Complete as many rounds as possible in 10 minutes of:
10 push-ups
10 dumbbell snatches, right arm
10 toes-to-bars
10 dumbbell snatches, left arm

♀ 35-lb dumbbell
♂ 50-lb dumbbell

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Stimulus and Strategy:
In today’s workout, the repetitions in each round are few enough that you can move through rounds relatively quickly. Aim for a single round to take no more than about 2 minutes. Try to go unbroken through as many sets as possible, however, as grip becomes an issue, break up the toes-to-bars as needed and manage your rest time.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the dumbbell and volume of the push-ups and toes-to-bars.

To reduce the complexity of the push-ups, consider performing push-ups from the knees or with the hands elevated to a 30-inch box. For the dumbbell snatches, consider performing hang dumbbell snatches. For the toes-to-bars, reduce the height of the toes or consider knees-to-chests or hanging knee raises.

However, if you have toes-to-bars, but 10 reps per round is too many, reduce the reps to no less than 5. This is a great way to practice and develop the movement.

In case of injury or limitation, perform dumbbell cleans for the dumbbell snatches, dumbbell floor presses for the push-ups, and consider V-ups or sit-ups for the toes-to-bars.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 10 minutes of:
10 push-ups
10 dumbbell snatches, right arm
10 knees-to-chests
10 dumbbell snatches, left arm

♀ 20-lb dumbbell
♂ 35-lb dumbbell

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 10 minutes of:
5 push-ups from the knees
5 dumbbell snatches, right arm
5 hanging knee raises
5 dumbbell snatches, left arm

♀ 10-lb dumbbell
♂ 15-lb dumbbell

Coaching cues:
On the dumbbell snatch, keep the dumbbell close to your body by imagining zippering up a jacket and keeping your elbow above the weight.

Resources:
The Push-Up
The Dumbbell Snatch
The Kipping Toes-to-Bar
Toes-to-Bar Scaling

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5 rounds for time of:
350-meter run
50-meter walking lunge

Compare to 150402.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is simple and effective. All you need is a 400-meter track or running route. Push the pace on the run early because it's only a matter of time before your legs begin to feel like they are filled with concrete. As you are performing the lunges, focus on gently touching the back knee to the ground to protect your knees.

Scaling:
Reduce the distance of the run and the walking lunges.

To reduce the complexity of the lunge, consider a box step-up or reverse lunge.

In case of injury or limitation, for the 350-meter run, perform 800/1,110 meters on the Echo bike or 350/450 meters on the rower.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
5 rounds for time of:
175-meter run
25-meter walking lunge

Coaching cues:
On the walking lunges, focus on driving through your front heel and the ball of the back foot as you step into the next rep.

Resources:
Running | Line Drills
The Walking Lunge

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Beyond the Open: 15 Benchmark Workouts to Guide Your CrossFit Progress Year-Round

The CrossFit Open may highlight our strengths and weaknesses, but real progress happens year-round. By strategically incorporating 15 key benchmark workouts — from strength tests to endurance challenges — you can track your fitness, identify gaps, and ensure your programming drives well-rounded improvement. Rather than training for the test, these workouts serve as checkpoints, helping you assess whether your training is building strength, stamina, and resilience across all modalities. Ready to take control of your progress? Let’s dive in.

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For time:
150 double-unders
45-calorie row
15 bar muscle-ups
120 double-unders
36-calorie row
12 bar muscle-ups
90 double-unders
27-calorie row
9 bar muscle-ups

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a triplet with a descending rep scheme. The row is a trap unless you are confident in your bar muscle-ups. Most athletes should pace the row and focus on using the legs to save their pull for the muscle-ups. This is a great workout to practice skills like the double-under and the bar muscle-up. Consider reducing the reps or giving yourself a time cap for these elements.

Scaling:
Reduce the reps of the double-unders and bar muscle-ups.

To reduce the complexity of the double-unders, consider giving yourself 2 minutes to accumulate reps or perform single-unders. For the bar muscle-up, consider giving yourself 2-3 minutes to accumulate reps, performing a jumping bar muscle-up, or a challenging variation of a pull-up and dip.

In case of injury or limitation, perform the calories on any machine available. For the double-unders, perform low box step-ups (4 inches) and reduce the reps to 60/40/20. For the bar muscle-ups, consider ring rows or low-ring muscle-up transitions.

Intermediate option:
For time:
90 double-unders
45-calorie row
9 bar muscle-ups
60 double-unders
36-calorie row
6 bar muscle-ups
30 double-unders
27-calorie row
3 bar muscle-ups

Beginner option:
For time:
60 single-unders
30-calorie row
6 low-ring muscle-up transitions
40 single-unders
20-calorie row
4 low-ring muscle-up transitions
20 single-unders
10-calorie row
2 low-ring muscle-up transitions

Coaching cues:
During the transition in the bar muscle-up, focus on pressing the bar into the hips and keeping the body close to the bar.

Resources:
The Double-Under
Rowing Technique Tips
The Kipping Bar Muscle-Up
The Single-Under
Low-Ring Muscle-Up Scaling

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Jorge

For time:
30 GHD sit-ups
15 squat cleans
24 GHD sit-ups
12 squat cleans
18 GHD sit-ups
9 squat cleans
12 GHD sit-ups
6 squat cleans
6 GHD sit-ups
3 squat cleans

♀ 105 lb
♂ 155 lb

Compare to 130407.

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U.S. Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer Fernando Jorge, 39, of Cypress, California, an Aviation Survival Technician Chief, died on Feb. 28, 2012, when his unit's helicopter crashed into Mobile Bay in the Gulf of Mexico during a training mission. He is survived by his sister Gina.

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today, we’re completing a CrossFit Hero workout. Expect this effort to be a grind. Choose a weight for the barbell that allows you to perform singles relatively quickly. As a gauge, your goal should be to perform at least 5 squat cleans in a minute. For the GHD sit-ups, if you are not familiar with this movement and consistently training on the GHD, reduce the reps and range of motion.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell.

To reduce the complexity of the GHD sit-ups, reduce the range of motion, or perform V-ups or sit-ups. For the squat cleans, consider hang squat cleans with a barbell or dumbbells.

In case of injury or limitation, for the squat cleans, consider single-dumbbell hang squat cleans or goblet squats. For the GHD sit-ups, perform sit-ups or plank shoulder taps.

Intermediate option:
For time:
30 GHD sit-ups to parallel
15 squat cleans
24 GHD sit-ups to parallel
12 squat cleans
18 GHD sit-ups to parallel
9 squat cleans
12 GHD sit-ups to parallel
6 squat cleans
6 GHD sit-ups to parallel
3 squat cleans

♀ 75 lb
♂ 115 lb

Beginner option:
For time:
15 sit-ups
15 hang squat cleans
12 sit-ups
12 hang squat cleans
9 sit-ups
9 hang squat cleans
6 sit-ups
6 hang squat cleans
3 sit-ups
3 hang squat cleans

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues:
When performing quick singles on the squat cleans, focus on getting into a proper set-up before performing your next rep. Hands on the bar, hips down, chest up, heels driving into the ground, and then take a deep breath.

Resources:
The GHD Sit-Up
The Clean

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Efficient Training: The 80/20 Rule of Fitness and How CrossFit Maximizes Results with Minimal Time

The Pareto Principle, or the 80/20 rule, suggests that 80% of results come from 20% of efforts. CrossFit embodies this principle by focusing on high-intensity, functional movements, constant variance, and mixed-modality workouts to deliver maximum fitness gains efficiently. Unlike traditional training that prioritizes volume, CrossFit optimizes intensity to drive adaptation, ensuring long-term progress without excessive time investment. With proper nutrition as its foundation, CrossFit’s methodology enables athletes to achieve elite fitness levels in less time, leaving them more opportunities to enjoy life outside the gym.

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For time:
800-meter run
25 dumbbell push presses
400-meter run
20 dumbbell push presses
200-meter run
15 dumbbell push presses

♀ 35-lb dumbbells
♂ 50-lb dumbbells

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a couplet with a descending rep scheme. The runs get shorter and the reps of the push presses go down as well. The loading of the dumbbells should allow you to perform consistent sets of 10 throughout the entirety of the workout. Aim to complete this workout in 15 minutes or less.

Scaling:
Reduce the distance of each run. Reduce the loading of the dumbbells.

To reduce the complexity of the dumbbell push presses, consider using a single dumbbell and alternating arms as needed, or performing dumbbell shoulder presses.

In case of injury or limitation, for the 800-meter run, perform 1,750/2,500 meters on the Echo bike or 800/1,000 meters on the rower. For the 400-meter run, perform 900/1,250 meters on the Echo bike or 400/500 meters on the rower. For the 200-meter run, 500/700 meters on the Echo bike, or 200/250 meters on the rower.

Intermediate option:
For time:
800-meter run
25 dumbbell push presses
400-meter run
20 dumbbell push presses
200-meter run
15 dumbbell push presses

♀ 20-lb dumbbells
♂ 35-lb dumbbells

Beginner option:
For time:
400-meter run
15 dumbbell push presses
200-meter run
10 dumbbell push presses
100-meter run
5 dumbbell push presses

♀ 10-lb dumbbells
♂ 15-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
As you drive the dumbbells overhead, focus on bringing your ribs to your hips and keeping your gaze on the horizon.

Resources:
Pose Running Drills | Lean and Pull
The Dumbbell Push Press

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For total reps:
Tabata deadlifts
Tabata box jump-overs

Tabata is 20 seconds of work, then 10 seconds of rest for 8 rounds. Complete all 8 rounds of the deadlifts, then complete all 8 rounds of the box jump-overs.

♀ 125-lb barbell and 20-inch box
♂ 185-lb barbell and 24-inch box

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a double dose of Tabata — one weightlifting movement and one gymnastics movement. The goal is to move for as much of the 20 seconds as possible with minimal rest. The loading of the deadlift should be light to moderate. For the box jump-overs, consider stepping off the box before jumping into your next rep for safety. Following your last set of deadlifts, you have 10 seconds to transition to the first set of box jump-overs.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the deadlift. Reduce the height of the box.

To reduce the complexity of the box jump-overs, consider performing box step-overs.

In case of injury or limitation, perform sumo deadlifts or dumbbell deadlifts. For the box jump-overs, consider performing calories on any available machine.

Intermediate option:
For total reps:
Tabata deadlifts
Tabata box jump-overs

Tabata is 20 seconds of work, then 10 seconds of rest for 8 rounds. Complete all 8 rounds of the deadlifts, then complete all 8 rounds of the box jump-overs.

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

Beginner option:
For total reps:
Tabata deadlifts
Tabata box step-overs

Tabata is 20 seconds of work, then 10 seconds of rest for 8 rounds. Complete all 8 rounds of the deadlifts, then complete all 8 rounds of the box step-overs.

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

Coaching cues:
On the return of the deadlift, focus on sending the hips back and keeping the barbell close to the body until the barbell passes the knees.

Resources:
The Deadlift
Box Jump-Over Variations
Box Step-Over

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Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
5 pull-ups
10 knees-to-elbows
15 goblet squats

♀ 35-lb kettlebell
♂ 53-lb kettlebell

Compare to 250111.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a repeat from January. This effort has a rep scheme like you would find in the benchmark Cindy. However, in this effort, you don’t have the upper-body pressing movement. Instead, we have a triplet that focuses on the midline and lower-body stamina. Choose options that allow you to perform a single round in 2 minutes or less.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the kettlebell to maintain unbroken goblet squats.

Reduce the complexity of the pull-ups by performing jumping pull-ups or ring rows. For the knees-to-elbows, perform knees-to-chests, hanging knee raises, or V-ups. First, look to reduce the load of the kettlebell, but if necessary, perform an air squat.

In case of injury or limitation, perform ring rows or single-arm ring rows. For the knees-to-elbows, perform V-ups, sit-ups, or plank holds. For the goblet squats, consider air squats or lunges.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
5 pull-ups
10 knees-to-chests
15 goblet squats

♀ 26-lb kettlebell
♂ 35-lb kettlebell

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
5 ring rows
10 hanging knee raises
15 air squats

Coaching cues:
When performing a gymnastics-style kipping pull-up, focus on pushing away from the bar and keeping your feet under your body. This will send you perfectly into the forward position of your next swing.

Resources:
The Kipping Pull-Up
Knees-to-Elbows Efficiency Tips
The Goblet Squat

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The CrossFit Physique: When Performance Builds a Better Body

CrossFit’s mission is to forge elite fitness, but an undeniable byproduct is its athletes' strong, capable physiques. Unlike traditional bodybuilding, which often prioritizes aesthetics over function, CrossFit’s constantly varied, high-intensity training produces bodies that are powerful, resilient, and beautiful. Rooted in the training philosophies of early strongmen and Olympic weightlifters, CrossFit builds muscle, strength, and endurance through functional movements, lifting heavy, and pushing intensity. When paired with a whole-foods-based diet, this approach delivers the ultimate combination — unmatched fitness and an athletic physique. In short, train like an athlete, and you’ll look like one, too.

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Every 5 minutes for 5 sets:
400-meter run
25 Russian kettlebell swings

♀ 53 lb
♂ 70 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout contains five sprint-type efforts. The goal is to complete the run as quickly as possible, get your hands on the kettlebell, and go unbroken on your swings. You should have at least 2 minutes of rest between sets, which will allow you to recover and hit each set with intensity. Athletes who are capable of swinging the heavy kettlebell, but not for the total volume of the workout, should consider reducing the reps of the swings in each round and using the heavier bell. Push the pace on the runs, but only as much as allows you to get back to the kettlebell and immediately begin swinging.

Scaling:
Reduce the distance of the run. Reduce the loading and/or reps of the kettlebell.

To reduce the complexity of the kettlebell swings, consider reducing the range of motion or performing kettlebell sumo deadlifts.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider performing 900/1,250 meters on the Echo bike, or 400/500 meters on the rower or ski erg instead of the run. For the kettlebell swings, consider single-arm kettlebell swings or unloaded good mornings.

Intermediate option:
Every 5 minutes for 5 sets:
400-meter run
15 Russian kettlebell swings

♀ 53 lb
♂ 70 lb

Beginner option:
Every 5 minutes for 5 sets:
200-meter run
10 Russian kettlebell swings

♀ 18 lb
♂ 26 lb

Coaching cues:
To ensure maximum contribution of the lower body during the kettlebell swings, focus on driving your heels into the ground, then squeezing your thighs and your glutes.

Resources:
Pose Running Drills | Pose Alignment
The Russian Kettlebell Swing With Jeff Martone

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4 rounds for time of:
21 front squats
15 bar-facing burpees
9 strict handstand push-ups

♀ 75 lb
♂ 115 lb

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a classic triplet. The barbell in this workout is on the light-to-moderate side and should be light enough to challenge you to be unbroken in each set while being heavy enough to tempt you to put it down. Be cautious of the pressing fatigue from the combination of burpees and strict handstand push-ups. Focus on managing your pace and breaking before you need to to avoid hitting failure early in this effort.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the front squats and the reps of handstand push-ups to no less than 5 per round.

To reduce the complexity of the strict handstand push-ups, consider pike push-ups or seated dumbbell shoulder presses.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider using dumbbells for the front squats if there is a rack position limitation. For the burpees, consider up-downs. For the strict handstand push-ups, consider single-dumbbell shoulder presses.

Intermediate option:
4 rounds for time of:
21 front squats
15 bar-facing burpees
5 strict handstand push-ups

♀ 65 lb
♂ 95 lb

Beginner option:
4 rounds for time of:
12 front squats
9 bar-facing burpees
6 seated dumbbell shoulder presses

♀ 35-lb barbell and 15-lb dumbbells
♂ 45-lb barbell and 20-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
As you are pressing out of the handstand, focus on bringing your ribs to your hips and looking across to the other side of the room. These will keep your body more well-connected and avoid excessive arching in the spine.

Resources:
The Front Squat
Bar-Facing Burpee
The Strict Handstand Push-Up

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The CrossFit Approach to Building Healthy Habits

Achieving health and fitness goals isn’t about willpower alone — it’s about creating a smart action plan, reshaping your mindset, and focusing on small, manageable steps. By automating decisions, addressing triggers, and designing environments that support healthy habits, you can reduce reliance on willpower and build momentum. Viewing willpower as a skill to practice and linking small, achievable goals to larger ambitions creates a cycle of success. Whether you’re reigniting an important goal you set months ago or preparing for the 2025 CrossFit Open, these strategies will help you stay on track and achieve lasting progress.

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10 rounds for time of:
7/10-calorie Echo bike
1 legless rope climb to 15 feet

Compare to 250205.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a repeat from February. Treat each round like a back-and-forth “sprint.” For most, choose options that allow you to keep each round to 90 seconds or less and consider one of two options: one, use the same options as last time and go faster, or two, perform the workout with a more difficult scaling option. Either way is a PR. If you are working to build capacity in legless rope climbs, today could also be a good day to pace the bike to maximize your potential for the rope climbs.

Scaling:
Reduce the calories on the bike and the height of the rope climb.

To reduce the complexity of the legless rope climbs, perform the movement with assistance from your legs or reduce the height of the climb.

In case of an injury or limitation, perform pull-to-stands in place of the rope climbs. For the calories on the bike, consider a 150-meter row or a 150-meter run.

Intermediate option:
7 rounds for time of:
7/10-calorie Echo bike
1 legless rope climb to 12 feet

Beginner option:
5 rounds for time of:
6/8-calorie Echo bike
2 pull-to-stands

Coaching cues:
When seated on the bike, focus on driving through the ball of the foot and sitting up tall. A more upright torso will help you breathe more efficiently and create better posture to push and pull from.

Resources:
Rogue Echo Bike
The Legless Rope Climb
Modified Rope Climb: Pull-to-Stand

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Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 8 minutes of:
30 double-unders
3 push jerks

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a weightlifting and monostructural couplet. The reps are relatively low to keep round cycle time faster for those who are proficient in both movements. Performing a single round in less than 1 minute is certainly possible, but today could also be a good day to work on double-unders, or on the push jerk under some fatigue. The loading on the barbell should feel challenging, but still allow you to perform unbroken reps in each round.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell.

To reduce the complexity of the jump rope, choose one of two options, either performing double-under attempts for 30 seconds or single-unders. For the push jerks, perform push presses.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider riding a bike for 5/7 calories. For the push jerks, consider using dumbbells if there is a rack position limitation.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 8 minutes of:
30 double-unders
3 push jerks

♀ 95 lb
♂ 135 lb

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 8 minutes of:
30 single-unders
3 push jerks

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues:
Instead of thinking about pressing up on the barbell, think about pushing yourself down into the receiving position.

Resources:
The Double-Under
The Push Jerk

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Back squat 2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2 reps

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Compare to 221017.

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today is a heavy day. Keep in mind, heavy is relative to each athlete's capacity and experience. As long as you are working to your limits, you will benefit from today’s effort. Experienced athletes should build to a heavy set of 2 and plan to go as heavy as possible across all sets. Newer athletes should start light, focus on mechanics, and slowly add weight as they are comfortable.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell to maintain safety and the integrity of the lift.

To adjust the complexity of the lift, consider performing a goblet squat with a dumbbell or kettlebell.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider squatting with a single dumbbell or kettlebell. You can also lunge with a load or perform an unloaded air squat.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
Same as Rx’d.

Coaching cues:
As you stand up out of the bottom of the squat, focus on the shoulders and hips rising together while driving through your heels to stand.

Resources:
The Back Squat
Heavy Days

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Mastering CrossFit Gymnastics: How to Build Strength, Stability, and Confidence

Struggling with gymnastics skills in CrossFit? You're not alone. Many athletes feel overwhelmed by movements like toes-to-bars and handstand push-ups, unsure how to improve. The key to mastering gymnastics is breaking it down — just like weightlifting — by focusing on four foundational elements: shapes, tension, flexibility, and strength. By consistently practicing static holds, mobility drills, and strict strength work, you can build a solid base for kipping and dynamic movements. This guide offers a structured three-week plan to improve your gymnastics skills, helping you do workouts as prescribed with confidence.

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For time:
2,400-meter run
50 hand-release push-ups
2,400-meter run

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is an endurance and stamina effort with a bit of a “speed bump.” Push the pace on the first run, knowing you are going to get to “rest” during the hand-release push-ups. Expect your reps to slow down, but push your threshold on the hand-release push-ups (pun intended). When you get into the second run, give it everything you have left. If you are attempting this workout as prescribed, your goal is to finish in 45 minutes or less, while keeping the push-ups to 6 minutes or less.

Scaling:
Reduce the distance of each run, or the volume of hand-release push-ups.

To reduce the complexity of the hand-release push-ups, perform the reps from the knees or with your hands elevated on a 30-inch box (do not release your hands).

In case of an injury or limitation, consider substituting a 5,500/7,500-meter Echo bike or a 2,400/3,000-meter row in place of the run. For the hand-release push-ups, consider dumbbell floor presses or bench presses.

Intermediate option:
For time:
2,400-meter run
35 hand-release push-ups
2,400-meter run

Beginner option:
For time:
1,000-meter run
35 hand-release push-ups from the knees
1,000-meter run

Coaching cues:
If you need a break during the hand-release push-ups, lie flat on your chest with your arms extended out to the sides or come to your knees with your chest off the ground. These are both ways to relax your arms, giving them the best opportunity to recover quickly.

Resources:
Warm-Up With Chris Hinshaw
Hand-Release Push-Up
A Fresh Take on the Lowly Push-Up

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5 rounds for time of:
12 chest-to-bar pull-ups
12 wall-ball shots
12 box jumps

♀ 14-lb medicine ball to 10 feet and a 20-inch box
♂ 20-lb medicine ball to 11 feet and a 24-inch box

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a classic triplet — two gymnastics movements and one weightlifting movement. You will notice the prescribed height for the wall-ball shots is higher than normal. If you do not have the height, use a heavier ball. Athletes should aim to complete this workout in 15 minutes or less. However, if you go a little longer because you are working on chest-to-bar pull-ups or grinding through the higher wall-ball target, today is a good day for that. Use caution when jumping on the box after the wall-ball shots. If necessary, take a few moments before attempting your first rep. As always, we encourage you to step down from the box on every rep.

Scaling: Reduce the weight of the medicine ball to allow you to hit the higher target. Reduce the height of the box.

To reduce the complexity of the chest to bar pull-ups, reduce the range of motion to chin-over-bar pull-ups. You may also consider jumping chest-to-bar pull-ups or ring rows. For the wall-ball shots, reduce the height of the target and the load of the ball. For the box jumps, reduce the height of the box. Aim to maintain the jump stimulus unless there is an injury or limitation.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider performing ring rows in place of the chest-to-bar pull-ups. For the wall-ball shots, perform medicine-ball squats for an overhead limitation or wall-ball push presses for a squatting limitation. For the box jumps, perform a box step-up to a lower box.

Intermediate option:
5 rounds for time of:
12 chin-over-bar pull-ups
12 wall-ball shots
12 box jumps

♀ 10-lb medicine ball to 10 feet and a 20-inch box
♂ 14-lb medicine ball to 11 feet and a 24-inch box

Beginner option:
4 rounds for time of:
8 ring rows
12 wall-ball shots
12 box step-ups

♀ 6-lb medicine ball to 9 feet and a 12-inch box
♂ 10-lb medicine ball to 10 feet and a 20-inch box

Coaching cues:
On the wall-ball shots, avoid holding your arms up and out as you wait for the ball to return. Instead, hold hands right below your chin with your elbows tight against your sides. As the ball returns, you can then meet the ball with your hands and descend into the next rep.

Resources:
The Kipping Chest-to-Bar Pull-Up
The Wall-Ball Shot
The Box Jump
The Kipping Pull-Up
The Ring Row
The Box Step-Up

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Strong Women are the Standard

The 2021 NCAA basketball tournament highlighted a long-standing misconception about women and strength training, but CrossFit has always challenged this narrative. In CrossFit, women lift heavy, develop real-world strength, and reap the benefits of resistance training — including improved metabolism, bone density, mobility, and overall health. Strength is essential for true fitness, and any program that neglects it is incomplete. Strong women aren’t the exception — they’re the standard.

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3 rounds for time of:
200-meter dumbbell farmers carry
40 GHD hip extensions
40-calorie row

♀ 35-lb dumbbells
♂ 50-lb dumbbells

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a bit of a grind — put your head down and move. Your goal is to complete this workout in 30 minutes or less. Use dumbbells that allow you to complete the farmers carry in 2 sets or less. In the first 2 rounds on the rower, pace yourself so you can pick up the dumbbells and get moving. However, in the final round, unload every ounce of energy left on the last row. Get after it!

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the dumbbells. Reduce the reps on the GHD hip extensions and calories on the rower.

To reduce the complexity of the dumbbell farmers carries, consider using a single dumbbell. On the GHD hip extensions, reduce the range of motion or perform good mornings unweighted or with an empty barbell.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider performing unweighted good mornings in place of the GHD hip extensions. For the calories on the rower, substitute any machine available.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
200-meter dumbbell farmers carry
30 GHD hip extensions
30-calorie row

♀ 20-lb dumbbells
♂ 35-lb dumbbells

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
100-meter dumbbell farmers carry
20 unweighted good mornings
20-calorie row

♀ 10-lb dumbbells
♂ 15-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
In the set-up of the GHD hip extension, make sure the hips are free of the pad and able to move. As you flex at the hips, pull your chest up, away from the ground. The parallels between this movement and a deadlift should be evident.

Resources:
The Dumbbell Farmers Carry
The GHD Hip Extension
Rowing Technique Tips
Unweighted Good Mornings

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10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1 reps for time of:
Hang squat cleans

Perform a 50-foot handstand walk after each set.

♀ 75-lb barbell
♂ 115-lb barbell

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Stimulus and Strategy:
In today’s workout, push to maintain unbroken hang squat cleans. The loading should feel light to moderate and allow you to hang on to the larger sets. The handstand walk should be a nice “break” before getting back on the barbell. However, don’t be fooled — getting upside down after the hang squat cleans will be more difficult than you think. Advanced athletes should challenge themselves to perform the handstand walks unbroken, and if you fail to make it 50 feet, go back to the start. Have fun!

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the distance of the handstand walk.

To reduce the complexity of the hang squat clean, consider a power clean plus front squat, or using a single or pair of dumbbells. For the handstand walks, consider putting your feet on a box and walking in a complete circle (do this once per 50 feet). You may also consider 20-30 shoulder taps or bear crawls.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider hang power cleans or light goblet squats in place of the hang squat cleans. For the handstand walks, consider shoulder taps in the plank position or a 30-second sprint on the ski erg.

Intermediate option:
10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1 reps for time of:
Hang squat cleans

Perform a 25-foot handstand walk after each set.

♀ 65-lb barbell
♂ 95-lb barbell

Beginner option:
8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1 reps for time of:
Hang squat cleans

Perform a 50-foot bear crawl after each set.

♀ 35-lb barbell
♂ 45-lb barbell

Coaching cues:
On the handstand walk, start with smaller steps to gain momentum, balance, and confidence. You can always make your steps bigger.

Resources:
The Hang Squat Clean
The Handstand Walk
The Bear Crawl

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Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
3 ring muscle-ups
6 right-arm kettlebell snatches
6 left-arm kettlebell snatches
9 GHD sit-ups

♀ 35-lb kettlebell
♂ 53-lb kettlebell

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a gymnastics and weightlifting triplet. The reps are low, which will allow you to accumulate a good amount of rounds. Athletes should aim to complete at least 5 rounds. Expect the volume accumulation of GHD sit-ups into the kip swing and hip extension in the kettlebell snatches to be challenging. If you have not been training consistently with the GHD sit-up, consider scaling options and alternatives.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the kettlebell.

To reduce the complexity of the muscle-ups, consider performing fewer reps per round — 1 or 2. You may also consider jumping muscle-ups or low-ring transitions. For the kettlebell snatches, consider single-arm kettlebell swings to eye level or hang dumbbell snatches. For the GHD sit-ups, reduce the range of motion or perform V-ups or AbMat sit-ups.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider ring rows or low-ring muscle-up transitions in place of the muscle-ups. For the kettlebell snatches and GHD sit-ups, consider the scales mentioned above.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
3 ring muscle-ups
6 right-arm kettlebell snatches
6 left-arm kettlebell snatches
9 GHD sit-ups to parallel

♀ 26-lb kettlebell
♂ 35-lb kettlebell

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
3 low-ring muscle-up transitions
6 right-arm kettlebell swings to eye level
6 left-arm kettlebell swings to eye level
9 sit-ups

♀ 18-lb kettlebell
♂ 26-lb kettlebell

Coaching cues:
On the kettlebell snatch, extend the hips just like you would a kettlebell swing. Then, to keep the bell close to your body, pull back on the kettlebell with the elbow moving high and outside. This action gets the bell moving vertically and closer to the body.

Resources:
The Kipping Muscle-Up
The Kettlebell Snatch
The GHD Sit-Up
Jumping Ring Muscle-Up
Low-Ring Muscle-Up Tips
Kettlebell Snatch Progression
GHD Sit-Up Progression

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Butterfly Pull-Ups: Should You Add Them to Your Training?

Butterfly pull-ups are one of the most debated skills in CrossFit — praised for their efficiency yet criticized for their mechanics. Born from competition, they allow athletes to complete more work in less time, but do they belong in your training? This article explores the pros and cons of butterfly pull-ups, when (and if) you should learn them, and the strength prerequisites needed to perform them safely. Whether aiming for elite competition or just improving your gymnastics skills, this guide will help you decide if butterfly pull-ups are right for you.

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7 sets:
Accumulate a 30-second L-sit hold
3 heavy deadlifts

Rest 2 minutes between sets.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is not your typical strength day. We have gymnastics strength and weightlifting strength in the same effort. The goal is to complete the L-sit hold in as few sets as possible, then lift a heavy set of 3 deadlifts. Use an option for your L-sit hold that allows you to complete 30 seconds in 3 sets or less. For the equipment used for the L-sit holds, use anything at your disposal — parallettes, boxes, heavy dumbbells, rings, or even the floor. Aim to stay consistent with your L-sit hold and increase the loading of your deadlift as you are able. Keep in mind that heavy is relative and some days are better than others. Stay within your capacity and listen to your body.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the duration of the L-sit hold to no less than 20 seconds.

To reduce the complexity of the L-sit hold, shorten the levers (legs). Consider bending one leg and keeping the other straight, bending both legs, or simply holding knees above your hips in a tuck position.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider holding a plank or hollow hold for the L-sit holds. For the deadlifts, consider lifting from blocks, sumo deadlifts, or unloaded good mornings. Remember, we are looking for pain-free range of motion.

Intermediate option:
7 sets:
Accumulate a 20-second L-sit hold, one leg straight
3 heavy deadlifts

Rest 2 minutes between sets.

Beginner option:
7 sets:
Accumulate a 20-second tuck hold
3 deadlifts

Rest 2 minutes between sets.

Coaching cues:
In the deadlift, use your breath to help control the stability of your midline. Before lifting the barbell off the ground, take a deep breath and hold it. After you move through the sticking point, let that breath out. Inhale again as you descend into the next rep.

Resources:
The L-Sit
The Deadlift
L-Sit Scaling

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For time:
1,000-meter row
30 dumbbell thrusters
20 pull-ups
5 legless rope climbs to 15 feet
1,000-meter row
5 legless rope climbs to 15 feet
20 pull-ups
30 dumbbell thrusters
1,000-meter row

♀ 20-lb dumbbells
♂ 35-lb dumbbells

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a pyramid scheme. Your goal should be to complete this effort in 30 minutes or less. Perform the row as prescribed as long as you can keep each to 5 minutes or less. Use a weight for the dumbbells that allows you to maintain sets of 10 thrusters at a time. For the pull-ups, choose an option that allows you to complete your reps in 2 minutes or less. Get after it today!

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the dumbbells, the distance of the row, and/or the volume of the pull-ups and legless rope climbs.

To reduce the complexity of the pull-ups, consider ring rows or jumping pull-ups. For the legless rope climbs, consider reducing the height of the climb or performing regular rope climbs using your legs.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider substituting the row with a 2,500-meter Echo bike or an 800-meter run. For the thrusters, consider dumbbell front squats if you have an overhead limitation or push presses if you have a squat limitation. If you are unable to hang from the bar, consider ring rows or bent-over rows for the pull-ups and pull-to-stands for the rope climbs.

Intermediate option:
For time:
800-meter row
30 dumbbell thrusters
20 pull-ups
3 legless rope climbs to 12 feet
800-meter row
3 legless rope climbs to 12 feet
20 pull-ups
30 dumbbell thrusters
800-meter row

♀ 15-lb dumbbells
♂ 25-lb dumbbells

Beginner option:
For time:
400-meter row
20 dumbbell thrusters
10 ring rows
5 pull-to-stands
400-meter row
5 pull-to-stands
10 ring rows
20 dumbbell thrusters
400-meter row

♀ 10-lb dumbbells
♂ 15-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
On the dumbbell thrusters, let the back head of each dumbbell rest on your shoulders. This allows the body to support the load. Then, with the weight on the shoulders, stand up quickly and think about jumping the weight off the shoulders.

Resources:
Rowing
The Dumbbell Thruster
The Kipping Pull-Up
The Legless Rope Climb
The Ring Row
The Rope Climb (Wrapping)
The Rope Climb (Basket)
Modified Rope Climb: Pull-to-Stand

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The Power of CrossFit for the Aging Athlete: Strength, Longevity, and Community

Aging doesn’t mean slowing down — especially in the CrossFit world. Despite societal misconceptions, aging adults often see the most significant fitness gains, improving strength, mobility, and overall well-being. CrossFit’s emphasis on functional movements, weight-bearing exercises, and high-intensity training helps counteract age-related muscle loss, osteoporosis, and cardiovascular decline. Beyond physical benefits, it fosters mental resilience, social connections, and a strong sense of community — crucial for maintaining motivation and independence. With scalable workouts tailored to individual needs, CrossFit empowers aging adults to stay active, confident, and engaged, proving that fitness is for every age.

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Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
20 double-unders
5 hang power snatches
5 strict handstand push-ups

♀ 105-lb barbell
♂ 155-lb barbell

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a triplet with a lower volume of reps in each set. Expect to perform at least 6 rounds. Round times may decrease due to upper-body fatigue, and the interfering lockout positions of the hang power snatch and strict handstand push-up. By design, this workout demands upper-body stamina, strength, and endurance. To avoid hitting a wall, be intentional with your rest time between movements and focus on using your legs in the hang power snatches to get the barbell overhead. Work hard and have fun.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell.

To reduce the complexity of the jump rope, work for no more than 30 seconds, accumulating double-under reps. If necessary, perform single-unders or penguin hops. For the strict handstand push-ups, reduce the reps to no less than 3 in each round. You can also perform dumbbell push presses or shoulder presses as an alternative.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider riding a bike for 30 seconds per round in place of the jump rope. If you have an overhead limitation, perform single-arm dumbbell snatches or hang power cleans in place of the hang power snatches. As for the strict handstand push-ups, consider push-ups or plank holds.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
20 double-unders
5 hang power snatches
3 strict handstand push-ups

♀ 75-lb barbell
♂ 115-lb barbell

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
20 single-unders
5 hang power snatches
5 dumbbell shoulder presses

♀ 35-lb barbell and 15-lb dumbbells
♂ 45-lb barbell and 20-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
On the hang power snatch, pull the barbell into your body by engaging your lats. Imagine sticking your lats in your back pocket through the first and second pull of the lift.

Resources:
The Double-Under
The Hang Power Snatch
The Strict Handstand Push-Up
The Dumbbell Shoulder Press

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4 rounds for time of:
400-meter run
50 air squats

Compare to 231222.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Even though it doesn’t have a name, today’s workout is a benchmark. Those of you who have completed it in the past know its potency. As a frame of reference, choose options that allow you to keep the run efforts to 2:15 or less and the air squats to 1:30 or less. Push the pace on the run and try not to stop on the air squats. Move at a steady pace on the air squats, and remember to breathe. Expect lactic acid to build up on the squats, but once you get out on the run, that feeling will subside.

Scaling:
Reduce the distance of the run. Reduce the number of air squats in each set.

To reduce the complexity of the air squats, consider squatting to a target and moving through a pain-free range of motion.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider substituting a 900/1,250-meter Echo bike or 400/500-meter row in place of the run. If squatting is not an option, consider lunges or unloaded good mornings.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
4 rounds for time of:
200-meter run
20 air squats

Coaching cues:
Resist the urge to “fall” to the bottom of the air squat. Instead, focus on pulling yourself down to the end range of motion by screwing your feet into the ground, pressing your hips back and down, and pulling your chest up away from the ground.

Resources:
CrossFit Running Course
The Air Squat

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21-15-9 reps for time of:
Toes-to-bars
Burpee box jump-overs

♀ 24-inch box
♂ 30-inch box

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a classic couplet and rep scheme. The descending reps allow you to keep intensity high and keep pushing through this effort. Choose options that allow you to move more and rest less. Advanced athletes may be able to perform all their sets of toes-to-bars unbroken; however, as long as you can complete each set in 3 sets or less, challenge yourself to go as prescribed and use today as more of a skill day.

Scaling:
Reduce the height of the box to maintain the jumping stimulus, even if that means reducing the height to 4 inches. If there is an injury or limitation, utilize the step-up or another alternative.

To reduce the complexity of the toes-to-bars, limit the height of your toes or knees. If you have toes-to-bars but the volume in today’s workout is beyond your capacity, reduce the reps to 15-12-9 or 12-9-6.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider performing up-downs in place of the burpees and step-ups in place of the box jump-overs. For the toes-to-bars, consider V-ups, sit-ups, or plank holds.

Intermediate option:
21-15-9 reps for time of:
Toes-to-bars
Burpee box jump-overs

♀ 20-inch box
♂ 24-inch box

Beginner option:
15-12-9 reps for time of:
Hanging knee raises
Burpee box step-overs

♀ 12-inch box
♂ 20-inch box

Coaching cues:
On the burpee box jump-over, consider stepping up out of the burpee. Oftentimes, this allows you to get closer to the box prior to the jump over.

Resources:
The Kipping Toes-to-Bar
Burpee Box Jump-Over

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How to Get Your First Ring Muscle-Up: Strength, Progressions, and Drills

Ring muscle-ups may seem impossible, but with the right progressions, strength work, and drills, you can build the control and confidence needed to master them. This article breaks down the pull, transition, and dip, providing beginner and intermediate athletes with step-by-step workouts to bridge the gap from ring rows to muscle-ups. Don't avoid this skill — train smart and stay consistent to unlock one of CrossFit’s most challenging and fun movements.