The CrossFit Total

The CrossFit Total
Back squat, 1 rep
Shoulder Press, 1 rep
Deadlift, 1 rep

Today, you get to do the CrossFit Total.  Your CrossFit Total is the sum of your 1 rep max of press, back squat, and deadlift.  It is important for everyone to understand why and how we do the CrossFit Total, the thought process behind the selection of the three lifts, and what information we can gain from our total score.  In addition, lifting heavy stuff is cool.

Please read the following article, before attending the WOD if possible.

The CrossFit Total by Mark Rippetoe

The following chart provides a way to evaluate your functional strength.  Keep it on hand and refer to it on occasion.  Track your progress, acknowledge your accomplishments, and admire the accomplishments of your teammates.

CrossFit Total Rankings
based on tables by Kilgore, Rippetoe, et al.
(Aasgaard Co, 2006)