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Randy

For Time
Format
5–15 min
Avg Time
75/55 lb
Load (M/F)

The Workout

For time:

In memory of Army Spc. Randy Simmons, LAPD SWAT, KIA February 7, 2008.

Average Scores by Level

Randy is a pure barbell cycling workout — 75 power snatches at a moderate weight. It rewards athletes who can move the bar efficiently and maintain a rhythm under fatigue.

LevelTime / ScoreNotes
Beginner15+ minScale to 45/35 lb
Intermediate8–15 minRx, sets of 5–10
Advanced5–8 minTouch-and-go cycling
EliteSub 5 minFast unbroken sets

Scaling Options

Reduce to 45/35 lb for athletes newer to the snatch. Technique is critical — a missed rep or failed catch costs far more time than slowing down slightly.

Strategy Tips

Touch-and-go reps are faster than singles if your technique holds up. Aim for sets of 10-15 early, then transition to sets of 5 as fatigue builds. Breathing rhythm is key — exhale on the way down, inhale on the drive up.

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