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Wittman HERO WOD

Honoring U.S. Army Sgt. Jeremiah Wittman

A well-balanced 7-round workout combining kettlebell swings, power cleans, and box jumps.

The Workout

  • 15 Kettlebell Swings (53/35 lb)
  • 15 Power Cleans (95/65 lb)
  • 15 Box Jumps (24/20 in)
  • Repeat for 7 rounds

Time Cap

30 minutes

Rx Standards

Men (Rx)

53 lb kettlebell, 95 lb barbell, 24" box

Women (Rx)

35 lb kettlebell, 65 lb barbell, 20" box

Equipment Needed

Kettlebell
Barbell
Box

Recommended Gear

  • Hand grips (for grip fatigue)
  • Chalk
  • Wrist wraps
  • Knee sleeves
  • Running shoes

Strategy Overview

This is a moderate-weight, high-rep workout that tests consistent pacing and work capacity. Managing grip fatigue and breathing rhythm are key.

Honoring a Hero

In honor of U.S. Army Sgt. Jeremiah Wittman, 26, of Darby, Montana, who was killed on February 13, 2010, when insurgents attacked his unit with a roadside bomb in Afghanistan. Survived by daughters Miah and Ariauna, wife Karyn, siblings, and parents.

"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

Well-balanced movements allow for consistent pacing

2

Chalk before kettlebell swings

3

Keep elbows high on power clean catch

4

Step down from box to preserve Achilles