JT
A 21-15-9 triplet of handstand push-ups, ring dips, and push-ups — three different pressing variations at the same classic descending scheme as Fran.
Movements in this workout
Scaling
Scaled
Pike push-ups off a box for HSPU, banded ring dips, regular push-ups if needed. Three pressing movements means shoulders go fast — break sets before failure, from the first round.
Beginner
15-12-9 of seated dumbbell press, bench dips, and elevated push-ups. Pressing endurance builds slowly; volume across weeks beats heroics on day one.
The story
Honors Petty Officer 1st Class Jeff Taylor, 30, of Little Creek, Virginia, a Navy SEAL killed in Afghanistan on June 28, 2005, when the MH-47 helicopter carrying a quick-reaction force to support Operation Red Wings was shot down. Posted in 2005, JT was the first Hero workout on CrossFit.com — three pressing movements and no legs to hide behind.
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