Brutal Crossfit WODs
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As you already know, CrossFit is a high-intensity strength and conditioning training system based on constantly varied functional movements. Because of this variety, there are endless WODs (Workouts of the Day) — one of the sport’s main goals is to keep every session fresh and different. Each WOD can be classified based on its focus: cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, weightlifting, or a combination of different elements. And while the possibilities are limitless, today we’re bringing you 10 of the most brutal crossfit WODs in history — the ones that challenge even the toughest athletes. 💥
Let’s dive in! 👇
🔟 WOD Open 15.5
This was part of the 2015 CrossFit Open (Week 5) and is known for its intense combo of rowing and thrusters.
9️⃣ Kalsu
One of the toughest cardio and muscular endurance WODs out there. The goal is to complete 100 thrusters at 135/95 lbs while doing 5 burpees every minute — yes, it starts with burpees! 😅
FOR TIME:
- 100 Thrusters (135/95 lbs)
- 5 Burpees every minute on the minute
8️⃣ Linda (a.k.a. Iron Triathlon)
One of the most grueling benchmark WODs, Linda is a deadly combo of three lifts done in descending reps from 10 to 1. There’s also a more brutal version called the Iron Triathlon, with reps from 1 to 20. 🏋️♂️
FOR TIME – “Linda” 10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1
- Deadlift (150% bodyweight)
- Bench Press (100% bodyweight)
- Clean (75% bodyweight)
Iron Triathlon: Reps from 1 to 20 using the same weights.
7️⃣ The Seven
A true test of endurance and grit — 7 exercises, 7 reps, 7 rounds. Enough said. 🔥
6️⃣ Jason
A Hero WOD in honor of Navy SEAL Jason Dale Lewis. Simple on paper, but brutal in execution — a mix of squats and muscle-ups.
5️⃣ King Kong
A WOD for elite athletes only. It demands raw power and strength, with heavy lifts and technical gymnastics.
3 Rounds FOR TIME:
- 1 Deadlift (455/325 lbs)
- 2 Muscle-ups
- 3 Cleans (245/155 lbs)
- 4 Handstand Push-ups
4️⃣ Fight Gone Bad
It sounds innocent — 1 minute per exercise — but add it up and you get 15 minutes of non-stop action that will leave you breathless. 🥵
3️⃣ 12 Days of Christmas
A fun and intense WOD that follows the “12 Days of Christmas” pattern — you repeat previous movements each time you add a new one. It gets harder FAST! 🎄💀
FOR TIME (Matt Chan’s Version):
- 1 Snatch (155/105 lbs)
- 2 Ring Muscle-ups
- 3 Front Squats (155/105 lbs)
- 4 Box Jumps (24″/22″)
- 5 Hang Power Cleans (155/105 lbs)
- 6 Chest to Bar Pull-ups
- 7 Deadlifts (155/105 lbs)
- 8 Ring Dips
- 9 Kettlebell Snatches
- 10 Handstand Push-ups
- 11 Single Front Rack Kettlebell Lunges
- 12 Triple Unders
2️⃣ Filthy Fifty & Miagi
These two are full-body killers. 50 reps of everything, designed to test your limits. Miagi is a variation with a different mix of movements.
FOR TIME – Filthy Fifty:
- 50 Box Jumps
- 50 Jumping Pull-ups
- 50 Kettlebell Swings
- 50 Walking Lunges
- 50 Knees to Elbows
- 50 Push Press
- 50 Back Extensions (GHD)
- 50 Wall Ball Shots
- 50 Burpees
- 50 Double Unders
Miagi Variation:
- Deadlifts (135/95 lbs)
- Double Kettlebell Swings (24/16 kg)
- Push-ups
- Clean & Jerk (135/95 lbs)
- Pull-ups
- Kettlebell Taters
- Box Jumps
- Wall Climbs
- Knees to Elbows
- Double Unders
1️⃣ Murph (Hero WOD)
One of the most iconic and grueling and brutal CrossFit WODs ever. In honor of Lt. Michael P. Murphy, this workout has even been featured at the CrossFit Games, done with a 20 lbs weight vest. 🏅🇺🇸
We hope you enjoyed this list of Top 10 Brutal CrossFit WODs !
Have you tackled any of these already what is your motivation? 💥 Drop your experience in the comments! And don’t forget to share this post on your social media with your fellow CrossFit warriors. 💪🔥
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