Jared workout

Jared Crossfit Workout

Overview of the Jared Workout

The Jared workout is a CrossFit Hero WOD (Workout of the Day) named after U.S. Army Master Sergeant Jared N. Van Aalst, who died on August 4, 2010, in Kunduz province, Afghanistan. The workout was first posted on the CrossFit main site on August 4, 2011, in honor of his sacrifice. The Jared workout is a challenging workout that involves a combination of running, handstand push-ups, and kettlebell swings. It is a high-intensity workout that requires a high level of fitness and endurance.

Jared Workout: Workout Description

The Jared workout consists of four rounds for time, with each round consisting of a 800-meter run, 40 handstand push-ups, and 70 kettlebell swings. The prescribed weight for the kettlebell is 24 kg for men and 16 kg for women. The workout is scored by the time it takes to complete all four rounds.

Jared Workout: Workout Variations and Scaling Options

The Jared workout is a challenging workout that requires a high level of fitness and endurance. Not everyone who tries this workout will be able to do it as prescribed. Here are some common scaling options for those who need them:

  • Reduce the number of handstand push-ups and/or kettlebell swings per round.
  • Use a lighter kettlebell weight.
  • Substitute hand-release push-ups for handstand push-ups.
  • Substitute dumbbell or barbell thrusters for kettlebell swings.

Tips and Strategies for the Jared Workout

The Jared workout is a high-intensity workout that requires a lot of endurance. Here are some tips for completing the workout efficiently and safely:

  • Pace yourself during the runs to conserve energy for the handstand push-ups and kettlebell swings.
  • Break up the handstand push-ups and kettlebell swings into manageable sets to avoid burning out too quickly.
  • Use a weight for the kettlebell swings that you can handle with good form throughout the workout.
  • Take short breaks between sets to catch your breath and recover.

Athlete Performance in the Jared Workout

The Jared workout is a challenging workout that requires a high level of fitness and endurance. Here are some average times for different levels of athletes:

  • Beginner: 50-60 minutes
  • Intermediate: 40-50 minutes
  • Advanced: 30-40 minutes

Conclusion

The Jared workout is a challenging CrossFit Hero WOD that honors the sacrifice of U.S. Army Master Sergeant Jared N. Van Aalst. It is a high-intensity workout that requires a high level of fitness and endurance. If you are up for the challenge, give it a try and see how you stack up against the average times for different levels of athletes.