MURPH

Run 1 mile
100 Sit-ups
200 Push-ups
300 Air Squats
Run 1 mile

Scoring

Time to complete the workout

Scaling

Use the modifications suggested above. For movement scalings, see below:

Run: Row 2 k on either end.

Pull-ups: Scale to bands, jumping or ring rows.

Push-ups: Scale to hands elevated or kneeling.

Air squats: Use a target under your booty.

High pulls: Scale reps as needed.

Sit-ups: Scale reps as needed.

WOD Goal

Most of you are probably a little deconditioned, and the volume of this workout could do some damage, so how to scale is obviously the first thing to decide on. Here are some options:

Time cap prior to the run: If you haven’t completed the air squats before 40 minutes, you need to start your last run regardless.

Time cap the whole workout to something you feel is appropriate. 35-40 min.

Reduced rep versions (Smurph): 50 Pull-ups/100 Push-ups/150 Squats and 800 m runs either end.

Or, lastly:

400 m Run
10 Pull-ups/SA high pull/sit-ups
15 Push-ups
20 Air squats
5 Rounds

Whatever you choose, be smart and remember the reason for the workout. Honoring our heroes/service people doesn’t mean we need to try to be a hero. Rather consider modifying it appropriately for yourselves.

Finding a scale/modification that is challenging but allows everyone to keep ticking away at a consistent pace for the full workout is what this workout is about. If you are performing sets of 2-3 from the start, then the movement is too hard and you should adjust according

The first run usually ends up being a little quicker than most people anticipate given the excitement and feelings around this workout. Try to be a little conservative here so you have something left for the second mile.

The majority of you will finish around 45-50 minutes with appropriate scalings. Athletes doing it rx’d for the first time in a while may take up to an hour. We will allow 45 minutes but will leave the time capping up to you.

Mobility and Maintenance:

Choose 1-2 Thoracic Mobility Drills from Kelly Starrett’s Mobility WOD and spend 5-10 minutes with them.

Choose 1-2 Upper Extremity Mobility Drills from Kelly Starrett’s Mobility WOD and spend 5-10 minutes with them.

Choose 2-3 Lower Extremity Mobility Drills from Kelly Starrett’s Mobility WOD and spend 10-12 minutes with them.

Nutrition Preparation:

Ensure that you have quality foods prepared in the appropriate quantities to fuel your efforts for the remainder of the week.

Mental Restoration: Different for everyone – could be quiet time, prayer or meditation or could be gathering with friends; the key is to engage in activities that make your life full and help you recharge your batteries.