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WU:400m run

3 rounds 15 BSU 10 OHS w/ PVC 5 pushups

WOD:10 min AMRAP

6 HSPU

12 Front Squat (115/75)

18 Toe 2 Bar

2 min rest

21, 15, 9

Pullups, Ring dips

CrossFit U.S. Army Study

photo credit: CrossFit Barbarian Fitness

In May 2010, the U.S. Army published a 69-page study evaluating the CrossFit program and its effects on combat fitness. This document summarizes the findings of a comprehensive evaluation of 14 military athletes over an eight-week period.

The purpose of this study is to test the efficacy of the CrossFit fitness program and methodology to increase the physical fitness of U.S. Army soldiers. Over the past several years, the CrossFit fitness program has gained popularity among U.S. Army soldiers and leaders. In units across the U.S. Army, CrossFit is replacing or augmenting traditional physical-training methods. CrossFit’s growing popularity in the U.S. Army begs the question, “Is CrossFit an effective program and does it match the U.S. Army’s physical-training requirements?” READ MORE

This is a FREE download from the CrossFit Journal.