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Machine Breaker - Crossfit Workout

For Time

30/38 Cal Row
30/38 Cal Ski
30/38 Cal Assault Bike
150 Double Unders

Every 2 min: 3 Burpee Pull-Ups / Bar Muscle-Ups

TC: 13

Workout Overview

“Machine Breaker” is a sprint-style workout across three monostructural machines—rowing, skiing, and biking—followed by a long set of double unders. Every two minutes, you’re interrupted by a gymnastic demand: either 3 burpee pull-ups or bar muscle-ups. This twist forces you to pace wisely and plan your breaks.

Execution and Focus

Start fast but controlled. Each machine should feel like a 75–80% effort—just under redline. Get through the double unders in large sets if possible, knowing you’ll be stopping every two minutes. The goal is to minimize disruption from the mandatory gymnastic sets while keeping your heart rate in check.

Strategy and Finish

Front-load your effort on the machines to stay ahead of the 2-minute mark and avoid breaking up your rhythm. For the burpee pull-ups/bar muscle-ups, stay composed—wasted reps here hurt. The real push comes at the end: aim to finish your final jump rope reps just before the buzzer, and go unbroken if you have anything left in the tank.

Machine Breaker - Crossfit Workout

For Time

30/38 Cal Row
30/38 Cal Ski
30/38 Cal Assault Bike
150 Double Unders

Every 2 min: 3 Burpee Pull-Ups / Bar Muscle-Ups

TC: 13

The Workout description

Workout Overview

“Machine Breaker” is a sprint-style workout across three monostructural machines—rowing, skiing, and biking—followed by a long set of double unders. Every two minutes, you’re interrupted by a gymnastic demand: either 3 burpee pull-ups or bar muscle-ups. This twist forces you to pace wisely and plan your breaks.

Execution and Focus

Start fast but controlled. Each machine should feel like a 75–80% effort—just under redline. Get through the double unders in large sets if possible, knowing you’ll be stopping every two minutes. The goal is to minimize disruption from the mandatory gymnastic sets while keeping your heart rate in check.

Strategy and Finish

Front-load your effort on the machines to stay ahead of the 2-minute mark and avoid breaking up your rhythm. For the burpee pull-ups/bar muscle-ups, stay composed—wasted reps here hurt. The real push comes at the end: aim to finish your final jump rope reps just before the buzzer, and go unbroken if you have anything left in the tank.

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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?

  • 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.

  • Assault Bike

    The Assault Bike is a fan-powered machine that delivers one of the most effective full-body conditioning challenges in fitness. Common in high-intensity assault bike workouts, it trains your legs, arms, and lungs all at once — and responds directly to how hard you push.

    In this workout, the Assault Bike is used to build power, stamina, and mental toughness. Whether you're sprinting for calories or holding a steady pace, the Assault Bike is perfect for intervals, finishers, or pure engine tests.

  • Ski Erg

    The SkiErg is a low-impact, high-intensity cardio machine that simulates double-pole skiing. It’s a favorite in many SkiErg workouts for building aerobic capacity, upper body endurance, and total-body coordination.

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  • burpee pull up

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