In memory of US Army Staff Sergeant Edwardo Loredo
The Hero
Staff Sergeant Edwardo Loredo joined the Army shortly after graduating from Sam Houston High School. He died in Jelewar, Afghanistan, when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device while he was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Edwardo was killed by injuries sustained when an IED was detonated near his dismounted patrol. Among his military awards and decorations were the Bronze Star Medal; and Purple Heart. He is survived by his wife, First Sergeant Jennifer Loredo; his daughter, Laura Isabelle; his stepdaughter, Alexis; and his son, Eduardo Enrique.
Workout Notes
There is a lot of flexibility in this workout, which makes it ideal for all levels of PATHFINDER rosters. This is a great WOD if you have the use of a 400m track to keep yourself on task. There are enough movements (and low enough volume per set) in “Loredo” to avoid any major muscle fatigue. When done right, it should feel a little too long, like the workout should have only been 4 rounds—not 6.
Modifications
Reduce the volume (either the total number of rounds or reps) to move effectively through the workout. A strong pace—and minimal rest breaks—is important to get the benefits of the Loredo Hero WOD.
Choose a push-up option that will allow you to start each round with one large set and then move to smaller sets. Knee push-ups OK.
This is a bodyweight workout, but if you want more, wear your ruck.
The Workout
Loredo (For Time)
6 Rounds for time of:
- 24 x Squats
- 24 x Push-ups
- 24 x Walking Lunge Steps
- 400m Run (or Ruck, or Walk)
