Geoffrey Verity Schofield outdoor bodyweight workout
Geoff's outdoor session combines pull-ups, pike push-ups, dips, rows and a final explosive pull. The source prescribes effort-based sets as well as fixed reps.
- Exercises
- 7
- Listed sets
- 30
- Equipment
- Outdoor bars
The routine
- SupersetPull-up3 x Near failureSource wording: 3 sets near failureSource wording: 6 sets near failurePull-up: sourcePike push-up: sourcePike push-up3 x Near failure
The first 3 of the 6 pike push-up sets. Alternate with pull-ups.
- SupersetChin-up3 x Near failureSource wording: 3 sets near failureSource wording: 6 sets near failureChin-up: sourcePike push-up: sourcePike push-up3 x Near failure
The remaining 3 pike push-up sets. Alternate with chin-ups.
- SupersetDip6 x Controlled; final sets hard
The video describes sets of 15 as Geoff's performance, not a universal rep target.
Source wording: 6 sets controlled, with the last few sets hardSource wording: 6 sets, each a drop set.Dip: sourceInverted bar row: sourceInverted bar row6 x To failure, then easier drop setAt failure, move the feet to make the row easier, then continue to failure.
- SupersetReverse-grip push-up3 x Near failure
Normal push-ups are the creator's easier option.
Source wording: 3 sets nearish failureSource wording: 3 sets of 3 volcanic reps.Reverse-grip push-up: sourceExplosive neutral-grip pull-up: sourceExplosive neutral-grip pull-up3 x 3Pull as fast as you can; preserve the explosive intent.
The routine comes from Geoff's video description, including the explicit exercise alternation and effort targets. Watch the video for how each lift is done.
How the session is built
- The source prescribes 30 sets in total. The pike push-up appears twice in the table to preserve the first two alternations; it is six sets total, not twelve.
- Alternate pull-ups and pike push-ups for three rounds, then chin-ups and pike push-ups for three rounds.
- Next alternate dips and rows for six rounds. Finish with three rounds of reverse-grip push-ups and explosive neutral-grip pull-ups.
- Alternation does not mean zero rest. The description gives no fixed rest timer.
- Geoff suggests starting with less volume, even half the listed sets, and using bands to scale dips, chin-ups and pull-ups.
Who it suits
Lifters comfortable with outdoor bars and bodyweight movements. The creator describes the full volume as challenging and offers a reduced-volume start.
Follow this workout
Follow the alternation and effort targets above. Keep near-failure sets and the easier-leverage row drop sets as written.
Swaps if you lack the gear
| Problem | Do this instead |
|---|---|
| Reverse-grip push-ups too difficult | Geoff explicitly allows normal push-ups. |
| Pull-ups or dips too difficult | Geoff explicitly suggests band assistance. |
Swaps and the notes on how the session is built are ours, not Geoffrey Verity Schofield's.
Questions
Why are some targets written as effort?
Near failure is the creator's instruction. It is a complete effort-based prescription, not a missing numeric range.
Are there 12 pike push-up sets?
No. Three in each of the first two blocks, six in total.
What is the row drop set?
Make the leverage easier by moving your feet after failure, then continue.
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The video belongs to Geoffrey Verity Schofield and is embedded from YouTube. Zurge is not affiliated with or endorsed by Geoffrey Verity Schofield. Routine checked against the video on Nov 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.