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DB Spiral - Crossfit Workout

AMRAP 13

3-5-7-9-11-13…
DB Snatch Intermediate: @17,5/25 | RX: @20/30
DB Hang Clean
DB Shoulder to overhead
DB Box step overs

Workout Overview

“DB Spiral” is a 13-minute AMRAP that cycles through four dumbbell movements with ascending reps: 3-5-7-9-11-13, and beyond. You’ll move through single-arm DB snatches, hang cleans, shoulder-to-overhead reps, and finish each round with DB box step overs. Each round increases in total volume, testing your stamina, grip, and coordination under building fatigue.

Execution and Focus

The early rounds should be fast and clean. Use efficient technique on the snatch, then move into smooth DB hang cleans—either alternating or cycling one arm at a time. Shoulder to overhead can be push press or push jerk depending on fatigue level. Finish each round with deliberate box step overs, controlling pace and transitions. As reps increase, maintain form and manage breathing to stay consistent.

Strategy and Finish

This workout is won by pacing and transition efficiency. Don’t rush the early rounds—build a rhythm. As the rep counts climb, break up movements if needed, but minimize rest. Grip will be tested most by the cleans and step overs—so shake out when needed and push when you’ve got energy. Log your score as total reps completed. Stay steady and stay moving.


DB Spiral - Crossfit Workout

AMRAP 13

3-5-7-9-11-13…
DB Snatch Intermediate: @17,5/25 | RX: @20/30
DB Hang Clean
DB Shoulder to overhead
DB Box step overs

The Workout description

Workout Overview

“DB Spiral” is a 13-minute AMRAP that cycles through four dumbbell movements with ascending reps: 3-5-7-9-11-13, and beyond. You’ll move through single-arm DB snatches, hang cleans, shoulder-to-overhead reps, and finish each round with DB box step overs. Each round increases in total volume, testing your stamina, grip, and coordination under building fatigue.

Execution and Focus

The early rounds should be fast and clean. Use efficient technique on the snatch, then move into smooth DB hang cleans—either alternating or cycling one arm at a time. Shoulder to overhead can be push press or push jerk depending on fatigue level. Finish each round with deliberate box step overs, controlling pace and transitions. As reps increase, maintain form and manage breathing to stay consistent.

Strategy and Finish

This workout is won by pacing and transition efficiency. Don’t rush the early rounds—build a rhythm. As the rep counts climb, break up movements if needed, but minimize rest. Grip will be tested most by the cleans and step overs—so shake out when needed and push when you’ve got energy. Log your score as total reps completed. Stay steady and stay moving.


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What is an "AMRAP" workout?

An AMRAP workout — short for "As Many Rounds (or Reps) As Possible" — is a popular format in CrossFit workouts and functional fitness training. In an AMRAP CrossFit workout, you’re given a set amount of time (e.g., 10, 12, or 20 minutes) to complete as many rounds or repetitions as possible of a specific set of exercises.

This training style is known for being simple, scalable, and highly effective. Whether you're performing a bodyweight circuit or combining barbell and cardio movements, an AMRAP workout pushes your limits and helps build endurance, strength, and mental toughness.

Why Choose an AMRAP CrossFit Workout?

  • Time-efficient: Great for busy schedules — you know exactly how long the workout takes.

  • Self-paced intensity: Go as hard as you can or focus on movement quality depending on your goal.

  • Easy to scale: Modify weights, reps, or movements to fit your fitness level.

  • Motivating structure: The challenge to beat your previous round count adds a competitive edge.

Whether you're training at home or at your CrossFit box, an AMRAP workout is a fun and functional way to boost your fitness, track your progress, and build resilience. Explore our library of AMRAP CrossFit workouts and get inspired to move!

What kind of exercises are in this workout?

  • dumbbell snatch

    The dumbbell snatch is a powerful, full-body movement that builds explosiveness, coordination, and core strength. Commonly used in CrossFit, a dumbbell snatch workout challenges both strength and endurance while training one side of the body at a time.

    In this workout, dumbbell snatches help increase intensity, improve unilateral balance, and add variety to your training. Whether you're a beginner or advanced athlete, the dumbbell snatch workout format can be easily scaled and is highly effective for total-body conditioning.

  • dumbbell box step over 

    Dumbbell box step-overs are a unilateral lower-body movement performed by stepping over a box while holding dumbbells—either at the sides or in a front rack. In dumbbell box step over workouts, this exercise builds strength, coordination, and controlled movement under load.

    In this workout, dumbbell box step-overs target the glutes, quads, and core while reinforcing posture and balance. The elevated step demands stability and leg drive, making this a functional choice for developing lower-body strength and improving real-world movement capacity.

  • dumbbell hang clean

    The dumbbell hang clean is a powerful, full-body movement that develops hip drive, coordination, and upper-body strength. Starting from the hang position (above the knees), it’s a staple in many dumbbell hang clean workouts for building explosiveness and control.

    In this workout, dumbbell hang cleans challenge your grip, timing, and balance, while training each side of the body independently. Whether performed single-arm or with two dumbbells, the dumbbell hang clean is a versatile addition to any strength or conditioning session.

  • dumbbell shoulder to overhead

    Dumbbell shoulder to overhead refers to any movement that takes the dumbbells from the shoulders to full lockout overhead—such as a strict press, push press, or push jerk. A staple in dumbbell shoulder to overhead workouts, this movement builds upper-body strength and stability under load.

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