Which CrossFit benchmark was nicknamed 'Three Bars of Death'?

• A. Isabel
• B. Jackie
• C. Linda
• D. Karen

Answer: (C)

This question tests your knowledge of CrossFit benchmark nicknames and what workout structure those names describe. The nickname “Three Bars of Death” refers to Linda. Linda is a benchmark that uses three separate barbells for the three lifts—deadlift, bench press, and back squat—performed in a descending rep scheme (10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1) with weights set as 1.5x bodyweight for deadlift, 1x bodyweight for bench press, and 0.75x bodyweight for back squat. The combination of very heavy lifts on three bars and high-volume work makes it notoriously grueling, which earned the vivid nickname. The other benchmarks involve different movements (for example, Isabel is snatches, Jackie combines a row with thrusters and pull-ups, and Karen uses wall balls) and do not revolve around three barbells, so none of them fit the nickname.