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Seesaw

Dive Into the “See Saw” WOD: A Balancing Act of Strength and Agility Welcome to the “See Saw” Workout of the Day (WOD), a uniquely crafted fitness challenge designed to test and improve your balance, strength, and cardiovascular endurance. This workout, offered at the Academy of Self Defense in Santa Clara, cleverly combines exercises that […]

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Valentine’s Day Massacre

Get ready to sweat with your swolemate this Valentine’s Day with the “Valentine’s Day Massacre” WOD! This AMRAP (as many rounds as possible) workout is a perfect combination of cardio, strength, and teamwork. You’ll need a workout buddy for this one, but trust us, it’ll be worth it. The workout includes a range of exercises, […]

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Love Hurts

Love Hurts: A Heart-Pounding Interval WOD That Challenges Every Muscle When it comes to fitness, sometimes “Love Hurts.” But trust us, it’s the kind of pain that leads to gain. At the Academy of Self Defense, we’ve designed a Workout of the Day (WOD) that will not only test your strength and stamina but also […]

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Who’s your valentine?

Today’s WOD at the Academy of Self Defense is all about explosive energy and total body conditioning! We’re mixing cardio, core, and strength in one killer workout that’ll leave you feeling stronger and faster. Ready to push your limits? Here’s the breakdown: 1. Front Kicks Get ready to fire up your legs and core with […]

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Shadow

Unleash Your Inner Fighter with the “Shadow” Workout Challenge Welcome to the “Shadow” workout, an innovative fitness challenge that combines strength training with the art of shadow fighting to create a unique and engaging workout experience. Crafted by the dedicated team at the Academy of Self Defense in Santa Clara, this session is a distinctive […]

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Dodgeball

Get ready to channel your inner playground champion with our exhilarating new Workout of the Day (WOD) – “Dodgeball”! This high-octane group fitness experience in Santa Clara combines the nostalgic fun of a classic game with the intensity of a serious workout session. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just dipping your toes into the […]

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Lucky 7’s

Today’s WOD is all about “Lucky 7’s.” This workout is a total-body blast designed to improve strength, endurance, and mental toughness. If you’re ready to test your limits, this one’s got your name on it! With a mix of explosive movements, bodyweight exercises, and weighted carries, this WOD will keep your heart rate up while […]

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Butt You Love It

It’s time to get your booty in gear with our new WOD, Butt You Love It! This high-intensity circuit workout is designed to target your glutes and core, while also challenging your cardiovascular endurance. The workout starts off with sumo squats, an exercise that’ll have you feeling the burn in your glutes and quads. Next, […]

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EMOM-ma Said Knock You Out

If you’re looking for a workout that will challenge your body and push you to your limits, look no further than the EMOM-ma said knock you out WOD. This high-intensity workout is designed to improve your strength, endurance, and overall fitness. Whether you’re an experienced athlete or just starting out, this WOD is sure to […]

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Takedown

Are you looking to improve your self-defense skills while getting an intense full-body workout? Look no further than the Takedown WOD at the Academy of Self Defense. This workout combines a mix of grappling and striking techniques to challenge both your mind and body. The Takedown WOD includes 8 exercises: Takedown, Guard punches, Wrestler sit […]

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