How to pace across three RPM tiers without losing technique
How to transition cleanly from single to double kettlebell within one session
How to sustain high-quality reps under accumulating fatigue
How to use active recovery strategically between strength and cardio blocks
Kettlebell Monster
RELENTLESS
RPM ladders, double kettlebell power, AMRAP finish.
Who is this for
Intermediate-level athletes with single and double kettlebell experience ready for high intensity. Expect 16 to 20 minutes of work.
What you will learn
- Recovery, AMRAP workout format
- Dead Snatch, Clean, Sportstyle Jerk
- Scaling options for different levels
- Workout scoring and benchmarking
Difficulty breakdown
LevelIntermediate
IntensityHigh
Duration16 to 20 min
EquipmentSingle and Double Kettlebell
Work time19 min
Why this workout
RELENTLESS builds power and pacing through three progressive RPM drops — starting with heavy dead snatches and double kettlebell clean and jerks, stepping down in weight as the rate climbs. An 8-minute active recovery bridges you to a 10-minute scored AMRAP combining dead snatches and single kettleb...
About this workout
RELENTLESS builds power and pacing through three progressive RPM drops — starting with heavy dead snatches and double kettlebell clean and jerks, stepping down in weight as the rate climbs. An 8-minute active recovery bridges you to a 10-minute scored AMRAP combining dead snatches and single kettlebell clean and jerks.
Task 1 and Task 4 use a single kettlebell. Task 2 uses double kettlebells. Select three weights for the RPM ladder sections.
Task breakdown
Scaling
Simple scaling
- Reduce RPM targets — use 3/5/10 RPM instead of 4/6/12
- Use a single kettlebell for task 2 if double kettlebell is too demanding
- Shorten the AMRAP to 7 minutes for beginners
Detailed scaling
- Beginner: Use the RPM ladder with reduced targets (3/5/10 RPM). Sub single kettlebell clean and jerk for task 2. Use 7-minute AMRAP for task 4.
- Advanced: Add an extra set at maximum RPM in tasks 1 and 2 before the rest. In task 4, track rounds and aim to beat your score on each return to this workout.
Scoring
Rounds multiplied by weight used
Example: If you complete 7 rounds of Task 4 with a 20 kg kettlebell, your score is 7 × 20 = 140 points
The workout
Workout
Workout
As written by the coach
Workout
Task 1
Dead Snatch
4 RPM @ heaviest — 1 minute each side
6 RPM @ lighter — 1 minute each side
12 RPM @ lightest — 1 minute each side
2 minutes rest
Task 2
Double Kettlebell Clean and Jerk
4 RPM @ heaviest — 1 minute, rest 30 seconds
6 RPM @ lighter — 1 minute, rest 30 seconds
12 RPM @ lightest — 1 minute
Task 3
Active Recovery — 8 minutes
Task 4
Single Kettlebell — 10-Minute AMRAP
Dead Snatch
Clean and Jerk
Scoring
Task 4 is scored as rounds multiplied by the weight used.
Task details
Task
Dead Snatch — RPM Ladder
Work
Three progressive weight drops. Start at your heaviest weight at 4 RPM, drop to lighter at 6 RPM, then lightest at 12 RPM. Maintain technique across all three sets.
Task
Double Kettlebell Clean and Jerk — RPM Ladder
Work
Three progressive weight drops. Same RPM tiers as task 1. Double kettlebell throughout.
Task
Active Recovery
Recovery8 min
8 minutes of active recovery. Use this time for light movement, breathing, and mental preparation for the scored AMRAP ahead.
Task
Dead Snatch and Clean and Jerk AMRAP
AMRAP10 minScoring: Rounds x Weight
Single kettlebell. Score = rounds × weight used. Alternate dead snatch and clean and jerk each round.
- refDead Snatchsingle kettlebell sa · KB
- refCleansingle kettlebell sa · KB
- refSportstyle Jerksingle kettlebell sa · KB