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2 minutes to run 400 meters
1 minute of air squats (2:00-3:00)
2 minutes to run 400 meters
2 minutes of front squats (5:00-7:00)
2 minutes to run 400 meters
3 minutes of overhead squats (9:00-12:00)
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Pork & Egg Breakfast Skillet with Avocado
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2 minutes to row 500 meters
1 minute of ring dips (2:00-3:00)
2 minutes to row 500 meters
2 minutes of shoulder press (5:00-7:00)
2 minutes to row 500 meters
3 minutes of push-ups (9:00-12:00)
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Lamb & Rosemary Stew
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Complete as many rounds as possible in 10 minutes*:
10 single-leg squats
5 power cleans
*At the start of each minute, stop what you’re doing, complete 4 burpees over the barbell, then resume the squats and cleans.
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For time:
Run 10k
On a trail, if you have a good course.
See more →For load:
Power snatch 3-3-3-3-3-3-3 reps
Rest
Rest day
Enjoy the recovery time, or make-up anything you missed from last week.
See more →For max reps:
2 minutes to run 400 meters
1 minute of air squats (2:00-3:00)
2 minutes to run 400 meters
2 minutes of front squats (5:00-7:00)
2 minutes to run 400 meters
3 minutes of overhead squats (9:00-12:00)
Use a barbell loaded to ½ bodyweight for the front and OH squats. Squat only during the stated time intervals. If you finish the run faster than 2 minutes, you’ve earned a few seconds rest. Run slower than 2 minutes and you’ve lost time to accumulate reps.
See more →10 rounds:
1 minute of clean and jerks
Rest 1 minute
Use a barbell loaded to ½ bodyweight.
See more →
For max reps:
2 minutes to row 500 meters
1 minute of ring dips (2:00-3:00)
2 minutes to row 500 meters
2 minutes of shoulder press (5:00-7:00)
2 minutes to row 500 meters
3 minutes of push-ups (9:00-12:00)
Use a barbell loaded to ½ bodyweight for the shoulder press. Perform reps only during the stated time intervals. If you finish the row faster than 2 minutes, you’ve earned a few seconds rest. Row slower than 2 minutes and you’ve lost time to accumulate reps.
See more →Rest
Rest day
Enjoy the recovery time, or make-up anything you missed from last week.
See more →Affiliate Submission
Complete as many rounds as possible in 10 minutes*:
10 single-leg squats
5 power cleans
*At the start of each minute, stop what you’re doing, complete 4 burpees over the barbell, then resume the squats and cleans.
Men use 155 lb.
Women use 115 lb.
Today’s workout comes from Lori Hill of MetFix Method in San Ramon, California.
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Honor a fallen service member by completing a workout in their memory.
Choose from here.
See more →For load:
Deadlift 5-5-5-5-5 reps
Montreal-Spiced Ribeye
A buttery ribeye steak crusted with a bold homemade Montreal seasoning. See more →Ingredients
8 oz ribeye steak
1 Tbsp butter (for searing)
1 Tbsp butter (for finishing)
For the Montreal Seasoning
1 tsp coarse sea salt
1 tsp cracked black pepper
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
¼ tsp coriander seeds, lightly crushed
¼ tsp dill seeds or dried dill
¼ tsp mustard powder
Macronutrients
Protein: 52g
Fat: 58g
Carbs: 2g
Seared Scallops with Cauliflower Purée and Chive Oil
Seared scallops served over a creamy cauliflower purée, finished with a vibrant drizzle of fresh chive oil. See more →Ingredients
For the Scallops
6 large sea scallops, patted dry
1 Tbsp butter (for searing)
½ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 Tbsp olive oil (for finishing)
For the Cauliflower Purée
1½ cups cauliflower florets
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp full-fat sour cream
½ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper
For the Chive Oil
2 Tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
2 Tbsp olive oil
Pinch of sea salt
Macronutrients
Protein: 30g
Fat: 70g
Carbs: 9g
Green Goddess Chicken
Seared chicken breast topped with a rich green goddess sauce, served over a bed of fresh arugula. See more →Ingredients
6 oz chicken breast, thinly sliced
1 Tbsp butter (for cooking)
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Green Goddess Sauce:
½ avocado
2 Tbsp sour cream
1 Tbsp mayonnaise (sugar-free, clean ingredients)
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 Tbsp fresh basil, chopped
1 Tbsp fresh chives, chopped
1 tsp lemon juice
½ clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Lemon-Tossed Greens:
1 cup arugula or spinach
1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper, to taste
Macronutrients
Protein: 42g
Fat: 48g
Carbs: 5g
Smoky Beef Jerky Salad with Creamy Garlic Herb Dressing
Hearty salad featuring smoky air-fried beef jerky over crisp greens with creamy garlic herb dressing. See more →Ingredients:
4 oz lean beef (London broil or flank steak), sliced into ⅛-inch strips
2 Tbsp soy sauce
¼ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp ground black cardamom (or pinch of clove)
Dash of cayenne pepper (optional)
1 cup baby spinach
½ cup chopped romaine
1 hard-boiled egg, sliced
2 Tbsp shredded cheddar or blue cheese (optional, for extra fat)
2 Tbsp mayonnaise
1 Tbsp sour cream
1 tsp lemon juice
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp dried dill
¼ tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1–2 tsp water to thin, if needed
Macronutrients:
Protein: 35g
Fat: 35g
Carbs: 4g
Pork-Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Garlic & Ginger
Tender cabbage leaves wrapped around a savory pork filling infused with garlic and ginger, gently simmered and served with a bright, nutty dipping sauce. See more →Ingredients
8 oz ground pork
6 large green cabbage leaves
1 Tbsp butter (for pork)
1 Tbsp butter (for steaming)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 Tbsp coconut aminos or soy sauce
1 Tbsp scallions, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Dipping Sauce
2 Tbsp coconut aminos or soy sauce
1 tsp white vinegar
1 tsp olive oil
½ tsp sesame seeds
½ tsp fresh ginger, grated
Macronutrients
Protein: 47g
Fat: 65g
Carbs: 9g
Pork & Egg Breakfast Skillet with Avocado
Ground pork, buttery spinach, fried eggs, and creamy avocado come together in a rich breakfast skillet. See more →Ingredients
6 oz ground pork
2 eggs
1 cup spinach, chopped
1 Tbsp butter (for pork)
1 Tbsp butter (for eggs)
½ avocado, sliced
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 Tbsp fresh chives, chopped (optional)
Macronutrients
Protein: 49g
Fat: 70g
Carbs: 8g
Philly Cheesesteak Frittata with Jalapeños
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For the Frittata
3 large eggs
1 Tbsp butter
4 oz cooked steak (ribeye or sirloin), thinly sliced or chopped
¼ cup bell peppers, thinly sliced
¼ cup onions, thinly sliced
1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (seeds removed for less heat)
2 slices provolone cheese, torn into pieces
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Avocado Mayo Drizzle
1 Tbsp avocado oil mayonnaise
½ tsp Dijon mustard (no sugar added)
½ tsp lemon juice
½ tsp olive oil
Pinch of garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Macronutrients
Protein: 60g
Fat: 60g
Carbs: 8g
Lamb & Rosemary Stew
Lamb stew simmered with aromatic herbs, vegetables, and red wine—naturally thickened through reduction for full flavor. See more →Ingredients
6 oz lamb stew meat (shoulder or leg), cut into chunks
1 Tbsp butter or tallow
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 Tbsp onion, diced
2 Tbsp celery, diced
2 Tbsp carrot, diced (or sub zucchini for lower carbs)
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ cup dry red wine (optional but adds flavor)
½ cup beef broth
½ tsp fresh rosemary (or ¼ tsp dried)
¼ cup mushrooms, sliced
Macronutrients:
Protein: 38g
Fat: 32g
Carbs: 6g
Garlic Steak Bites with Bacon-Wrapped Onion Rings over Arugula
Garlic-seared steak bites paired with crispy bacon-wrapped onion rings, all laid over peppery arugula and served with a creamy garlic aioli. See more →Ingredients
For the Steak Bites and Onion Rings
6 oz sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
1 medium yellow onion, cut into thick rings (about ½ inch thick)
6–8 strips of sugar-free bacon
2 cups fresh arugula
1 Tbsp butter (for searing)
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Garlic Aioli
2 Tbsp avocado oil mayonnaise
1 clove garlic, finely minced
1 tsp lemon juice
½ tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp olive oil (for finishing)
Salt, to taste
Macronutrients
Protein: 60g
Fat: 65g
Carbs: 12g
Za'atar Chicken Drumsticks with Cucumber Herb Slaw
Roasted chicken drumsticks coated in a fresh, homemade za'atar spice blend, paired with a refreshing cucumber herb slaw. See more →Ingredients
For the Chicken Drumsticks
6 chicken drumsticks (about 1½ lbs)
2 Tbsp butter, melted
1 Tbsp dried oregano
1 Tbsp sesame seeds
2 tsp ground sumac
1 tsp dried thyme
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper
For the Cucumber Herb Slaw
1 cup cucumber, julienned or thinly sliced
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
2 Tbsp fresh mint, chopped
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp olive oil
¼ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Macronutrients
Protein: 87g
Fat: 88g
Carbs: 14g
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