Workout Description

Why This Workout Is Hard

The 40 double-unders EMOM creates constant interruption and forces a high sustained pace through the main AMRAP. While individual movements are basic, the combination of high-volume air squats and push-ups with forced double-under sets every 2 minutes creates significant leg fatigue and breathing demands. The reverse burpees add complexity when fatigued. Most athletes will complete 3-4 rounds but struggle to maintain consistent pacing.

Training Focus

This workout develops the following fitness attributes:

• Endurance (8/10): The 20-minute AMRAP combined with EMOM double-unders creates sustained cardiovascular demand. Limited rest opportunities force continuous output and tax aerobic capacity significantly.
• Stamina (7/10): High-volume bodyweight movements with regular double-under interruptions challenge muscular endurance, particularly in legs, shoulders, and core.
• Speed (7/10): Quick transitions needed between movements. Double-under EMOMs force fast cycling and create urgency in the main workout.
• Power (4/10): Double-unders require moderate power output every 2 minutes. Reverse burpees add explosive component through jump and direction change.
• Flexibility (3/10): Basic mobility required for squats and push-ups. Reverse burpees demand slightly more hip flexibility than standard burpees.
• Strength (2/10): Exclusively bodyweight movements focusing on endurance rather than maximal strength. Push-ups provide some upper body demand.

Movements

• Push-Up
• Air Squat
• Double-Under

Scaling Options

Air Squats: Reduce to 25-30 reps or use box for depth. Push-ups: Scale to knee push-ups or elevated surface, reduce to 12-15 reps. Reverse Burpees: Sub regular burpees or step-back burpees, reduce to 6-8 reps. Double-Unders: Scale to 30-35 single-unders or 20 alternating foot jumps. Time Domain: Can reduce to 12-15 minutes for beginners while keeping 2-minute EMOM structure.

Scaling Explanation

Scale if unable to perform 15+ air squats with good form, 8+ strict push-ups, or 50+ unbroken single-unders. Priority is maintaining consistent movement through all rounds - form should not significantly degrade. Target 3-4 complete rounds for intermediate athletes. Scale double-under volume if unable to consistently complete within 50 seconds. Movement quality trumps speed - this is not meant to be a sprint workout.

Intended Stimulus

Moderate-length oxidative workout (20 minutes) with glycolytic bursts from the double-under intervals. Primary challenge is maintaining consistent output while managing fatigue from the EMOM double-unders. The workout tests both aerobic capacity and skill endurance under fatigue.

Coach Insight

Break the air squats into sets of 15-20 to maintain quality movement. Push-ups should be broken before form deteriorates - sets of 7-10 recommended. Reverse burpees can be done unbroken when fresh but expect sets of 5 as fatigue builds. For double-unders, aim to complete them in 45-50 seconds to allow recovery. Don't rush the first 2-3 rounds - establish sustainable rhythm. Key is managing the cumulative fatigue from the double-under tax while maintaining steady progress on the AMRAP.

Benchmark Notes

This is a 20-minute AMRAP with an EMOM component. Analysis based on Cindy (20min AMRAP of 5 pull-up, 10 push-up, 15 air squat) as primary anchor. Base movement breakdown per round: - 40 Air Squats: 40-50 sec (1-1.25s/rep) - 20 Push-Ups: 25-30 sec (1.25-1.5s/rep) - 10 Reverse Burpees: 35-40 sec (3.5-4s/rep) Subtotal: 100-120 sec per round EMOM Double-Unders: - 40 DUs every 2 min (0.5s/rep = 20 sec) - Elite athletes can complete in 25-30 sec including transition - Intermediate need 35-40 sec - Beginners struggle to complete before next round Cindy anchor shows L10 = 25-30 rounds in 20 min. This workout is significantly harder due to: 1. Higher volume per round (70 reps vs 30 in Cindy) 2. EMOM DUs creating forced breaks and complexity 3. Reverse burpees more taxing than regular air squats Projected rounds: L10 (Elite): 12-13 rounds L5 (Intermediate): 8-9 rounds L1 (Beginner): 4-5 rounds This represents roughly 60% of Cindy's round counts due to increased volume and complexity.

Modality Profile

All movements are gymnastics/bodyweight: Air Squat (G), Push-Up (G), Reverse Burpee (G), Double-Under (G). With all 4 movements being gymnastics-based, this workout is 100% gymnastics modality.

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