, Valitus Strength WOD, December 24, 2021 | VALITUS

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Shoulder Press (5 sets: 10 reps)
Kipping Handstand Pushups (10 min EMOM (every minute on the minute): 9 reps)
*Quality reps; do not get sloppy

Focus: Stay within a rep range that will allow for quality on all reps. Hands should be 6-8 inches away from the wall with a slight turnout and outside of shoulder width apart. Keep the core engaged. Breathe out on each kip to assist with core engagement and stability. Ensure that all reps reach full lockout. Follow the sequence of head on ground, butt against wall, load legs, kip/press. Padding or a mat under the head is advised. If you do not have kipping handstand pushups, this movement can be modified to handstand pushups with feet on a box, pike pushups, or a double dumbbell push press.

Double DB Z-Press (4 sets: 10 reps)
*Build to a moderate weight and stay the same or build across all sets.

Focus: From a seated position with legs extended in front, press both DB’s overhead. Choose a weight that will allow quality range of motion without cheating by leaning, etc. This movement can be very challenging so don’t go heavier without attempting a few reps with lighter weight first.

Crossover Symmetry Iron Scap Protocol (4 sets of 10 reps)
Complete Iron Scap Protocol

Focus: Use band weight that is challenging but allows for quality of movement. If you do not have access to a crossover symmetry set, substitute 4 sets of 10 lateral dumbbell raises + 10 bent over lateral dumbbell raises (different weight can be used for each of the two lateral raise movements).

GHD Hip Raise (5 sets: 20 reps; unloaded or holding a plate or DB)
Set up GHD so hips are slightly past the hip pad. Go down to 90 degrees and raise to parallel. Avoid using excessive momentum to complete reps and squeeze glutes at the top of each rep
Russian Kettlebell Swing (10 sets: 10 reps)
*As heavy as possible while maintaining sound form

Focus: Start with the KB on the ground in front of the body. Hike the KB to the hips and use a violent hip extension of the hips to drive the KB to shoulder height. Torso should stay vertical at the top of the swing and lats should be engaged to drive the KB back down. Athlete should make sure that glutes and core are engaged for a solid hollow position at apex of swing.

Single leg DB Romanian Deadlift (4 sets: 10 reps (each side))
*Build to a moderate weight, stay the same or build across sets

Focus: Holding dumbbells in each hand, stand on one foot. Bend at the waist and allow the non-working leg to extend backwards for counter balance. Working leg should have a slight bend throughout rep. Continue forward with the dumbbells until the upper/lower back begins to round or right before contact is made with the dumbbells and the floor (whichever comes first). Aim for this movement is level, balance movement throughout rep (no leaning to left or right) and control of body and dumbbells throughout rep. Do not sacrifice either of these for an increase in weight. To stand, contract the glute on the working side. Consider using straps during this movement so that grip is not a limiting factor for sets. This movement can also be performed at bodyweight with no dumbbells if preferred.