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Don't Let the CrossFit Open Be a Stumbling Block (A Guide to Playing it Smart)

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In this Episode

We dive into a conversation about the CrossFit Open and its role in your long-term fitness journey.

Alongside 10x CrossFit Games athlete Cole Sager, we share insights on how to approach this community event intelligently, whether you're a competitive athlete or someone who trains for general fitness.

We explore alternative benchmarks for measuring progress and discuss how to make smart decisions about participation based on your personal goals.

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Key Concepts

  • The CrossFit Open is more about community engagement than fitness assessment

  • Better fitness benchmarks include consistent year-round testing across different modalities

  • Smart modifications and personal adjustments are crucial for long-term success


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