– WORKOUT OF THE DAY –
“CHAD”
IYKYK

We now have rucksacks AND Sandbags so you know what time is it.
Test your mental toughness today as we take on …
Herowod:
‘CHAD”

For Time:

1,000 Box Step-Ups (20 in)

Wear a Ruck Pack
Complete 1,000 Weighted Box Step-Ups as fast as possible (“For Time“).
Use a 20 inch Box and wear a Ruck Pack or sandbag that weighs 45/35 lb for men/women.

A Ruck is a weighted Backpack to simulate the gear carried during a hiking expedition.

Score is the time it takes to complete all 1,000 repetitions.

Tips and Strategy

When you go into this workout, know that your pace will be slow. You’ll break a lot, but long rests will result in feeling like the clock is moving backwards instead of forwards. Commit to short breaks (10-15 seconds) and then get back on the box.

Intended Stimulus

This memorial WOD should feel like one of the most mentally challenging workouts you’ll ever do. You’ll want to quit at least a few times. But when you make it to the finish line, you’ll feel both exhausted (physically and mentally) and extremely accomplished. And if you keep Chad Michael Wilkinson in your mind during all 1,000 reps, you’ll also feel like you’ve properly honored a fellow human being.

Scaling Options

This workout is meant to be grueling and long—an hour or more for most athletes.

Intermediate
For Time
500 Box Step-Ups (20 in)
Wear a Ruck Pack (25/15 lb)

Beginner
For Time
200 Box Step-Ups (20 in)
No Weighted Ruck