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 | May 29, 2013 | 1 rep @ 425 lbs | CrossFit Total |
| Back Squat | May 29, 2013 | 1 rep @ 320 lbs | CrossFit Total |
| Front Squat | Feb 08, 2013 | 1 rep @ 287 lbs | Burgener Total |
| Overhead Squat | Jan 02, 2013 | 1 rep @ 205 lbs | Overhead Squat 5-3-3-1-1-1 |
| Thruster | Feb 22, 2012 | 1 rep @ 195 lbs | Thruster : 1 Rep Max |
| Shoulder Press | May 29, 2013 | 1 rep @ 165 lbs | CrossFit Total |
| Push Press | Sep 25, 2012 | 3 reps @ 165 kg | Push Press 3 rep max |
| Push Jerk | Apr 29, 2013 | 6 reps @ 155 lbs 5 times | DT |
| Snatch | Jun 03, 2013 | 1 rep @ 180 lbs | Burgener Total |
| Power Clean | Dec 04, 2012 | 1 rep @ 10000 lbs | Power Clean : 1 Rep for Time |
| Clean & Jerk | May 31, 2013 | 1 rep @ 260 lbs | Clean & Jerk : 1 Rep Max |
| Bench Press | Mar 24, 2012 | 3 reps @ 180 lbs | Bench Press 3-3-3-3-3 |
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