10 rounds for time of:
5 double-kettlebell deadlifts
5 barrier get-overs
Use your hands to get over the barrier.
♀ 53-lb kettlebells and 30-inch barrier
♂ 70-lb kettlebells and 40-inch barrier
Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a back-and-forth couplet. For the barrier get-overs, you can stack boxes, use a wall, or find an object that matches the height you need. The height should be something that requires you to use your hands to get up and over the object. If you are stacking anything, make sure it is safe and stable before performing the workout. For the kettlebell deadlifts, the loading should be moderate and allow you to perform 5 reps unbroken in every set. The real challenge is how quickly and efficiently you can get over the barrier and keep moving at a steady pace to complete this effort.
Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the kettlebells.
To reduce the complexity of the kettlebell deadlifts, use one kettlebell and perform sumo deadlifts. For the barrier get-overs, reduce the height as low as needed.
In case of injury or limitation, perform the deadlifts with a reduced range of motion or consider unloaded good mornings. For the barrier get-overs, perform box step-overs.
Intermediate option / 10 rounds for time of:
5 double-kettlebell deadlifts
5 barrier get-overs
Use your hands to get over the barrier.
♀ 35-lb kettlebells and 30-inch barrier
♂ 53-lb kettlebells and 40-inch barrier
Beginner option / 10 rounds for time of:
5 single-kettlebell sumo deadlifts
5 barrier get-overs
Use your hands to get over the barrier.
♀ 26-lb kettlebell and 20-inch barrier
♂ 35-lb kettlebell and 24-inch barrier
Coaching cues:
For the barrier get-overs, place your hands on the barrier, press down into the barrier, and jump your feet to the top of the barrier at the same time.