Train with intent
DT HERO WOD
Honoring Air Force Staff Sergeant Timothy Davis
A barbell complex that tests grip endurance and technical lifting under fatigue.
Choose your starting point
The prescription
The workout.
Read the standard before deciding how you will approach the effort.
- 12 Deadlifts (155/105 lb)
- 9 Hang Power Cleans (155/105 lb)
- 6 Push Jerks (155/105 lb)
- Repeat for 5 rounds
Time cap
25 minutes
Workout character
Hard effort
Expect a demanding combination of capacity, pacing, and movement quality.
Rx standards
Men · Rx
155lb for all movements
Women · Rx
105lb for all movements
The story
Honoring a Hero.
Air Force Staff Sergeant Timothy Davis was killed in Afghanistan in 2009. He was known by his call sign "DT."
Execution notes
Quick tips for success.
Simple reminders that can help you stay composed when the work starts to accumulate.
Grip endurance is the key limiter
Practice the barbell complex before attempting
Chalk hands frequently
Smooth, rhythmic breathing pattern
This workout rewards barbell cycling efficiency