What is a good time for French?

Good times for French depend on your fitness level: Elite athletes finish under 35:38, advanced athletes target 35:38-31:53, intermediate athletes aim for 31:53-27:31, and beginners should focus on proper form over 27:31.

What is considered a good French time?

A good French time for most CrossFit athletes is between 31:53-27:31 (intermediate level). Elite times are under 35:38, but focus on consistent movement and proper form rather than just speed.

How fast should I do French?

Your French pace should match your fitness level. Beginners should aim to finish around 27:31 with good form, while advanced athletes can target 35:38-31:53. Always prioritize proper movement over speed.

How do I scale French?

French can be scaled by reducing weights, modifying movements (like assisted pull-ups), or adjusting volume. Consult with a coach for personalized scaling options.

What muscles does French work?

French is a full-body workout that develops multiple fitness domains.

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Workout Description

For Time 1 mile Run 50 Deadlifts (185/135 lb) 1 mile Run 3 minute Max Burpees

Why This Workout Is Hard

Hero WOD. Combines significant running (2 miles) with heavy deadlifts (185lb) and a max burpee effort. Tests endurance and strength.

Benchmark Times for French

Elite: <35:38
Advanced: 35:38-31:53
Intermediate: 31:53-27:31
Beginner: >27:31

Training Focus

This workout develops the following fitness attributes:

Endurance (8/10): Two 1-mile runs sandwiching a set of heavy deadlifts and a max burpee effort creates a significant cardiovascular and endurance test.
Stamina (7/10): Performing 50 deadlifts at 185/135 lbs requires considerable posterior chain and grip stamina. The max burpee effort in 3 minutes tests full-body muscular endurance at high intensity.
Strength (7/10): Deadlifts at 185/135 lbs are a moderate-heavy load, testing strength endurance for 50 reps.
Power (6/10): Deadlifts, if cycled quickly, and the explosive jump in burpees contribute to power output.
Speed (5/10): Maintaining a good pace on the mile runs and maximizing burpee rate in the 3-minute window are key speed components.
Flexibility (3/10): Requires good hamstring flexibility for deadlifts and basic mobility for running and burpees.

Modality Profile

An M/W couplet with a monostructural movement (Run) and a weightlifting movement (Dumbbell Thrusters).

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Training Profile

Attribute	Score	Explanation
Endurance	8/10	Two 1-mile runs sandwiching a set of heavy deadlifts and a max burpee effort creates a significant cardiovascular and endurance test.
Stamina	7/10	Performing 50 deadlifts at 185/135 lbs requires considerable posterior chain and grip stamina. The max burpee effort in 3 minutes tests full-body muscular endurance at high intensity.
Strength	7/10	Deadlifts at 185/135 lbs are a moderate-heavy load, testing strength endurance for 50 reps.
Flexibility	3/10	Requires good hamstring flexibility for deadlifts and basic mobility for running and burpees.
Power	6/10	Deadlifts, if cycled quickly, and the explosive jump in burpees contribute to power output.
Speed	5/10	Maintaining a good pace on the mile runs and maximizing burpee rate in the 3-minute window are key speed components.

French

For Time

For Time 1 mile Run 50 Deadlifts (185/135 lb) 1 mile Run 3 minute Max Burpees

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Difficulty:

Hard

Modality:

Time Distribution:

21:16Elite

28:46Target

35:38Time Cap

Your Scores:

Training Profile

Performance Levels

L10

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