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Freddy’s Revenge - Crossfit Workout

5 Rounds for Time

5 Shoulder-to-Overheads – @ 185/135 lb (84/61 kg)
10 Burpees

Execution and Focus

Freddy's Revenge is a high-intensity workout designed to challenge both strength and endurance through its unique combination of movements. Consisting of 5 rounds for time, it includes 5 Shoulder-to-Overheads and 10 Burpees, making it a demanding test of fitness. The Shoulder-to-Overhead movement puts focus on shoulder strength and stability, while the Burpees serve to elevate the heart rate and enhance cardiovascular endurance. This workout not only honors its namesake but also provides a rigorous format suitable for all athletes looking to push their limits during the Memorial Tribute and Holiday Workouts.

Strategy and Finish

To maximize performance in Freddy's Revenge, begin at a moderate pace for the first few rounds, ensuring that you maintain form and energy. Each round is expected to take approximately 2-3 minutes, depending on your individual capabilities. Focus on completing the Shoulder-to-Overheads with efficient technique; consider breaking them into smaller sets if fatigue sets in. The Burpees should be done with minimal rest between reps to keep your heart rate high and momentum strong. Emphasize a powerful finish during the final round, where every second counts in the leaderboard for the Memorial Tribute and Holiday Workouts.


The "Freddy’s Revenge" - Crossfit Memorial, Tribute & Holiday Workout

the WOD

5 Rounds for Time

5 Shoulder-to-Overheads – @ 185/135 lb (84/61 kg)
10 Burpees

how to plan the "Freddy’s Revenge" workout?

Execution and Focus

Freddy's Revenge is a high-intensity workout designed to challenge both strength and endurance through its unique combination of movements. Consisting of 5 rounds for time, it includes 5 Shoulder-to-Overheads and 10 Burpees, making it a demanding test of fitness. The Shoulder-to-Overhead movement puts focus on shoulder strength and stability, while the Burpees serve to elevate the heart rate and enhance cardiovascular endurance. This workout not only honors its namesake but also provides a rigorous format suitable for all athletes looking to push their limits during the Memorial Tribute and Holiday Workouts.

Strategy and Finish

To maximize performance in Freddy's Revenge, begin at a moderate pace for the first few rounds, ensuring that you maintain form and energy. Each round is expected to take approximately 2-3 minutes, depending on your individual capabilities. Focus on completing the Shoulder-to-Overheads with efficient technique; consider breaking them into smaller sets if fatigue sets in. The Burpees should be done with minimal rest between reps to keep your heart rate high and momentum strong. Emphasize a powerful finish during the final round, where every second counts in the leaderboard for the Memorial Tribute and Holiday Workouts.


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How do you perform the Freddy’s Revenge workout

Learn how to crush this workout

To perform Freddy’s Revenge, begin with 5 rounds for time. Start with 5 shoulder-to-overheads, using a barbell or dumbbells. Ensure you engage your core and legs to facilitate the lift from your shoulders to overhead, maintaining a steady grip throughout.

Transition quickly into 10 burpees. Begin from a standing position, drop into a squat, kick your feet back into a plank, perform a push-up, and then return to the squat before jumping explosively into the air. Maintain consistent breathing and keep your movements fluid.

Focus on maintaining a steady pace while minimizing rest between movements to enhance your endurance and efficiency throughout the workout.

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How do you scale the workout

The wod "Freddy’s Revenge" can be done by everyone

To scale Freddy’s Revenge, begin by reducing the weight for the shoulder-to-overheads to a manageable level, ensuring you can maintain good form for all reps. Consider using a barbell weight of 35-45 lbs or a kettlebell weight of 12–16 kg.

For burpees, focus on breaking the movement into manageable sets, such as 5 burpees followed by a short rest if needed. Alternatively, modify burpees to a step-back version to decrease intensity.

Adjust the total time to 14-16 minutes if necessary, or decrease the rounds to 3 or 4 rounds, allowing room for recovery while maintaining workout efficacy.

How do you score the WOD

See if you beat your friends in the wod "Freddy’s Revenge"

To score your workout for Freddy's Revenge, you need to count the total number of rounds completed and any extra repetitions performed after your final full round. Each round consists of 5 Shoulder-to-Overheads and 10 Burpees.

For example, if you finish 4 full rounds and then complete 3 Shoulder-to-Overheads in your fifth round, your score would be 4 rounds + 3 reps = 23 total reps.

Make sure to keep track of the time taken to finish your workout as well, as this will help in comparing your performance against others or your past attempts.

Properly recording your score allows for effective progress tracking and helps you set goals for future workouts.

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What are the tips and strategy to use

Here is how to gain an edge in the "Freddy’s Revenge"

Begin with a steady pace — avoid going all out on the first round to conserve energy for the finish. Focus on your form during shoulder-to-overhead movements to maximize efficiency and minimize fatigue.

Optimize your burpee technique. Use a smooth motion to transition from the ground back to your feet to maintain momentum. Incorporate a rhythmic breathing pattern to help manage your heart rate.

Consider breaking the shoulder-to-overheads into smaller sets if necessary, especially if you feel your grip slipping. Always keep your core engaged to support your movements and prevent injury.

Lastly, maintain a quick transition between exercises to keep your overall time down, but be mindful not to rush and compromise your technique.

What is a good score for the Freddy’s Revenge workout

Check out how you did in the "Freddy’s Revenge"

Freddy’s Revenge is a challenging workout that tests both strength and endurance. For this workout, a good score is based on the time taken to complete the prescribed rounds.

Intermediate: 10–12 minutes. Advanced: 8–10 minutes. Elite: Under 8 minutes. Achieving a time under 10 minutes signifies good pacing and efficient transitions between movements.

To excel in this workout, focus on maintaining your form during the shoulder-to-overheads and minimizing rest during the burpees. Continuous effort will pay off in your final time.

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What is the intended stimulus for the Freddy’s Revenge workout

What part of your body is being challenged in the "Freddy’s Revenge"

Freddy’s Revenge is a benchmark workout aimed at testing overall athleticism and metabolic conditioning. The combination of shoulder-to-overheads and burpees demands both strength and stamina, making it a comprehensive challenge that targets multiple muscle groups.

The five rounds for time format encourages athletes to maintain a steady pace while managing fatigue. As the workout progresses, the intensity increases, testing the limits of muscular endurance and cardiovascular capacity.

Performing shoulder-to-overheads requires not only strength but also coordination and technique, while the burpees add an element of explosive movement that elevates the heart rate. Athletes will need to find a sustainable rhythm to successfully complete this rigorous benchmark.

What is the World record for the Freddy’s Revenge workout

What is the fastest score for "Freddy’s Revenge"

The world record for the workout titled Freddy’s Revenge, which consists of 5 rounds for time of 5 Shoulder-to-Overheads and 10 Burpees, is a challenging benchmark for athletes. Unofficial top times reported in the CrossFit community for elite athletes hover around the 3-minute mark for men and slightly above 4 minutes for women.

These exceptional scores require not only strength and endurance but also remarkable speed and efficiency in transitions between movements. Athletes must maintain a blistering pace while ensuring proper form to maximize their performance and minimize time lost.

Achieving competitive times in Freddy’s Revenge showcases an athlete's ability to push through fatigue and maintain high-level execution throughout the entire workout.

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Who are we honoring with the Workout "Freddy’s Revenge"

Why are we doing the "Freddy’s Revenge" workout?

Freddy's Revenge is dedicated to the memory of Frederick "Freddy" Castillo, a beloved member of the CrossFit community who tragically lost his life. His spirit and dedication to fitness inspired many around him.

This workout embodies the resilience and determination Freddy demonstrated in life. Each movement serves as a testament to his passion and the impact he had on others, pushing them to reach their limits.

By participating in Freddy's Revenge, athletes honor his legacy and commitment to strength, community, and perseverance.

What kind of exercises are in the Freddy’s Revenge The workout?

  • Burpee

    The burpee is a simple, full-body movement that combines a squat, plank, and jump into one explosive exercise. It’s a staple in nearly every burpee workout thanks to its ability to build cardio endurance, coordination, and mental toughness — fast.

    In this workout, burpees spike your heart rate, challenge your engine, and require no equipment. Whether you're doing them over a bar, onto a target, or just flat out, burpees are a true test of grit and conditioning.

  • shoulder to overhead

    The shoulder to overhead movement trains your ability to drive a load from the shoulders to a locked-out position overhead using one of several techniques — strict press, push press, push jerk, or split jerk. It's a staple in any shoulder to overhead workout for building upper body strength, power, and stability.

    In this workout, shoulder to overhead challenges your shoulders, triceps, and core, especially under fatigue. It’s a versatile movement that allows athletes to choose the most efficient technique to move weight overhead — depending on the load and intensity.

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