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Thanksgiving With The Girls - Crossfit Workout

For Time: 1 Round

Angie's:
100 Pull-ups
100 Push-ups
100 Sit-ups
100 Air Squats
Helen's:
3 Rounds
400m Run
21 Kettlebell Swings - @16/24 lbs
12 Pull-ups
Fran's:
21-15-9
Thrusters - @43/95 lbs
Pull-ups
Nancy's:
5 Rounds
400m Run
15 Overhead Squats - @43/95 lbs
Grace's:
30 Clean and Jerks - @43/95 lbs
Isabel's:
30 Snatches - @43/95 lbs
Kelly's:
5 Rounds
400m Run
30 Box Jumps
30 Wall Ball Shots - @9/14 lbs

Execution and Focus

Thanksgiving With The Girls is an intense benchmark workout designed to challenge your strength, endurance, and mental grit. Completing 100 pull-ups sets the tone for this demanding session, which is followed by a structured series of exercises aimed at maximizing effort in a limited timeframe. The workout includes a combination of running, kettlebell swings, overhead squats, clean and jerks, and snatches, ensuring a full-body engagement that tests your cardiovascular capacity and muscular endurance. This workout is intended for athletes looking to push their limits while commemorating the holiday with a challenging yet rewarding fitness experience.

Strategy and Finish

For this workout, pacing is crucial. Begin with a consistent rhythm on the pull-ups and aim to break them into manageable sets if needed to avoid early fatigue. The three rounds featuring the 400m run should be completed at a brisk pace to maintain your heart rate, while ensuring that kettlebell swings and overhead squats are performed with good form to prevent injury. As you progress to the clean and jerks and snatches, focus on technique and efficiency to maximize your output. The final rounds, incorporating box jumps and wall ball shots, demand explosive movement; maintain your momentum and push hard during the last minutes of the workout to achieve the best possible time. Remember, completing the workout under the time cap can be a great testament to your performance during this holiday season.


The "Thanksgiving With The Girls" - Crossfit Memorial, Tribute & Holiday Workout

the WOD

For Time: 1 Round

Angie's:
100 Pull-ups
100 Push-ups
100 Sit-ups
100 Air Squats
Helen's:
3 Rounds
400m Run
21 Kettlebell Swings - @16/24 lbs
12 Pull-ups
Fran's:
21-15-9
Thrusters - @43/95 lbs
Pull-ups
Nancy's:
5 Rounds
400m Run
15 Overhead Squats - @43/95 lbs
Grace's:
30 Clean and Jerks - @43/95 lbs
Isabel's:
30 Snatches - @43/95 lbs
Kelly's:
5 Rounds
400m Run
30 Box Jumps
30 Wall Ball Shots - @9/14 lbs

how to plan the "Thanksgiving With The Girls" workout?

Execution and Focus

Thanksgiving With The Girls is an intense benchmark workout designed to challenge your strength, endurance, and mental grit. Completing 100 pull-ups sets the tone for this demanding session, which is followed by a structured series of exercises aimed at maximizing effort in a limited timeframe. The workout includes a combination of running, kettlebell swings, overhead squats, clean and jerks, and snatches, ensuring a full-body engagement that tests your cardiovascular capacity and muscular endurance. This workout is intended for athletes looking to push their limits while commemorating the holiday with a challenging yet rewarding fitness experience.

Strategy and Finish

For this workout, pacing is crucial. Begin with a consistent rhythm on the pull-ups and aim to break them into manageable sets if needed to avoid early fatigue. The three rounds featuring the 400m run should be completed at a brisk pace to maintain your heart rate, while ensuring that kettlebell swings and overhead squats are performed with good form to prevent injury. As you progress to the clean and jerks and snatches, focus on technique and efficiency to maximize your output. The final rounds, incorporating box jumps and wall ball shots, demand explosive movement; maintain your momentum and push hard during the last minutes of the workout to achieve the best possible time. Remember, completing the workout under the time cap can be a great testament to your performance during this holiday season.


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How do you perform the Thanksgiving With The Girls workout

Learn how to crush this workout

Begin the Thanksgiving With The Girls workout by performing 100 pull-ups. Pace yourself to maintain form throughout this initial round.

Next, complete three rounds of a 400m run, followed by 21 kettlebell swings and 12 pull-ups. Ensure your kettlebell swings reach at least chest height for maximum effectiveness.

After that, move on to five rounds of a 400m run paired with 15 overhead squats. Focus on keeping your core tight and maintaining a steady rhythm.

Continue with 30 clean and jerks, using a barbell while ensuring proper technique to engage your entire body.

Perform 30 snatches before tackling the final challenge: five rounds of a 400m run combined with 30 box jumps and 30 wall ball shots, ensuring full hip extension on each box jump.

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How do you scale the workout

The wod "Thanksgiving With The Girls" can be done by everyone

For scaling the benchmark workout "Thanksgiving With The Girls," start by adjusting the pull-ups. Use bands or perform jumping pull-ups if needed. If 100 pull-ups feel daunting, reduce the number to 50 or even 30, focusing on form.

For the kettlebell swings, scale the weight to 12–16 kg (26–35 lbs) or switch to a lighter object, ensuring you can perform all reps unbroken. Adjust the overhead squats by using a lower weight or performing them to a box to maintain depth.

Running can be scaled to a brisk walk or reduced distance of 200m. For the clean and jerks, lower the weight to 40–60% of your max, and for snatches, focus on technique with lighter weights.

Box jumps can be modified to step-ups or lowered heights to ensure safety and maintain intensity.

How do you score the WOD

See if you beat your friends in the wod "Thanksgiving With The Girls"

Your score for the Thanksgiving With The Girls workout is calculated by totaling the number of rounds completed along with any additional repetitions performed after your last full round.

For example, if you complete 3 full rounds of the 400m run, 21 kettlebell swings, and 12 pull-ups, plus an additional 5 pull-ups after the last round, your score would be 3 rounds + 5 pull-ups, resulting in 36 total reps.

In this benchmark workout, don't forget to factor in each component of the routine, including the clean and jerks, snatches, and the box jumps combined with the wall ball shots. Each rep counts toward your final score.

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What are the tips and strategy to use

Here is how to gain an edge in the "Thanksgiving With The Girls"

Focus on pacing during the first round of pull-ups. Break them into manageable sets, such as 5 or 10 reps, to maintain grip strength. Transition quickly between exercises to keep your heart rate up, but ensure you have a solid plan for each segment.

During the kettlebell swings, use a hip-hinge movement and keep your core engaged to maximize efficiency. When you approach the overhead squats, prioritize form over speed; maintaining good technique will avoid fatigue later.

For the running component, find a steady pace that allows for recovery but still pushes your limits. In the final rounds, focus on big breaths to fuel your performance and stay mentally strong. Consistency is key to completing this benchmark workout effectively.

What is a good score for the Thanksgiving With The Girls workout

Check out how you did in the "Thanksgiving With The Girls"

For the Thanksgiving With The Girls workout, a good score can be evaluated based on the time taken to complete the entire circuit.

Intermediate: 25–30 minutes. Advanced: 20–24 minutes. Elite: 15–19 minutes. Achieving a score below 15 minutes indicates exceptional speed and conditioning, reflecting high performance in endurance and strength components.

To enhance your score, focus on maintaining a strong pace during the running segments and efficiency in the kettlebell swings, overhead squats, and other movements. Proper technique and stamina will greatly influence your overall time.

Completing the workout in under 15 minutes is a remarkable achievement, showcasing your fitness level and dedication.

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What is the intended stimulus for the Thanksgiving With The Girls workout

What part of your body is being challenged in the "Thanksgiving With The Girls"

The benchmark workout "Thanksgiving With The Girls" is designed to test both aerobic capacity and muscular endurance through a series of challenging movements. The high volume of pull-ups and kettlebell swings emphasizes grip strength and shoulder stability, while the 400m runs add an aerobic component that requires pacing and recovery management.

The combination of exercises, including overhead squats and clean and jerks, forces athletes to engage multiple muscle groups, fostering overall strength and coordination. Athletes should focus on maintaining form under fatigue, as the workout is structured to promote cumulative exhaustion.

Overall, this workout represents a true test of resilience, requiring participants to push through the discomfort while maintaining efficiency and power across various functional movements.

What is the World record for the Thanksgiving With The Girls workout

What is the fastest score for "Thanksgiving With The Girls"

The world record for the workout titled "Thanksgiving With The Girls" is not officially documented, but estimates suggest it falls within the range of 25 to 30 minutes for elite athletes. Achieving this time requires exceptional endurance, strength, and technique.

Elite male competitors have been known to finish closer to the lower end of this range, while elite female athletes often clock in slightly higher. The combination of high-rep pull-ups, kettlebell swings, and complex lifts, along with the intense running component, makes this workout particularly challenging.

As with many CrossFit workouts, individual performance can vary widely based on fitness level, experience, and pacing strategy. Proper preparation and strategy are essential for maximizing performance.

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Who are we honoring with the Workout "Thanksgiving With The Girls"

Why are we doing the "Thanksgiving With The Girls" workout?

The workout "Thanksgiving With The Girls" is honoring the spirit of friendship and community, especially among women who support each other through fitness. This workout celebrates the bond formed in the gym, recognizing the importance of camaraderie during the holiday season.

By incorporating challenging movements and teamwork, the workout emphasizes empowerment and resilience. It serves as a tribute to the strong women who inspire one another to push their limits and achieve their goals together.

What kind of exercises are in the Thanksgiving With The Girls The workout?

  • wall ball

    The wall ball is a classic CrossFit movement that combines a front squat and an explosive throw, targeting your legs, shoulders, and lungs in one fluid motion. It’s a staple in any high-intensity wall ball workout, known for quickly elevating your heart rate.

    In this workout, wall balls build endurance, coordination, and full-body power. Whether you're using a 10 or 20 lb ball, this simple movement delivers serious results — especially when the reps start adding up.

  • Pull up

    The pull-up is a foundational bodyweight movement that builds upper body strength, focusing on your back, shoulders, arms, and core. A staple in almost every pull-up workout, it's key for developing gymnastics capacity and functional pulling power.

    In this workout, pull-ups challenge your grip, coordination, and endurance — especially under fatigue. Whether strict, kipping, or butterfly, the pull-up remains one of the most effective and scalable exercises in CrossFit.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • overhead squat

    The overhead squat is a high-skill movement that develops full-body strength, mobility, balance, and core control. A key lift in many overhead squat workouts, it involves holding a barbell locked overhead while performing a deep squat — challenging both stability and flexibility.

    In this workout, overhead squats train shoulder stability, midline engagement, and leg strength, making them a valuable tool for improving movement quality and preparing for Olympic lifts like the snatch.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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