FRIDAY 05/29/2020
ACCESSORY WORKOUTS THAT WOULD WORK TODAY
PRE (best before main workout): OLY
POST (best after the main workout): SUNS OUT GUNS OUT - BUTTS AND GUTS
EITHER (can be warm up or finisher): GYMNASTICS
SWAP (skip the main workout and do one of these instead): ENDURANCE
MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR TODAY
PRE: MORNING COFFEE, SPINE STRENGTHENING
POST: HAMSTRINGS, CALVES/ANKLES
* Indicates the original version of the workout. This means when the workout was programmed, this is the version the coach had in mind. We adapt this workout to fit the other equipment variations. As always, pick a version of the workout that works for you, your schedule, and equipment available.
PROGRAM A
WARM UP
Full Body Simple Warm Up
WORKOUT
10 Rounds (For Time)
8 Alternating Single Leg Deadlifts
20 Double Unders
RX Men: 40# DBs
RX Women: 25# DBs
RX Plus Men: 50# DBs+ / 30 DU
RX Plus Women: 35# DBs+ / 30 DU
**If single leg deadlifts are a no go do 12 regular DB deadlifts per round!
Score: Total Time
Goal: 8-14 Minutes
Choose a load and jump rope variation that allows you to keep the pace between :50-1:20 per round. Stay relaxed. Focus on smooth transitions and great positions!
For the single leg deadlift you will hold a dumbbell in each hand. Shift your weight into one foot and raise the other foot off the floor behind you.
Fight not to twist. Allow a slight bend in the knee as you hinge forward at the hip and touch one head of the dumbbells to the floor. Keep the back flat and belly tight and squeeze the butt to stand up. You can always modify to a single dumbbell or even regular deadlifts if you need to.
Remember 8 reps = 4 on each leg.
Switch to a single dumbbell if you need to or do 12 regular dumbbell deadlifts per round.
For the double unders, your rope will pass two times under your feet for every one jump. Keep your chest up and your landing soft. It's just like a single under but you jump a little higher and spin the rope faster using your wrists, not your arms!
For this workout you will want to choose a type/number of double unders that will allow you to finish that part in less than 40 seconds each time. Consider lowering the reps to fit that time window or go with dumbbell hop overs, skip overs, or double rep single unders.
PROGRAM B
WARM UP
Full Body Simple Warm Up
WORKOUT
10 Rounds (For Time)
6 Heavy Deadlifts
20 Double Unders
RX Men: 175-205#
RX Women: 115-135#
RX + Men: 225#+ / 30 DU
RX + Women: 145#+ / 30 DU
Score: Total Time
Goal: 8-14 Minutes
Choose a load and jump rope variation that allows you to keep the pace between :50-1:20 per round. Stay relaxed. Focus on smooth transitions and great positions!
For the deadlifts the bar will start on the ground. The feet are under the hips. Heels are down. Hips and knees are bent. Arms are straight. Chest is up. Belly tight. Back flat! Hands just outside the legs. To lift drive the heels into the ground and lift the chest. Keep the arms straight as you pull the bar in close to the body. Keep the arms long and straight. Keep the chest up and belly tight. Stand all of the way up at the top. Squeeze the butt. Don't lean back.
To lower - reach the butt back and slide bar down the legs. Keep the knees out of the way. Keep the chest lifted and belly tight. Keep those heels down. Once past the knees you will re-bend the knees and bring the bar back to the starting position under control.
For the double unders, your rope will pass two times under your feet for every one jump. Keep your chest up and your landing soft. It's just like a single under but you jump a little higher and spin the rope faster using your wrists, not your arms!
For this workout you will want to choose a type/number of double unders that will allow you to finish that part in less than 40 seconds each time. Consider lowering the reps to fit that time window or go with dumbbell hop overs, skip overs, or double rep single unders.
PROGRAM C
WARM UP
Full Body Simple Warm Up
WORKOUT
10 Rounds (For Time)
8 Sandbag Over Shoulder
20 Double Unders
Idea Sandbag Weights:
Men: 50-70#
Women: 25-45#
**If you have a heavier than normal bag for this one - USE IT. Just lower the reps to 6 per round.
RX+: 30 Double Unders Per Round
Score: Total Time
Goal: 8-14 Minutes
Adjust the reps for heavier bags and choose a jump rope variation that allows you to keep the pace between :50-1:20 per round. Stay relaxed. Focus on smooth transitions and great positions!
For the sandbag over the shoulder - technique will vary slightly depending on what type of bag you have. BUT - in general you want the bag between your feet. Feet are roughly shoulder width apart with the heels down. Hinge at the hip and bend the knees enough to try and get at least your hands and part of your forearms under the bag. Lift your chest and tighten your belly. Drive through your heels as you lift the bag. Pull it in close to your body. Stand up hard and fast and roll the bag over your torso - finishing over the shoulder. USE THE POWER FROM YOUR LEGS!!!
For the double unders, your rope will pass two times under your feet for every one jump. Keep your chest up and your landing soft. It's just like a single under but you jump a little higher and spin the rope faster using your wrists, not your arms!
For this workout you will want to choose a type/number of double unders that will allow you to finish that part in less than 40 seconds each time. Consider lowering the reps to fit that time window or go with sandbag hop overs, skip overs, or double rep single unders.
SINGLE LEG DEADLIFT - This can be such a great movement for mamas! Focus on good posture, breathing mechanics, and midline stability. If you're pregnant and balance is a struggle because of changes in center or gravity, feel free to sub Sumo Deadlifts or Split Stance Deadlifts.
DOUBLE/SINGLE UNDERS - To avoid the added pressure to the pelvic floor that DUs/SUs can create, sub: Taps, Row, Bike, Quick Step Ups, Calf Raises. If you're postpartum and working towards rehab-ing your core and pelvic floor you can choose from the same subs for pregnancy and/or try scaling the number of DUs/SUs down to a number that is realistic for you to practice proper positioning and managing pressure. Any leaking or heaviness in the pelvic floor is a sign that you need to adapt your approach or change the movement to less impact.
KB/DB DEADLIFT - If you’re pregnant and the shape of your belly is making reaching the floor difficult or if you're postpartum and managing core rehab through practice of proper posture, sub: Sumo Stance KB/DB Deadlift or elevate the DBs/KB so its not so low to the ground when you pick it up. If you are working on healing any pelvic floor dysfunction make sure you are able to breathe properly throughout the entire range of motion and that you are not bracing or bearing down.