Traffic Control Squat Red is designed for the athlete with immediate symptoms provoked by any form of squatting movements (e.g. backsquat, thrusters, lunges, wall balls, etc). With careful consideration of movement modifications and a well-balanced training regimen, athletes can expect to train safely while simultaneously resting their injury, avoiding the squat pattern completely for a period of time.
Joint Prep
A
Perform 5 min of your assigned physical therapy homework for lower body + upper body warmup below 2-3 rds: 5ea half kneeling front rack rotation 5ea scapular CARs --if no PT prescribed perform the following to tolerance-- 2 rds: 8-10ea side plank clamshells 8-10 DB tibialis raises @ mod load 8-10ea single leg calf raises (use plate, adjust height or to two feet as needed) 8-10ea single leg soleus raises (use plate, adjust height or to two feet as needed) **cap at 10 min**
Heat Up
B
8-12 min EMOM 1) 40sec bike 2) 20-40sec knee side plank R 3) 8-12 DB hip thrust @ mod load w/ 2111 tempo 4) 20-40sec knee side plank L x 2-3 rds **careful using too of a push through the pedals and elevate the seat higher than usual if bike irritates the knee, use arms to push/pull more than usual if so. Change machine to row/ski as needed. **scale up to side plank if there is no pain crossing the knee.
C1
Filly Arnold Press
3 x 6
C2
DB Knee Extensions
3 x 12
C3
Reverse Sled Drag
3 x 40
16-20 min EMOM
D
1) 40sec wall walks for quality 2) 40sec sandbag bear hug carry @ mod load 3) 40sec plank toe taps 4) 8-12 cal AB (40sec max) x4-5 rounds NOTES: **1 rep = 5 feet for carries and crawl substitute **wall walk: A) shorten distance to wall if needed B) pike bear crawl if unable to invert, or irritates symptoms **sandbag bear hug carry: goblet carry @ mod-tough load if no sandbag, sandbag bear hug/goblet hold for 40sec if loaded walking irritates symptom
Joint Prep
A
Perform 5 min of your assigned physical therapy homework for lower body + upper body warmup below 2 rds: 5ea half kneeling windmill (if it hurts to kneel, stand) 1:00 blackburns --if no PT prescribed perform the following to tolerance-- 2 rds: 8-10 prone DB hamstring curls @ mod load 30sec ea farmer hold w/ "perfect" posture 30sec ea clockwise/counterclockwise knee CARs 30sec ea clockwise/counterclockwise ankle CARs **cap at 10 min**
Heat Up
B
3 rounds: 6-12 cal AB (1:00 effort) 6ea staggered stance DB RDL @ mod load w/ 2111 tempo 30sec top of glute bridge hold (put DB/plate on hips as needed to increase challenge) 12 pikeover DB **careful using too of a push through the pedals and elevate the seat higher than usual if bike irritates the knee, use arms to push/pull more than usual if so. Change machine to row/ski as needed. **15 min time cap**
C1
Farmer Handle SA Sumo Deadlift
3 x 6
C2
Chest Supported Horizontal DB Row
3 x 6
15 min AMRAP
D
5 strict chin ups 10(5ea) alternating single arm KBS @ mod load 15 abmat situps 12-15 calorie row NOTES: **careful using too of a push through the feet in a deep squat/excessive knee bend after the catch in the row, try to keep the heels planted and establish a bit more of a hinge position if needed to avoid discomfort. If this still doesn't feel right, Change machine to ski or bike if this was successful prior. **strict chin up: perform band assisted as needed for an unbroken set
Joint Prep
A
Perform 5 min of your assigned physical therapy homework for lower body + upper body warmup below 2 rds: 5ea half kneel thoracic rotation (if it hurts to kneel, stand) 30sec ea clockwise/counterclockwise glenohumeral CARs --if no PT prescribed perform the following to tolerance-- 2 rds: 30sec ea clockwise/counterclockwise sidelying hip CARs 8-10 DB tibialis raises @ mod load 8-10ea single leg calf raises (use plate, adjust height or to two feet as needed) 8-10ea single leg soleus raises (use plate, adjust height or to two feet as needed) **cap at 10 min**
Heat Up
B
15 min for quality: 1:00 ski/row 20Mea single arm reverse sled drag @ mod load 6-12 pushup T 8ea pallof press 30sec ea banded quadruped hip adduction (if it hurts to kneel, stand) **careful using too of a push through the feet in a deep squat/excessive knee bend after the catch in the row, try to keep the heels planted and establish a bit more of a hinge position if needed to avoid discomfort. If this still doesn't feel right, Change machine to ski or bike if this was successful prior. **if no sled drag KBs or walk backwards 1:00 on treadmill w/ power off or at an incline you can manage
C1
DB Knee Extensions
3 x 12
C2
Barbell Hip Thrust
3 x 6
C3
Close Grip Bench Press
3 x 6
Intervals
D
90 sec on 12(6ea) alt DB seesaw press @ mod load erg bike/AB in remaining time **45sec rest** 90sec on 50' sled row @ mod load erg bike/AB in remaining time **45sec rest** x 4 rounds NOTES: **sled row: avoid excessive kneee bend here, stay relatively straight when rowing, this should primarily feel like an upper body exercise. If no sled, perform 10 ring rows @ TOUGH angle
Joint Prep
A
Perform 5 min of your assigned physical therapy homework for lower body + upper body warmup below 2 rds: 30sec ea direction feet assisted hanging scapular CARs 5ea sidelying thoracic rotation --if no PT prescribed perform the following to tolerance-- 2 rds: 8-10 prone DB hamstring curls @ mod load 8-10ea side plank clamshells 5ea 90/90 trunk flexion 10(5ea) 90/90 hip rotations **cap at 10 min**
Heat Up
B
8-12 min EMOM: 1) 40sec erg bike/AB 2) 6 single leg RDL R w/ 2121 tempo @ mod load 3) 30-40sec farmers march @ mod load (slow and controlled, pull through abs) 4) 6 single leg RDL L w/ 2121 tempo x 2-3 rds **careful using too of a push through the pedals and elevate the seat higher than usual if bike irritates the knee, use arms to push/pull more than usual if so. Change machine to row/ski as needed.
C1
Supinated Barbell RDL
3 x 6
C2
Sorensen Hold
3 x 30
C3
SA DB High Pull
3 x 6
Chipper x 2
D
For time: (10:00 time cap) 10(5ea) alt DB muscle snatch @ mod load 15 no pushup burpee 20 renegade row @ mod load 25 tuck ups 30 cal row/ski **2:00 rest** For time: (10:00 time cap) 30 cal row/ski 25 tuck ups 20 renegade row @ mod load 15 no pushup burpee 10(5ea) alt DB muscle snatch @ mod load NOTES: **Time to complete task includes rest **no push up burpee: soft landing no hop, if this bothers you, perform 5-10 inchworms (whatever takes ~45sec-1:00)
Katie Calanca, DPT
• Licensed Physical Therapist (NY State) • B.S. in Kinesiology • CrossFit Level 2 Trainer – CrossFit South Brooklyn • CrossFit Adaptive Training Certified • Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist (FRCms) • Functional Movement Screen Provider (FMS) • Former ActiveLife Staff (2016–2021) • Completed OPEX CCP Course
Emily B
CrossFit Competitor/Ultramarathon Runner
Verified Athlete"I came to Katie for help recovering from ACL surgery. At 1.5 years post op, I still struggled with significant weakness and limited mobility. I started the Yellow program, and within a week, I already felt stronger and more confident. The program challenged me both physically and mentally."
David B
CrossFIt Competitor/Hybrid Athlete
Verified Athlete"I didn’t know if I’d ever lift heavy or compete at a high level again after my back injury, but Katie got me there. I not only got back to competing, I’ve won functional competitions, powerlifting meets, 5K races and qualified for CrossFit quarterfinals twice."
Erin S
Powerlifter/D1 Soccer Athlete
Verified Athlete"I had low back injuries off and on for years that left me disconnected from the gym and movement, as well as defeated. Katie’s programming was so smart, it allowed me to build strength and stamina while also having fun. She instilled confidence in me to do many of things I love, pain free."
Stephanie A
CrossFit Competitor
Verified Athlete"Since working with Katie, I can confidently say that not only has my knee pain stabilized and gone away, but my general strength has gone up and I’m more secure at higher weights than before. I really can’t recommend her expertise enough! If you want to hit PRs without pain, SIGN UP NOW!"