Mary Workout
AMRAP in 20 minutes
- 5 Handstand Push-ups
- 10 Pistols (alternating legs)
- 15 Pull-ups
Benchmark Scores
- Beginner: 5-8 rounds
- Intermediate: 9-12 rounds
- Advanced: 13-16 rounds
- Elite: 17+ rounds
Tips
- Pace yourself: Mary is a 20-minute grind. Start conservatively—going out too fast will catch up with you by round 5.
- Manage your shoulders: Both handstand push-ups and pull-ups tax your shoulders. Consider breaking HSPUs into sets of 2-3 early on.
- Alternate pistol legs wisely: Start with your weaker leg. If balance is an issue, use a target (box or bench) to touch.
- Butterfly or kip efficiently: If you're proficient at kipping pull-ups, use them. Otherwise, break into quick sets to maintain grip.
- Scale options: Pike push-ups or box HSPUs, assisted pistols with a band or box, and banded pull-ups are all valid modifications.
- Stay moving: Short transitions matter over 20 minutes. Don't rest between movements—keep a steady rhythm.