The Devil’s Pyramid - Crossfit Workout

For time

2-4-6-8-10-8-6-4-2
Pike push ups/HSPU
Double KB clean - @2x8/12, Intermediate: @2x12/16 RX: @2x16/20
Double DB devils press - @2x10/15, Intermediate: @2x12,5/17,5 RX: @2x15/20
A variation of pistol squats (bench or band) / Pistol squats

TC: 22

 

workout description

"For Time – Ladder Up, Ladder Down"

This WOD features a pyramid-style rep scheme:
2-4-6-8-10-8-6-4-2, hitting four tough movements in a grindy, full-body format.

Time Cap: 22 minutes

This is a shoulder, leg, and engine test with a relentless pacing demand. Control the middle rounds, and push the back half!

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What is a "for time" workout?

A for time workout is a classic CrossFit format where the goal is to complete a set list of exercises as fast as possible. Your time becomes your score, making each for time CrossFit workout a race against the clock — and yourself.

In a typical for time workout, you'll perform a fixed number of reps or rounds of movements (e.g., squats, push-ups, burpees, or barbell lifts) and finish them as quickly as you can while maintaining good form. This format pushes you to work hard, manage fatigue, and develop both conditioning and mental toughness.

Why Try a "For Time" CrossFit Workout?

  • Builds intensity and urgency into your training

  • Encourages better pacing, efficiency, and recovery awareness

  • Easy to track progress over time — beat your previous score!

  • Works well for individual or group competition-style workouts

Whether you're doing a short sprint or a long chipper, the for time CrossFit workout format is a powerful way to test your limits and stay motivated in your training.

What kind of exercises are in this workout?

  • handstand 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.

  • pistol squat

    The pistol squat is a challenging single-leg movement that builds leg strength, balance, mobility, and core control. Frequently featured in pistol squat workouts, it’s a true test of bodyweight control and unilateral stability.

    In this workout, pistol squats improve coordination, ankle flexibility, and muscular endurance, especially under fatigue. Whether performed RX or scaled with assistance or to a box, the pistol squat adds intensity and precision to any functional fitness session.

  • devils press

    The Devil’s Press is a brutal, full-body movement that combines a burpee and a double dumbbell snatch. It’s a staple in high-intensity Devils press workouts, designed to build explosive strength, conditioning, and mental toughness.

    In this workout, Devil’s Press challenges your grip, shoulders, legs, and lungs—all in one powerful movement. Whether used in sprints or long AMRAPs, the Devil’s Press is a true test of endurance and effort.

  • pike push up

    The pike push-up is a bodyweight movement that targets the shoulders, triceps, and upper chest, making it a great progression toward handstand push-ups. It’s frequently used in pike push-up workouts to build overhead pressing strength and body control.

    In this workout, pike push-ups help develop shoulder endurance, balance, and coordination, especially when performed under fatigue. Whether done on the floor or with feet elevated, the pike push-up is a scalable and effective gymnastic movement.

  • double kettlebell clean

    The double kettlebell clean is a powerful hinge-based lift that brings two kettlebells from the ground or swing into the front rack position. Central to many double kettlebell clean workouts, this movement requires coordination, grip strength, and explosive hip drive.

    In this workout, double kettlebell cleans develop posterior chain power, core engagement, and control in the front rack. The independent loading challenges symmetry and balance while reinforcing proper clean technique. It’s a go-to movement for building strength, conditioning, and athletic performance with kettlebells.

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