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AMRAP 10 min Beginner

Foundation Ten

None

10 minutes: 6 air squats, 5 incline or knee push-ups, 8 alternating reverse lunges, then repeat.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Steady full-body work with breathing controlled enough to keep moving.

Scale it

Use a higher push-up surface and reduce each movement to 4 reps.

EMOM 10 min Intermediate

Front Rack Clock

Dumbbell

10-minute EMOM, alternating: minute 1, 8 dumbbell front squats; minute 2, 8 dumbbell strict presses.

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Intended stimulus

Moderate-load strength endurance with at least 15 seconds left each minute.

Scale it

Use one dumbbell held goblet-style and perform 6 presses per arm.

For Time 10 min cap Advanced

Bell Sprint Ladder

Kettlebell

For time: 30-24-18-12 kettlebell swings to chest height, with 6 burpees after each set; 10-minute cap.

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Intended stimulus

A fast posterior-chain and burpee couplet that should finish near the cap.

Scale it

Use a lighter bell, step back on burpees, and perform 24-18-12-6 swings.

Rounds 10 min target Beginner

Core Control Five

None

5 controlled rounds: 20-second front plank, 6 bird dogs per side, 8 glute bridges; rest 20 seconds after each round.

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Intended stimulus

Low-impact trunk practice focused on position rather than speed.

Scale it

Hold the plank from the knees and perform 4 bird dogs per side.

Chipper 10 min cap Intermediate

Rope Reset

Jump rope

For time: 100 single-unders, 30 sit-ups, 20 alternating lunges, 10 push-ups, then 100 single-unders; 10-minute cap.

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Intended stimulus

A simple mixed-modal chipper with a quick rope finish under fatigue.

Scale it

Perform 60 line hops in place for each 100 single-unders and elevate the push-ups.

Interval 10 min Advanced

Rower Gears

Rower

10 rounds on the rower: 40 seconds hard, 20 seconds easy; record total meters.

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Intended stimulus

Repeatable hard efforts that challenge pacing without requiring an all-out start.

Scale it

Use 30 seconds moderate and 30 seconds easy each minute.

AMRAP 10 min Beginner

Single Bell Builder

Dumbbell

10 minutes: 6 dumbbell deadlifts, 6 goblet squats, 6 floor presses per side.

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Intended stimulus

Accessible strength practice with a smooth, unhurried cycle time.

Scale it

Use a lighter dumbbell and perform 4 reps of each movement.

EMOM 10 min Intermediate

Hinge and March

Kettlebell

10-minute EMOM, alternating: minute 1, 10 kettlebell deadlifts; minute 2, 30 seconds fast high-knee marching.

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Intended stimulus

Hinge strength alternates with simple cyclical conditioning.

Scale it

Perform 8 deadlifts and 20 seconds of marching.

For Time 10 min cap Advanced

Barbell Sixes

Barbell

For time, 5 rounds: 6 deadlifts, 6 hang power cleans, 6 front squats at a light technique load; 10-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Unbroken barbell cycling with clean mechanics is the priority.

Scale it

Use an empty bar and reduce to 4 reps of each movement.

Rounds 10 min target Beginner

Step-Up Rhythm

Box

5 rounds: 45 seconds alternating box step-ups, then 45 seconds easy walking and breathing.

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Intended stimulus

Low-impact aerobic work built around consistent step cadence.

Scale it

Use a lower stable step and work for 30 seconds each round.

Chipper 10 min cap Intermediate

Hang and Hollow

Pull-up bar

Complete: 4 sets of 20-second active hangs, 10 scapular pull-ups, and 20-second hollow holds; rest 30 seconds between sets.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Grip, shoulder, and trunk control accumulate without chasing fatigue.

Scale it

Use feet-assisted hangs, 6 scapular pull-ups, and bent-knee hollow holds.

Interval 10 min Advanced

Bike Surge Ten

Bike

5 rounds: 60 seconds hard on the bike, 60 seconds very easy; record total calories.

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Intended stimulus

Long surges create a high but repeatable cardiovascular demand.

Scale it

Ride 40 seconds moderate and 80 seconds easy per round.

AMRAP 10 min Beginner

Quiet Engine

None

10 minutes: 10 marching knee drives, 8 air squats, 6 alternating step-back lunges, 4 shoulder taps per side.

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Intended stimulus

Joint-friendly continuous movement builds confidence and general work capacity.

Scale it

Use chair-assisted squats and omit the shoulder taps if wrist loading is uncomfortable.

EMOM 10 min Intermediate

Rope Minute Mix

Jump rope

10-minute EMOM: 30 single-unders, then use the remaining time for easy breathing and rope reset.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Consistent rope mechanics matter more than accumulating extra repetitions.

Scale it

Perform 20 line hops or 20 simulated rope turns each minute.

For Time 10 min cap Advanced

Dumbbell Dash

Dumbbell

For time, 4 rounds: 10 alternating dumbbell snatches, 8 front-rack reverse lunges, 6 burpees over the dumbbell; 10-minute cap.

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Intended stimulus

Fast transitions and controlled unilateral loading drive a hard sprint.

Scale it

Use dumbbell hang cleans instead of snatches and step over after each burpee.

Rounds 10 min target Beginner

Goblet Positioning

Kettlebell

4 rounds: 8 goblet squats with a 2-second pause, 8 kettlebell deadlifts, then rest 45 seconds.

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Intended stimulus

Deliberate tempo reinforces squat depth and hinge position.

Scale it

Use a lighter bell and squat to a stable target.

Chipper 10 min cap Intermediate

Row and Brace

Rower

For time: row 250 m, 30 dead bugs, row 250 m, 20 sit-ups, row 250 m; 10-minute cap.

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Intended stimulus

Short rows broken by trunk work reward quick but composed transitions.

Scale it

Row 150 m each time and replace sit-ups with curl-ups.

Interval 10 min Advanced

Barbell Pace Line

Barbell

Every 2 minutes for 10 minutes, complete 5 deadlifts, 5 hang power cleans, and 5 push presses at a light load; rest the remainder.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Five crisp barbell bursts test cycling while preserving technical rest.

Scale it

Use an empty bar and complete 3 reps of each movement.

AMRAP 10 min Beginner

Box Circuit Ten

Box

10 minutes: 8 box step-ups, 6 incline push-ups on the box, 8 seated knee lifts.

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Intended stimulus

A stable box supports simple full-body conditioning at a sustainable pace.

Scale it

Use a lower step and perform 4 incline push-ups.

EMOM 10 min Intermediate

Pull and Press

Pull-up bar Dumbbell

10-minute EMOM, alternating: minute 1, 5 strict or band-assisted pull-ups; minute 2, 8 dumbbell floor presses.

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Intended stimulus

Balanced upper-body pulling and pressing with protected recovery time.

Scale it

Perform 5 feet-assisted pull-ups and 6 floor presses.

For Time 10 min cap Advanced

Vest Tenacity

Weighted vest

Wearing a 10-20 lb vest, complete 5 rounds: 12 air squats, 8 push-ups, 40 m brisk shuttle walk; 10-minute cap.

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Intended stimulus

Loaded bodyweight work creates a dense, short conditioning test.

Scale it

Remove the vest, elevate the push-ups, and walk 20 m.

Rounds 10 min target Beginner

Bike Base Blocks

Bike

5 rounds: 75 seconds easy-moderate cycling and 45 seconds relaxed cycling.

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Intended stimulus

Simple cadence changes introduce pacing without a maximal effort.

Scale it

Keep all 10 minutes at an easy conversational pace.

Chipper 10 min cap Intermediate

Bounce and Step

Jump rope Box

For time: 80 single-unders, 30 alternating box step-ups, 60 single-unders, 20 step-ups, 40 single-unders; 10-minute cap.

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Intended stimulus

Footwork and rhythm stay central while the legs gradually fatigue.

Scale it

Use line hops and a lower step, reducing each rope set by 20 reps.

Interval 10 min Advanced

Row-Bell Repeat

Rower Kettlebell

5 rounds: row 45 seconds hard, perform 8 kettlebell swings to chest height, then rest for the remainder of 2 minutes.

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Intended stimulus

Powerful rowing and hinging alternate in compact repeatable efforts.

Scale it

Row moderately for 35 seconds and perform 6 kettlebell deadlifts.

AMRAP 15 min Beginner

Fifteen Flow

None

15 minutes: 8 air squats, 6 incline push-ups, 10 alternating reverse lunges, 20 marching steps.

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Intended stimulus

Sustainable full-body movement should keep breathing elevated but controlled.

Scale it

Reduce the repetitions to 5, 4, 6, and 12 respectively.

EMOM 15 min Intermediate

Dumbbell Strength Trio

Dumbbell

15-minute EMOM: minute 1, 8 goblet squats; minute 2, 6 single-arm rows per side; minute 3, 8 floor presses.

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Intended stimulus

Three basic patterns build moderate-load strength endurance.

Scale it

Use one light dumbbell and perform 6 squats, 4 rows per side, and 6 presses.

For Time 15 min cap Advanced

Bell Climb

Kettlebell

For time: 10-12-14-16-18 kettlebell swings to chest height, with 8 goblet squats after each set; 15-minute cap.

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Intended stimulus

A rising hinge ladder rewards early restraint and efficient sets.

Scale it

Use a lighter bell and stop the ladder after the set of 16.

Rounds 15 min target Beginner

Balance and Brace

None

5 rounds: 6 slow split squats per side, 8 bird dogs per side, 20-second side plank per side; rest 30 seconds.

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Intended stimulus

Controlled unilateral and trunk work develops movement quality.

Scale it

Hold a support during split squats and plank from the knees.

Chipper 15 min cap Intermediate

Rope Core Chipper

Jump rope

For time: 150 single-unders, 40 sit-ups, 100 single-unders, 30 mountain climbers per side, 50 single-unders; 15-minute cap.

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Intended stimulus

Rope volume and trunk work create steady mixed conditioning.

Scale it

Use 100-70-40 line hops and replace sit-ups with dead bugs.

Interval 15 min Advanced

Row Threshold Repeats

Rower

5 rounds: row 2 minutes at a hard sustainable pace, then row 1 minute easy.

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Intended stimulus

Sustained hard rowing challenges pace discipline across equal work bouts.

Scale it

Use 90 seconds moderate and 90 seconds easy.

AMRAP 15 min Beginner

Dumbbell Daily Dozen

Dumbbell

15 minutes: 8 dumbbell deadlifts, 6 goblet squats, 6 supported rows per side, 8 glute bridges.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Basic strength patterns accumulate at an approachable pace.

Scale it

Use a lighter dumbbell and perform 5 of each loaded movement.

EMOM 15 min Intermediate

Bell Every Three

Kettlebell

15-minute EMOM: minute 1, 10 kettlebell swings; minute 2, 8 goblet reverse lunges total; minute 3, 30 seconds fast marching.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A hinge, unilateral leg, and aerobic rotation keeps output balanced.

Scale it

Replace swings with 8 deadlifts and perform 6 lunges.

For Time 15 min cap Advanced

Barbell Density Fifteen

Barbell

For time, 6 rounds: 5 deadlifts, 4 hang power cleans, 3 front squats at a moderate technique load; 15-minute cap.

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Intended stimulus

Small barbell sets allow steady strength-speed work without grinding.

Scale it

Use an empty bar and perform 4 deadlifts, 3 cleans, and 2 squats.

Rounds 15 min target Beginner

Box Aerobic Steps

Box

5 rounds: 2 minutes alternating box step-ups, then 1 minute easy walking.

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Intended stimulus

Long, low-impact intervals build a repeatable aerobic rhythm.

Scale it

Use a lower step and alternate 90 seconds of work with 90 seconds easy.

Chipper 15 min cap Intermediate

Pull-Up Skill Stack

Pull-up bar

Complete 5 rounds, resting 45 seconds between: 20-second active hang, 8 scapular pull-ups, 5 controlled negative pull-ups.

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Intended stimulus

Layered pulling drills build grip and strict-pull strength.

Scale it

Keep feet supported and perform 5 scapular pulls plus 3 slow negatives.

Interval 15 min Advanced

Bike Power Fives

Bike

5 rounds: 30 seconds very hard, 90 seconds easy, 30 seconds hard, 30 seconds easy.

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Intended stimulus

Two surges per round train power recovery without a single exhaustive sprint.

Scale it

Keep the 15-minute clock: use moderate efforts for both 30-second surges and easy cycling for the 90- and 30-second recoveries. Reduce resistance or pace further as needed.

AMRAP 15 min Beginner

Crawl and Squat

None

15 minutes: 8 air squats, 10 m bear crawl or elevated bear march, 8 alternating lunges, 20-second plank.

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Intended stimulus

Ground movement and leg work create broad, equipment-free capacity.

Scale it

Use a standing cross-crawl and plank from the knees.

EMOM 15 min Intermediate

Rope Cadence Practice

Jump rope

15-minute EMOM: minute 1, 35 single-unders; minute 2, 20 seconds side-to-side line hops; minute 3, 30 seconds easy rope practice.

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Intended stimulus

Varied footwork develops relaxed rope rhythm under mild fatigue.

Scale it

Use simulated rope turns and reduce each working period by 10 seconds.

For Time 15 min cap Advanced

Dumbbell Fast Fifteen

Dumbbell

For time, 5 rounds: 12 alternating dumbbell snatches, 10 goblet squats, 8 hand-release push-ups; 15-minute cap.

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Intended stimulus

Moderate dumbbell cycling and push-ups create a sustained fast effort.

Scale it

Use hang cleans, 8 squats, and elevated push-ups.

Rounds 15 min target Beginner

Kettlebell Control Circuit

Kettlebell

5 rounds: 8 kettlebell deadlifts, 6 goblet squats, 6 suitcase marches per side; rest 45 seconds.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Slow loaded basics reinforce bracing and lower-body strength.

Scale it

Use a light bell and shorten the march to 4 steps per side.

Chipper 15 min cap Intermediate

Rowing Pyramid

Rower

Row 200-300-400-300-200 m, completing 10 controlled sit-ups after each segment; 15-minute cap.

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Intended stimulus

A compact distance pyramid tests transitions and pace consistency.

Scale it

Row 150-200-300-200-150 m and use dead bugs.

Interval 15 min Advanced

Push-Press Pulse

Barbell

Every 90 seconds for 15 minutes, complete 5 barbell push presses and 5 front squats at a light load; rest the remainder.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Ten short barbell efforts create muscular conditioning with frequent rest.

Scale it

Use an empty bar and perform 3 reps of each movement.

AMRAP 15 min Beginner

Box and Floor

Box

15 minutes: 10 alternating step-ups, 6 incline push-ups, 8 seated knee raises, 20 seconds easy walking.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A supported circuit offers continuous work without jumping.

Scale it

Use a lower step and reduce each movement to 6, 4, and 6 reps.

EMOM 15 min Intermediate

Upper Body Rotation

Pull-up bar Dumbbell

15-minute EMOM: minute 1, 5 strict or assisted pull-ups; minute 2, 8 dumbbell strict presses; minute 3, 8 dumbbell rows per side.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Pulling and pressing volume builds evenly across three stations.

Scale it

Use feet-assisted pull-ups and 5 light reps for each dumbbell movement.

For Time 15 min cap Advanced

Vest Shuttle Ladder

Weighted vest

Wearing a 10-20 lb vest, complete 10-8-6-4-2 push-ups and 20-16-12-8-4 air squats, with a 40 m brisk shuttle after each round; 15-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Descending loaded calisthenics reward steady movement and clean positions.

Scale it

Remove the vest, elevate push-ups, and halve each shuttle distance.

Rounds 15 min target Beginner

Bike Conversation Blocks

Bike

5 rounds: 2 minutes easy-moderate cycling, then 1 minute very easy.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Repeatable aerobic blocks develop cadence awareness.

Scale it

Ride all 15 minutes at an easy pace and lower resistance as needed.

Chipper 15 min cap Intermediate

Step and Skip Ladder

Jump rope Box

For time: 120 single-unders, 40 box step-ups, 90 single-unders, 30 step-ups, 60 single-unders, 20 step-ups; 15-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Coordination and leg stamina accumulate through descending sets.

Scale it

Use line hops, a lower step, and sets of 80-60-40 hops.

Interval 15 min Advanced

Bell-Row Waves

Rower Kettlebell

5 rounds: row 60 seconds hard, perform 10 kettlebell swings to chest height, then rest for the remainder of 3 minutes.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Longer recovery supports powerful mixed-modal efforts across five waves.

Scale it

Row 45 seconds moderately and perform 8 kettlebell deadlifts.

AMRAP 20 min Beginner

Twenty-Minute Base

None

20 minutes: 10 air squats, 8 incline push-ups, 12 alternating reverse lunges, 30 seconds brisk marching.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Simple bodyweight movements build sustainable full-body capacity.

Scale it

Use chair squats, a higher push-up surface, and 8 lunges total.

EMOM 20 min Intermediate

Four-Minute Dumbbell Cycle

Dumbbell

20-minute EMOM: minute 1, 8 goblet squats; minute 2, 8 Romanian deadlifts; minute 3, 6 floor presses per side; minute 4, rest.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Moderate strength volume accumulates while the planned rest protects quality.

Scale it

Perform 6, 6, and 4 reps with a lighter dumbbell.

For Time 20 min cap Advanced

Kettlebell Mileposts

Kettlebell

For time, 8 rounds: 12 kettlebell swings to chest height, 8 goblet squats, 6 burpees; 20-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A repeatable triplet tests hinge endurance and disciplined transitions.

Scale it

Use 8 deadlifts, 6 squats, and 4 step-back burpees.

Rounds 20 min target Beginner

Mobility Strength Rounds

None

5 rounds: 8 tempo air squats, 6 split squats per side, 8 bird dogs per side, 20-second side plank per side; rest 45 seconds.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Unhurried movement builds control through legs, hips, shoulders, and trunk.

Scale it

Use chair-supported squats and side planks from the knees.

Chipper 20 min cap Intermediate

Rope and Trunk Trail

Jump rope

For time: 200 single-unders, 50 sit-ups, 150 single-unders, 40 alternating lunges, 100 single-unders, 30 push-ups; 20-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A long rope-and-bodyweight sequence rewards relaxed pacing.

Scale it

Use line hops, curl-ups, elevated push-ups, and 120-90-60 hops.

Interval 20 min Advanced

Rowing Four Hundreds

Rower

5 rounds: row 400 m at a hard sustainable pace, then rest until the next 4-minute mark.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Equal-start intervals make pace decay visible and demand restraint.

Scale it

Row 250 m each round and keep at least 60 seconds of rest.

AMRAP 20 min Beginner

Dumbbell Movement Bank

Dumbbell

20 minutes: 8 dumbbell deadlifts, 6 goblet squats, 6 supported rows per side, 6 floor presses per side.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Foundational loaded patterns accumulate without rushed repetitions.

Scale it

Use a lighter dumbbell and perform 5 reps of each movement.

EMOM 20 min Intermediate

Kettlebell Rotation

Kettlebell

20-minute EMOM: minute 1, 12 swings; minute 2, 8 goblet squats; minute 3, 8 suitcase reverse lunges total; minute 4, 30 seconds fast marching.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Four distinct minutes spread fatigue and keep the session moving.

Scale it

Replace swings with 10 deadlifts and reduce the lunges to 6.

For Time 20 min cap Advanced

Barbell Stepdown

Barbell

For time: 10-8-6-4-2 deadlifts, hang power cleans, front squats, and push presses at a light load; 20-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Descending barbell volume tests crisp cycling across four movement patterns.

Scale it

Use an empty bar and perform 8-6-4-2 of each movement.

Rounds 20 min target Beginner

Step-Up Endurance

Box

5 rounds: 3 minutes steady alternating box step-ups, then 1 minute easy walking.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Long work blocks build leg stamina at a controllable intensity.

Scale it

Use a lower step and work for 2 minutes followed by 2 minutes easy.

Chipper 20 min cap Intermediate

Strict Pull Builder

Pull-up bar

Complete 6 rounds, resting 60 seconds between: 20-second active hang, 6 scapular pull-ups, 4 slow negative pull-ups, 20-second hollow hold.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Quality pulling positions build grip, scapular control, and strict strength.

Scale it

Keep feet supported and perform 4 scapular pulls plus 2 negatives.

Interval 20 min Advanced

Bike Two-One

Bike

6 rounds: 2 minutes hard, 1 minute easy, then finish with 2 minutes easy cycling.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Hard aerobic repeats expose pacing errors while allowing partial recovery.

Scale it

Use 90 seconds moderate and 90 seconds easy for the first six rounds.

AMRAP 20 min Beginner

Bodyweight Loop

None

20 minutes: 8 step-back burpees, 12 air squats, 10 glute bridges, 6 shoulder taps per side.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A broad bodyweight loop challenges stamina without complex skills.

Scale it

Use elevated burpees, chair squats, and 4 shoulder taps per side.

EMOM 20 min Intermediate

Rope Skill Rotation

Jump rope

20-minute EMOM: minute 1, 40 single-unders; minute 2, 25 seconds boxer-step practice; minute 3, 20 side-to-side hops; minute 4, rest.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Frequent low-volume practice builds rhythm while preserving the calves.

Scale it

Use simulated rope turns and reduce each work target by one-third.

For Time 20 min cap Advanced

Dumbbell Twenty Test

Dumbbell

For time, 6 rounds: 14 alternating dumbbell snatches, 10 front-rack lunges, 8 burpees over the dumbbell; 20-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Unilateral cycling and burpees create a demanding sustained effort.

Scale it

Use hang cleans, 8 lunges, and step-over burpees.

Rounds 20 min target Beginner

Bell Basics Five

Kettlebell

5 rounds: 10 kettlebell deadlifts, 8 goblet squats, 6 suitcase rows per side, then rest 60 seconds.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A full-body kettlebell circuit emphasizes posture and repeatable sets.

Scale it

Use a light bell and perform 6 deadlifts, 6 squats, and 4 rows.

Chipper 20 min cap Intermediate

Long Row Chipper

Rower

For time: row 500 m, 40 sit-ups, row 750 m, 30 air squats, row 500 m, 20 push-ups; 20-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Rowing volume anchors a straightforward full-body endurance test.

Scale it

Row 300-500-300 m and use curl-ups plus elevated push-ups.

Interval 20 min Advanced

Barbell Technique Waves

Barbell

Every 2 minutes for 20 minutes, complete 4 hang power cleans, 4 front squats, and 4 push presses at a light technique load.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Ten compact waves challenge cycling consistency without using maximal weight.

Scale it

Use an empty bar and perform 3 reps of each movement.

AMRAP 20 min Beginner

Box Support Circuit

Box

20 minutes: 10 box step-ups, 8 incline push-ups, 10 seated knee lifts, 8 box-supported split squats total.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A single stable box supports continuous accessible conditioning.

Scale it

Use a lower box and reduce each movement to 6 reps.

EMOM 20 min Intermediate

Pull-Press Four

Pull-up bar Dumbbell

20-minute EMOM: minute 1, 5 assisted or strict pull-ups; minute 2, 8 dumbbell floor presses; minute 3, 8 rows per side; minute 4, rest.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A planned rest minute keeps balanced upper-body work technically sound.

Scale it

Use feet-assisted pulls and 5 light reps for presses and rows.

For Time 20 min cap Advanced

Vest Bodyweight Descent

Weighted vest

Wearing a 10-20 lb vest, complete 5 rounds of 20-16-12-8-4 air squats by round, 10 push-ups each round, and a 60 m brisk shuttle; 20-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Loaded leg volume descends while upper-body and shuttle work stay constant.

Scale it

Remove the vest, elevate push-ups, and walk 30 m per round.

Rounds 20 min target Beginner

Bike Endurance Quarters

Bike

5 rounds: 3 minutes easy-moderate cycling, then 1 minute very easy.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Even aerobic quarters train sustainable cadence and breathing.

Scale it

Keep resistance low and ride all 20 minutes conversationally.

Chipper 20 min cap Intermediate

Rope-Box Cascade

Jump rope Box

For time: 150 single-unders and 50 step-ups, then 120 and 40, then 90 and 30; 20-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Descending rope and step volume challenges coordination under leg fatigue.

Scale it

Use line hops, a lower step, and sets of 100/70/40 plus 30/20/10 step-ups.

Interval 20 min Advanced

Row Bell Fours

Rower Kettlebell

5 rounds: row 90 seconds hard, perform 12 kettlebell swings and 8 goblet squats, then rest for the remainder of 4 minutes.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Long mixed efforts demand powerful output followed by deliberate recovery.

Scale it

Row 60 seconds moderately and perform 8 deadlifts plus 6 squats.

AMRAP 30 min Beginner

Thirty-Minute Foundation

None

30 minutes: 10 air squats, 8 incline push-ups, 12 alternating reverse lunges, 20 marching knee drives, 30 seconds easy walking.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A long accessible circuit develops general endurance through sustainable movement.

Scale it

Use chair squats, a higher push-up surface, and 8 lunges total.

EMOM 30 min Intermediate

Dumbbell Five-Minute Cycle

Dumbbell

30-minute EMOM: minute 1, 8 goblet squats; minute 2, 8 Romanian deadlifts; minute 3, 6 rows per side; minute 4, 6 floor presses per side; minute 5, rest.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Six rotations build full-body strength endurance with regular recovery.

Scale it

Use a lighter dumbbell and perform 5 reps of each loaded movement.

For Time 30 min cap Advanced

Kettlebell Thirty

Kettlebell

For time, 10 rounds: 15 kettlebell swings to chest height, 10 goblet squats, 5 burpees; 30-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

High repeatability and conservative early pacing determine success.

Scale it

Use 10 deadlifts, 8 squats, and 4 step-back burpees.

Rounds 30 min target Beginner

Control Session Six

None

6 rounds: 8 tempo squats, 6 supported split squats per side, 8 bird dogs per side, 20-second front plank, then rest 60 seconds.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A low-speed session builds movement control and trunk endurance.

Scale it

Use chair squats, shorten the split-squat range, and plank from the knees.

Chipper 30 min cap Intermediate

Rope Bodyweight Journey

Jump rope

For time: 300 single-unders, 60 alternating lunges, 200 single-unders, 40 sit-ups, 100 single-unders, 20 push-ups; 30-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Large manageable sets test rope efficiency and bodyweight stamina.

Scale it

Use line hops, curl-ups, elevated push-ups, and 180-120-60 hops.

Interval 30 min Advanced

Row Three-Two

Rower

6 rounds: row 3 minutes at a hard sustainable pace, then 2 minutes easy.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Long threshold repeats reward even splits and controlled starts.

Scale it

Row 2 minutes moderate and 3 minutes easy each round.

AMRAP 30 min Beginner

Dumbbell Strength Cruise

Dumbbell

30 minutes: 8 dumbbell deadlifts, 6 goblet squats, 6 supported rows per side, 6 floor presses per side, 30 seconds rest.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Patient rounds accumulate useful strength volume without urgency.

Scale it

Use a light dumbbell and perform 5 reps of each movement.

EMOM 30 min Intermediate

Bell Five-Station Clock

Kettlebell

30-minute EMOM: minute 1, 12 swings; minute 2, 8 goblet squats; minute 3, 8 reverse lunges total; minute 4, 8 suitcase rows total; minute 5, 30 seconds brisk marching.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Six rotations distribute full-body fatigue across simple stations.

Scale it

Replace swings with 10 deadlifts and use 6 reps at the other stations.

For Time 30 min cap Advanced

Barbell Long Descent

Barbell

For time: 12-10-8-6-4-2 deadlifts, hang power cleans, front squats, and push presses at a light load; 30-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A long descending complex tests strength endurance and technical discipline.

Scale it

Use an empty bar and begin at 8 reps.

Rounds 30 min target Beginner

Step-Up Aerobic Six

Box

6 rounds: 4 minutes steady alternating box step-ups, then 1 minute easy walking.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Sustained low-impact work develops leg and aerobic endurance.

Scale it

Use a lower step and alternate 3 minutes of work with 2 minutes easy.

Chipper 30 min cap Intermediate

Pull-Up Practice Thirty

Pull-up bar

Complete 8 rounds, resting 75 seconds between: 20-second active hang, 6 scapular pull-ups, 4 controlled negatives, and 20-second hollow hold.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Repeated quality sets develop strict-pull prerequisites without rushing.

Scale it

Use feet support, 4 scapular pulls, 2 negatives, and a bent-knee hold.

Interval 30 min Advanced

Bike Threshold Six

Bike

6 rounds: 3 minutes hard, 2 minutes easy; keep hard-round calories within 10 percent.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Repeatable threshold work trains pacing and resistance control.

Scale it

Ride 2 minutes moderate and 3 minutes easy each round.

AMRAP 30 min Beginner

Groundwork Thirty

None

30 minutes: 8 elevated step-back burpees, 12 air squats, 10 glute bridges, 8 dead bugs per side, 30 seconds walking.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Accessible ground and standing work creates steady full-body stamina.

Scale it

Use chair squats and reduce each floor movement to 6 reps.

EMOM 30 min Intermediate

Rope Five-Minute Rotation

Jump rope

30-minute EMOM: minute 1, 45 single-unders; minute 2, 30 seconds boxer-step practice; minute 3, 25 side hops; minute 4, 30 seconds easy rope; minute 5, rest.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Frequent varied practice builds efficient rope mechanics without excessive impact.

Scale it

Use simulated turns and reduce each active target by one-third.

For Time 30 min cap Advanced

Dumbbell Eight-Round Drive

Dumbbell

For time, 8 rounds: 12 alternating dumbbell snatches, 10 front-rack lunges, 8 burpees over the dumbbell; 30-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A long unilateral triplet requires measured sets and consistent transitions.

Scale it

Use hang cleans, 8 lunges, and step-over burpees.

Rounds 30 min target Beginner

Kettlebell Strength Six

Kettlebell

6 rounds: 10 kettlebell deadlifts, 8 goblet squats, 6 suitcase rows per side, 20-second suitcase hold per side; rest 60 seconds.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Simple loaded work builds legs, back, grip, and bracing.

Scale it

Use a light bell and reduce the rows to 4 per side.

Chipper 30 min cap Intermediate

Rowing Mixed Chipper

Rower

For time: row 750 m, 50 air squats, row 1,000 m, 40 sit-ups, row 750 m, 30 push-ups; 30-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Substantial rowing segments frame a straightforward muscular-endurance test.

Scale it

Row 500-750-500 m and use curl-ups plus elevated push-ups.

Interval 30 min Advanced

Barbell Three-Minute Waves

Barbell

Every 3 minutes for 30 minutes, complete 5 deadlifts, 5 hang power cleans, 5 front squats, and 5 push presses at a light load.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Ten repeatable complexes combine barbell conditioning with protected rest.

Scale it

Use an empty bar and perform 3 reps of each movement.

AMRAP 30 min Beginner

Box Circuit Cruise

Box

30 minutes: 12 box step-ups, 8 incline push-ups, 10 seated knee lifts, 8 box-supported split squats total, then walk 30 seconds.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A stable-box circuit allows continuous low-skill conditioning.

Scale it

Use a lower step and reduce all movements to 6 reps.

EMOM 30 min Intermediate

Upper Strength Six

Pull-up bar Dumbbell

30-minute EMOM: minute 1, 5 strict or assisted pull-ups; minute 2, 8 floor presses; minute 3, 8 rows per side; minute 4, 8 strict presses; minute 5, rest.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Six cycles balance upper-body pulling and pressing volume.

Scale it

Use feet-assisted pulls and 5 light reps for each dumbbell movement.

For Time 30 min cap Advanced

Vest Thirty Descent

Weighted vest

Wearing a 10-20 lb vest, complete 10 rounds: 12 air squats, 8 push-ups, and a 60 m brisk shuttle; 30-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Loaded calisthenics and walking accumulate into a durable conditioning test.

Scale it

Remove the vest, elevate push-ups, and walk 30 m.

Rounds 30 min target Beginner

Bike Base Six

Bike

6 rounds: 4 minutes easy-moderate cycling, then 1 minute very easy.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Long even blocks build an aerobic base without maximal effort.

Scale it

Ride continuously at a conversational pace with low resistance.

Chipper 30 min cap Intermediate

Rope and Box Journey

Jump rope Box

For time: 200 single-unders and 60 step-ups, then 160 and 50, then 120 and 40, then 80 and 30; 30-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Long descending sets challenge footwork and leg endurance.

Scale it

Use line hops, a lower step, and reduce every set by one-third.

Interval 30 min Advanced

Row-Bell Threshold

Rower Kettlebell

6 rounds: row 2 minutes hard, perform 12 kettlebell swings and 8 goblet squats, then rest for the remainder of 5 minutes.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Long mixed efforts reward controlled rowing and unbroken kettlebell mechanics.

Scale it

Row 90 seconds moderately and perform 8 deadlifts plus 6 squats.

AMRAP 40 min Beginner

Long Foundation Loop

None

40 minutes: 10 air squats, 8 incline push-ups, 12 alternating reverse lunges, 20 marching knee drives, then walk easily for 60 seconds.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A patient bodyweight loop builds durable general work capacity.

Scale it

Use chair squats, a higher push-up surface, and 8 lunges total.

EMOM 40 min Intermediate

Dumbbell Eight-Round Clock

Dumbbell

40-minute EMOM: minute 1, 8 goblet squats; minute 2, 8 Romanian deadlifts; minute 3, 6 rows per side; minute 4, 6 floor presses per side; minute 5, rest.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Eight rotations create substantial strength endurance with planned recovery.

Scale it

Use a lighter dumbbell and perform 5 reps of each loaded movement.

For Time 40 min cap Advanced

Kettlebell Forty Test

Kettlebell

For time, 12 rounds: 15 kettlebell swings to chest height, 10 goblet squats, 5 burpees; 40-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A long repeatable triplet demands disciplined pace and grip management.

Scale it

Use 10 deadlifts, 8 squats, and 4 step-back burpees.

Rounds 45 min target Beginner

Movement Quality Ten

None

10 rounds: 8 tempo air squats, 6 supported split squats per side, 8 bird dogs per side, 20-second side plank per side; rest 60 seconds.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Extended low-speed practice builds control and trunk endurance.

Scale it

Use chair squats, shorten split-squat depth, and plank from the knees.

Chipper 45 min cap Intermediate

Rope Endurance Chipper

Jump rope

For time: 400 single-unders, 80 alternating lunges, 300 single-unders, 60 sit-ups, 200 single-unders, 40 push-ups, 100 single-unders; 45-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Large descending rope sets create a long test of rhythm and muscular stamina.

Scale it

Use line hops, curl-ups, elevated push-ups, and halve all repetitions.

Interval 40 min Advanced

Rowing Threshold Eight

Rower

8 rounds: row 3 minutes hard, then 2 minutes easy; keep hard-round meters within 10 percent.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Forty minutes of structured rowing rewards precise sustainable pacing.

Scale it

Row 2 minutes moderate and 3 minutes easy each round.

AMRAP 40 min Beginner

Dumbbell Long Haul

Dumbbell

40 minutes: 8 dumbbell deadlifts, 6 goblet squats, 6 supported rows per side, 6 floor presses per side, then rest 60 seconds.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Deliberate rounds accumulate full-body strength volume without urgency.

Scale it

Use a light dumbbell and perform 5 reps of each movement.

EMOM 40 min Intermediate

Bell Eight-Station Cycles

Kettlebell

40-minute EMOM: minute 1, 12 swings; minute 2, 8 goblet squats; minute 3, 8 reverse lunges total; minute 4, 8 suitcase rows total; minute 5, rest.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Eight balanced rotations spread hinge, leg, pull, and grip demands.

Scale it

Replace swings with 10 deadlifts and use 6 reps at the other stations.

For Time 45 min cap Advanced

Barbell Endurance Descent

Barbell

For time: 15-12-9-6-3 deadlifts, hang power cleans, front squats, and push presses at a light load, then repeat 9-6-3; 45-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Extended light-bar cycling tests strength endurance while technique remains the limiter.

Scale it

Use an empty bar, omit the repeat, and begin at 9 reps.

Rounds 40 min target Beginner

Step-Up Long Course

Box

8 rounds: 4 minutes steady alternating box step-ups, then 1 minute easy walking.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Long low-impact intervals build substantial leg and aerobic endurance.

Scale it

Use a lower step and alternate 3 minutes work with 2 minutes easy.

Chipper 45 min cap Intermediate

Strict Pull Workshop

Pull-up bar

Complete 10 rounds, resting 90 seconds between: 20-second active hang, 6 scapular pull-ups, 4 controlled negatives, 20-second hollow hold.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A high-quality practice session develops grip and strict-pull prerequisites.

Scale it

Keep feet supported, perform 4 scapular pulls and 2 negatives, and use a bent-knee hold.

Interval 40 min Advanced

Bike Threshold Eight

Bike

8 rounds: 3 minutes hard, then 2 minutes easy; hold hard-round calories within 10 percent.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Long threshold volume tests sustainable power and honest pacing.

Scale it

Ride 2 minutes moderate and 3 minutes easy each round.

AMRAP 40 min Beginner

Bodyweight Endurance Trail

None

40 minutes: 8 elevated step-back burpees, 12 air squats, 10 glute bridges, 8 dead bugs per side, then walk 60 seconds.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A varied low-skill circuit develops durable full-body stamina.

Scale it

Use chair squats and reduce each floor movement to 6 reps.

EMOM 40 min Intermediate

Rope Skill Eight

Jump rope

40-minute EMOM: minute 1, 45 single-unders; minute 2, 30 seconds boxer-step practice; minute 3, 25 side hops; minute 4, 30 seconds easy rope; minute 5, rest.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Eight rotations provide high-volume rope practice while managing impact.

Scale it

Use simulated turns and reduce active targets by one-third.

For Time 45 min cap Advanced

Dumbbell Distance

Dumbbell

For time, 12 rounds: 12 alternating dumbbell snatches, 10 front-rack lunges, 8 burpees over the dumbbell; 45-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Long unilateral cycling demands measured transitions and consistent mechanics.

Scale it

Use hang cleans, 8 lunges, and step-over burpees.

Rounds 45 min target Beginner

Kettlebell Strength Ten

Kettlebell

10 rounds: 10 kettlebell deadlifts, 8 goblet squats, 6 suitcase rows per side, 20-second suitcase hold per side; rest 60 seconds.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Extended basic strength work develops legs, back, grip, and bracing.

Scale it

Use a light bell and reduce the rows to 4 per side.

Chipper 45 min cap Intermediate

Rowing Endurance Chipper

Rower

For time: row 1,000 m, 80 air squats, row 1,500 m, 60 sit-ups, row 1,000 m, 40 push-ups; 45-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Long rowing segments and simple bodyweight work create a broad endurance test.

Scale it

Row 600-1,000-600 m and use curl-ups plus elevated push-ups.

Interval 40 min Advanced

Barbell Ten Waves

Barbell

Every 4 minutes for 40 minutes, complete 6 deadlifts, 5 hang power cleans, 4 front squats, and 3 push presses at a light load.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Ten repeatable barbell waves reward technical consistency and conservative loading.

Scale it

Use an empty bar and perform 4, 3, 3, and 2 reps.

AMRAP 40 min Beginner

Box Endurance Circuit

Box

40 minutes: 12 box step-ups, 8 incline push-ups, 10 seated knee lifts, 8 box-supported split squats total, then walk 60 seconds.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A stable-box circuit creates long accessible conditioning without jumping.

Scale it

Use a lower step and reduce all movements to 6 reps.

EMOM 40 min Intermediate

Upper Strength Eight

Pull-up bar Dumbbell

40-minute EMOM: minute 1, 5 strict or assisted pull-ups; minute 2, 8 floor presses; minute 3, 8 rows per side; minute 4, 8 strict presses; minute 5, rest.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Eight cycles build balanced upper-body strength endurance.

Scale it

Use feet-assisted pulls and 5 light reps for each dumbbell movement.

For Time 45 min cap Advanced

Vest Endurance Circuit

Weighted vest

Wearing a 10-20 lb vest, complete 12 rounds: 12 air squats, 8 push-ups, and a 100 m brisk shuttle walk; 45-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Loaded calisthenics and brisk walking create a durable grinding effort.

Scale it

Remove the vest, elevate push-ups, and walk 50 m per round.

Rounds 40 min target Beginner

Bike Base Eight

Bike

8 rounds: 4 minutes easy-moderate cycling, then 1 minute very easy.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Forty minutes of controlled cycling builds aerobic durability.

Scale it

Keep resistance low and ride continuously at a conversational pace.

Chipper 45 min cap Intermediate

Rope-Box Long Course

Jump rope Box

For time: 250 single-unders and 70 step-ups, then 200 and 60, then 150 and 50, then 100 and 40; 45-minute cap.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Large descending sets challenge coordination and leg endurance over time.

Scale it

Use line hops, a lower step, and reduce every set by half.

Interval 40 min Advanced

Row-Bell Long Waves

Rower Kettlebell

8 rounds: row 2 minutes hard, perform 12 kettlebell swings and 8 goblet squats, then rest for the remainder of 5 minutes.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Eight mixed threshold efforts demand sustainable rowing and crisp kettlebell mechanics.

Scale it

Row 90 seconds moderately and perform 8 deadlifts plus 6 squats.

AMRAP 20 min Intermediate

Partner Engine Relay

Rower Box

20-minute partner AMRAP: Partner A rows 250 m while Partner B completes 10 box step-ups; switch when the row is finished. Continue alternating roles for 20 minutes.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Fast machine work alternates with controlled leg work so both partners stay engaged with limited standing around.

Scale it

Scale the row to 200 m and use a lower box. Keep each work interval near 60-90 seconds.

For Time 20 min target Intermediate

You-Go-I-Go Dumbbell Chipper

Dumbbell

With one pair of dumbbells, complete 10 rounds as a team: 10 dumbbell deadlifts, 8 front-rack reverse lunges, 6 push presses. One partner completes a full round while the other rests; alternate rounds.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Short work bouts and forced rest let each athlete push a repeatable pace while sharing one implement.

Scale it

Use one dumbbell, reduce each movement by 2 reps, or stop at 8 total rounds.

AMRAP 20 min Beginner

Partner Bodyweight 20

None

20-minute partner AMRAP: 20 air squats, 16 alternating reverse lunges, 12 push-ups, 8 burpees. Split repetitions between partners however you choose; only one partner works at a time.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Simple bodyweight movements create steady shared work with easy rep partitioning and minimal setup.

Scale it

Use incline push-ups and step-back burpees. Reduce each movement by 25 percent if rounds stall.

Ladder 18 min Intermediate

Kettlebell Partner Ladder

Kettlebell

18-minute partner ladder: 2-4-6-8 and so on kettlebell swings plus goblet squats. Partner A completes one rung, then Partner B completes the same rung before both advance.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Alternating complete rungs balances hinge and squat fatigue while creating predictable recovery.

Scale it

Use kettlebell deadlifts instead of swings or cap the ladder at a repeatable rung and cycle it.

Interval 16 min Advanced

Partner Bike and Burpee Switch

Bike

8 rounds as a team: Partner A bikes hard for 45 seconds while Partner B performs controlled burpees; switch roles for 45 seconds, then rest 30 seconds together.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Short synchronized work windows train hard cyclical output while the burpee station keeps both athletes active.

Scale it

Bike moderately and use step-back burpees. Shorten work intervals to 30 seconds if output falls sharply.

Rounds 20 min target Intermediate

Partner Pull and Squat

Pull-up bar

20-minute partner session: 5 pull-ups, 10 push-ups, 15 air squats per round. One partner completes a round while the other rests; alternate full rounds.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Classic bodyweight pulling, pressing and squatting with built-in recovery for consistent round quality.

Scale it

Use ring rows or jumping pull-ups and incline push-ups. Reduce to 3-6-9 reps as needed.

Rounds 25 min target Intermediate

Dumbbell Partner Carryover

Dumbbell

5 partner rounds: Partner A performs 10 dumbbell Romanian deadlifts and 10 goblet squats while Partner B holds a suitcase carry or static suitcase hold; switch, then rest 45 seconds.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Loaded hinge and squat work combines with trunk-demanding partner holds without requiring two full equipment sets.

Scale it

Use lighter dumbbells, reduce to 8 reps, or replace the carry with an unloaded side plank.

Interval 15 min Beginner

Partner Sprint Relay

None

15 minutes: Partner A works for 45 seconds on fast air squats and mountain climbers while Partner B rests; switch for 45 seconds. Rest 30 seconds together after both partners work.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Simple alternating intervals make pacing obvious and keep the session accessible without equipment.

Scale it

Use marching mountain climbers and controlled squats. Work 30 seconds per partner if needed.

AMRAP 24 min Advanced

Partner Kettlebell and Row

Rower Kettlebell

24-minute partner AMRAP: 300 m row, 12 kettlebell swings, 8 goblet squats. Split work freely, but only one partner works at a time.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Moderate-length shared rounds blend cyclical conditioning with hinge and squat endurance.

Scale it

Row 200 m, use kettlebell deadlifts, and reduce squats to 6 reps.

EMOM 15 min Advanced

Partner Dumbbell Complex

Dumbbell

15-minute partner EMOM: minute 1 Partner A performs 6 dumbbell hang cleans plus 6 push presses; minute 2 Partner B repeats; minute 3 both rest. Repeat for 5 cycles.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Alternating loaded complexes create high-quality work with substantial recovery and simple pacing.

Scale it

Use one dumbbell or reduce to 4 cleans and 4 presses. Choose a load that leaves time to recover each minute.

For Time 30 min target Intermediate

Partner Long Chipper

Box Dumbbell

As a team complete 100 box step-ups, 80 dumbbell deadlifts, 60 alternating dumbbell lunges, 40 push-ups and 20 burpees. Split repetitions freely; one partner works at a time.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

A longer shared chipper rewards smart rep division and steady transitions instead of early sprinting.

Scale it

Reduce total reps by 25 percent, use a lower box, and perform incline push-ups or step-back burpees.

Rounds 12 min target Beginner

Partner No-Equipment Relay

None

12-minute relay: Partner A completes 8 air squats, 6 sit-ups and 4 step-back burpees, then tags Partner B. Alternate complete rounds until time expires.

See stimulus, scaling, and gear

Intended stimulus

Very simple movements and short rounds make this an accessible partner workout with natural rest.

Scale it

Reduce to 6 squats, 4 sit-ups and 2 burpees, or substitute a brisk 20-second march for burpees.

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Pick a realistic duration

The listed time is the working portion. Add enough time to warm up, prepare equipment, rehearse movements, and cool down.

Scale before you start

Choose loads and movement variations that preserve the intended pace. Scaling is successful when it keeps the training effect intact.

Repeat useful workouts

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