CrossFit Open 2019 Archives

The CrossFit Open 19.5 workout was basically a very angry Fran. In this post, I'm recapping it from a scaled athlete's perspective.

CrossFit Open 19.5 Recap: Angry Fran

Posted on March 26, 2019March 26, 2019 by runoutofthebox

I don't think I was the only CrossFitter who groaned when the CrossFit Open 19.5 WOD was released. In 16.5, my first CrossFit Open, we had thrusters and burpees. In 17.5, thrusters and jump rope. In 18.5, thrusters and chest...Read More

The CrossFit Open 19.4 workout included a perfect blend of strengths and weaknesses for this scaled athlete. Read on to find out how I did.

CrossFit Open 19.4 Recap: Finally, Pull-Ups!

Posted on March 18, 2019March 17, 2019 by runoutofthebox

I had been waiting rather impatiently for a workout with pull-ups in the CrossFit Open. Specifically, I was waiting for a WOD with a muscle-up movement for RX athletes and a regular pull-up for scaled athletes. The CrossFit Open 19.4...Read More

How did the CrossFit Open 19.1 workout go for a 5'1" shortie? Read on to find out!

CrossFit Open 19.1 Recap: Not for Shorties

Posted on February 25, 2019February 25, 2019 by runoutofthebox

When I heard the announcement for the CrossFit Open 19.1 workout, my first thought actually wasn't "Dave Castro hates short people." It was a very simple, "Oh crap." I went to the box to hear the announcement and help judge...Read More