Brenton - Advanced Guide
Master the Brenton HERO WOD with advanced specific strategies, pacing tips, and scaling options.
Advanced Strategy Overview
Attack this workout aggressively while managing shoulder and wrist fatigue from the high volume of ground work.
Recommended Gear
- Training gloves (for bear crawls)
- Wrist wraps
- Knee sleeves
- Weight vest (optional)
- Chalk
Choose Your Skill Level
Advanced Pacing Strategy
Target sub-3:00 round times (under 15:00 total)
Minimal rest between rounds
Fast bear crawls without sacrificing form
Explosive broad jumps throughout
Advanced Movement Tips
Bear Crawl: Maximum speed, powerful strides, hips low
Broad Jumps: Max distance jumps, land and immediately jump
Burpees: Fast chest-to-deck burpees, no pausing
Use 20/14 lb vest for full RX
Advanced Scaling Options
Remember: Scaling is Smart
The goal is to maintain the intended stimulus of the workout. Scale appropriately to challenge yourself while maintaining good form and the workout's character.
Add heavier vest (30/20 lb) for extra challenge
Increase distance to 150 feet
Add 6th round
Advanced Success Tips
This is a mental grind - embrace the suck
Wrist mobility will be tested - warm up thoroughly
Keep broad jumps consistent - don't let distance drop
Use chalk on hands if sweaty
Stay low on bear crawls for maximum muscle engagement
Ready to Take on Brenton as a Advanced Athlete?
Use these advanced strategies to honor Field Training Officer Timothy Quinn Brenton with your best effort.