Crossfit Lillington – Mayhem Affiliate – Bodybuilding
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Bodybuilding RPE Scale
RPE 1-3 || This should be a weight that an athlete can move with ease throughout the intended rep range.
RPE 4-5 || This is a weight that provides a moderate amount of resistance but the athlete feels like they could double the intended rep range with the weight they chose
RPE 6-7 || This is a moderate-moderate/heavy weight for the athletes. This should provide a challenge for the intended rep range but should not be something that they are worried of failing. The rest needed between sets should be minimal.
RPE 8-9 || This is a near maximal effort for the intended rep range. Athletes should need and want adequate amount of rest between the sets at this RPE.
RPE 10 || This is a max effort for the intended rep range. The athlete should be fully taxed at the end of each set.
Arms & Core Warm Up (No Measure)
3 Rounds
15/12 cal Row
15 Banded Bicep Curls (light band – fast reps)
15/12 cal Ski
15 Banded Tricep Extensions (light band – fast reps)
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3 rounds:
5 Alt. V-ups (each side)
10 Lying Heel Taps (each side)
5 Cat/Cows
Athletes Notes
Focus: Move with intention and focus on each movement you are performing
Banded Bicep Curls (light band – fast reps)
Banded Tricep Extensions (light band – fast reps)
Alt Leg V-ups (each side)
Lying Heel Taps (each side)
Cat/Cows
Diamond Pushups (Weightlifting Variable Reps & Sets)
*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets Focus: Setup in a pushup position on the floor with hands 2-3 inches apart. This movement can also be performed on a racked bar at shin level if positioning is more comfortable for athlete.
5 sets: 10 reps – RPE 7
*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets
Ring Row – Feet Elevated (Weightlifting Variable Reps & Sets)
*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets
Focus: Athletes will need a set of rings and some type of item (bench, box, or stacked plates) to elevate their feet. Rings should be set up so that the bottom of the rings are at the top of the athlete’s hip when standing. Foot platform should be at a height that allows athlete to be completely parallel when athletes are at the top of the rep (with rings making contact with the outside of the chest). Another measurement that typically works is using a platform that is right at knee level. Athlete should lie back hanging from rings with straight legs on their elevated platform and row until rings make contact with the outside of the chest. Core should stay engaged and legs straight. Athletes should avoid “kipping” the rep.
5 sets: 10 reps – RPE 8
*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets
Ring Dips (Weightlifting Variable Reps & Sets)
*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets
Focus: Dips will be performed on rings set at a height that you can keep your feet off the ground. Keep shoulders in an engaged position throughout the dips and the rest of the body in a strong “hollow position” if not using assistance. A band can be attached across the rings or one foot can be placed on the floor to assist.
4 sets: 10 reps – RPE 7
*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets
DB Spider Curls (Weightlifting Variable Reps & Sets)
*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets
*Build to a light/moderate weight. Stay the same and focus on strict control throughout
Focus: Set up an incline bench to a 45 degree angle. Hold light/moderate dumbbells in each hand and brace chest/upper torso against bench. Perform curls with both arms at the same time.
4 sets: 10 reps – RPE 7
*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets
Seated Tricep DB French Press (Weightlifting Variable Reps & Sets)
*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets
Focus: In a seated position, take one dumbbell and hold it by the upper DB head with arms extended overhead. Keeping the elbows tucked and pointed at the ceiling, lower the weight behind the head. Extend back overhead to complete. For ease of setup, have a partner load and unload the DB from your hands before and after sets.
4 sets: 10 reps – RPE 7
*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets
Seated Alternating DB Curl (Weightlifting Variable Reps & Sets)
*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets
*Build to a light/moderate weight. Stay the same and focus on strict control throughout
Focus: Stay with a weight that will allow for control and minimal kipping of reps. Sit on the edge of a bench or surface that will allow for the hands to be lowered to the sides of the body rather than being stopped by the surface that athlete is sitting on (ex. if the athlete sat in the middle of the bench). Keep dumbbells slightly in front of the body at the bottom position to keep tension on the biceps throughout set. When curling, turn the arm thinking about getting the pinky finger close to the shoulder to maximize contraction with each rep.
4 sets: 10 reps (each side) – RPE 7
*Rest 1:00-1:30 b/t sets
Core Work (4 Rounds for time)
4 sets:
10 Single Arm KB Situps (Left)
10 Single Arm KB Situps (Right)
15 Standing Banded Pallof Press (each side)
20 Plank KB Pull Unders
:45 sec Overhead DB Hold (each side)
*Rest 2:00 b/t sets
Athletes Notes
Single Arm KB Situp
Standing Banded Pallof Press
Plank Pull Unders – use KB if possible
Overhead Single DB Carry – no walking, just a static hold in this position
Cooldown/Mobility (Checkmark)
1 min seal pose
1 min bicep stretch on wall
1 min tricep smash (each side)
Athletes Notes
Seal Stretch
Bicep Stretch on the Wall
Tricep Smash
Mayhem Mini-Pump
Mini-Pump Sessions are used as a supplement to another Mayhem Athlete track or on days when you are pressed for time and cannot complete the full day’s bodybuilding session as programmed. You should NOT complete today’s bodybuilding program AND the mini-pump session. Choose one or the other.
Arms and Core (4 Rounds for time)
4 rounds:
10 Diamond Pushups @ moderate weight RPE 7
10 Ring Row – Feet Elevated @ moderate weight RPE 7
10 Seated Tricep DB French Press @ moderate weight RPE 7
10 DB Spider Curls @ moderate weight RPE 7
10 Single Arm KB Situps (Left)
10 Single Arm KB Situps (Right)
15 Standing Banded Pallof Press (each side)
20 Plank KB Pull Unders
:45 sec Overhead DB Hold (each side)
*Rest 3 minutes b/t rounds
Athletes Notes
Diamond Pushups
Ring Row – Feet Elevated
DB Spider Curls
Seated Tricep DB French Press
Single Arm KB Situp
Standing Banded Pallof Press
Plank Pull Unders – use KB if possible
Overhead Single DB Carry – no walking, just a static hold in this position