9 CrossFit Workouts Trainers Love

How it works: Do 5 circuits for time.

Exercises:
400-meter run
15 barbell overhead squats (95 pounds)

The trainer: Grant Foreman, USA weightlifting sport performance coach, CrossFit level 1 trainer, and owner of Fathom CrossFit in San Diego

Why he loves it: “Some of the toughest CrossFit WODs are simple couplets (two movements) of a loaded and unloaded movement. ‘Nancy’ is a perfect blend of a loaded movement and running, but this CrossFit benchmark workout adds a bit of complexity with the overhead squats. Even though the weight is somewhat light for a regular CrossFit athlete, it becomes daunting as the rounds progress. If it’s your first time trying this WOD, I highly recommend scaling the weight down, or even just using a PVC stick.” (Related: 15 Health and Fitness Benefits of CrossFit)