Workout Description
For Time
1 mile Medicine Ball Run (20/14 lb)
Then, 2 Rounds of:
39 Front Squats (95/65 lb)
39 Pull-Ups
39 Back Squats (95/65 lb)
1 mile Medicine Ball Run (20/14 lb)
Why This Workout Is Hard
Hero WOD. Loaded runs (2 miles total w/ 20lb ball), 2 rounds of moderate FS/BS (95lb) and pull-ups. Tests endurance under load.
Benchmark Times for Heath
- Elite: <82:30
- Advanced: 82:30-67:30
- Intermediate: 67:30-55:00
- Beginner: >55:00
Training Focus
This workout develops the following fitness attributes:
- Endurance (8/10): Two 1-mile medicine ball runs (20/14 lb) sandwiching two rounds of high-rep squats and pull-ups create a substantial test of loaded cardiovascular endurance.
- Stamina (7/10): Performing 78 front squats, 78 back squats (both at 95/65 lb), and 78 pull-ups, under fatigue from loaded runs, tests muscular stamina in the legs, core, and pulling muscles.
- Strength (5/10): The barbell load (95/65 lb) is moderate. Running with a 20/14 lb medicine ball adds a strength endurance component to the cardio.
- Speed (5/10): Maintaining a good pace on the loaded runs and efficiently cycling through the barbell and pull-up work is key for overall time.
- Power (4/10): While not primarily power-focused, kipping pull-ups and driving out of squats contribute. The emphasis is on sustained effort under load.
- Flexibility (3/10): Requires mobility for front and back squats, and pull-ups. Holding the medicine ball during runs might challenge thoracic mobility.
Modality Profile
A 4-movement WOD. 2 are Weightlifting (Front Squat, Back Squat), 1 is Monostructural (Medicine Ball Run), and 1 is Gymnastics (Pull-Up). Profile: 50% W, 25% M, 25% G.
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