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[email protected]) if you are having any issues! CrossFit Trivium – CrossFit View Public Whiteboard Benchmark 1 When preparing for the CrossFit Total You’ll testing your one-rep max in the back squat, shoulder press, and deadlift, a strategic buildup to your working weight is needed. Overall Strategy: Focus: Prioritize technique and controlled movements. Rest: Keep rest periods short (2-3 minutes tops) between warm-up sets. Progression: Gradually increase weight while decreasing reps as you approach your max. You’re ready to build w/ some weight, warm up each lift and end with the back squat that’s closest to your opening lift. I like the 5-3-2-2 rep scheme starting with 5 at around 40% of my 1 rep, then 50-60 at 3, and 70-80 for the next doubles. Overall this works well for heavy lifts, but...
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