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Rowan - Crossfit Workout

11 Rounds for Time

11 Clean-and-Jerks - @70/155 lb
11 Burpees
11 Chest-to-Bar Pull-Ups
11 American Kettlebell Swings - @24/53 lb
15 AbMat Sit-Ups
7 Front Squats - @70/155 lb
80 Double-Unders
During rounds: 1,145 meter Row per team member

Execution and Focus

The "Rowan" workout is an intense benchmark that combines a variety of movements to challenge your overall fitness. The structure consists of 11 rounds for time, incorporating clean-and-jerks, burpees, chest-to-bar pull-ups, American kettlebell swings, AbMat sit-ups, front squats, and double-unders. Each exercise is designed to test different aspects of your physical abilities, from strength and power to endurance and agility. The inclusion of rowing during rounds adds an additional cardiovascular element, ensuring that you maintain a high heart rate throughout the workout. This variety makes it a comprehensive test suitable for athletes of all levels, particularly as a tribute during the holiday season.

Strategy and Finish

To optimize performance in the "Rowan" workout, begin with a moderate pace, taking care to maintain consistent movement during the first few rounds. Each round should take around 60–90 seconds, based on individual capacity. Focus on unbroken sets for the clean-and-jerks and burpees, while allowing brief rests between rounds of chest-to-bar pull-ups and front squats to save shoulder and leg strength. The American kettlebell swings should be performed with a strong hip hinge to maximize efficiency. As you progress, maintain a steady rhythm on the double-unders, and use the final minutes to push your limits, as extra rounds can significantly impact your standing in the Rowan Memorial Tribute leaderboard.


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

the WOD

11 Rounds for Time

11 Clean-and-Jerks - @70/155 lb
11 Burpees
11 Chest-to-Bar Pull-Ups
11 American Kettlebell Swings - @24/53 lb
15 AbMat Sit-Ups
7 Front Squats - @70/155 lb
80 Double-Unders
During rounds: 1,145 meter Row per team member

how to plan the "Rowan" workout?

Execution and Focus

The "Rowan" workout is an intense benchmark that combines a variety of movements to challenge your overall fitness. The structure consists of 11 rounds for time, incorporating clean-and-jerks, burpees, chest-to-bar pull-ups, American kettlebell swings, AbMat sit-ups, front squats, and double-unders. Each exercise is designed to test different aspects of your physical abilities, from strength and power to endurance and agility. The inclusion of rowing during rounds adds an additional cardiovascular element, ensuring that you maintain a high heart rate throughout the workout. This variety makes it a comprehensive test suitable for athletes of all levels, particularly as a tribute during the holiday season.

Strategy and Finish

To optimize performance in the "Rowan" workout, begin with a moderate pace, taking care to maintain consistent movement during the first few rounds. Each round should take around 60–90 seconds, based on individual capacity. Focus on unbroken sets for the clean-and-jerks and burpees, while allowing brief rests between rounds of chest-to-bar pull-ups and front squats to save shoulder and leg strength. The American kettlebell swings should be performed with a strong hip hinge to maximize efficiency. As you progress, maintain a steady rhythm on the double-unders, and use the final minutes to push your limits, as extra rounds can significantly impact your standing in the Rowan Memorial Tribute leaderboard.


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How do you perform the Rowan workout

Learn how to crush this workout

To perform the 11 Rounds for Time workout, begin with 11 Clean-and-Jerks, using a barbell that allows you to maintain good form throughout. Ensure you engage your legs to drive the weight overhead efficiently.

Transition into 11 Burpees, maintaining a steady pace. Focus on explosive movement as you jump up, and keep your core tight during the descent.

Next, tackle 11 Chest-to-Bar Pull-Ups. Utilize an overhand grip, pulling your chest to the bar for a full range of motion.

Move on to 11 American Kettlebell Swings, swinging the kettlebell overhead while keeping your arms straight and core engaged.

Follow with 15 AbMat Sit-Ups, ensuring you touch the ground behind you and sit all the way up for maximum engagement.

Complete 7 Front Squats with a barbell, keeping the chest up and elbows high. Finally, perform 80 Double-Unders, maintaining a consistent rhythm as you jump.

Remember to incorporate a 1,145 meter row per team member during each round to maintain endurance throughout the workout.

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How do you scale the workout

The wod "Rowan" can be done by everyone

Scale the Clean-and-Jerks to a more manageable weight, aiming for 60-75% of your one-rep max for unbroken sets. Modify the Burpees by stepping back instead of jumping, or perform a half-Burpee if needed.

For the Chest-to-Bar Pull-Ups, use a band for assistance or switch to ring rows to ensure proper form. Reduce the kettlebell weight to 8–12 kg if necessary, or perform American Swings to hip height instead of overhead.

For the AbMat Sit-Ups, consider anchoring your feet for stability. Scale the Front Squats to a lighter weight or perform them as air squats. Finally, reduce the Double-Unders to single-unders, or perform lateral hops if coordination is an issue.

Adjust the rowing distance to 500 meters per team member for a more achievable target.

How do you score the WOD

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

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

Each round consists of 11 Clean-and-Jerks, 11 Burpees, 11 Chest-to-Bar Pull-Ups, 11 American Kettlebell Swings, 15 AbMat Sit-Ups, 7 Front Squats, and 80 Double-Unders. Additionally, every team member must complete a 1,145 meter Row during the workout.

For instance, if you finish 8 full rounds and complete 5 Clean-and-Jerks afterward, your score would be 8 rounds plus 5 additional reps, equaling a total of 93 reps.

Remember to keep track of your progress and ensure accurate scoring for each round and additional reps.

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What are the tips and strategy to use

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

Focus on pacing yourself from the beginning; avoid going too hard during the early rounds to conserve energy. Utilize efficient transitions between movements to minimize downtime. If your shoulders tire, consider breaking up the clean-and-jerks and burpees into manageable sets. Prioritize a smooth rhythm for double-unders to avoid fatigue; practice breathing techniques to maintain endurance.

When rowing, maintain a consistent stroke rate to maximize distance without overexerting. For the front squats, engage your core and use proper form to prevent strain. Incorporate quick rest intervals between exercises, but keep them brief to maintain momentum. Recovery is key; ensure you're engaging your legs for explosive movements to reduce shoulder strain.

What is a good score for the Rowan workout

Check out how you did in the "Rowan"

A good score for the Rowan workout, which consists of 11 rounds for time, varies based on fitness levels.

Intermediate athletes should aim to complete the workout in about 20-25 minutes.

Advanced athletes could achieve a time of 15-20 minutes, demonstrating significant proficiency across all exercises.

Elite participants may finish in under 15 minutes, showcasing exceptional cardiovascular endurance and strength.

A score below 25 minutes indicates room for improvement in pacing and efficiency throughout the workout.

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What is the intended stimulus for the Rowan workout

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

The intended stimulus of the benchmark workout 11 Rounds for Time is to push athletes both physically and mentally through a series of high-repetition, high-skill movements. It emphasizes the importance of stamina and endurance as participants tackle a variety of functional movements in a timed setting.

This workout is designed to develop aerobic capacity and muscular endurance while requiring athletes to maintain proper form under fatigue. The combination of movements, including clean-and-jerks and double-unders, also tests grip strength and overall coordination.

A key aspect of this workout is the emphasis on minimal rest periods, encouraging participants to strategize their pacing and transitions. This steady grind of 11 rounds should foster resilience and adaptability in a competitive atmosphere.

What is the World record for the Rowan workout

What is the fastest score for "Rowan"

The world record for the workout titled Rowan, completed 'for time,' has been reported in the CrossFit community as approximately 20 minutes for elite male athletes and around 24 minutes for elite female athletes. These results reflect exceptionally high levels of fitness and efficiency in performing each exercise.

The workout consists of a combination of strength and conditioning elements, requiring seamless transitions and endurance. As athletes push through the 11 rounds, their ability to maintain speed while executing 11 clean-and-jerks, burpees, and other movements becomes crucial.

Maintaining a strategic pace while managing fatigue, especially during the rowing segments, is essential for achieving optimal times in this highly demanding workout.

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Who are we honoring with the Workout "Rowan"

Why are we doing the "Rowan" workout?

The workout "Rowan" honors Rowan, a beloved member of the community who exemplified strength, resilience, and determination. Known for their unwavering support and encouragement, Rowan inspired others to push their limits and achieve their personal bests.

This workout serves as a tribute to their spirit and dedication, featuring challenging movements that reflect their tenacity and commitment to fitness.

Through this grueling set of exercises, participants come together to celebrate Rowan's legacy, remembering the positive impact they had on everyone around them.

What kind of exercises are in the Rowan 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • front squat

    The front squat is a fundamental strength movement that targets the quads, glutes, core, and upper back. Known for its upright posture and barbell position on the shoulders, it’s a key lift in Olympic lifting and a staple in any front squat workout.

    In this workout, front squats build leg strength, mobility, and posture, while reinforcing a strong core under load. Whether used for volume, tempo, or heavy singles, the front squat is essential for developing power and movement efficiency.

  • chest to bar

    The chest-to-bar pull-up is a high-skill gymnastics movement that takes traditional pull-ups further by requiring the chest to make contact with the bar. Common in competitive CrossFit and advanced chest to bar workouts, it builds upper body strength, pulling power, and grip endurance.

    In this workout, chest-to-bar pull-ups challenge your lats, arms, core, and coordination—especially under high reps or in combination with other movements. Whether performed strict, kipping, or butterfly, chest-to-bar is a true test of bodyweight control and stamina.

  • clean and jerk

    The clean and jerk is a foundational Olympic lift that develops full-body power, coordination, and strength. A key movement in many strength and conditioning programs, the clean and jerk workout combines a pull from the ground (clean) with an explosive overhead lift (jerk).

    In this workout, clean and jerks train your hips, legs, shoulders, and core, making it one of the most effective lifts for building athletic performance. Whether performed heavy for strength or light for speed, the clean and jerk is essential for total-body development.

  • jerk

    The jerk is a powerful Olympic lifting movement that drives a barbell from shoulder to overhead with explosive force. Central to advanced jerk workouts, it typically follows a clean and is executed by dipping and driving the bar overhead—either with a split stance or power stance.

    In this workout, the jerk builds overhead strength, power, and coordination while demanding precision and speed. It trains the legs, core, and shoulders simultaneously, making it an essential movement for athletes looking to improve explosive strength and total-body stability under load.

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