11/04/25 Friday Workout of the Day
- Aaron Marcelino
- Apr 5, 2025
- 2 min read
General Warm-Up (8-10 minutes)
2:00 Cardio Choice
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:30/:30 Active Pigeon Stretch
:20/:20 Samson Stretch
:30 Puppy Dog Pose
:20/:20 Kneeling Overhead Tricep Stretch
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2-3 Sets: for Quality
10 Russian Kettlebell Swings
3 Broad Jumps For Max Distance
Specific Barbell Work
3 Sets: Building Loads
1 Clean Lift Off
1 Slow Pull Power Clean
2 Power Cleans
*Not TnG
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Then spend 6-8 minutes building towards working loads on the barbell
Power Clean Battery Test
For Reps:
2:00 Max Reps @ 85%
% is Based on 1RM Power Clean
Score: Reps
*Put weight used in the notes.
Specific Workout Prep (10-12 minutes)
Unload barbells and touch on Deadlift mechanics. Reinforce good positions and the difference between the dynamic start in the Power Clean and the traditional hinge pattern of the Deadlift.
Take 2-3 sets to build to working loads on the deadlift, performing 3-5 reps at each load.
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Go through specific handstand push-up prep here with the focus on how to perform eccentric handstand push-ups, bracing while upside down on the wall and using correct kipping mechanics while keeping tension in the shoulders. For those that can’t we need to move to Box Piked Handstand Push-Ups (either feet piked or kneeling)
Perform 2 sets of 2-3 reps of planned movement for the day.
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Primer
4-3-2
Deadlifts
Handstand Push-Ups (Or Modification)
"Diane"
For Time:
21-15-9
Deadlifts
Handstand Push-Ups
Barbell: 102/70kg
Goal: 3-7 minutesTime Cap: 9 minutes
Primary Objective:
Move quickly through large sets while maintaining efficient cycling on deadlifts and smart pacing on handstand push-ups to avoid failure.
Secondary Objective:
Manage pressing endurance—break HSPUs early if needed to prevent burnout. Keep a smooth, controlled pull on deadlifts to avoid excessive fatigue.
Stimulus:
Fast-paced, sprint-style workout with a moderate to heavy barbell and a high-volume gymnastics component.
RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion): 8-9/10 – A high-intensity effort requiring grip, posterior chain stamina, and pressing endurance.
Rx+ :
For Time:
21-15-9
Deadlifts
Handstand Push-Ups
Barbell: 143/93kg
Level 2:
For Time:
21-15-9
Deadlifts
Handstand Push-Up (2in Riser)
Barbell: 84/57kg
Level 1:
For Time:
21-15-9
Deadlifts
Box Pike Handstand Push-Ups
Barbell: 43/30kg
Mobility
PRVN Recovery #6
1:00/1:00 Scorpion Stretch
1:00/1:00 Couch Stretch
1:00/1:00 Extended Arm Lizard Pose
1:00/1:00 Single Leg Forward Fold
1:00 Childs Pose
Optional Accessories
For Quality:
Part A)
10:00 EMOM
Minute 1 - 12 Ring Rows (Add Deficit if Able)
Minute 2 - 12 Ring Push Ups (Add Load if Able)
Part B)
5 Sets
12 Kettlebell Curls, Moderate
12 Kettlebell Overhead Tricep Extension, Moderate
For part B, you will hold the kettlebell by the horns for both movements. You may use different loads for each exercise.

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