2016 CROSSFIT OPEN WORKOUT 16.1

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CROSSFIT OPEN WORKOUT 16.1

It’s time! The first workout of the 2016 CrossFit Games season has been announced.

FROM THE CROSSFIT GAMES OFFICIAL:

Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
25-ft. overhead walking lunge
8 burpees
25-ft. overhead walking lunge
8 chest-to-bar pull-ups

Men lunge 95 lb.
Women lunge 65 lb.

Notes
Prior to starting this workout, each athlete will need to mark a starting point on the floor, measure out 25 feet and make another mark on the floor at the finishing point. Additionally, intermediate marks must be made at every 5-foot interval, each of which represents 1 rep of the lunge.

This workout begins with the barbell resting on the floor near the pull-up bar. At the call of “3, 2, 1 … go,” the athlete will pick up the barbell and lunge with it overhead for 25 feet. They will then perform 8 burpees, jumping over the barbell on each repetition, before picking the barbell back up and lunging back in the opposite direction. Once back at the pull-up bar, they will perform 8 chest-to-bar pull-ups, and then will head back to the barbell to begin the next round.

Your score will be the total number of repetitions completed before the 20-minute time cap.

Equipment
• Barbell
• Collars
• Plates to load to the appropriate weight for your division
• Pull-up bar
• Measuring tape

For each workout, be sure the athlete has adequate space to safely complete the workout. Clear the area of all extra equipment, people or other obstructions.

*The official weight is in pounds. For your convenience, the minimum acceptable weights in kilograms are 43 kg (95 lb.), 29 kg (65 lb.), 20 kg (45 lb.), and 15 kg (35 lb.). For the lunge, a 7.5-meter length divided into five 1.5-meter sections will be acceptable.

Video Submission Standards
Prior to starting, film the plates and barbell to be used so the loads can be seen clearly. Also film the measurement of the 25-foot lunge area and the 5-foot intermediate marks. All video submissions should be uncut and unedited in order to accurately display the performance. A second person with a stopwatch should be in the frame throughout the entire workout. Shoot the video from an angle so all exercises can be clearly seen meeting the movement standards. If the 25-foot lunge area cannot be seen in the frame, athletes will be permitted to lunge back and forth in a smaller area, so long as the 5-foot intervals can still be clearly seen.


Workout 16.1 Variations

Rx’d
(Rx’d Men, Masters Men 40-44, Masters Men 45-49, Masters Men 50-54, Rx’d Women, Masters Women 40-44, Masters Women 45-49, Masters Women 50-54, Teen Boys 16-17, Teen Girls 16-17)

Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
25-ft. overhead walking lunge
8 burpees
25-ft. overhead walking lunge
8 chest-to-bar pull-ups

Men lunge 95 lb.
Women lunge 65 lb.

Scaled
(Scaled Men, Scaled Masters Men 40-44, Scaled Masters Men 45-49, Scaled Masters Men 50-54, Scaled Women, Scaled Masters Women 40-44, Scaled Masters Women 45-49, Scaled Masters Women 50-54)

Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
25-ft. front rack walking lunge
8 burpees
25-ft. front rack walking lunge
8 jumping chin-over-bar pull-ups

Men lunge 45 lb.
Women lunge 35 lb.

Masters
(Masters Men 55-59, Masters Men 60+, Masters Women 55-59, Masters Women 60+)

Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
25-ft. overhead walking lunge
8 burpees
25-ft. overhead walking lunge
8 chin-over-bar pull-ups

Men lunge 65 lb.
Women lunge 45 lb.

Scaled Masters
(Scaled Masters Men 55-59, Scaled Masters Men 60+, Scaled Masters Women 55-59, Scaled Masters Women 60+)

Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
25-ft. walking lunge
8 burpees
25-ft. walking lunge
8 jumping chin-over-bar pull-ups

*Lunges are unweighted

Teens 14-15
(Teen Boys 14-15, Teen Girls 14-15)

Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
25-ft. overhead walking lunge
8 burpees
25-ft. overhead walking lunge
8 chin-over-bar pull-ups

Boys lunge 65 lb.
Girls lunge 45 lb.

Scaled Teens
(Scaled Teen Boys 14-15, Scaled Teen Boys 16-17, Scaled Teen Girls 14-15, Scaled Teen Girls 16-17)

Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
25-ft. front rack walking lunge
8 burpees
25-ft. front rack walking lunge
8 jumping chin-over-bar pull-ups

Boys lunge 45 lb.
Girls lunge 35 lb.

Visit CROSSFIT GAMES for all the information.

#THEWODLIFE OPEN COMP

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#THEWODLIFE OPEN COMP

WIN DURING THE OPEN!

Just follow these 3 Easy Steps! 

1. Follow @THEWODLIFE on Instagram.

2. Post a photo or video of you wearing or using #THEWODLIFE Gear

3. Tag @THEWODLIFE #THEWODLIFE and your box, gym or garage!

Every Wednesday we will be selecting 2 lucky people to win a $50 Voucher each to be claimed at THEWODLIFE.COM.AU. Also, if you tag your gym your gym will also win a FREE TWL Gym Banner Valued at $110!

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SUCK IT UP. SIGN UP!

CrossFit Open

SUCK IT UP. SIGN UP!

So, you haven’t signed up for the CrossFit Open yet? Having second thoughts? It’s your first year? Often some of the best decisions we make in life are some of the toughest.

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Regardless of whether you are looking to qualify for CrossFit Regionals or participating in your first year, the Open plays a special role in why we attend our local CrossFit Affiliate and why we overall embrace the sport of fitness. It’s one that despite the mountain of challenge that appears on the horizon, will undoubtedly make you much more awesome!

After competing in several Open seasons, across several different gyms, cities and countries we have felt every emotion possible throughout our Open experiences. Here are some of the highlights of why the Open is so great to be apart of!

How do you stack up?
An event where you can complete alongside of the fittest in the world such as Rich Froning and Katrin Davidsdottir, but you can also compete against your mum, your brother, your arch nemesis at the box and even your buddy who lives across the other side of the world. An event that brings people together, allows you to see how far you have come and how far you have to go. How do you stack up?

Perspective

Maybe the pressure of the Open isn’t for you. But maybe you might just have to adjust your perspective. Decide at the outset what exactly you want to achieve from participating in the Open. Maybe you want to string together some muscle ups, hit a snatch PR or stay in the game for all five weeks. Find that you aren’t focused? Need something to drive you to the gym each day or keep your nutrition on point?  Sit down, mark some goals that will help you grow not only as an athlete, but also a person. It’s this goal setting and achievement that drives us forward everyday. It’s the reason we do what we do. Here is your opportunity. Make the most of it.

Community

Are  you new to your gym? Don’t know anyone? Part of the morning crew and have absolutely no idea who the night crew are. Perfect! The Open brings together everyone and opens the doors to meet new friends, connect with the community and build life long friendships. The bond that is shared through sweat is amazingly stronger than we realise.

The Next Step…

If you are on the edge….Suck It Up. Sign up!

SIGN UP HERE! 

How To Watch The 2016 CrossFit Open

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 How To Watch The 2016 CrossFit Open

This week, the greatest Crossfit athletes in the world will compete alongside the rest of us in the grueling annual CrossFit Open.  Here is everything you need to know about how to watch the 2016 CrossFit Open.

WHEN:

16.1 – Thursday, February 25, 2016 at 4:45 p.m. PT (Friday, February 26, 2016 at 11:15 AM Australian Time)
16.2 – Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 4:45 p.m. PT (Friday, March 4, 2016 at 11:15 AM Australian Time)
16.3 – Thursday, March 11, 2016 at 4:45 p.m. PT (Friday, March 12, 2016 at 11:15 AM Australian Time)
16.4 – Thursday, March 18, 2016 at 4:45 p.m. PT (Friday, March 19, 2016 at 11:15 AM Australian Time)
16.5 – Thursday, March 24, 2916 at 4:45 p.m. PT (Friday, March 25, 2016 at 11:15 AM Australian Time)

WHERE:

Stream the live announcements during the above times at games.crossfit.com

Athletes:

16.1 ABBOTT VS. CHO

16.2 BAILEY VS. GUÐMUNDSSON

16.3 RAMIREZ VS. PALADINO

16.4 DAVIDSDOTTIR VS. SIGMUNDSDOTTIR

16.5 FRONING VS SMITH VS FRASER


Video Creds: CrossFit

ROAD TO THE 2016 CROSSFIT GAMES – INFOGRAPHIC

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ROAD TO THE 2016 CROSSFIT GAMES – INFOGRAPHIC

Once again, the most prestigious competition where more than 270,000 athletes took part last year is BACK! The crew from Barbells and Beards have put together a handsome infographic depicting the road to the 2016 CrossFit Games.

The Open will be a 5 weeks duration starting this 25th of February 2016. Been dreaming to be a part of this the most anticipated annual open?

Workouts are released on Thursdays (Friday Australian time) and all athletes have 4 days to complete the workout and submit their scores.

So what are you waiting for?  Take a part now and mark the dates! Sign up right here:
https://games.crossfit.com/announcements/2016-open-registration-live

CROSSFIT OPEN ANNOUNCEMENT 16.5 FRONING VS SMITH VS FRASER

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CROSSFIT OPEN ANNOUNCEMENT 16.5 FRONING VS SMITH VS FRASER

The final CrossFit Open announcement will take place at the venue that started it all. The March 24th (March 25th Australian Time) Open announcement and event will be held at The Ranch in Aromas, California and CrossFit HQ has arranged a line up of champions.

Reigning Fittest Man on Earth Ben Smith will challenge four-time CrossFit Games champion and Fittest Man in History Rich Froning Jr. as well as two-time silver medalist Mat Fraser.

Who’s going to take home the 16.5 win?


Video Creds: CrossFit

Open Announcements:

CROSSFIT OPEN ANNOUNCEMENT 16.1 ABBOTT VS. CHO

CROSSFIT OPEN ANNOUNCEMENT 16.2 BAILEY VS. GUÐMUNDSSON

CROSSFIT OPEN ANNOUNCEMENT 16.3 RAMIREZ VS. PALADINO

CROSSFIT OPEN ANNOUNCEMENT 16.4 DAVIDSDOTTIR VS. SIGMUNDSDOTTIR

Original 16.5 article can be found here:  http://games.crossfit.com/article/ope…

CROSSFIT OPEN ANNOUNCEMENT 16.4 Davids­dottir VS. Sigmunds­dottir

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CROSSFIT OPEN ANNOUNCEMENT 16.4 Davidsdottir VS. Sigmundsdottir

CrossFit Open Announcement 16.4 will take place in Colorado Springs, Colorado on Thursday March 17th (Friday March 18th Australian Time) with a match up between two young podium athletes.

Katrin Davidsdottir and Sara Sigmundsdottir proved to be powerhouse CrossFit Games athletes. In the 2015 Reebok CrossFit Games Davidsdottir  took the Gold and Sigmundsdottir took home the Bronze medal.

These athletes are extremely well matched and it should be a throw-down for the books!


Video Creds: CrossFit

Open Announcements:

CROSSFIT OPEN ANNOUNCEMENT 16.1 ABBOTT VS. CHO

CROSSFIT OPEN ANNOUNCEMENT 16.2 BAILEY VS. GUÐMUNDSSON

CROSSFIT OPEN ANNOUNCEMENT 16.3 RAMIREZ VS. PALADINO

Original 16.4 article can be found here: http://games.crossfit.com/article/ope…

RAW STRENGTH & CONDITIONING – OPEN WOD 05

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 RAW STRENGTH & CONDITIONING – OPEN WOD 05

Are you CrossFit Open ready?

The crew over at RAW Strength and Conditioning have teamed up with TWL to bring you 5 workouts over the course of 5 weeks to get you ready for the 2016 CrossFit season.

Each of the WODs have been designed and tested by Raw Strength & Conditioning and will suit anyone from advanced to aspiring athlete.

In true Open fashion, WOD 05 will incorporate everyone’s favorite movement… Burpees!

Grab a buddy and get to work!

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Missed any of the last 4 workouts? Check them out here:

RAW STRENGTH & CONDITIONING – OPEN WOD 01

RAW STRENGTH & CONDITIONING – OPEN WOD 02

RAW STRENGTH & CONDITIONING – OPEN WOD 03

Interested in gaining access to RAW specific training or individualized programming? Be sure to get in touch with RAW Strength & Conditioning here:  Rawstrengthconditioning@gmail.com

CrossFit Open Announcement 16.3 Ramirez VS. Paladino

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 CrossFit Open Announcement 16.3 – Ramirez VS. Paladino

CrossFit Open announcement 16.3 will be taken on by a Teenager and a Master at CrossFit JAX  in Jacksonville, Florida on Thursday March 10 (Friday March 11 Australian Time).

Shawn Ramirez, 41, and Nicholas Paladino, 17, both came out on top in their age division in the 2016 CrossFit Games and are said to be a pretty even match up despite their 24 year age difference.

We’ve compiled a short list of the two athletes stats based off their CF Games profiles:

Stats

Age:
Paladino – 17
Ramirez – 41

C&J:
Paladino – 315 lb
Ramirez – 315 lb

Snatch:
Paladino – 265 lb
Ramirez – 247 lb

Fran:
Paladino – 2:45
Ramirez – 2:23

Who will run away with 16.3?


Video Creds: CrossFit

Open Announcements:

CROSSFIT OPEN ANNOUNCEMENT 16.1 ABBOTT VS. CHO

CROSSFIT OPEN ANNOUNCEMENT 16.2 BAILEY VS. GUÐMUNDSSON

Original 16.3 article can be found here: http://games.crossfit.com/article/ope…