17Nov
Announcements
Gym holiday hours
Nov 27 Thursday, Thanksgiving day- Gym closed
Nov 28 Friday, modified schedule classes at 8am and 9am
Rowathon
Sunday Dec 14th 1-3 pm
$20 to participate
Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/uniquelyabledhomegrown
HomeGrown AthletX - Functional Fitness (CrossFit)
Warm-Up Flow (Checkmark)
Mobility Prep and Activation
:30 Down Dog Calf Gas Pedals
:30/:30 Active Pigeon Stretch
:30/:30 Quadruped Adductor Rock Backs
General Prep
3 Sets: For Quality
3 High Hang Muscle Cleans
10 Behind the Neck Elbow Punch Throughs
5 Barbell Good Mornings
5 Back Squats
5 Front Squats
Specific Barbell Prep and Primer
w/ light loads on the barbell
3 Position Power Clean
3 Position Squat Clean
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3 Sets
2 Power Cleans + 2 Squat Cleans
Building to starting weight at 70%
Power Clean + Squat Clean (5 Rounds for weight)
Every 3:00 x 5 Sets
Set 1: 3+2 Reps @ 70%
Set 2: 2+2 Reps @ 75%
Set 3: 2+1 Reps @ 80%
Set 4: 1+2 Reps @ 83%
Set 5: 1+1 Reps @ 85%+
% of Power Clean
Modifications:
- Adjust to the Hang Position for both lifts
- Adjust to Power for both lifts for those with extra discomfort in the knees or back
- Move to Block Cleans
Beginners: 5-7 Hang Power Cleans at light to moderate loads working on bar path and contact point.
"Hydra" (AMRAP - Reps)
5 Sets x 2:00 AMRAP
Set 1: 10 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Set 2: 9 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Set 3: 8 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Set 4: 7 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Set 5: 6 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
*No rest between AMRAPs
Wall Ball: 20/14lb, 9/6kg, 10/9ft
Shuttle Run" 25/25ft, 7.5/7.5m
Score = Total Wall Ball Reps
Goal: 70+ Wall Balls
Stimulus: Short, continuous intervals that blend running speed and stamina with escalating leg and midline fatigue.
RPE: 8/10
Primary Objective: Average ~15 Wall Balls per set, increasing slightly as shuttle runs decrease.
Secondary Objective: Hold a consistent shuttle pace of at least 7+ runs per minute to preserve wall ball time.
[Hydra: L2, L1, & Masters 55+] (AMRAP - Reps)
Level 2:
Set 1: 9 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Set 2: 8 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Set 3: 7 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Set 4: 6 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Set 5: 5 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Wall Ball: 20/14lb, 9/6kg, 10/9ft
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Level 1:
Set 1: 9 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Set 2: 8 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Set 3: 7 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Set 4: 6 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Set 5: 5 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Wall Ball: 14/10lb, 6/4kg, 10/9ft
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Masters 55+:
Set 1: 9 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Set 2: 8 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Set 3: 7 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Set 4: 6 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Set 5: 5 Shuttle Runs + Max Rep Wall Balls
Wall Ball: 20/14lb, 9/6kg, 10/9ft
[Hydra: Competitor & Travel] (AMRAP - Reps)
Competitor:
Wall Ball: 30/20lb, 9/6kg
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Travel/Hotel:
5 Sets x 2:00 AMRAP
Set 1: 300m Run + Max Air Squats
Set 2: 300m Run + Max Air Squats
Set 3: 250m Run + Max Air Squats
Set 4: 200m Run + Max Air Squats
Set 5: 200m Run + Max Air Squats
Mobility (Checkmark)
1:00/1:00 Couch Stretch
1:00 Extended Reverse Plank Bridge
1:00 Child’s Pose
1:00/1:00 Wall Figure 4 Stretch
Optional Accessories (Checkmark)
For Quality
3 Sets:
12/12 Banded Terminal Knee Extensions
:45 Sorenson Hold
20 Landmine Trunk Rotations
Rest as needed b/t movements and sets
16Nov
Announcements
Nov 15-16th Burgener Strength Olympic Lifting Seminar
https://burgenerstrength.com/course/usa-san_carlos-homegrown_athletx-nov-15-16-2025
Coupon Code: HM_10_U11S15H2025
Gym holiday hours
Nov 27 Thursday, Thanksgiving day- Gym closed
Nov 28 Friday, modified schedule classes at 8am and 9am
HomeGrown AthletX - Functional Fitness (CrossFit)
Warm-Up Flow (Checkmark)
General Prep
2-3 Sets: For Quality
9/7 Calorie Ski Erg or Bike
15 Banded Pull-Aparts
20 Plank Shoulder Taps
10 Scapular Push-Ups
5 Push-Ups
Specific Warm-Up:
5 Close Grip Bench Press @ 40-50%
5 Close Grip Bench Press @ 50-55%
3 Close Grip Bench Press @ 55-60%
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Then Load to Working Weights on the Bar
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Workout Primer after Bench Press
2 Sets
3-4 Ring Dip/ Banded Ring Dip or Ring Push-Up
5/4 Calorie Echo Bike
6 Renegade Rows Building to Working Loads
5/4 Calorie Ski
Close Grip Bench (Every 2:00 x 5 Sets
8 Reps @ 65% of 1RM Bench)
Modifications:
-Floor Press
-Neutral Grip Dumbbell Press
-Landmine Press
"Sure Shot" (Time)
6 Sets: For Time
5/4 Ring Dip
9/7 Cal Bike
12 Renegade Rows
9/7 Cal Ski
Rest 1:00 b/t sets
Dumbbells: 2 x (Rx50/35, S 40/25)
Time Domain: 16:00 - 18:00
Time Cap: 20:00
Stimulus: Upper-body pressing and pulling stamina blended with cyclical conditioning. Each set tests repeatable intensity, demanding control, transitions, and pacing discipline across modalities.
RPE: 8/10
Primary Objective: Hold consistent round times across all six sets, targeting 1:45–2:15 per round.
Secondary Objective: Keep quality in pressing and pulling positions under aerobic fatigue, maintaining posture and tempo.
Mobility (Checkmark)
1:00/1:00 Tall Dragon Stretch
1:00/1:00 Scorpion Stretch
1:00 Seated Chest Stretch
1:00/1:00 Single Leg Forward Fold
15Nov
Announcements
Nov 15-16th Burgener Strength Olympic Lifting Seminar
https://burgenerstrength.com/course/usa-san_carlos-homegrown_athletx-nov-15-16-2025
Coupon Code: HM_10_U11S15H2025
Gym holiday hours
Nov 27 Thursday, Thanksgiving day- Gym closed
Nov 28 Friday, modified schedule classes at 8am and 9am
HomeGrown AthletX - Functional Fitness (CrossFit)
Warm-Up Flow (Checkmark)
2 Sets:
20 Lateral Line Hops
10 Box Step-Ups
10 Bend and Bows Lateral Line Hops
1 Wall Walk + :15 Wall Facing Handstand Hold
8 Bar Kip Swings
4 Jumping Pull-Ups
4-5 Pike Push-Ups (Without Box, Then on Box)
Primer:
10 Double Unders / 15 Single Unders
2 Wall Walks
3 Pull-Ups / Banded Pull-Ups / Jumping Pull-Ups
4 Deadlifts
5 Box Jump Overs / Step-Ups
5 Russian Kettlebell Swings
4 Pull-Ups / Banded Pull-Ups / Jumping Pull-Ups
3 Strict Handstand Push-Ups / Box Piked Handstand Push-Up (Feet or Knees)
10 Double Unders / 15 Single Unders
This is to touch on each movement you are doing and get into the flow of the workout.
"Fight For Your Right" (Time)
For Time: w/a Partner
100 Double Unders
30 Wall Walk
50 Pull-Ups
70 Deadlifts
90 Box Jump Overs
70 Russian Kettlebell Swings
50 Pull-Ups
30 Strict Handstand Push-Ups
100 Double Unders
Wall Walk: 10in
Barbell: (Rx 225/155, S 165/125)
Box Height: (Rx24/20, S 20/16″)
Kettlebell: (Rx70/53, S 53/44)
Partition Reps as desired between partners
Time Domain: 30:00-35:00
Time Cap: 40:00
Score: Time to Complete
Stimulus: High-volume, full-body partner workout combining pulling, pressing, hinging, and gymnastic stamina. A test of communication, pacing, and shared work capacity across a long grind-style effort.
RPE: 9/10
Primary Objective: Maintain consistent pacing and communication throughout, splitting reps evenly while minimizing transition time.
Secondary Objective: Move efficiently under fatigue, managing grip and shoulder endurance.
For Levels: See Coaches Notes (Checkmark)
Mobility (Checkmark)
10/10 Quadruped Adductor Hip Rock (5s Pause)
1:00/1:00 Half Kneeling Hamstring Stretch
1:00 Down Dog Calf Stretch
1:00 Saddle Pose
14Nov
Announcements
Nov 15-16th Burgener Strength Olympic Lifting Seminar
https://burgenerstrength.com/course/usa-san_carlos-homegrown_athletx-nov-15-16-2025
Coupon Code: HM_10_U11S15H2025
Gym holiday hours
Nov 27 Thursday, Thanksgiving day- Gym closed
Nov 28 Friday, modified schedule classes at 8am and 9am
HomeGrown AthletX - Functional Fitness (CrossFit)
Warm-Up Flow (Checkmark)
Mobility Prep and Activation
20 Lateral Line Hops
:30/:30 Active Pigeon Stretch
:30/:30 Quadruped Adductor Rock Backs
:30 Behind the Neck Elbow Punch Throughs
General Movement Prep
2 Sets: For Quality
6 Dumbbell Hang Muscle Cleans
6 Dumbbell Front Squats
6 Dumbbell Push Press
6 Scapular Pull-Ups + 6 Bar Kip Swings + 4-6 Strict Knee Raises
Specific Front Squat Prep and Build
Empty Barbell: 5 Front Squats (focus on high elbows and upright torso)
3 Reps @ ~45-50%
3 Reps @ ~50-55%
3 Reps @ ~55-60%
3 Reps @ ~60-65%
Then put working loads on the barbell
Conditioning Prep and Primer (After Squats)
5 minutes of Toes to Bar Prep and Scaling Mods
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2 Sets
2 Devils Press
3 Dumbbell Thrusters
4 Toes to Bar
Front Squat (Weightlifting Variable Reps & Sets)
Focus: Drive through full foot, maintain upright torso and tension in the front rack.
Modifications:
- Split Squat: For Back Pain / Discomfort
- Box Squat: Knee Pain and / or Back Pain
- Lighten the Load and Stick to 8 Reps @ light to moderate loads
"Body Movin'" (AMRAP - Rounds and Reps)
12:00 AMRAP
4 Devils Press
8 Dumbbell Thrusters
12 Toes to Bar
Dumbbells: (Rx50/35, S 40/25)
Goal: 7+ Rounds / ~1:30 / round
Score = Rounds + Reps
Stimulus: Total-body density workout combining posterior chain power, overhead stamina, and midline fatigue in a compact interval. Grip endurance and breathing mechanics are key throughout.
RPE: 8.5–9/10
Primary Objective:
Hold consistent pacing across all rounds with efficient breathing and smooth dumbbell transitions.
Secondary Objective:
Maintain unbroken Toes to Bar through the majority of the workout while managing grip fatigue strategically.
13Nov
Announcements
Nov 15-16th Burgener Strength Olympic Lifting Seminar
https://burgenerstrength.com/course/usa-san_carlos-homegrown_athletx-nov-15-16-2025
Coupon Code: HM_10_U11S15H2025
Gym holiday hours
Nov 27 Thursday, Thanksgiving day- Gym closed
Nov 28 Friday, modified schedule classes at 8am and 9am
Rowathon
Sunday Dec 14th 1-3 pm
$20 to participate
Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/uniquelyabledhomegrown
HomeGrown AthletX - HGX-FIT (Progressive Overload/Accessories)
A: Deadlift (5x5 at 78-82%
B/T sets: 8/8 Single leg RDL (KB/DB) - heavier than last week)
B: Metcon (Checkmark)
3 sets
10 DB Sumo squats (heavy)
8/8 KB/DB Bulgarian split squats
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3 sets
8 BB Reverse curls (weighted)
8 BB Bicep curls (weighted)
10 BB Drag curls (weighted)
13Nov
Announcements
Nov 15-16th Burgener Strength Olympic Lifting Seminar
https://burgenerstrength.com/course/usa-san_carlos-homegrown_athletx-nov-15-16-2025
Coupon Code: HM_10_U11S15H2025
Gym holiday hours
Nov 27 Thursday, Thanksgiving day- Gym closed
Nov 28 Friday, modified schedule classes at 8am and 9am
HomeGrown AthletX - Functional Fitness (CrossFit)
Warm-Up Flow (Checkmark)
400m Group Run
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1:00 Row or Bike or Ski
10 Dual Kettlebell Deadlifts, light loads
1:00 Bike or Row or Ski
:30/:30 Side Plank
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10m A-Skips
10m B-Skips
10m High Knees
10m Butt Kicks
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Build to Working Loads on Farmers Carry, then get into the workout
“No Sleep Till Brooklyn” (Time)
3 Rounds for Time:
500m Row or Ski
100ft Farmers Carry
400m Run
30/22 Cal Bike
100ft Farmers Carry
400m Run
Kettlebells 2 x (Rx70/53, S 53/44) Dumbbells 2 x (Rx70/50, S 60/40)
Time Domain: 30:00-35:00
Time Cap: 40:00
Score = Total Time
Stimulus: Aerobic endurance and total-body stamina under load. Sustained output across multiple cyclical efforts with repeated midline engagement from heavy carries.
RPE: 7-8/10
Primary Objective: Maintain consistent pacing across all three rounds with strong, steady effort through each machine and run segment.
Secondary Objective: Hold posture and grip integrity during both carries, minimizing breaks and transition time.
Mobility (Checkmark)
2 Rounds
Right Leg + Left Leg
:15 second Down Dog
:30 second Low Lunge
:15 second Elbow to Knee and Rotate
:15 second Reach to Sky and Hold
:30 second Half Kneeling Hamstring Stretch
:30 second Pigeon