Category: Workout of the Day

  • December 18, 2016

    WOD

    4 Rounds for time
    200M Pinch plate carry and farmer carry 25/15 lb, 32/24 kg
    30 One arm alternating russian kettlebell swings 32/24kg
    40 See The lights sit-ups 25/15 lb

    Workout notes: For today’s workout we are mixing up the standard farmers carry and combining it with a pinch plate carry.  You will carry your kettlebell in one hand and “pinch” a plate using your fingers to carry it.  Switch hands as needed, but try to distribute the work evenly as you go.  You will be swinging your kettlebell with one arm up to eye level, do not go all the way overhead here! Alternate arms by switching as the kettlebell is at the apex of the swing but rest as needed.   For the sit-up you will start laying back with your shoulder blades in contact with the floor and the plate locked out directly above you. Sit up while keeping your arms straight and finish sitting tall with the plate above your head.

  • December 17, 2016

    WOD 

    20 min AMRAP
    20 Power Snatches 75/55lb
    20 Push-Ups
    400m Run

    Workout notes: Today’s workout falls into the longer time domain.  Your power snatch weight should be light and manageable for large sets through the entire workout.  Before the workout practice some barbell cycling to move smoothly from rep to rep.  If push-ups are difficult for you, break them up early and often.  Plan for small sets with short breaks to keep moving and avoid hitting failure.  If you slow down during the push-ups try to push the pace on the run to make up some time.

     

  • December 16, 2016

    Skill

    1RM Push Press

    Today we are working up to a one rep max push press. Focus on a vertical dip and drive and then finish with just your arms by pressing overhead.  After driving the bar off of your shoulders, keep your legs squeezed tight and resist the temptation to drop under the bar and perform a jerk.

    WOD

    For time

    21-18-15-12-9-6-3
    Deadlift 185/135lb
    Goblet Squat 32/24kg

    Our workout today pairs two classic movements, the deadlift and squat.  Most of your reps will be done in the first few rounds with this rep scheme. Break up the larger sets early to avoid slowing down too much when you get to the single digit sets.  You should be able to perform medium sized sets of deadlifts and squats with the weight you choose.  Plan to get your sets of 21, 18 and 15 done in 3-4 sets max. If you are scaling the benchmark weight and doing all sets unbroken you may have gone too light.  Move smooth and quick through the last small sets to finish strong.

     

  • December 15, 2016

    Skill 

    5 rounds
    20 seconds Hollow Rock or Hold
    20 seconds Plank Hold
    20 seconds rest

    Maintain each position as long as you can during the work periods. Hold back early and give yourself some rest if needed rather than going to failure. You can scale each movement independently so set yourself up to get some good work in based on your ability.

    WOD

    3 rounds for Max Reps with 90 seconds at each station

    Pull-Ups
    Kettlebell Swings 32/24kg
    Row for Calories
    Rest

    Today’s workout will be scored like you would score the workout “Fight Gone Bad”.  Count your total number of repetitions completed across all 3 rounds and come up with one total score.  in this style of workout you are often given one minute to work per movement. Today we are bumping it up to 90 seconds so plan to pace yourself to account for the extra time.  If you need to scale pull-ups you can choose to scale to ring rows or jumping pull-ups. Using a band is also an option, but make sure you can get in and out of the band easily to reduce wasted time here and keep any boxes you use to step on off to the side rather than underneath you. There is a lot of grip in the workout so rest when you need it and don’t be afraid to perform small sets with quick rest between rather than large sets that might fatigue your grip.  You have a full 90 seconds rest after the row so go hard there and do your best to recover before the next round.

  • December 14, 2016

    Skill 

    EMOM for 10 minutes
    1 Hang Squat Clean

    We’re working on lifting technique today. Start by deadlifting the bar into the hang position and retrace the bar slightly down your legs by bending first at the knees and then bowing forward with the hips. Pull into full extension and squat clean the bar.  Practice catching the bar with your elbows up and bearing the load on your torso.

    WOD

    AMRAP in 10 minutes
    2-4-6-8-10…
    Thruster 135/95lb
    10-20-30-40…
    Double Under

    Many of you had your fill of thrusters at the Hometown Hoedown. Well they’re back, and a little heavier this time. The benchmark weight is listed at 135/95 today which can be a challenging weight when it comes to thrusters. Make sure you are able to string multiple reps together with the weight you choose before starting the workout.  You don’t want to get stuck doing single squat clean thrusters for this workout.  Focus on keeping your elbows up and chest high through the squat portion of the thruster. Drive through your heels to quickly send the weight overhead in one smooth motion.  If double unders are still giving you trouble, cut the reps down before deciding to go to singles.  5-10-15.. or 2-4-6-8..etc. would be a good place to start if this is a challenging movement for you. Whatever rep scheme you decide on here, make sure to stick to it for the full 10 minutes Committing to double unders is the only way to master this skill!

     

  • December 13, 2016

    Skill

    EMOM for 10 minutes
    [odd] Straight set of Toes to Bar
    [even] Straight set of Handstand Push-ups

    During today’s EMOM we are working on two high skill movements. If you are new to toes to bar start by alternating between the hollow and arch position on the bar and follow that by pulling the knees in and up to the chest. This skill can be scaled to kipping swings or knee raises.  For the handstand push-ups we suggest being able to do 10 perfect and unbroken Push-ups as well as at least a 60 second handstand hold.  If you aren’t able to perform the base skills, scale the movement to one that gets you working on the movement and addresses your biggest weakness.

    WOD

    5 rounds for time
    25 Sit Ups
    20 Lunges
    15 Box Jumps 24/20″

    Today’s workout is all bodyweight movements. Focus on smooth and quick transitions between each movement. You can choose to pogo your box jumps or a steady pace of jumping up and stepping down to keep moving. Whatever you choose, make sure to focus on pulling your toes up and landing softly on top of the box in a partial squat. If you’re worried about the volume of each movement consider doing 3 or 4 rounds instead of 5.

     

  • December 12, 2016

    Hometown Hoedown

    [creativ_alertbox icon=”” colour=”theme” custom_colour=””] What a blast! Thank you so much to those of you that came out Saturday to compete, cheer and hang out.  Special thanks to everyone that helped us with judging, scoring, setup and everything else it took to make the Hometown Hoedown a success.  Final  leaderboard and event results are available at www.hometownhoedown.com.[/creativ_alertbox]

    Skill

    Front Squat

    3-3-3-3-3

    Today we’re working up to a strong effort 3 rep front squat.  With the front squat we want to focus on keeping the elbows up and point out and in turn the chest.  As with any kind of squatting you’ll want to practice keeping your knees out and tracking over your feet. Remember to release the grip on the bar a little bit in the front squat and load the bar onto your torso. That should help you keep your elbows and chest up. If you have a mobility problem holding you back from keeping your elbows up you can always try crossing your arms across the bar or modifying that in some way.

    WOD 

    AMRAP in 10 Minutes

    7 Burpees over the bar
    3 Clean and Jerks 185/125lb

    Today we’re working with two very different movements.  A fast all bodyweight movement and a likely slower barbell lift.  Try to find a pace that allows you to move smoothly through both parts of this workout.  The weight you choose for the clean and jerk should be a bit of a challenge.  If you are hitting unbroken sets of 3 through the whole workout you may have gone too light.  Use this as an opportunity to try bumping up the weight a little on your barbell.

  • December 11, 2016

    WOD

    AMRAP in 30 Minutes
    400M Run
    80 Double Unders
    40 Air Squat
    2 Minutes rest

    Workout notes:   This workout is an interval format. You will have less rest compared to the time you are working so plan to set out at a submaximal pace rather than going all out on the run and slowing down during the double unders and squats.  A good goal would be to shoot for consistent splits each round.

  • December 9, 2016

    [creativ_alertbox icon=”” colour=”theme” custom_colour=””]Reminder that today is the Hometown Hoedown and holiday party! The competition will start at 8:30AM. Please arrive at 8:00AM for the event briefing. [/creativ_alertbox]

    Hometown Hoedown Heat List

    Events 1 and 2

    Heat 1
    Toby
    Steve
    Shannon M
    Lisa N
    Cara M
    Justin W
    Michael S
    Gabina
    Jill H
    Katya

    Heat 2
    Jason S
    Hao Luo
    Liz Lee
    Lorna
    Jessica N
    Ryan D
    Derek S
    Linda L
    Bekki F
    Christine D

    Heat 3
    Ryan Mangan
    Andrew Susskind
    David S
    Laura C
    Amanda B
    Eugene R
    Casey K
    Erin B
    Jesy N
    Lisa F

    Heat 4
    Scott Bukosky
    Ken W
    Imani W
    Christie Z
    Maria B
    John S
    Jay K
    Collette L
    Claire N
    Erica B

    Heat 5
    Tyler
    Paul W
    Marissa McBride
    Hannah S
    Essa R
    Rich C
    Drake W
    Yu
    Kathy
    Liz M

    Heat 6
    Roman
    Scott Brink
    Jenna T
    Annie O
    Zhuorui
    Hossein G
    Brad B
    Sabrina
    Jenny R
    Courtney O

    Event 3

    Heat 1
    Toby
    Steve
    Shannon M
    Lisa N
    Justin W
    Michael S
    Gabina
    Jill H
    Katya

    Heat 2
    Jason S
    Hao Luo
    Cara M
    Liz Lee
    Ryan D
    Derek S
    Bekki F
    Linda L

    Heat 3
    Ryan Mangan
    Andrew Susskind
    Lorna
    Jessica N
    Eugene R
    Casey K
    Erin B
    Christine D

    Heat 4
    David S
    Scott Bukosky
    Laura C
    Amanda B
    John S
    Jay K
    Jesy N
    Lisa F
    Erica B

    Heat 5
    Ken W
    Imani W
    Christie Z
    Maria B
    Essa R
    Rich C
    Collette L
    Claire N

    Heat 6
    Tyler
    Paul W
    Marissa McBride
    Hannah S
    Drake W
    Zhuorui
    Yu
    Kathy
    Liz M

    Heat 7
    Roman
    Scott Brink
    Jenna T
    Annie O
    Hossein G
    Brad B
    Sabrina
    Jenny R
    Courtney O

  • December 10, 2016

    [creativ_alertbox icon=”” colour=”theme” custom_colour=””]Reminder that today is the Hometown Hoedown and holiday party! The competition will start at 8:30AM. Please arrive at 8:00AM for the event briefing. [/creativ_alertbox]

    Hometown Hoedown Heat List

    Events 1 and 2

    Heat 1
    Toby
    Steve
    Shannon M
    Lisa N
    Cara M
    Justin W
    Michael S
    Gabina
    Jill H
    Katya

    Heat 2
    Jason S
    Hao Luo
    Liz Lee
    Lorna
    Jessica N
    Ryan D
    Derek S
    Linda L
    Bekki F
    Christine D

    Heat 3
    Ryan Mangan
    Andrew Susskind
    David S
    Laura C
    Amanda B
    Eugene R
    Casey K
    Erin B
    Jesy N
    Lisa F

    Heat 4
    Scott Bukosky
    Ken W
    Imani W
    Christie Z
    Maria B
    John S
    Jay K
    Collette L
    Claire N
    Erica B

    Heat 5
    Tyler
    Paul W
    Marissa McBride
    Hannah S
    Essa R
    Rich C
    Drake W
    Yu
    Kathy
    Liz M

    Heat 6
    Roman
    Scott Brink
    Jenna T
    Annie O
    Zhuorui
    Hossein G
    Brad B
    Sabrina
    Jenny R
    Courtney O

    Event 3

    Heat 1
    Toby
    Steve
    Shannon M
    Lisa N
    Justin W
    Michael S
    Gabina
    Jill H
    Katya

    Heat 2
    Jason S
    Hao Luo
    Cara M
    Liz Lee
    Ryan D
    Derek S
    Bekki F
    Linda L

    Heat 3
    Ryan Mangan
    Andrew Susskind
    Lorna
    Jessica N
    Eugene R
    Casey K
    Erin B
    Christine D

    Heat 4
    David S
    Scott Bukosky
    Laura C
    Amanda B
    John S
    Jay K
    Jesy N
    Lisa F
    Erica B

    Heat 5
    Ken W
    Imani W
    Christie Z
    Maria B
    Essa R
    Rich C
    Collette L
    Claire N

    Heat 6
    Tyler
    Paul W
    Marissa McBride
    Hannah S
    Drake W
    Zhuorui
    Yu
    Kathy
    Liz M

    Heat 7
    Roman
    Scott Brink
    Jenna T
    Annie O
    Hossein G
    Brad B
    Sabrina
    Jenny R
    Courtney O