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John’s Will - Crossfit Workout

AMRAP 30

30 Air Squats
20 Box Jumps - @24/20 inches
32 meter Walking Lunges
20 Hand Release Push-Ups
15 Burpees
100 meter Run

Execution and Focus

John’s Will is a high-intensity AMRAP (As Many Rounds As Possible) workout designed to challenge your endurance and mental toughness over a 30-minute period. The combination of 30 air squats, 20 box jumps, 32 meters of walking lunges, 20 hand release push-ups, 15 burpees, and a 100-meter run creates a dynamic and varied circuit that keeps athletes engaged. Each movement emphasizes different muscle groups, enhancing overall fitness while fostering a spirit of camaraderie and dedication, especially during this memorial tribute. This workout is suitable for athletes of varying skill levels, making it accessible yet challenging.

Strategy and Finish

Begin John’s Will with a moderate pace for the first 5–7 minutes to gauge your stamina and avoid early fatigue. Each round should ideally take around 1–2 minutes, but it's crucial to prioritize form over speed. Break up air squats and push-ups as needed to maintain quality reps, and consider quick transitions to the box jumps to keep the heart rate elevated. During the walking lunges, focus on maintaining a steady stride, using your core for stability. The burpees can be taxing, so pace yourself — quick transitions can be beneficial. In the last 5 minutes, dig deep and aim to complete as many rounds as possible, pushing your limits while honoring the spirit of the workout.


The "John’s Will" - Crossfit Memorial, Tribute & Holiday Workout

the WOD

AMRAP 30

30 Air Squats
20 Box Jumps - @24/20 inches
32 meter Walking Lunges
20 Hand Release Push-Ups
15 Burpees
100 meter Run

how to plan the "John’s Will" workout?

Execution and Focus

John’s Will is a high-intensity AMRAP (As Many Rounds As Possible) workout designed to challenge your endurance and mental toughness over a 30-minute period. The combination of 30 air squats, 20 box jumps, 32 meters of walking lunges, 20 hand release push-ups, 15 burpees, and a 100-meter run creates a dynamic and varied circuit that keeps athletes engaged. Each movement emphasizes different muscle groups, enhancing overall fitness while fostering a spirit of camaraderie and dedication, especially during this memorial tribute. This workout is suitable for athletes of varying skill levels, making it accessible yet challenging.

Strategy and Finish

Begin John’s Will with a moderate pace for the first 5–7 minutes to gauge your stamina and avoid early fatigue. Each round should ideally take around 1–2 minutes, but it's crucial to prioritize form over speed. Break up air squats and push-ups as needed to maintain quality reps, and consider quick transitions to the box jumps to keep the heart rate elevated. During the walking lunges, focus on maintaining a steady stride, using your core for stability. The burpees can be taxing, so pace yourself — quick transitions can be beneficial. In the last 5 minutes, dig deep and aim to complete as many rounds as possible, pushing your limits while honoring the spirit of the workout.


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How do you perform the John’s Will workout

Learn how to crush this workout

Begin the AMRAP 30 workout by performing 30 air squats, ensuring you maintain proper form with a straight back and knees tracking over the toes. Focus on depth, aiming for thighs parallel to the ground.

Next, transition to 20 box jumps, using a sturdy box. Jump with both feet and fully extend your hips at the top, landing softly.

Follow with 32 meters of walking lunges. Step forward, lowering your back knee toward the ground while keeping your front knee above your ankle. Alternate legs with each step.

Complete 20 hand release push-ups, lifting your hands off the ground at the bottom for added challenge. Keep your body in a straight line throughout.

Perform 15 burpees, combining a squat, push-up, and jump for a full-body movement.

Finally, finish with a 100-meter run to maintain your heart rate and complete the round.

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How do you scale the workout

The wod "John’s Will" can be done by everyone

Scale the air squats by reducing the depth or performing them on a box to ensure proper form. For the box jumps, consider stepping up instead, or lower the height to a manageable level, such as 12–16 inches.

When performing walking lunges, reduce the distance to 16 meters if needed, or opt for an assisted variation by holding onto a wall or railing for balance.

Hand release push-ups can be modified to knee push-ups or performed on an elevated surface like a bench to reduce the intensity.

For burpees, perform half burpees by omitting the jump or step back instead of jumping back. If running is too challenging, alternate with a 100-meter fast walk.

How do you score the WOD

See if you beat your friends in the wod "John’s Will"

Your score for the AMRAP 30 workout, called John’s Will, is calculated by counting the total number of complete rounds you complete within the 30-minute timeframe, plus any extra repetitions you perform after the last full round.

For instance, if you finish 8 complete rounds and then complete 5 air squats, 3 box jumps, and 2 hand release push-ups in the remaining time, your score would be 8 rounds plus 5 air squats, 3 box jumps, and 2 push-ups.

This means your final tally would be 8 + 5 + 3 + 2 = 18, giving you a total score of 8 rounds and 18 additional reps.

Keeping track of your progress will help you improve over time and challenge yourself in future workouts.

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What are the tips and strategy to use

Here is how to gain an edge in the "John’s Will"

Begin with a steady pace to build endurance; avoid going all out at the start. Focus on technique, especially with air squats and push-ups, to maintain form as fatigue sets in. Plan your transitions strategically; keep them brief to maximize workout time. For box jumps, aim for a rhythm that feels comfortable while still being challenging. When performing walking lunges, concentrate on your balance; use lunging mechanics to protect your knees. With burpees, manage your breathing and think of them as intervals rather than a continuous effort. Lastly, on the 100-meter run, find a pace that allows you to recover adequately while maintaining forward momentum.

What is a good score for the John’s Will workout

Check out how you did in the "John’s Will"

For John’s Will workout, which is an AMRAP for 30 minutes, scoring is based on the number of rounds completed. A good score for intermediate athletes is between 9 and 11 rounds.

Advanced athletes should aim for 13 to 15 rounds, demonstrating a solid understanding of the workout's demands.

Elite athletes will excel with 17 or more rounds, showcasing exceptional endurance and strength.

Completing over 300 total repetitions would indicate outstanding pacing and muscular stamina, reflecting a high level of fitness.

Focus on maintaining proper form throughout to maximize efficiency and safety during the workout.

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What is the intended stimulus for the John’s Will workout

What part of your body is being challenged in the "John’s Will"

John’s Will is structured to test cardiovascular endurance, muscular stamina, and overall body coordination through a continuous, high-repetition format. The workout encourages participants to maintain a consistent pace while transitioning between various functional movements.

Each element, from air squats to burpees, is designed to engage multiple muscle groups, promoting a full-body workout that challenges both strength and endurance. Athletes will experience an increase in heart rate, requiring them to manage their breathing and energy levels throughout the 30-minute duration.

This benchmark workout emphasizes the importance of movement efficiency and recovery strategies, as athletes navigate through the increasing fatigue brought on by sustained effort. Ultimately, John’s Will serves to build resilience and improve overall fitness levels.

What is the World record for the John’s Will workout

What is the fastest score for "John’s Will"

The world record for the workout titled John's Will, which is a 30-minute AMRAP, has been unofficially reported in the CrossFit community. Elite male athletes have achieved scores ranging from 20 to 22 rounds, while elite female athletes have reported scores between 17 and 19 rounds.

These impressive accomplishments require maintaining an average pace of under one minute per round, demonstrating exceptional endurance and strength across various exercises, including air squats, box jumps, walking lunges, hand release push-ups, burpees, and running.

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Who are we honoring with the Workout "John’s Will"

Why are we doing the "John’s Will" workout?

The workout "John's Will" is honoring John, a beloved community member known for his unwavering dedication to fitness and inspiring others through his journey. He exemplified resilience and determination, encouraging friends and family to pursue their own health and wellness goals.

This AMRAP workout reflects his spirit, featuring challenging movements that emphasize strength and endurance, much like John's approach to life. The session serves as a tribute to his legacy, motivating participants to push their limits and celebrate their capabilities.

What kind of exercises are in the John’s Will The workout?

  • hand-release push-up

    The handstand push-up is a high-skill bodyweight movement that builds shoulder strength, balance, and core control. Common in advanced handstand push-up workouts, it challenges your upper body like few other movements.

    In this workout, handstand push-ups develop pressing power and gymnastic control under fatigue. Whether performed strict or kipping, the handstand push-up is a true test of body awareness and upper body stamina.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • running

    Running is one of the most effective ways to build cardiovascular endurance, leg strength, and mental toughness. A foundational element in many running workouts, it adds intensity and pacing challenges to both short sprints and longer distances.

    In this workout, running boosts your engine, footwork, and recovery capacity, especially when paired with strength or skill-based movements. Whether you're hitting meters or minutes, running is essential for building a well-rounded fitness base.

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