadlifts
Box jump-overs

♀ 20-lb dumbbells/20-inch box
♂ 35-lb dumbbells/24-inch box

Beginner option:
15-12-9 reps for time of:
Dumbbell burpee deadlifts
Box step-overs

♀ 10-lb dumbbells/12-inch box
♂ 15-lb dumbbells/20-inch box

Resources:
CAP Demo: Box Jump-Overs
CAP Demo: Box Step-Overs

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Christine

3 rounds for time of:
500-meter row
12 bodyweight deadlifts
21 box jumps

♀ 20 in
♂ 20 in

Post time to comments.

Compare to 221117.

Scaling:
Today’s workout is a classic CrossFit benchmark. For an advanced athlete, each round is a sprint. Put your foot on the gas pedal and hold on. The load of the barbell is light enough that you should push to maintain unbroken sets for all 3 rounds. Remember to stand up completely on top of the box in the box jumps. Newer athletes should reduce the deadlift load to a weight that can be completed in 2 sets or less while maintaining good technique.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
500-meter row
12 deadlifts
21 box jumps

♀ 20 in, 105 lb
♂ 20 in, 155 lb

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
400-meter row
9 deadlifts
15 box jumps

♀ 12 in, 55 lb
♂ 12 in, 75 lb

Resources:
Rowing
The Deadlift
The Box Jump

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Open Workout 13.2
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
5 shoulder-to-overheads
10 deadlifts
15 box jumps

♀ 75 lb, 20 inches
♂ 115 lb, 24 inches

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Scaling:
Today’s workout is a repeat of an Open workout from 2013. If you competed in 2013, check your score and go for a PR.

Both the load of the barbell and the height of the box should allow you to move through the reps quickly — the load should be light and the cycle time should be fast. A single round should take no more than 2 minutes to complete. Advanced athletes may be able to maintain 1 round per minute (maybe more).

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
5 shoulder-to-overheads
10 deadlifts
15 box jumps

♀ 45 lb, 20 inches
♂ 65 lb, 24 inches

Resources:
CrossFit Open Workout 13.2 With Denise Thomas (CF-L4)
The Shoulder Press
The Push Press
The Push Jerk
The Deadlift
The Box Jump

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For load:
5-5-3-3-1-1
Deadlift
Build to a 1-rep-max deadlift.

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Scaling:
Today's workout is a classic heavy day and an opportunity to move a little slower relative to the surrounding days. You should aim to lift a heavy load relative to your capacity. If you know your best deadlift single, start your first set of 5 at 70-75% or higher and try to add load to as many of the sets as possible.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d

Beginner option:
For load:
5-5-5-5-5
Deadlift
Find a heavy load and stay there for all 5 sets.
Work on mechanics and safe, efficient movement.

Resources:
The Deadlift

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8 rounds for time:
10 sumo deadlift high pulls
12 hand-release push-ups

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

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Scaling:
In this workout, no single round should take longer than 2 minutes to complete. The loading of the sumo deadlift high pull should be light and allow you to perform the reps in 2 sets or less.

Intermediate option:
8 rounds for time:
10 sumo deadlift high pulls
12 hand-release push-ups

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Beginner option:
5 rounds for time:
8 sumo deadlift high pulls
8 push-ups from the knees

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Resources:
The Sumo Deadlift High Pull
A Fresh Take on the Lowly Push-Up

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Complete as many rounds as possible in 8 minutes of:
2 wall walks
2 deadlifts

♀ 205 lb
♂ 315 lb

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Scaling:
The goal today is to perform at least 1 round per minute. Scale the load of the barbell to maintain unbroken reps for a majority of the workout. Reduce the difficulty of the wall walks to complete reps in 1 minute or less.

Intermediate option:

Complete as many rounds as possible in 8 minutes of:
2 wall walks
2 deadlifts

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

Beginner option:

Complete as many rounds as possible in 8 minutes of:
2 inchworms + push-up
2 deadlifts

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Resources:
The Wall Walk
The Deadlift
What Is a Deadlift?

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5 rounds for time:
15 push jerks
12 chest-to-bar pull-ups
9 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

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Scaling:

Reduce the load of the barbell to maintain larger — if not unbroken — movements across most rounds. Scale the difficulty of the pull-up to finish each round in 2 sets or less.

Intermediate option:

5 rounds for time:
15 push jerks
12 chin-over-bar pull-ups
9 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Beginner option:

5 rounds for time:
12 push jerks
9 jumping pull-ups
6 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Resources:
The Push Jerk
The Kipping Chest-to-Bar Pull-Up
Jumping Pull-Up Efficiency Tips
The Sumo Deadlift High Pull
The Power of Progression, Part 3: Sumo Deadlift High Pull

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Meet Guest Programmer – Michele Letendre: Dec. 4-17, 2023.

For load:
3-3-3-3-3-3
Deadlift

After each set complete:
5 broad jumps for max distance
Echo-bike calories as fast as possible

Rest 3 minutes between sets.

♀ 8-calorie bike
♂ 10-calorie bike

Goal: Power

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Lift as heavy as possible while respecting the speed work. Add weight each round.

Can you lift heavy AND move fast? This is how we do it [cue Montell Jordan].

This type of workout is fun and very challenging in the best possible way. The goals are clear: Deadlift with maxi force and bike at max speed. The broad jump is a combination of force and speed.

Kevin Bowles, our head programmer at Deka Comp, loves these sessions because they put our strength work into practice and we can feel powerful without dying out.

Words of wisdom from Kevin:

If you struggle on a machine either because it's a weakness or because of your size, replace the number of calories by a 20-second max-effort window. This will allow you to focus on wattage or cadence in the desired time frame rather than an output. In other words, effort is more important than outcome for today.

Scaling:

Intermediate option:
Intermediate athletes may perform this workout as prescribed.

Beginner option:
For load:
3-3-3-3-3-3
Deadlift

After each set complete:
3 broad jumps for max distance
:20 max-effort Echo-bike calories

Resources:
What Is a Deadlift?
The Deadlift
Work, Power, and the Science of CrossFit

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Meet Guest Programmer – Michele Letendre: Dec. 4-17, 2023.

7 rounds for time:
7 deadlifts
7 hang power cleans
7 front squats
Rest 1:00 between rounds.

♀ 105 lb
♂ 155 lb

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Goal: 10-12 minutes.

Jan Kozak, our newest addition to the team at Deka Comp, gave us this one. Kozak has a love for barbell cycling and here are some of his notes:

Pulling, cleaning, squatting — all the barbell fun in one good, clean rodeo. Athletes should attempt to go unbroken on the bar throughout, but it’s likely many will break the reps up late in the workout.

Fast in this triplet means efficient. You can’t rush this load if you struggle to have control over the basic elements of each movement: Bar path, upper-back engagement, and for the cleans, proper turnover mechanics. To set yourself up for success, move cleanly on the deadlifts (pun intended), be snappy when receiving the bar in the cleans, and keep your weight in your heels on the front squats.

Intermediate option:
7 rounds for time:
7 deadlifts
7 hang power cleans
7 front squats

♀ 75 lb
♂ 115 lb

Intermediate athletes should focus on moving through the hang power cleans as efficiently as possible.

Beginner option:
7 rounds for time:
7 deadlifts
7 hang power cleans
7 front squats

♀ 45 lb
♂ 65 lb

Beginners should focus on the setup position in the deadlift. Rather than aiming for unbroken reps, take strategic breaks to reset. A strategy could be to drop the bar on the sixth deadlift, then perform the last rep with the plan to go straight into the hang power cleans. Focus on a big jump and shrug in the hang power cleans — break around reps 4 or 5 if needed. Go for unbroken front squats if possible.

Resources:
The Deadlift
The Hang Power Clean
The Front Squat
In Defense of High-Rep Olympic Lifts

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Complete as many reps as possible in 7 minutes of:
1 legless rope climb, 15 ft
3 bar-facing burpees
5 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

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Scaling:
This workout is a sprint. Reduce the load of the barbell to maintain unbroken reps. Reduce the difficulty of the legless rope climb to minimize prolonged rest periods.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 7 minutes of:
1 rope climb, 15 ft
3 bar-facing burpees
5 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Beginner option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 7 minutes of:
2 pull-to-stands
3 bar-facing burpees
5 sumo deadlift high pulls

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Movement resources:
The Legless Rope Climb
Bar-facing Burpee Efficiency Tips
The Rope Climb (Wrapping)
The Rope Climb (Basket)
The Sumo Deadlift High Pull
The Power of Progression, Part 3: Sumo Deadlift High Pull

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3 rounds for time:
30 GHD sit-ups
15 deadlifts

♀ 205 lb
♂ 275 lb

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Scaling:
Reduce the load of the barbell. The repetitions should be completed in 3 sets or less in each round. Reduce the volume of GHD sit-ups if you are not accustomed to this piece of equipment.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time:
20 GHD sit-ups to parallel
15 deadlifts

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time:
20 AbMat sit-ups
10 deadlifts

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

Movement resources:
The GHD Sit-Up
The Deadlift
What is a Deadlift?
The AbMat Sit-Up