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Bull HERO WOD

Honoring Marine Corporal Nicholas Bull

A challenging workout honoring Marine Corporal Nicholas Bull, featuring a mix of running, rowing, and bodyweight movements.

The Workout

  • 200 meter Run
  • 2 Deadlifts (275/185 lb)
  • 200 meter Run
  • 4 Deadlifts (275/185 lb)
  • 200 meter Run
  • 6 Deadlifts (275/185 lb)
  • 200 meter Run
  • 8 Deadlifts (275/185 lb)
  • 200 meter Run
  • 10 Deadlifts (275/185 lb)
  • 200 meter Run
  • 12 Deadlifts (275/185 lb)
  • 200 meter Run
  • 14 Deadlifts (275/185 lb)
  • 200 meter Run
  • 16 Deadlifts (275/185 lb)
  • 200 meter Run
  • 18 Deadlifts (275/185 lb)
  • 200 meter Run
  • 20 Deadlifts (275/185 lb)
  • 200 meter Run

Time Cap

45 minutes

Rx Standards

Men (Rx)

275lb deadlifts

Women (Rx)

185lb deadlifts

Equipment Needed

Barbell
Plates
Running route

Recommended Gear

  • Hand grips (for bar muscle-ups)
  • Wrist wraps (for handstand push-ups)
  • Thumb tape (for bar work)
  • Chalk
  • Running shoes (for rowing transitions)

Strategy Overview

This workout combines endurance running with heavy deadlifts. The key is to maintain good form on the deadlifts while managing the running intervals.

Honoring a Hero

Marine Corporal Nicholas Bull was killed in Afghanistan in 2010. This workout honors his memory through a combination of strength and endurance.

"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

Warm up your posterior chain thoroughly

2

Focus on deadlift form throughout

3

Stay hydrated during the long workout

4

Use the runs as active recovery