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Bull HERO WOD

Honoring Navy Petty Officer Second Class Shane Patton

Heavy thrusters combined with rope climbs create a unique strength and skill challenge.

The Workout

  • 200 Thrusters (135/95 lb)
  • Every 2 minutes: 3 Rope Climbs (15 ft)

Time Cap

40 minutes

Rx Standards

Men (Rx)

135lb thrusters, 15ft rope climbs

Women (Rx)

95lb thrusters, 15ft rope climbs

Equipment Needed

Barbell
Plates
Climbing rope

Strategy Overview

Balance thruster volume with rope climb timing. Efficiency on rope is crucial.

Honoring a Hero

Navy Petty Officer Second Class Shane Patton was killed in Afghanistan in 2005 during Operation Red Wings.

"Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends." - John 15:13

Quick Tips for Success

1

Rope climb efficiency will make or break this workout

2

Practice J-hook or S-hook technique

3

Thruster form is crucial with high volume

4

Chalk hands frequently

5

This workout combines strength and skill uniquely