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EAM - Crossfit Workout

For Time - 1 Round

Buy-In 1,918 meter Row; Then 15 Power Snatches - @70/155 lbs, 4 Ring Muscle-Ups, 301 Box Step-Overs - @50 cm, 4 Bar Muscle-Ups, 3 Legless Rope Climbs - @4.5 m; Buy-Out 1,952 meter Row; Wear a Weight Vest - @9/14 lbs.

Execution and Focus

EAM is a benchmark workout that combines a variety of challenging movements, designed for both efficiency and endurance. The structure begins with a buy-in of a 1,918-meter row, followed by an intense series that includes 15 power snatches, 4 ring muscle-ups, 301 box step-overs, 4 bar muscle-ups, and 3 legless rope climbs. After completing these elements, athletes finish with a buy-out row of 1,952 meters while wearing a weight vest. This combination tests not only physical strength and skill but also mental resilience, making it a fitting tribute for Memorial and holiday workouts.

Strategy and Finish

To conquer the EAM workout, athletes should start the rowing segments at a moderate pace to avoid early fatigue. Focus on breaking up the power snatches if necessary, aiming to maintain form over speed. The ring and bar muscle-ups demand careful technique, so pacing them smartly can conserve energy. Use the box step-overs to find a rhythm and maintain a steady heart rate. In the final row, push your limits, reminding yourself of the workout's tribute nature, making each stroke count. With an emphasis on strategy, EAM serves as both a physical challenge and a meaningful commemoration.


The "EAM" - Crossfit Memorial, Tribute & Holiday Workout

the WOD

For Time - 1 Round

Buy-In 1,918 meter Row; Then 15 Power Snatches - @70/155 lbs, 4 Ring Muscle-Ups, 301 Box Step-Overs - @50 cm, 4 Bar Muscle-Ups, 3 Legless Rope Climbs - @4.5 m; Buy-Out 1,952 meter Row; Wear a Weight Vest - @9/14 lbs.

how to plan the "EAM" workout?

Execution and Focus

EAM is a benchmark workout that combines a variety of challenging movements, designed for both efficiency and endurance. The structure begins with a buy-in of a 1,918-meter row, followed by an intense series that includes 15 power snatches, 4 ring muscle-ups, 301 box step-overs, 4 bar muscle-ups, and 3 legless rope climbs. After completing these elements, athletes finish with a buy-out row of 1,952 meters while wearing a weight vest. This combination tests not only physical strength and skill but also mental resilience, making it a fitting tribute for Memorial and holiday workouts.

Strategy and Finish

To conquer the EAM workout, athletes should start the rowing segments at a moderate pace to avoid early fatigue. Focus on breaking up the power snatches if necessary, aiming to maintain form over speed. The ring and bar muscle-ups demand careful technique, so pacing them smartly can conserve energy. Use the box step-overs to find a rhythm and maintain a steady heart rate. In the final row, push your limits, reminding yourself of the workout's tribute nature, making each stroke count. With an emphasis on strategy, EAM serves as both a physical challenge and a meaningful commemoration.


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How do you perform the EAM workout

Learn how to crush this workout

Start your workout with a buy-in of a 1,918-meter row to get your heart rate up and warm your muscles. Focus on maintaining a steady pace throughout the row, using your legs and core effectively.

Next, transition to 15 power snatches using a weight that challenges you but allows for good form. Ensure you engage your hips and maintain a strong grip on the barbell.

Follow with 4 ring muscle-ups, focusing on strength and control during the transition. Then, complete 301 box step-overs, emphasizing full extension as you step onto the box.

Perform 4 bar muscle-ups with a powerful pull and fluid movement, and finish with 3 legless rope climbs, utilizing your upper body strength. Conclude your workout with a buy-out of a 1,952-meter row, maintaining your endurance throughout.

Make sure to wear a weight vest to increase the intensity and challenge your strength and endurance throughout the workout.

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How do you scale the workout

The wod "EAM" can be done by everyone

To scale the EAM workout, adjust the rowing distance to 1,000 meters or aim for a 3-minute cap for the buy-in and buy-out rows. For the Power Snatches, reduce the weight to 35–50 lbs or use a lighter kettlebell to ensure proper form and completion of all reps.

For the Ring Muscle-Ups, substitute with bodyweight ring rows or jumping muscle-ups to maintain intensity without compromising safety.

Modify the Box Step-Overs to a lower box, around 12–18 inches, or reduce the total to 150 repetitions. If Bar Muscle-Ups are too challenging, perform banded muscle-ups or pull-ups instead. Finally, consider scaling the Legless Rope Climbs to just pull-ups or a modified rope climb with feet on the ground.

How do you score the WOD

See if you beat your friends in the wod "EAM"

Your score for the EAM workout is calculated by adding the total number of completed reps from the workout. The workout consists of a 1,918 meter row followed by various movements, including 15 Power Snatches, 4 Ring Muscle-Ups, 301 Box Step-Overs, 4 Bar Muscle-Ups, and 3 Legless Rope Climbs, concluding with a final 1,952 meter row.

You need to count every rep of each exercise after the row buy-in and before the buy-out. Add your score for any additional reps performed after completing a full round. For instance, if you finish 1 round plus 10 Power Snatches, your total score will be 1 round (equal to 1,000 reps, as per the benchmark scoring) plus 10 reps, leading to a final score of 1,010.

Don’t forget to include the weight vest in your performance, as it’s a critical component of this benchmark workout, challenging your strength and endurance.

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What are the tips and strategy to use

Here is how to gain an edge in the "EAM"

Begin the EAM workout with a steady pace on the row; avoid going too hard at the start. Aim to complete the buy-in row efficiently, as it sets the tone for the rest of the workout. Focus on maintaining proper form during Power Snatches, opting for lighter weights if necessary to preserve energy.

When transitioning to Ring Muscle-Ups, ensure your grip is secure and take your time. Breaking up the repetitions can help manage fatigue. During Box Step-Overs, maintain a consistent and manageable speed to prevent burnout.

For Legless Rope Climbs, practice effective technique to conserve energy. Finally, during the buy-out row, channel your remaining strength to finish strong, using the weight vest to increase the challenge significantly.

What is a good score for the EAM workout

Check out how you did in the "EAM"

For the EAM workout, a good score is measured in time, and the aim is to complete the entire circuit efficiently.

Intermediate athletes should aim for a time between 20 and 25 minutes to complete the workout.

Advanced athletes may finish in 15 to 19 minutes, showcasing strong endurance and skill.

Elite competitors should strive for a time under 15 minutes, demonstrating exceptional pacing, power, and muscular endurance.

A score below 30 minutes generally indicates a need for improvement in various aspects of fitness, including rowing efficiency and strength for the movements involved.

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What is the intended stimulus for the EAM workout

What part of your body is being challenged in the "EAM"

The benchmark workout EAM is intended to test the athlete's combination of endurance, strength, and skill under fatigue. The workout's structure promotes a high-intensity effort while balancing complex movements, encouraging athletes to optimize their pacing and efficiency.

The 1,918-meter row serves as an aerobic buy-in, priming the body for the subsequent power snatches and muscle-up variations, which challenge both strength and coordination. The box step-overs and legless rope climbs introduce functional movement patterns, emphasizing core stability and grip strength.

Finally, the weight vest adds an additional load, enhancing the difficulty and further simulating a competitive environment. Overall, EAM pushes athletes to develop resilience and adaptability through a demanding and varied workout experience.

What is the World record for the EAM workout

What is the fastest score for "EAM"

The world record for the EAM workout, which consists of a challenging buy-in and buy-out with various demanding movements, has not been officially confirmed. However, unofficial reports from the CrossFit community suggest that elite athletes complete this workout in approximately 25 to 30 minutes.

This time frame reflects not only the intensity of the exercises involved but also the strategic pacing required throughout the workout. Elite-level competitors must excel in strength and endurance to achieve such impressive times.

As with any high-level performance, variations in individual skill, fitness level, and prior experience can significantly influence finish times in the EAM workout.

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Who are we honoring with the Workout "EAM"

Why are we doing the "EAM" workout?

The workout EAM is designed to honor the memory of a remarkable individual whose impact was felt by many. This tribute celebrates their dedication, perseverance, and strength, qualities that resonate in the challenging movements incorporated in the workout. Each element reflects the spirit of overcoming adversity, pushing limits, and embracing community.

The specific numbers in the workout correspond to significant dates and milestones in their life, creating a meaningful connection for those participating. This workout serves as a reminder of their legacy and the inspiration they provided.

What kind of exercises are in the EAM The workout?

  • legless rope climb

    Legless rope climbs are a high-skill gymnastics movement where the athlete climbs a rope using only their arms. Featured in legless rope climb workouts, this drill tests upper-body pulling strength, grip endurance, and total-body tension.

    In this workout, legless rope climbs train the lats, biceps, forearms, and core while demanding mental grit and body awareness. They’re a benchmark of advanced pulling capacity and often used in competitive programming for athletes who need to express strength under fatigue.

  • double dumbbell push press

    The double dumbbell push press uses leg drive to press two dumbbells overhead in one powerful movement. Frequently programmed in double dumbbell push press workouts, it builds strength, endurance, and coordination across the shoulders, triceps, and legs.

    In this workout, double dumbbell push presses develop explosive overhead power while challenging midline stability and balance. The independent arm loading makes it ideal for addressing imbalances and reinforcing control during fast-paced functional training.

  • box step over

    Box step-overs are a functional unilateral movement where the athlete steps onto and over a box, challenging leg strength, balance, and coordination. In box step over workouts, this movement is often performed for volume, power, or endurance—loaded or bodyweight.

    In this workout, box step-overs target the quads, glutes, and hamstrings while training controlled transitions and lateral movement. The elevated step creates a full range of motion, making this an excellent choice for building lower-body resilience and athletic flow.

  • Ring Muscle-Ups

    The ring muscle-up is a high-skill gymnastic movement that combines a pull-up and a dip into one explosive, fluid transition from below to above the rings. A key feature in ring muscle up workouts, it’s a benchmark of upper-body strength, technique, and control.

    In this workout, ring muscle-ups build pulling power, pressing strength, and total-body coordination. The movement develops timing, grip, and midline tension while testing athleticism and grit. It’s an elite gymnastic skill and a rewarding challenge for any functional fitness athlete.

  • 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.

  • power snatch

    The power snatch is an Olympic-style lift that trains explosive strength, speed, and full-body coordination. Featured in many high-intensity power snatch workouts, it involves lifting a barbell from the ground to overhead in one powerful motion—catching it above parallel.

    In this workout, power snatches improve hip drive, shoulder stability, and barbell cycling efficiency. Whether performed light and fast or heavy and technical, the power snatch builds serious strength and athleticism.

  • bar muscle up

    The bar muscle-up is a high-skill gymnastics movement that combines a powerful pull-up with a dip, taking you from below the bar to above it in one fluid motion. A highlight of many bar muscle up workouts, it demands upper body strength, timing, and core control.

    In this workout, bar muscle-ups challenge your grip, pulling power, and technique—making them a true test of gymnastic capacity. Whether strict or kipping, the bar muscle-up is a milestone movement in CrossFit and functional fitness.

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