WOD: Mexican Pizza — Clean
Saturday, May 9, 2026 | CrossFit MYO, San Jose CA
The Workout
Warmup
3min Machine -Then- 3 Rounds 12 Banded High Pulls 6 Lunge & Twist 12 In-Out Jumprope
3 Rounds 6 DB DL 6 DB Farmers Carry Lunges 12 Front-Back Jumprope
Score type: Not Scored
Prep
4 DB Power Cleans 4 DB F/R Lunges 3 x 10 Double Unders 4 DB Power Cleans 4 DB F/R Lunges 20 Double Unders
Score type: Not Scored
Mexican Pizza
20min AMRAP 20 DB Power Cleans 20 DB Front Rack Lunges (2 x 50/35lbs) Max Set Double Unders
Score type: Reps
What Makes This Workout Effective
The max-set double unders at the end of each round are the programming move worth understanding here. You’ve just done 20 power cleans and 20 front rack lunges with 50/35lb dumbbells — your grip is cooked, your calves are lit, and now you need to jump rope as many times as possible before the next round starts. That’s the test: how well does your coordination hold up when you’re wrecked? The 20-minute window rewards athletes who can hold their DU sets together under fatigue, not just who moves fastest in the early rounds.
Scaling Options
| Level | Modifications |
|---|---|
| Rx | Perform as written (50/35lbs). |
| Intermediate | Reduce DB loading to 35/20lbs. If double unders are inconsistent, attempt them but cap the set time to 60 seconds per round. |
| Beginner | Reduce DB loading to 20/10lbs or lighter. Substitute double unders with single unders or jumping jacks to maintain intensity. |
Full Session Breakdown
| Block | Duration | What You’ll Do |
|---|---|---|
| Warmup | 10 min | Dynamic stretching and heart rate elevation. |
| Skill/Strength | 20 min | Movement prep and technical review. |
| WOD | ~20 min | The main metabolic conditioning piece. |
| Cooldown | 10 min | Recovery and mobility. |
FAQ
Q: How do I keep my back safe during the 20 DB Power Cleans? A: Focus on driving through your heels and keeping the dumbbells close to your body; avoid letting the weights pull your shoulders forward as you transition from the floor to the catch.
Q: I can’t do Double Unders yet—how should I scale the max set? A: Substitute with 2x single unders for every 1 double under, or perform a set of high-intensity “penguin jumps” to keep your heart rate elevated.
Q: What is the “Front Rack” position for the lunges? A: Hold the dumbbells upright against your shoulders with your elbows pointing forward, ensuring the weights are secure and not resting on your wrists.
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