We are in the middle of the 2024 CrossFit Open, and this week, we head to CrossFit Shred Shed, a.k.a. Justin Medeiros’ garage, for a throwdown between the two-time champ and Colten Mertens. We’ve ... Continue Reading
“My Hiller Challenge,” Part 4: We Don’t Miss Snatches
Editor’s Note: This is the fourth part in a multiple-part series written by Athena Perez, chronicling the year-long challenge that she’s dubbed her “Hiller Challenge.” Throughout the year, Andrew ... Continue Reading
CrossFit Rising Oak: Raising the Bar for CrossFit in South Africa
Imagine being a gym owner and having the power at your gym shut off sporadically, sometimes for two hours, during your busiest classes of the day. It sounds absurd, but this is very much the reality for ... Continue Reading
The Open Report: Week 7 — The (Chalk) Dust Settles
Editor’s Note: “The Open Report” is a multi-part series by Mike Halpin that breaks down the current CrossFit Open registration numbers and examines their historical context. You can read the previous ... Continue Reading
Mayhem Mission Aims to Raise $100,000 for Human Trafficking Nonprofit in March
Founded by 10-time CrossFit Games champion Rich Froning, Mayhem Mission is hosting its fourth annual fundraiser on March 23. The lofty goal is to raise $100,000 for Atlas Free, a nonprofit organization ... Continue Reading
How to Watch the CrossFit Open 24.2 Workout Announcement Live
Week two of the 2024 CrossFit Open kicks off with the live announcement of workout 24.2 on Thursday, March 7, on the official CrossFit YouTube channel. And we’ve got all the details you need to know ... Continue Reading
Fergus Crawley’s 6 Time Management Recommendations To Maximize Training Results
Finding the time to train for a big goal while juggling other commitments can be challenging. However, time management is crucial for hybrid athlete Fergus Crawley, who is currently training for a ... Continue Reading
CrossFit VP Jay DeCoons Takes on His First CrossFit Open
Among those who were anxiously awaiting the first CrossFit Open workout to drop last Thursday was Jay DeCoons, who also happens to be the new VP of Global Affiliate and Operations at Crossfit ... Continue Reading
The Pit Fitness Ranch Prepares for a Big 2024 CrossFit Season as Teen Games Host and More
As the CrossFit season kicks off with Open Workout 24.1, athletes across age groups and individual divisions are logging their Open scores and embarking upon a months-long process to chase down a ticket to ... Continue Reading
Reebok Announces Launch of FloatZig 1 Running Shoes
On March 1, 2024, Reebok announced the launch of their FloatZig 1 Running Shoes. The FloatZig 1 combines Floatride Energy Foam and Zig Tech technology in the midsole shape to create an all-new running ... Continue Reading
An Ode to the CrossFit Garage Gym
In one of his first orders of business after CrossFit.com went live in February 2001, coach Greg Glassman programmed and published the site's first workout. Though it originally went unnamed, the workout ... Continue Reading
CrossFit Open Workout 24.1 Livestream Numbers Surpass 2023 Figures
The 2024 CrossFit Open kicked off at 12 p.m. PT/3 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 29, with the announcement of 24.1. The livestream continued to show significant growth in viewership year over year and ... Continue Reading
2024 CrossFit Open Workout 24.1 Tips
We finally embark on CrossFit’s latest rendition of the largest fitness competition worldwide to kick off the 2024 season. The 14th edition of the CrossFit Open led with workout 24.1 on Thursday, Feb. 29, ... Continue Reading
2024 CrossFit Open Workout 24.1 Released — Get Tips and Strategies From Top Coaches
It’s here! The first workout of the 2024 CrossFit Open has been announced, and the new CrossFit season is officially underway. We’ve assembled a dream team of elite coaches — Caroline Lambray, Michele ... Continue Reading
The Open Report: Week 6 — It’s Here!
Editor’s Note: “The Open Report” is a multi-part series by Mike Halpin that breaks down the current CrossFit Open registration numbers and examines where they stand in historical contexts. You can read the ... Continue Reading
The 2024 Rogue Invitational Will Be Hosted in Aberdeen, Scotland
The Rogue Invitational, which features elite CrossFit and strongman competition, is going aboard in 2024. The 2024 Rogue Invitational will be held from Nov. 8-10, 2024, in Aberdeen, Scotland. Since ... Continue Reading
ROKA Partners With CrossFit Games, Adds Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr to Athlete Roster
Eyewear and apparel brand ROKA has joined with CrossFit HQ to become an official partner for the 2024 CrossFit Games, both companies announced on Wednesday. Remind me: The 2024 CrossFit Games is being ... Continue Reading
9 Tips To Be a Low-Maintenance CrossFit Open Participant This Year
The CrossFit Open and Quarterfinals can be a stressful time for many, especially for those looking to qualify for the next level of competition. I remember. I was there once. Or five times. I ... Continue Reading
Maryland CrossFit Affiliate Rallies to Host 5K for Owners’ Family Member in Cancer Treatment
Jen Dant was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2022. She’s just 32. Her cancer has since progressed to Stage 4, which has expedited her treatment and overall everyday needs. CrossFit Equity, a gym ... Continue Reading
Interview: Haley Adams on Finding the Joy In CrossFit Again After Her Year Away
(Editor’s Note: This is the second part of our interview with Haley Adams. You can read part one here.) For Haley Adams, returning to CrossFit after a year-long hiatus required a change in mindset. It ... Continue Reading
Women Get More Health Benefits From Regular Exercise Than Men, New Research Suggests
New research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology suggests women reap greater health benefits from exercise with less effort than men. The research was conducted by a team from ... Continue Reading
How to Watch the 2024 CrossFit Open Announcement 24.1
The first live CrossFit Open workout announcement of the 2024 season is coming in hot on Thursday, February 29, on the official CrossFit YouTube channel. And we’ve got all the details you need to know ... Continue Reading
Interview: Haley Adams Talks About Her Year Away From CrossFit Competition
Almost exactly one year ago, Haley Adams took to Instagram to announce that she was stepping away from CrossFit for the 2023 season. In her social media post, she stated that she had been doing ... Continue Reading
Breaking Down the Most Common CrossFit Open Movement Combinations
Constantly varied programming is at the core of CrossFit, and with a multitude of movements to choose from, we should expect to see plenty of variations in movement combinations during the 2024 CrossFit ... Continue Reading