Blog Week of 2-23-2026

Quote of the Week 2-23-2026

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“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”

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NEWS

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Welcome back friends! This week I have programmed all BRUTAL partner workouts, so I wanted to take some time to chat about why partner workouts build more than just muscle. You guys already know we believe fitness is about so much more than reps, rounds, and PRs. It’s about people. That’s why this week’s programming is all partner WODs and we couldn’t be more excited to bring the energy, connection, and FUN that comes with training together. If you’ve ever finished a tough workout alongside a teammate, or maybe your tiny wife, you already know… partner workouts hit different. You go harder because someone’s counting on you. There’s something powerful about knowing your partner is waiting on you or cheering you through that last set of wall balls. Partner workouts naturally push us to dig deeper. You take fewer breaks. You move with more purpose. You find that extra gear. One of my favorite feelings Coaching is watching that shared accountability that turns “I’m tired” into “I’ve got this.”

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Every workout this week becomes a shared win. Whether you’re splitting reps on deadlifts, alternating rope climbs, or tackling runs together, partner workouts transform individual effort into collective success. All this week let’s remember to celebrate the small victories: finishing a tough round, getting through muscle-ups, surviving heavy carries. These moments build bonds and that’s what creates a real gym Community.

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One of the best parts of partner WODs is how inclusive they are. With shared workloads and alternating rounds, everyone gets to contribute in their own way. Faster athletes can pick up extra reps. Newer members can focus on quality movement. Everyone supports each other where they’re strongest and where they need help. It’s teamwork in its purest form.

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This week is all about connection! This partner Mash programming is designed to challenge you, make you sweat, and most importantly bring you together. From synchronized runs to shared barbell work to alternating rounds, every day is an opportunity to move with someone new, strengthen existing friendships, and experience what makes our Community special. So grab a partner. Introduce yourself to someone you haven’t trained with yet. Cheer loudly. Laugh often. And don’t be surprised if you walk out feeling stronger in more ways than one.

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PROGRAMMING

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Like I said, BRUTAL partner Mash all week. Expect to be sore and keep on fighting. Most importantly- DON’T cherrypick! We can all do hard things. Let’s prove it. 

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LET’S GET AFTER IT PARTNERS!

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Monday

Metcon

Partner Mash

80 Wall ball shots 20/14

60 Push-ups

40 Pistols, alternating legs

20 Overhead Squats 155/105

Rest 2 Minutes 

2 Rounds for time:

25 Deadlifts 245/165

75 Sit-ups

25 HSPU

Rest 2 Minutes 

4 Rounds:

20 Alt DB Snatch (CC)

30 Doubles

Share All Workload as Desired

Tuesday

Metcon

Partner Mash

10 Rounds for time of:
9 DB Clean & Jerks (CC)
5 Muscle-ups
Rest 2 Minutes
6 Rounds for time of:
50 Double-unders
10 Overhead Squats (CC)
Rest 2 Minutes
For time:
800m Heavy Carry

Partners Alternate When Object Drops

Share All Workload as Desired

Wednesday 

Metcon

Partner Mash

6 Rounds for time of:
20 Burpees
10 Ring Dips
1 Rope Climb
Rest 2 Minutes
2 Rounds for time of:
800m run (Together)
20 Bar-facing Burpees
20 Push Press (CC)
Rest 2 Minutes
6 Rounds for time of:
10 Deadlifts (CC Heavy)
15 Toes-to-bar

Partners Must Alternate Rounds

Thursday

Metcon

Partner Mash

AMRAP 45

1 Round “Mary”

1 Round “DT”

“Mary”- 5 HSPU, 10 Pistols, 15 Pull-ups

“DT”- 12 Deadlift, 9 Hang Power Cleans, 6 Push Jerks (CC) 

Partners Must Alternate Rounds

Friday

Metcon

Partner Mash

10 Rounds
2 Muscle-ups
4 Handstand Push-ups
8 Kettlebell Swings
Rest 2 Minutes
8 Rounds
200m Run
100m DB Farmers Walk
8 DB C&J
Rest 2 Minutes
6 Rounds
12 DB Thruster

6 Box Jumps 

1 Rope Climb

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