Benchmarks - Lifts
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- Notables
Overview
"If [an] athlete is serious about getting considerably stronger, he
needs to incorporate at least one explosive exercise into his
routine. And more is even better."
- Bill Starr
The barbell lifts include both power lifting and olympic lifting and greatly emphasize the strength, power, and speed aspects (among others) of CrossFit's ten general physical skills. Proven competency in each of these lifts is a good indication of overall strength and explosiveness.
Results
| Lift | Date | Result | From Workout |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deadlift | Jul 02, 2011 | 1 rep @ 425 lbs | CrossFit Total |
| Back Squat | Jul 02, 2011 | 1 rep @ 365 lbs | CrossFit Total |
| Front Squat | Nov 18, 2011 | 1 rep @ 130 kg | Front Squat 1-1-1-1-1-1-1 |
| Overhead Squat | Jul 26, 2012 | 2 reps @ 245 lbs | Overhead Squat 2-2-2-2-2 |
| Thruster | Jun 07, 2011 | 1 rep @ 245 lbs | Thruster 1-1-1-1-1-1-1 |
| Shoulder Press | Jul 02, 2011 | 1 rep @ 175 lbs | CrossFit Total |
| Push Press | May 24, 2010 | 3 reps @ 215 lbs | Lifting: Shoulder Press, Push Press and Push Jerks |
| Split Jerk | Apr 12, 2010 | 1 rep @ 257 lbs | Split Jerk : 1 Rep Max |
| Snatch | Jul 16, 2012 | 1 rep @ 225 lbs | Snatch 2-2-1-1-1 |
| Clean | Jul 23, 2012 | 1 rep @ 315 lbs | Clean : 1 Rep Max |
| Clean & Jerk | Jan 04, 2012 | 1 rep @ 134 kg | Clean & Jerk 1-1-1-1-1-1-1 |
| Bench Press | Nov 15, 2010 | 3 reps @ 275 lbs | Bench Press 3-3-3 |
CrossFit Journal Articles
Read More About The Lifts.
The Burgener Warmup -Mike Burgener
The Stance -Mike Burgener
Clean and Jerk -Mike Burgener
Behind The Neck Split Jerk -Mike Burgener
The High Hang Snatch -Mike Burgener
Reviewing The Snatch -Mike Burgener
Receiving The Bar -Mike Burgener
Snatch Grip Position -Mike Burgener
Power of Dynamic Pulling Exercises -Bill Star