Workout of the day

Today’s workout adds a twist to a classic structure. We’re mixing in runs right between sets of thrusters and toes-to-bars to keep you pushing hard from start to finish. Let’s get moving!

The workout of the day consists of:

21-15-9 Thrusters (50% 1RM) 400m Run 21-15-9 Toes-to-Bar 400m Run 21-15-9 Thrusters (50% 1RM)

Scaling

  • Beginner: Thrusters at 30% 1RM or two light dumbbells, substitute hanging knee raises for toes-to-bar, reduce run to 200m
  • Intermediate: Thrusters at 40% 1RM or two moderate dumbbells, substitute hanging leg raises for toes-to-bar, reduce run to 300m

No equipment

  • For thrusters: use a heavy backpack or do jump squats
  • For running: do high knees in place or substitute with jumping jacks
  • For toes-to-bar: do V-ups or floor leg raises

Warmup

  • 5-minute light jog or jump rope
  • Dynamic stretching: arm circles, leg swings, torso twists
  • 2 rounds of 10 air squats, 10 push-ups, 10 sit-ups

Cooldown

  • 400m slow walk or light jog
  • Static stretching: hamstrings, quads, shoulders, and wrists
  • Foam roll or use a lacrosse ball if available