Workout of the day
The workout of the day consists of:
Strength Segment:
- 10 Push-Ups
- 15 Back Squats (132 lb / 60 kg for RX men, 88 lb / 40 kg for RX women)
- 20 Box Jumps (24 inches / 60 cm box)
- 2 minutes Plank Note: Perform 4 rounds for time.
Scaling
Scaling Options:
- Reduce the weight for Back Squats (use 95 lb / 43 kg for intermediate men, 65 lb / 30 kg for intermediate women)
- Step-Ups as a substitution for Box Jumps
- Knee Push-Ups or Incline Push-Ups for beginners
- Shorten Plank duration to 1 minute for beginners
No equipment
No Equipment Alternatives:
- For Back Squats, perform Air Squats or use a heavy backpack/dumbbell/kettlebell held in front
- Use a sturdy chair or steps for Step-Ups instead of Box Jumps
- Plank can be done without any equipment
Warmup
Warm-Up (10 minutes):
- Jogging or Jumping Jacks (3 minutes)
- Dynamic Stretches (Leg swings, arm circles) (3 minutes)
- Specific Warm-Up Sets for Back Squats (with progressively heavier weights) (4 minutes)
Cooldown
Cool-Down (10 minutes):
- Stretching (Hamstrings, quadriceps, shoulders, back) (5 minutes)
- Yoga Poses (Downward Dog, Child’s Pose) (3 minutes)
- Deep Breathing and Relaxation (2 minutes)