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Garry Purdham - Crossfit Workout

AMRAP 31

31 Burpees
31 Double-Unders
31 Deadlifts - @45/30 kg (99/66 lbs)
31 Push-Ups
31 Box Jumps - @24/20 in
31 Hang Power Cleans
31 Air Squats
31 Kettlebell Swings - @24/16 kg (53/35 lbs)
31 Shoulder-to-Overheads
31 AbMat Sit-Ups
31 calorie Row
31 Wall Ball Shots - @9/6 kg (20/14 lbs)

Execution and Focus

AMRAP 31 is a high-intensity benchmark workout named in honor of Garry Purdham, featuring a diverse set of movements designed to challenge both strength and conditioning. This workout demands athletes perform 31 repetitions of each exercise, creating a total of 341 reps to complete within a set timeframe. The combination of burpees, double-unders, deadlifts, and more tests cardiovascular endurance, muscular stamina, and coordination. Each movement contributes to a holistic workout experience, making it an ideal choice for the Garry Purdham Memorial Tribute & Holiday Workouts. Athletes at varying fitness levels can adapt the reps or weights to match their capabilities while aiming to push their limits throughout the session.

Strategy and Finish

To effectively tackle AMRAP 31, begin with a manageable pace to ensure sustainability over the entire workout. Focus on maintaining proper form during all movements, particularly the deadlifts and shoulder-to-overheads, to avoid injury. Plan for each movement to take approximately 1–2 minutes, keeping transitions smooth to maximize time under tension. As fatigue sets in, break the movements into manageable sets, especially with the wall ball shots and kettlebell swings, to maintain intensity without sacrificing performance. An aggressive final push in the last few minutes can lead to significant improvements in your score for the Garry Purdham Memorial Tribute & Holiday Workouts WOD, making the effort worth it.


The "Garry Purdham" - Crossfit Memorial, Tribute & Holiday Workout

the WOD

AMRAP 31

31 Burpees
31 Double-Unders
31 Deadlifts - @45/30 kg (99/66 lbs)
31 Push-Ups
31 Box Jumps - @24/20 in
31 Hang Power Cleans
31 Air Squats
31 Kettlebell Swings - @24/16 kg (53/35 lbs)
31 Shoulder-to-Overheads
31 AbMat Sit-Ups
31 calorie Row
31 Wall Ball Shots - @9/6 kg (20/14 lbs)

how to plan the "Garry Purdham" workout?

Execution and Focus

AMRAP 31 is a high-intensity benchmark workout named in honor of Garry Purdham, featuring a diverse set of movements designed to challenge both strength and conditioning. This workout demands athletes perform 31 repetitions of each exercise, creating a total of 341 reps to complete within a set timeframe. The combination of burpees, double-unders, deadlifts, and more tests cardiovascular endurance, muscular stamina, and coordination. Each movement contributes to a holistic workout experience, making it an ideal choice for the Garry Purdham Memorial Tribute & Holiday Workouts. Athletes at varying fitness levels can adapt the reps or weights to match their capabilities while aiming to push their limits throughout the session.

Strategy and Finish

To effectively tackle AMRAP 31, begin with a manageable pace to ensure sustainability over the entire workout. Focus on maintaining proper form during all movements, particularly the deadlifts and shoulder-to-overheads, to avoid injury. Plan for each movement to take approximately 1–2 minutes, keeping transitions smooth to maximize time under tension. As fatigue sets in, break the movements into manageable sets, especially with the wall ball shots and kettlebell swings, to maintain intensity without sacrificing performance. An aggressive final push in the last few minutes can lead to significant improvements in your score for the Garry Purdham Memorial Tribute & Holiday Workouts WOD, making the effort worth it.


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How do you perform the Garry Purdham workout

Learn how to crush this workout

To perform the AMRAP 31 workout, start with 31 burpees. Ensure you fully extend your body at the top of each jump. Transition into 31 double-unders, focusing on quick wrist turns for efficiency.

Next, perform 31 deadlifts, maintaining a flat back as you lift the barbell to your hips. Follow this with 31 push-ups, keeping your elbows close to your sides for maximal engagement.

Proceed to 31 box jumps, landing softly with knees slightly bent. Afterward, complete 31 hang power cleans, using your legs to propel the barbell to shoulder height.

Continue with 31 air squats, ensuring your hips go below parallel. Then, execute 31 kettlebell swings, swinging the kettlebell above eye level. Follow this with 31 shoulder-to-overheads, locking out your arms fully.

Next, perform 31 AbMat sit-ups, focusing on a controlled descent. Finally, complete a 31-calorie row, maintaining a strong pull with each stroke, and finish with 31 wall ball shots, ensuring you reach target height for each throw.

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How do you scale the workout

The wod "Garry Purdham" can be done by everyone

To scale the AMRAP 31 workout, reduce the repetitions for each movement to suit your fitness level, such as 15 reps instead of 31. For burpees, step back instead of jumping for a gentler approach.

Replace double-unders with single unders or practice without a jump rope. For deadlifts, choose a lighter weight, around 50-70% of your max, ensuring you maintain good form.

Scale push-ups to knee push-ups or incline against a box. Box jumps can be modified to step-ups or a lower box height, while kettlebell swings can use a lighter weight of 8-12 kg.

Consider reducing the number of calories rowed to 15-20, and wall ball shots can be performed with a lighter ball or done as air squats instead.

How do you score the WOD

See if you beat your friends in the wod "Garry Purdham"

Your score for the AMRAP 31 workout is calculated by adding the total number of full rounds completed to any additional reps performed after your last full round.

For example, if you complete 6 full rounds and then perform 15 kettlebell swings, your score would be 6 rounds + 15 swings = 6 + 15 = 75 reps total.

Count all movements as they are listed: burpees, double-unders, deadlifts, push-ups, box jumps, hang power cleans, air squats, kettlebell swings, shoulder-to-overheads, AbMat sit-ups, calorie row, and wall ball shots.

Make sure to keep track of each movement to ensure an accurate total score at the end of your workout.

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What are the tips and strategy to use

Here is how to gain an edge in the "Garry Purdham"

Prioritize technique over speed — ensure each movement is performed correctly to avoid injury. Set a steady pace and maintain consistency throughout the workout. Focus on your breathing; it can help regulate your heart rate and enhance endurance. For movements like the burpees and box jumps, concentrate on landing softly to protect your joints. Utilize the downward phase of each exercise, especially during push-ups and kettlebell swings, to prepare for the next rep.

Keep your transitions smooth and quick, minimizing downtime between exercises. If fatigue sets in, break movements into manageable sets rather than pushing through one long effort. Stay mentally tough and remind yourself of your goal; this will keep your motivation high throughout the workout.

What is a good score for the Garry Purdham workout

Check out how you did in the "Garry Purdham"

For the Garry Purdham workout, which is an AMRAP 31, a good score would vary based on skill level. Intermediate athletes should aim for 9–11 rounds, demonstrating solid endurance and technique.

Advanced participants can target 13–15 rounds, showcasing their increased proficiency and stamina.

Elite athletes should strive for 17 or more rounds, reflecting exceptional capacity and strength across all movements.

A score exceeding 300 total repetitions signifies excellent pacing, muscular endurance, and overall athleticism in this challenging workout routine.

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What is the intended stimulus for the Garry Purdham workout

What part of your body is being challenged in the "Garry Purdham"

The benchmark workout AMRAP 31, also known as Garry Purdham, is intended to challenge various aspects of fitness, including cardiovascular endurance, muscular stamina, and overall conditioning. Each of the 31 movements targets different muscle groups, emphasizing functional strength and aerobic capacity.

This workout demands a continuous effort, encouraging athletes to find their pace while managing fatigue across multiple modalities. The combination of bodyweight movements and weighted exercises creates a dynamic environment that tests resilience and mental toughness.

As athletes cycle through the 31 reps, they must prioritize efficiency and speed to maximize the number of rounds completed within the time frame. This workout serves as a benchmark for assessing improvement in fitness and performance over time.

What is the World record for the Garry Purdham workout

What is the fastest score for "Garry Purdham"

The world record for the AMRAP 31 workout, known as Garry Purdham, is unofficially reported within the CrossFit community. Elite male athletes typically achieve between 20 to 22 rounds, while elite female athletes range from 17 to 19 rounds.

These impressive scores necessitate consistent pacing, with most rounds being completed in under one minute, showcasing exceptional endurance and strength across the varied exercises involved in the workout.

The combination of high-intensity movements, such as burpees and kettlebell swings, challenges both cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance, making it a test of overall fitness for anyone attempting this workout.

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Who are we honoring with the Workout "Garry Purdham"

Why are we doing the "Garry Purdham" workout?

The workout AMRAP 31 is dedicated to Garry Purdham, a beloved member of the CrossFit community who tragically passed away. This tribute workout serves as a celebration of his life and the passion he shared for fitness and camaraderie.

Each movement in the routine reflects the intensity and dedication Garry embodied throughout his life. By participating in this AMRAP, athletes honor his memory, embracing the spirit of perseverance and community that he inspired in others.

Garry’s legacy continues to motivate individuals to push their limits and support one another in their fitness journeys.

What kind of exercises are in the Garry Purdham The workout?

  • abmat sit-up

    The AbMat situp is a popular core exercise in CrossFit and functional training. Using an AbMat supports your lower back and allows for a full range of motion, helping to strengthen your abs more effectively than traditional sit-ups.

    In this workout, AbMat sit-ups challenge your core endurance, improve midline stability, and balance out more explosive movements like lifts or jumps. Whether you're scaling or RX'ing, the AbMat situp is a simple, powerful tool for core development.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Deadlift

    The deadlift is one of the most effective strength movements in any fitness program. It targets the posterior chain — including your glutes, hamstrings, back, and core — making it a cornerstone of any deadlift workout.

    In this workout, deadlifts develop raw strength, posture, and pulling power. Whether you're lifting light for speed or going heavy for strength, the deadlift builds a solid foundation for both performance and injury prevention.

  • Box jump

    The box jump is a plyometric movement that builds explosive power, coordination, and lower body strength. It’s a key component in many high-intensity box jump workouts, often used to develop speed, agility, and stamina.

    In this workout, box jumps challenge your legs, core, and cardiovascular system, while also training quick reaction and balance. Whether performed at a moderate pace or in sprint intervals, the box jump is a powerful tool for improving athletic performance.

  • hang power clean

    The hang power clean is a dynamic barbell movement that builds explosive power, coordination, and full-body strength. A staple in many hang power clean workouts, it focuses on lifting the bar from the “hang” position (above the knees) to the shoulders — without a full squat.

    In this workout, hang power cleans challenge your hip drive, grip, and timing, making them ideal for both strength work and high-intensity conditioning. Whether you're cycling reps or going heavy, the hang power clean develops efficient movement and athletic explosiveness.

  • kettlebell swing

    The kettlebell swing is a powerful hip-hinge movement that builds posterior chain strength, core stability, and cardiovascular endurance. A go-to in any kettlebell swing workout, it’s known for improving explosiveness, grip, and conditioning in one efficient motion.

    In this workout, kettlebell swings train your glutes, hamstrings, and shoulders, while developing rhythm and control. Whether Russian or American style, the kettlebell swing is a versatile tool for both beginners and advanced athletes.

  • 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.

  • push up

    The push-up is a foundational bodyweight movement that strengthens the chest, shoulders, triceps, and core. A staple in any push-up workout, it’s effective, scalable, and requires no equipment — making it perfect for all fitness levels.

    In this workout, push-ups develop upper body endurance, stability, and control, especially under fatigue. Whether performed strict, hand-release, or elevated, the push-up is a timeless movement that builds strength and resilience.

  • air squat

    The air squat is a fundamental bodyweight movement that builds lower body strength, mobility, and endurance. As a key component of many air squat workouts, it targets the quads, glutes, hamstrings, and core—all without equipment.

    In this workout, air squats help develop proper squat mechanics, balance, and muscular stamina, making them perfect for warm-ups, high-rep conditioning, or scaling strength-based movements.

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