Strength Cycle: Cycle 1 – Week 5
Strength/Skill
E3M15M
5 Back Squat @ 80%
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10-20 Band Anti-Extension Dead Bugs
*Lay with your head toward the rig, fighting to stay in a hollow body position”
WOD
6 Rounds
8 Thrusters – L: 75/55; S: 105/75
8 Burpees (S: Over Bar)
*The thruster should be unbroken every round. The key is getting yourself to pick up that barbell again right after the burpees. This will be fast.
-rest 2min, then optional extra credit:
5 Rounds
Sprint 200m
Rest 30sec
Cooldown
30sec Runner’s Stretch
30sec Scorpion Hold
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