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WOD: AMRAP 18 Minutes
6 – 4 – 2
Bench Press (100/65kg)
3 – 2 – 1
Rope Climb
*Repeat the 6-4-2 and 3-2-1 sequence for the full 18 minutes

*Scoring: Every time you complete a set of 6-4-2/3-2-1 that will count as 1 round.

TARGET SCORE
Target Reps: 108+ reps (6+ Rounds)
Minimum Reps before Scaling: 72 (4 Rounds)

STIMULUS and GOALS
How to Pace: STEADY into GRIND! This upper body push/pull combo will have you climbing up and down the ladder for what feels like eternity. Pacing should be moderately-light while emphasizing rest during transitions to avoid muscle failure.

How it should Feel: MUSCULAR ENDURANCE! If you push the pace too early, you could find yourself staring at the rope or, worse, stuck underneath a barbell. Be smart, or it won’t end well.

WORKOUT STRATEGY & FLOW
Bench Press: Weight should be moderately heavy (under 80% of 1RM), where the majority of the sets could be completely unbroken. The 6s might be an area of concern down the line, so aim to break on those sooner rather than later.

Rope Climb: It’s not legless, so use your legs as much as possible to help save the upper body. Try to complete 1 climb every 12-20 seconds. Be smooth, work efficient foot placement, and have a confident slide down the rope each rep!

Friday Finisher

4 Sets:
10 Standing Tricep DB French Press @ RPE 7
10 Standing Barbell Curl @ RPE 7

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.