Swing Set Circuit - Crossfit Workout

For Time

12 KB Thrusters – Intermediate: @16/24 | RX: @20/28
12 cal Row
20 Double Unders
20 Single Crossovers
2 Rope Climbs
12 Burpee Over Rower

The Workout description

Workout Overview

“Swing Set Circuit” is a single-round chipper that challenges coordination, grip, and engine all in under one intense dose. The workout kicks off with kettlebell thrusters—unilateral loading that fires up the legs, shoulders, and lungs—before hitting a fast 12-cal row. From there, jump rope coordination gets tested with a combo of double unders and single crossovers. Just when your grip starts to fade, you’re hit with two rope climbs. The final sting? Burpees over the rower, where fatigue meets footwork.

Execution and Focus

Break the thrusters only if absolutely needed—drive hard from the legs and let the KBs float. The row should be a strong push but not a sprint—keep your cadence smooth and consistent. For the jump rope, keep wrists relaxed and recover breathing between styles. On rope climbs, efficiency matters: use a strong lock-in, minimize pulls, and drive with your legs. The final 12 burpees over the rower are all about composure and tempo—stay moving.

Strategy and Finish

This is a mid-length burner. Treat the opening thrusters as the primer, not the peak. Conserve enough to move smoothly through the rope and rope climbs. When you hit the final burpees, dig in. Push to keep moving and stay tight through transitions. This one hits fast, so commit early and close strong.

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What is a "for time" workout?

A for time workout is a classic CrossFit format where the goal is to complete a set list of exercises as fast as possible. Your time becomes your score, making each for time CrossFit workout a race against the clock — and yourself.

In a typical for time workout, you'll perform a fixed number of reps or rounds of movements (e.g., squats, push-ups, burpees, or barbell lifts) and finish them as quickly as you can while maintaining good form. This format pushes you to work hard, manage fatigue, and develop both conditioning and mental toughness.

Why Try a "For Time" CrossFit Workout?

  • Builds intensity and urgency into your training

  • Encourages better pacing, efficiency, and recovery awareness

  • Easy to track progress over time — beat your previous score!

  • Works well for individual or group competition-style workouts

Whether you're doing a short sprint or a long chipper, the for time CrossFit workout format is a powerful way to test your limits and stay motivated in your training.

What kind of exercises are in this workout?

  • kettlebell thrusters

    The kettlebell thruster is a compound movement that combines a front squat with an overhead press, using one or two kettlebells. In kettlebell thruster workouts, this explosive, full-body exercise builds strength, endurance, and coordination in a single fluid motion.

    In this workout, kettlebell thrusters target the quads, glutes, shoulders, and core while reinforcing balance and midline control. The dynamic transition from squat to press makes this movement ideal for conditioning pieces, high-rep strength sets, or kettlebell complexes.

  • single crossover

    The single crossover is a jump rope variation where the athlete crosses their arms during each jump, one rep at a time. In single crossover workouts, this skill adds variety, timing, and shoulder coordination to classic jump rope conditioning.

    In this workout, single crossovers build rhythm, footwork, and upper-body agility. They’re a fun and scalable step up from single unders, helping athletes improve timing and rope control in a cardio-focused setting.

  • Row Erg

    Rowing is a low-impact, full-body movement that builds cardiovascular endurance, leg drive, and pulling strength. It’s a staple in many CrossFit workouts because it trains both aerobic capacity and muscular coordination.

    In this rowing workout, each effort helps develop power output, pacing control, and total-body stamina — all while being easy on the joints. Whether you're sprinting for calories or pacing for meters, rowing is one of the most effective tools for conditioning.

  • Double under

    The double under is a jump rope skill where the rope passes under your feet twice per jump, building coordination, speed, and cardiovascular endurance. It’s a popular movement in high-intensity double under workouts, often used to spike heart rate and improve timing under fatigue.

    In this workout, double unders challenge your footwork, rhythm, and breathing, making them a key tool for improving overall conditioning. Whether you're linking sets or working on consistency, double unders are a fast-paced way to level up your engine.

  • rope climb

    The rope climb is a classic functional fitness movement that develops upper body pulling strength, grip endurance, and core control. Frequently featured in rope climb workouts, it challenges both technique and toughness.

    In this workout, rope climbs train your lats, arms, and abs, while demanding coordination and efficient footwork. Whether performed legless or with a J-hook, the rope climb builds confidence and capacity in gymnastics-style pulling.

  • burpee over rower

    The burpee over rower adds an explosive, lateral jump to the classic burpee—boosting intensity, coordination, and agility. Common in high-energy burpee over rower workouts, this movement spikes your heart rate and challenges footwork, especially in fast transitions.

    In this workout, burpees over the rower push your conditioning and mental grit, while testing movement efficiency under fatigue. Whether part of an AMRAP, for time, or interval session, the burpee over rower is a simple yet brutal finisher.

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