Tuesday 03.19.13

A. Five rounds for time (5 RFT):
5 Muscle-ups
5 Handstand push up (HSPU)
5 Forward rolls

B. (Travel WOD) 10 rounds of:
Run hard for one minute, rest for one minute


Post time or distance covered to comments.


Coach's Notes. 
Reminder -- posting two WODs. WOD A is the primary, B gives options for those on the road for break. If you are feeling froggy, this combo makes a great "Two for Tuesday."

WOD A.  Movement and scaling notes:
  • Muscle-ups -- Standard sub of 3:1 pullups/dips for muscle-ups.  If you're almost there, use bands or do jumping muscle-ups.  Work that transition...that's what is likely holding you back. Post WOD, do some more skill work...see the progression video below for ideas.
  • HSPU -- Sub piked HSPU off a box for full HSPU, do negative reps, or wall walk-ups.  Preference is an option that works full range of motion.
  • Forward rolls -- on the ground, not the rings. Use the mats, focus on a smooth, controlled tuck and roll with enough momentum to pop right back to standing.
WOD B.  Warm up well before diving into running interval work.  Shoot for hard, consistent output on each round.  Use a track or run "down and backs" covering the same ground to help yourself out.


Training Videos.
  • "Muscle Up Progression" - from CF Estero.  
  • "Efficiency Tips: Muscle-ups" - with Chris Spealler.  Just one of many tutorials out there, search "crossfit mucsle up"on youtube for a ton more.
  • "Forward Roll Progression" - with gymnastics guru Carl Paoli.  He demos a smooth transition from a handstand position.  Don't be afraid to crouch and roll a little more deliberately.