WOD – Tuesday 25 August 2015
CrossFitStrength & CompetitionRest and Recovery
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- Strength:
Every 4 minutes, for 20 minutes (5 sets):
Back Squat @ 20X2
*Set 1 – 5 reps @ 60%
*Set 2 – 4 reps @ 70%
*Set 3 – 3 reps @ 80%
*Set 4 – 2 reps @ 85%
*Set 5 – Max Reps @ 85%
For the max reps sets, stick to the prescribed tempo, and if the rest at the top exceeds two seconds, terminate the set.
Use the rest periods between sets to address upper body mobility or activation drills of your choice – e.g., Ring Pec Stretch, Reverse Snow Angels, Nose-to-Wall Handstand Holds, etc… - WOD:
For max reps/meters:
2 minutes of Rowing for Meters
Rest 60 seconds
2 minutes of Box Jump-Overs (24″/20″)
Rest 60 seconds
2 minutes of Barbell Thrusters (20/15kgs)
Rest 60 seconds
2 minutes of Ring Rows
Rest 60 seconds
2min of Double Unders
TRANSITION WEEK…this week it is encouraged that everyone move at 75-80% effort. Next week we will do some baseline testing leading into our first official off-season cycle.
- A:
Three sets, not for time, of:
15′ Legless Rope Climb x 1 rep
(start from seated position on the floor)
20 Meter Handstand Walk
Strict Toes to Bar x 6-8 reps @ 2110 - B:
Four sets of:
Bulgarian Split Squats x 10 reps each leg @ 30X1
Rest 45 seconds between legs, and 90 seconds after the set
Strict Handstand Push-Ups x Max Reps
Rest 15 seconds
Assisted Strict Handstand Push-Ups x 8-10 reps
Rest 90 seconds - C:
Three sets of:
Glute-Ham Raises x 8 reps @ 20X1
Rest as needed
Weighted Plank Hold x 60 seconds
Rest as needed - D:
Three sets of:
100 Calorie Row
Rest 4 minutes
- Mobility and Maintenance:
Choose 1-2 Thoracic Mobility Drills from Kelly Starrett’s Mobility WOD and spend 5-10 minutes with them.
Choose 1-2 Upper Extremity Mobility Drills from Kelly Starrett’s Mobility WOD and spend 5-10 minutes with them.
Choose 2-3 Lower Extremity Mobility Drills from Kelly Starrett’s Mobility WOD and spend 10-12 minutes with them. - Nutrition Preparation:
Ensure that you have quality foods prepared in the appropriate quantities to fuel your efforts for the remainder of the week. - Mental Restoration:
Different for everyone – could be quiet time, prayer or meditation or could be gathering with friends; the key is to engage in activities that make your life full and help you recharge your batteries.
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