Fran - Intermediate Guide
Master the Fran HERO WOD with intermediate specific strategies, pacing tips, and scaling options.
Intermediate Strategy Overview
Push the pace while maintaining good form. This is a great test of work capacity.
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Intermediate Pacing Strategy
Push hard on thrusters
Break pull-ups into 3-5 rep sets
Minimize rest between movements
Aim to complete in under 8 minutes
Intermediate Movement Tips
Thrusters: Quick, efficient movement
Pull-ups: Kipping allowed, break when needed
Transitions: Be quick and efficient
Intermediate 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.
Use prescribed weight
Only scale if form breaks down
Push for sub-8 minute time
Intermediate Success Tips
This is a classic benchmark workout
Push hard on thrusters
Break pull-ups before failure
Focus on transitions
Ready to Take on Fran as a Intermediate Athlete?
Use these intermediate strategies to honor Fran with your best effort.