Workout Description
Metabolic Conditioning Prep:Power Clean Prep-review the Power Clean with a Barbell as:Dip Shrug—Muscle Clean—Hang Power Clean—Power CleanThen, perform:3×5 reps2×3 reps* Add load each round.* Go over working weight for the sets of 3 to feel a little overload stimulus before the workout.* Rest as needed between sets. Prep for the Workout-Bring weight back down to workout weight.1 x max-set Unbroken Double-unders (stop if you go past 70)1 x
10 Pull-ups (use workout modification)
Metabolic Conditioning:
AMRAP 16“Outcast”5 Power Cleans (185/135 lb.)8 Chest-to-bar Pull-ups
30 Double-undersScore- Rounds and Reps
Why This Workout Is Hard
The 16-minute AMRAP combines moderate-heavy power cleans (185/135) with chest-to-bar pull-ups and double-unders in continuous cycling. While individual loads aren't maximal, the relentless format with no built-in recovery, skill demands under fatigue (power cleans + CTB pull-ups), and grip/shoulder interference across all three movements create significant cumulative fatigue. Average athletes will complete 4-6 rounds but experience substantial intensity.
Training Focus
This workout develops the following fitness attributes:
- Stamina (8/10): High-rep pull-ups and double-unders repeated across multiple rounds test muscular endurance. Power cleans at moderate load accumulate fatigue over 16 minutes.
- Power (8/10): Power cleans are inherently explosive movements. Chest-to-bar pull-ups require explosive hip extension. Double-unders demand rapid ankle/calf power. High power emphasis throughout.
- Endurance (7/10): 16-minute AMRAP with continuous cycling of power cleans and pull-ups demands sustained cardiovascular output. Double-unders add aerobic demand, though not a pure cardio marathon.
- Speed (7/10): 16-minute AMRAP format demands quick movement cycling and minimal rest. Double-unders require rapid hand/wrist speed. Transitions between movements must be efficient.
- Strength (6/10): 185/135 lb power cleans represent moderate-to-heavy loads requiring significant force production. Strength prep with overload stimulus primes neuromuscular system before AMRAP.
- Flexibility (4/10): Power cleans demand shoulder mobility and hip flexibility. Pull-ups require shoulder range. Double-unders minimal mobility need. Overall moderate ROM demands.
Movements
- Power Clean
- Chest-to-Bar Pull-Up
- Double-Under
Modality Profile
Workout contains 2 unique movement types: Power Clean (Weightlifting) and Pull-ups/Double-unders (Gymnastics). Power Clean appears in prep and main workout. Pull-ups and Double-unders are bodyweight gymnastics movements. Even split between W and G modalities.