What is a good time for Painstorm VIII?

Good times for Painstorm VIII depend on your fitness level: Elite athletes finish under 57:31, advanced athletes target 57:31-52:31, intermediate athletes aim for 52:31-45:01, and beginners should focus on proper form over 45:01.

What is considered a good Painstorm VIII time?

A good Painstorm VIII time for most CrossFit athletes is between 52:31-45:01 (intermediate level). Elite times are under 57:31, but focus on consistent movement and proper form rather than just speed.

How fast should I do Painstorm VIII?

Your Painstorm VIII pace should match your fitness level. Beginners should aim to finish around 45:01 with good form, while advanced athletes can target 57:31-52:31. Always prioritize proper movement over speed.

How do I scale Painstorm VIII?

Painstorm VIII 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 Painstorm VIII work?

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

Painstorm VIII WOD - Scaling & Strategy | CrossFit Benchmark | PRZilla

Workout Description

For Time 15 Muscle-Ups Directly into 5 Rounds of: 15 Snatch Balance + Lunges (45/35 lb L+R=1) 10 Burpee Pull-Ups 5 Bear Complexes (95/65 lb)* 200 meter Run Finally perform: 15 Handstand Push-Ups *1 Bear Complex consists of: 1 Power Clean 1 Front Squat 1 Push Press 1 Back Squat and 1 Push Press

Why This Workout Is Very Hard

Complex structure with MU buy-in, 5 rounds of a challenging circuit including complexes and burpee pull-ups, and HSPU cash-out.

Training Focus

This workout develops the following fitness attributes:

Stamina (9/10): The 5 rounds of the main circuit involve a unique Snatch Balance + Lunge complex, burpee pull-ups, Bear Complexes, and runs, all of which will tax different aspects of stamina (lifting, gymnastics, full-body). The MU buy-in and HSPU cash-out add to the overall stamina demand, especially for upper body.

Endurance (8/10): A complex structure: 15 Muscle-Up buy-in, then 5 rounds of (15 Snatch Balance + Lunges complex, 10 Burpee Pull-Ups, 5 Bear Complexes at 95/65lb, 200m Run), and finally 15 HSPU cash-out. This is a very demanding test of skill, strength endurance, and conditioning across multiple challenging components.

Strength (7/10): Bear Complexes at 95/65 lbs are moderately heavy. Muscle-Ups and HSPU require significant relative strength. The Snatch Balance + Lunge complex (45/35lb) tests stability and unilateral strength under load.

Flexibility (6/10): Requires mobility for Muscle-Ups, Snatch Balance (overhead squat), Lunges, Bear Complex components, Burpee Pull-Ups, and HSPU.

Power (6/10): Bear Complexes and Muscle-Ups are explosive. Burpee Pull-Ups also have power components. Maintaining power through the 5-round circuit is key.

Speed (4/10): Efficient movement through the complexes and transitions is important. Pacing the runs and managing fatigue on the higher skill gymnastics (MUs, HSPU) is crucial.

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Attribute	Score	Explanation
Endurance	8/10	A complex structure: 15 Muscle-Up buy-in, then 5 rounds of (15 Snatch Balance + Lunges complex, 10 Burpee Pull-Ups, 5 Bear Complexes at 95/65lb, 200m Run), and finally 15 HSPU cash-out. This is a very demanding test of skill, strength endurance, and conditioning across multiple challenging components.
Stamina	9/10	The 5 rounds of the main circuit involve a unique Snatch Balance + Lunge complex, burpee pull-ups, Bear Complexes, and runs, all of which will tax different aspects of stamina (lifting, gymnastics, full-body). The MU buy-in and HSPU cash-out add to the overall stamina demand, especially for upper body.
Strength	7/10	Bear Complexes at 95/65 lbs are moderately heavy. Muscle-Ups and HSPU require significant relative strength. The Snatch Balance + Lunge complex (45/35lb) tests stability and unilateral strength under load.
Flexibility	6/10	Requires mobility for Muscle-Ups, Snatch Balance (overhead squat), Lunges, Bear Complex components, Burpee Pull-Ups, and HSPU.
Power	6/10	Bear Complexes and Muscle-Ups are explosive. Burpee Pull-Ups also have power components. Maintaining power through the 5-round circuit is key.
Speed	4/10	Efficient movement through the complexes and transitions is important. Pacing the runs and managing fatigue on the higher skill gymnastics (MUs, HSPU) is crucial.

Attribute

Score

Explanation

Endurance

8/10

A complex structure: 15 Muscle-Up buy-in, then 5 rounds of (15 Snatch Balance + Lunges complex, 10 Burpee Pull-Ups, 5 Bear Complexes at 95/65lb, 200m Run), and finally 15 HSPU cash-out. This is a very demanding test of skill, strength endurance, and conditioning across multiple challenging components.

Stamina

9/10

The 5 rounds of the main circuit involve a unique Snatch Balance + Lunge complex, burpee pull-ups, Bear Complexes, and runs, all of which will tax different aspects of stamina (lifting, gymnastics, full-body). The MU buy-in and HSPU cash-out add to the overall stamina demand, especially for upper body.

Strength

7/10

Bear Complexes at 95/65 lbs are moderately heavy. Muscle-Ups and HSPU require significant relative strength. The Snatch Balance + Lunge complex (45/35lb) tests stability and unilateral strength under load.

Flexibility

6/10

Requires mobility for Muscle-Ups, Snatch Balance (overhead squat), Lunges, Bear Complex components, Burpee Pull-Ups, and HSPU.

Power

6/10

Bear Complexes and Muscle-Ups are explosive. Burpee Pull-Ups also have power components. Maintaining power through the 5-round circuit is key.

Speed

4/10

Efficient movement through the complexes and transitions is important. Pacing the runs and managing fatigue on the higher skill gymnastics (MUs, HSPU) is crucial.

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Difficulty:

Very Hard

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Time Distribution:

32:31Elite

47:31Target

57:31Time Cap

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