100 Rep Deadlift Challenge
If you're looking for a pure deadlift challenge, this one is sure to challenge your body, heart, and mind!
How To Do It
- Select a weight you can do for 10-15 reps.
- Do 20 sets of 5 reps with that weight.
- You have 10 minutes to complete the 100 reps. If you're unable to complete it in 10 minutes, stop and record your total number. Beat it next time around.
Note: If you haven't been deadlifting much, shoot for 50 total reps instead of 100 to get acclimated. If you have been deadlifting but not with high reps and volume, slow your pace and give yourself 20 minutes. Then slowly accelerate over a number of weeks before attempting the 10 minute barrier.
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