Workout Description

Metabolic Conditioning Prep:Deadlift Review, then work up to a heavy 2-rep max with:10-8-6-4-2-2-2Deadlifts* Rest as needed between sets. Prep for the Workout-With your working weight, perform:2 Deadlifts4 Over-unders2 Deadlifts Metabolic Conditioning: 10 min AMRAP1-2-3-4-5…Deadlifts 275/185 lb.RX, 315/205 CompOver-unders Score- Rounds and RepsProject Double-unders 10k Challenge # 4Flight Simulator- ( log in notes)5-10-15-20-25-30-35-40-45-50-45-40-35-30-25-20-15-10-5Unbroken Double-undersWith a running clock, perform 5 unbroken Double-unders. Stop. Perform 10 unbroken Double-unders. Stop. Perform 15 Double-unders, etc. Continue with this pattern, increasing by 5 until the set of 50 unbroken Double-unders, then go back down to 5.The pyramid rep scheme ascends from 5 to 50 (in increments of 5), then back down to 5. Each set must be unbroken. The Rope must stop moving before starting the next set. Rest as needed between sets. A failed Double-under (either because the Rope stops or because the Rope passes under the feet only once (Single-under)) counts as a broken set. If a set is broken, start again from the beginning of that set.Score is the time on the clock when the last set of unbroken Double-unders is completed.Scaling Options:Intermediate10-20-30-40-50-40-30-20-10Unbroken Double-undersBeginner10-20-30-40-50-40-30-20-10Unbroken Single-unders (attempt at least one Double-under per set)

Why This Workout Is Hard

This is a three-part workout with distinct challenges. The heavy deadlift work (up to 2RM) is manageable with rest. The 10-min AMRAP with 275/185 deadlifts is moderately taxing but achievable. However, the Flight Simulator—a 5-50-5 unbroken double-under pyramid—is the limiting factor. This demands significant skill consistency and mental toughness over extended duration. The combination of heavy barbell work followed by high-skill gymnastics creates cumulative fatigue across different energy systems, pushing average athletes to their limits.

Training Focus

This workout develops the following fitness attributes:

  • Stamina (8/10): High volume of deadlifts in AMRAP format and 450+ unbroken double-unders test muscular endurance severely. Grip, shoulders, and legs face sustained fatigue across multiple movement patterns.
  • Endurance (7/10): The 10-minute AMRAP deadlifts and extended double-under pyramid create sustained cardiovascular demand. The Flight Simulator's 450+ total double-unders demand significant aerobic capacity and breathing control throughout.
  • Strength (6/10): Heavy 2-rep max work and loaded AMRAP deadlifts at 275/185 lb demand significant strength. However, the metabolic conditioning component reduces pure strength emphasis compared to dedicated strength sessions.
  • Speed (6/10): AMRAP format demands fast cycling between deadlifts and over-unders. Flight Simulator requires quick transitions between sets with minimal rest. Pacing strategy critical for volume completion.
  • Power (5/10): Double-unders require explosive wrist and arm action. Deadlifts in AMRAP format demand some power, though fatigue reduces explosiveness. Mixed power and strength stimulus throughout.
  • Flexibility (3/10): Deadlifts require moderate hip and hamstring mobility. Double-unders demand basic shoulder and wrist mobility. Overall mobility demands are minimal compared to gymnastics-heavy workouts.

Movements

  • Single-Under
  • Deadlift
  • Bar-Facing Burpee
  • Double-Under

Modality Profile

Workout contains 2 unique movements: Deadlifts (Weightlifting) and Double-unders/Over-unders (Gymnastics). The deadlifts appear in multiple sections (review, prep, main AMRAP) but count as one movement. Double-unders and over-unders are jump rope variations (bodyweight coordination skills). This results in 50% Gymnastics and 50% Weightlifting.

Training Profile

AttributeScoreExplanation
Endurance7/10The 10-minute AMRAP deadlifts and extended double-under pyramid create sustained cardiovascular demand. The Flight Simulator's 450+ total double-unders demand significant aerobic capacity and breathing control throughout.
Stamina8/10High volume of deadlifts in AMRAP format and 450+ unbroken double-unders test muscular endurance severely. Grip, shoulders, and legs face sustained fatigue across multiple movement patterns.
Strength6/10Heavy 2-rep max work and loaded AMRAP deadlifts at 275/185 lb demand significant strength. However, the metabolic conditioning component reduces pure strength emphasis compared to dedicated strength sessions.
Flexibility3/10Deadlifts require moderate hip and hamstring mobility. Double-unders demand basic shoulder and wrist mobility. Overall mobility demands are minimal compared to gymnastics-heavy workouts.
Power5/10Double-unders require explosive wrist and arm action. Deadlifts in AMRAP format demand some power, though fatigue reduces explosiveness. Mixed power and strength stimulus throughout.
Speed6/10AMRAP format demands fast cycling between deadlifts and over-unders. Flight Simulator requires quick transitions between sets with minimal rest. Pacing strategy critical for volume completion.

Metabolic Conditioning Prep:Deadlift Review, then work up to a heavy 2-rep max with:10-8-6-4-2-2-2Deadlifts* Rest as needed between sets. Prep for the Workout-With your working weight, perform:2 Deadlifts4 Over-unders2 Deadlifts Metabolic Conditioning: 10 min AMRAP1-2-3-4-5…Deadlifts 275/185 lb.RX, 315/205 CompOver-unders Score- Rounds and RepsProject Double-unders 10k Challenge # 4Flight Simulator- ( log in notes)5-10-15-20-25-30-35-40-45-50-45-40-35-30-25-20-15-10-5Unbroken Double-undersWith a running clock, perform 5 unbroken Double-unders. Stop. Perform 10 unbroken Double-unders. Stop. Perform 15 Double-unders, etc. Continue with this pattern, increasing by 5 until the set of 50 unbroken Double-unders, then go back down to 5.The pyramid rep scheme ascends from 5 to 50 (in increments of 5), then back down to 5. Each set must be unbroken. The Rope must stop moving before starting the next set. Rest as needed between sets. A failed Double-under (either because the Rope stops or because the Rope passes under the feet only once (Single-under)) counts as a broken set. If a set is broken, start again from the beginning of that set.Score is the time on the clock when the last set of unbroken Double-unders is completed.Scaling Options:Intermediate10-20-30-40-50-40-30-20-10Unbroken Double-undersBeginner10-20-30-40-50-40-30-20-10Unbroken Single-unders (attempt at least one Double-under per set)

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