Monday, March 16, 2026

2026 CrossFit Open - Retrospective

Another games season in the books, this marks my 11th season competing from 2016-2026.

26.1 - Wall Ball Shots - Box Jump Overs - 12 min
26.2 - Walking Lunges - Dumbbell Snatch - Pull-ups - 15 min
26.3 - Burpees - Cleans - Thrusters - 16 min

Men 55-59

26.1 - 3186/4776
26.2 - 2992/4485
26.3 - TBD/TBD

Overall 

Moving up to 55+, the weights got lighter and the movements easier.  26.1 allowed for box step overs.  26.2 used a 35 rather than 50 pound dumbbell.  26.3 used a 75 pound rather than 95 pound opening barbell.

As far as being accessible and creating separation for the quarterfinals, the programming was excellent.  As far as the spirit of the open in terms of exposing holes in athlete's training, challenging athletes with uncommon movements and retesting workouts to demonstrate fitness over time, it was a bit of disappointment.  I had a great time and will continue to do the CrossFit Open when I can.

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