TUESDAY 09/21/2021
ACCESSORY WORKOUTS THAT WOULD WORK TODAY
Below are SUGGESTIONS of what you COULD add if you have the desire or time. It is not intended that you add more than ONE of them. And it is not necessary for you to add any of them at all! Just a few more tools for those interested.
PRE(best before main workout): POWER
POST(best after the main workout): BUTTS & GUTS
SWAP(skip the main workout and do one of these instead): ENDURANCE
MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR TODAY
PRE: WARM UP FLOW, THORACIC SPINE RELEASE
POST: CHEST OPENER, HAMSTRINGS
PROGRAM A
WARM UP
TOTAL BODY DUMBBELL WARM UP
PULL UP WARM UP
WORKOUT
Every 5 Minutes for 20 Minutes (4 Total Rounds)
16 Pull Ups
400 Meter Run
12 Double Dumbbell Snatches
Strict Pull Up Option: 8-10 Strict Pull Ups per Round
Suggested Weight
Men: 40# DBs
Women: 25# DBs
Extra Challenge Men/Women: Go Every 4 Minutes (5 Total Rounds)
Score: Slowest Round ONLY
Goal: 3:00-4:30
COACHES NOTES
If you get less than :45 to rest in the first round, consider customizing something as that rest is likely to shrink by a good amount by the 4th round and we want you to get at least :30 each time. Choose a variation on the pull ups that allows you to complete 16 reps in 1-3 sets the whole way. So, you should be able to do at least 5 at a time. The run should be around the 2 minute range. If you need to shorten the distance, decide how far you will run before you start rather than adjusting on the fly! Choose a load on the double dumbbell snatches that allows you to complete 12 reps in 1-3 sets each time. Make sure you take a moment to set up properly for each rep.
PULL UPS
You have the option of strict, kipping, butterfly pull ups, or choose one of the customizations below. Grip the bar a little wider than shoulder width. Fire up the lats by drawing the shoulders down away from the ears. Keep the belly tight. Make sure that you start all the way at the bottom and either get the chin over or pull the chest all the way up at the top! If you choose to use a band, stay in control and avoid the bounce out of the bottom.
CUSTOMIZATIONS
TRX/Ring Row
Inverted Row
Single Arm Bent Over Row (8 Right / 8 Left)
Banded Pull Ups
400M RUN
You're working with 2:00-2:30. Shorten the distance as needed to fit the time window. If unable to run due to space or weather purposes - 2 min double/single unders, low step ups, or toe taps to a low target.
CUSTOMIZATIONS
2 minutes of:
Double/Single Unders
Low Step Ups
Toe Taps to a Low Target
DOUBLE DUMBBELL SNATCH
Start with a wide stance, both dumbbells between the feet. Bend the knees slightly and hinge at the hips to grip the dumbbells. Keep the chest up, shoulders back, back flat, arms long and straight. Drive your heels into the floor, leading with the chest to stand up fast. Keep the back flat. Once past the knees you will almost jump. Shrug the shoulders and allow the momentum to bring the dumbbells up as you guide them in a partial swing, without allowing them to get too far away from you. Punch your fists to the sky. Finish with a press to lockout with the biceps by the ears and the belly tight.
When lowering the dumbbells DO NOT GET SLOPPY! Keep the heels down and keep the back flat. Lower under control back to the ground.
Only one head of each dumbbell must touch the ground at the bottom of every rep.
CUSTOMIZATIONS
Single Arm Alternating DB Snatches - Increase the reps to 18 (9 per arm)
Kettlebell Swings
PROGRAM B
WARM UP
GENERAL BARBELL WARM UP
PULL UP WARM UP
WORKOUT
Every 5 Minutes for 20 Minutes (4 Total Rounds)
16 Pull Ups
400 Meter Run
12 Power Snatches
Strict Pull Up Option: 8-10 Strict Pull Ups per Round
Suggested Weight
Men: 75-95# Bar
Women: 55-65# Bar
Extra Challenge Men/Women: Go Every 4 Minutes (5 Total Rounds)
Score: Slowest Round ONLY
Goal: 3:00-4:30
COACHES NOTES
If you get less than :45 to rest in the first round, consider customizing something as that rest is likely to shrink by a good amount by the 4th round and we want you to get at least :30 each time. Choose a variation on the pull ups that allows you to complete 16 reps in 1-3 sets the whole way. So, you should be able to do at least 5 at a time. The run should be around the 2 minute range. If you need to shorten the distance, decide how far you will run before you start rather than adjusting on the fly! Choose a load on the snatches that allows you to complete 12 reps in 1-3 sets each time. Make sure you take a moment to set up properly for each rep.
PULL UPS
You have the option of strict, kipping, butterfly pull ups, or choose one of the customizations below. Grip the bar a little wider than shoulder width. Fire up the lats by drawing the shoulders down away from the ears. Keep the belly tight. Make sure that you start all the way at the bottom and either get the chin over or pull the chest all the way up at the top! If you choose to use a band, stay in control and avoid the bounce out of the bottom.
CUSTOMIZATIONS
TRX/Ring Row
Inverted Row
Single Arm Bent Over Row (8 Right / 8 Left)
Banded Pull Ups
400M RUN
You're working with 2:00-2:30. Shorten the distance as needed to fit the time window. If unable to run due to space or weather purposes - 2 min double/single unders, low step ups, or toe taps to a low target.
CUSTOMIZATIONS
2 minutes of:
Double/Single Unders
Low Step Ups
Toe Taps to a Low Target
BARBELL POWER SNATCH
The bar will start on the ground. Heels are roughly shoulder hip width apart. Grip is wide and arms are long and straight. Hinge forward at the hip and bend the knees slightly. Chest up and higher than hips. Back flat.
Drive through the heels and lift the chest. Keep the arms straight as you stand. Pull the bar into the body. Rotate the torso upright once past the knees Stand up hard and fast. SHRUG the shoulders. Keep the bar close! Pull the elbows high and outside as the bar travels up the body. Rotate the bar and press out overhead FAST! At the same time pull yourself under slightly by reaching the butt back and bending the knees. Keep the heels down, chest up, belly tight, and knees out! Think PUNCH to lock out! Belly tight. Butt squeezed! Bar over the middle of the body. Stand fully to complete the rep.
CUSTOMIZATIONS
Go lighter
Hang Power Snatch
PROGRAM C
WARM UP
TOTAL BODY DUMBBELL WARM UP
PULL UP WARM UP
WORKOUT
Every 5 Minutes for 20 Minutes (4 Total Rounds)
16 Pull Ups
Bike 30 Cal (Men) / 22 Cal (Women)
- OR -
Row 36 Cal (Men) / 26 Cal (Women)
12 Double Dumbbell Snatches
*Can also use your barbell for this version!
Strict Pull Up Option: 8-10 Strict Pull Ups per Round
Suggested Weight
Men: 40# DBs
Women: 25# DBs
Extra Challenge Men/Women: Go Every 4 Minutes (5 Total Rounds)
Score: Slowest Round ONLY
Goal: 3:00-4:30
COACHES NOTES
If you get less than :45 to rest in the first round, consider customizing something as that rest is likely to shrink by a good amount by the 4th round and we want you to get at least :30 each time. Choose a variation on the pull ups that allows you to complete 16 reps in 1-3 sets the whole way. So, you should be able to do at least 5 at a time. The bike/row should be around the 2 minute range. If you need to reduce the calories, decide on your calorie target before you start rather than adjusting on the fly! Choose a load on the double dumbbell snatches that allows you to complete 12 reps in 1-3 sets each time. Make sure you take a moment to set up properly for each rep.
PULL UPS
You have the option of strict, kipping, butterfly pull ups, or choose one of the customizations below. Grip the bar a little wider than shoulder width. Fire up the lats by drawing the shoulders down away from the ears. Keep the belly tight. Make sure that you start all the way at the bottom and either get the chin over or pull the chest all the way up at the top! If you choose to use a band, stay in control and avoid the bounce out of the bottom.
CUSTOMIZATIONS
TRX/Ring Row
Inverted Row
Single Arm Bent Over Row (8 Right / 8 Left)
Banded Pull Ups
ROW/BIKE
You're working with 2:00-2:30. Reduce the calories as needed to fit the time window.
CUSTOMIZATIONS
Reduce calories
DOUBLE DUMBBELL SNATCH
Start with a wide stance, both dumbbells between the feet. Bend the knees slightly and hinge at the hips to grip the dumbbells. Keep the chest up, shoulders back, back flat, arms long and straight. Drive your heels into the floor, leading with the chest to stand up fast. Keep the back flat. Once past the knees you will almost jump. Shrug the shoulders and allow the momentum to bring the dumbbells up as you guide them in a partial swing, without allowing them to get too far away from you. Punch your fists to the sky. Finish with a press to lockout with the biceps by the ears and the belly tight.
When lowering the dumbbells DO NOT GET SLOPPY! Keep the heels down and keep the back flat. Lower under control back to the ground.
Only one head of each dumbbell must touch the ground at the bottom of every rep.
CUSTOMIZATIONS
Single Arm Alternating DB Snatches - Increase the reps to 18 (9 per arm)
Kettlebell Swings
Pull Ups
For managing the pressure of the core and pelvic floor during Early Pregnancy or later on in the Rebuilding stages of PP sub: strict pull ups or banded pull ups. To avoid any coning in the belly during 2nd/3rd Trimester or Rehab stage of PP, while hanging from the bar sub: Ring Rows, Bent Over Rows, Barbell Pull Ups Banded Lat Pull Downs, Banded Woodchop, Banded Lat Pull Downs, DB/KB Front Raises. Kipping Pull Ups should only be added back into the later stages of Rebuilding in PP once the rehab is complete and athlete shows proficiency in strict movements.
Run/Jog
To manage or avoid the added pressure to the pelvic floor that the impact from running can create, sub: Taps, Row, Bike, Farmer Carry, Sled Push/Drag, Quick Step Ups, High Knee Step Overs, Elevated 1 Legged Plank Rock.
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 scaling the distance that you run so that you can focus on your posture, breathing mechanics, and managing the pressure of your or and pelvic floor.
DB Snatch
You can always choose a lighter weight or go from the hang position. If you're not comfortable going over head right now or find that you are coning during the movement sub KB SWINGS.
KB Swing
If you notice any coning or pulling in the overhead position of the swing, sub shoulder height or eye level swings and focus on posture and breathing mechanics. If the shape of your body (preggo bellies!) is making the bottom position a little too tight for comfort, you can sub an Outside KB Swing or a Single Arm Swing.