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Why you should do the CrossFit open
Test yourself against the whole world!
For a lot of people in the CrossFit community, the CrossFit open is the biggest fitness event of the year. The chance to compete against people from all over the world and push yourself to your limits sounds almost too good to be true! No matter what your fitness levels, you can – and should – compete in the CrossFit open.
What is the CrossFit open?
The CrossFit open is the first qualification stage for the CrossFit Games, which are held every year. During the CrossFit open, anyone can complete the workouts – which are released every week.
How do I enter the CrossFit open?
It’s pretty simple – all you have to do is register on CrossFit.com, select your division and then head to your nearest CrossFit gym!
Related: 4 things I learned going to the CrossFit Games by Carmen Bosmans
What are the different CrossFit divisions and difficulty levels?
Whatever your age, fitness levels or physical capabilities, you will be able to compete in the CrossFit open. There are a number of different divisions that anyone can participate in, so choose one that best fits your individual requirements:
- Rx: this is when you complete the open workouts exactly as they are written
- Scaled: you can make adjustments to the workouts such as lighter weights, lower reps or alternatives to gymnastic movements
- Foundational: if you’re completely new to CrossFit then you can complete workouts that focus on helping you to learn the key CrossFit movements
- Adaptive: the adaptive divisions offer equally challenging workouts for athletes that have a physical or neurological disability
- Age: within the above division you’ll be ranked against people of a similar age
You can compete in the CrossFit open as an individual or as part of a team.
5 reasons you should do the CrossFit open
#1 – because you can!
There are options for anyone of any ability, whether you’re new to CrossFit or are a seasoned veteran. If you’re still unsure, get in touch with one of our CrossFit coaches and we’ll help you!
#2 – test yourself and push your limits
If you have been a regular CrossFitter or Open participant this is your chance to test your fitness and depending on the workouts possibly retest a workout or two.
For the general population who train to stay fit and healthy it is also the chance to test yourself and how hard you can push during the different weeks of the open. You may end up doing something you have never done before!
#3 – learn your strengths and weaknesses
You learn, you will find out what you need to work on and you will see that the work that you have been putting in is paying off. I’m sure you will find out a little bit more about yourself also throughout the open.
#4 – engage the fitness community
The word “CrossFit Open” and “Testing” can be intimidating, however the environment is anything but and you will have a huge amount of support both from members and coaches to push you through the workout.
Compete against yourself or your friends, there is nothing like a competition environment to bring that hidden competitor out of you!
#5 – it’s fun
It is what it’s all about, coming in, working out and having fun with your friends and gym family. You will also get a good workout and that in itself will always make you better! We run CrossFit opens at InnerFight Dubai – get in touch if you’d like to participate. We’d love to see you there!
ENGINE
Building those engines with a partner this week, which means higher intensity intervals across the machines.
GYMNASTICS
We continue to focus on the infamous bar muscle and the Handstand push-up in gymnastics. As always, we break down the skills, and these sessions are for all levels!
HYROX
Anything from a half hyrox to a full hyrox depending on your goals. We will change the distance of the runs so that we all finish together.
MOBILITY
Lower mobility/flexibility takes the front seat now. We will retest a few weeks ago to see if we are improving. The finisher will be upper stabilisation drills.
PURE STRENGTH
This week in pure strength, have some tough bench press cluster sets and then some upper body accessory work on Monday, followed by a chance to progress the loading on the Single Leg work from last week,
WEIGHTLIFTING
This week in weightlifting, we are dialling in positions with a muscle clean and press followed by a heavy clean hang clean and Jerk complex followed by a tough EMOM.
Track Tuesday
This week is descending 400’s, dialling in some pace work ready for testing next week.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Sport City Track
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Wednesday Ride
Back to some hard Vo2max efforts this week. 6 X 4min zone 5!
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: BOTS, Al Qudra
Coffee Run
Hill reps! Our monthly hills session. This week we will start from a different location at the same time.
Brief time: 05:54 am Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Start Location (Common Grounds)
Parking is available here (underneath the bridge): https://maps.app.goo.gl/1VEi1knJQncTAopc9
Post run coffees at To the Moon and Back: https://maps.app.goo.gl/YZ2guifBnTQZLokMA
IFE Run WA link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/L0P8uWduZeiE7kin64pYfa
Saturday Ride
Our longer group ride, for riders who can avg around 30kph n group rides. We welcome anyone to join us.
Start time: 05:59 am
Monday
Time: 5:59pm ONLY
Location: InnerFight
Session: Ladies Only Tempo
This Monday we will be holding that Tempo pace (7/10 effort) for 10- and 5-minute blocks. Ensure to use the recovery to have the HR come down, if that means walking the recovery that is ok!
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Sports City
Session: Track Tuesday
This week we have descending 400s, each with a 40 sec rest. You will start at 10km pace and work down towards 3km pace on these reps. This is a chance to run fast with the wider InnerFight Endurance community and coaches.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: Ladies Only Intervals
Today we have 1km repeats off a 2 min rest. Rest will be standing to ensure the body recoveries after each rep. If you ran hard at Track yesterday, feel free to come along for an easy run.
Friday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Kite Beach
Session: The Coffee Run
This week we have hill repeats. We will meet further up the beach track this week to give us more time on the bridge/hill. Post run coffees at To The Moon and Back.
Sunday
Time: 04:29am
Location: TBC - will be shared in WA
Session: Dubai Run
This will be a fun, social run where we'll stick together, celebrating our passion for running, our community, and the rare chance to go along Sheikh Zayed Road without road rage.
This week at InnerFight, we will start off with some back squats and then leggy conditioning. On Tuesday, we have some gymnastics work followed by a tough EMOM. Wednesday, we will Sumo deadlift, then get into a rowing power clean WOD with ascending weight on the power cleans. Thursday, we focus on some upper body pulling work coupled with some single leg work and then some fast short AMRAPS. Friday, we are snatching, followed by a long continuous mover for Friday therapy.
Monday:
Strength:
Tempo Back Squats & Banded Pull Aparts
Conditioning:
Every 4 mins x 5 sets complete:
2 rounds
8 front squat (50/35)
8 lateral hops over the bar
8 box Jump over
Tuesday:
Strength:
A) Handstand Holds + Hollow Holds + Dual DB Strict Press + Hanging Leg Raises
B) Toes To Bar
Conditioning:
EMOM15
Min 1 - 5 wall walks
Min 2 -10 burpee shuttle runs (5m)
Min 3 -15 TTB
Wednesday:
Strength:
Sumo Deadlifts + DB Lateral Raises
Conditioning:
20 Min amrap
500/400m row
5 Power clean
*Every round build PC weight starts at 60/40kg plus 2.5/5kg
Thursday:
Strength:
A) Pull-Up Complex - Strict / Kippin C2B / Kipping Pull-Ups
B) Dual KB Front Rack Box Step Ups
Conditioning:
3 Rounds
3 min amrap
6 C2B
12/9 cal Ass bike
rest 2 mins
3 min amrap
6 Kb Push Press (2 x 12/16)
12 KB forward lunge
rest 2 mins
Friday:
Strength:
Snatch Complex - Power Snatch / Overhead Squat / Hang Power Snatch
Conditioning:
Its Friday so 30 Rounds of Fun.... Letsss Gooooo!
For a lot of people in the CrossFit community, the CrossFit open is the biggest fitness event of the year. The chance to compete against people from all over the world and push yourself to your limits sounds almost too good to be true! No matter what your fitness levels, you can – and should – compete in the CrossFit open.
What is the CrossFit open?
The CrossFit open is the first qualification stage for the CrossFit Games, which are held every year. During the CrossFit open, anyone can complete the workouts – which are released every week.
How do I enter the CrossFit open?
It’s pretty simple – all you have to do is register on CrossFit.com, select your division and then head to your nearest CrossFit gym!
Related: 4 things I learned going to the CrossFit Games by Carmen Bosmans
What are the different CrossFit divisions and difficulty levels?
Whatever your age, fitness levels or physical capabilities, you will be able to compete in the CrossFit open. There are a number of different divisions that anyone can participate in, so choose one that best fits your individual requirements:
- Rx: this is when you complete the open workouts exactly as they are written
- Scaled: you can make adjustments to the workouts such as lighter weights, lower reps or alternatives to gymnastic movements
- Foundational: if you’re completely new to CrossFit then you can complete workouts that focus on helping you to learn the key CrossFit movements
- Adaptive: the adaptive divisions offer equally challenging workouts for athletes that have a physical or neurological disability
- Age: within the above division you’ll be ranked against people of a similar age
You can compete in the CrossFit open as an individual or as part of a team.
5 reasons you should do the CrossFit open
#1 – because you can!
There are options for anyone of any ability, whether you’re new to CrossFit or are a seasoned veteran. If you’re still unsure, get in touch with one of our CrossFit coaches and we’ll help you!
#2 – test yourself and push your limits
If you have been a regular CrossFitter or Open participant this is your chance to test your fitness and depending on the workouts possibly retest a workout or two.
For the general population who train to stay fit and healthy it is also the chance to test yourself and how hard you can push during the different weeks of the open. You may end up doing something you have never done before!
#3 – learn your strengths and weaknesses
You learn, you will find out what you need to work on and you will see that the work that you have been putting in is paying off. I’m sure you will find out a little bit more about yourself also throughout the open.
#4 – engage the fitness community
The word “CrossFit Open” and “Testing” can be intimidating, however the environment is anything but and you will have a huge amount of support both from members and coaches to push you through the workout.
Compete against yourself or your friends, there is nothing like a competition environment to bring that hidden competitor out of you!
#5 – it’s fun
It is what it’s all about, coming in, working out and having fun with your friends and gym family. You will also get a good workout and that in itself will always make you better! We run CrossFit opens at InnerFight Dubai – get in touch if you’d like to participate. We’d love to see you there!
Track Tuesday
This week is descending 400’s, dialling in some pace work ready for testing next week.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Sport City Track
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Wednesday Ride
Back to some hard Vo2max efforts this week. 6 X 4min zone 5!
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: BOTS, Al Qudra
Coffee Run
Hill reps! Our monthly hills session. This week we will start from a different location at the same time.
Brief time: 05:54 am Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Start Location (Common Grounds)
Parking is available here (underneath the bridge): https://maps.app.goo.gl/1VEi1knJQncTAopc9
Post run coffees at To the Moon and Back: https://maps.app.goo.gl/YZ2guifBnTQZLokMA
IFE Run WA link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/L0P8uWduZeiE7kin64pYfa
Saturday Ride
Our longer group ride, for riders who can avg around 30kph n group rides. We welcome anyone to join us.
Start time: 05:59 am
Monday
Time: 5:59pm ONLY
Location: InnerFight
Session: Ladies Only Tempo
This Monday we will be holding that Tempo pace (7/10 effort) for 10- and 5-minute blocks. Ensure to use the recovery to have the HR come down, if that means walking the recovery that is ok!
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Sports City
Session: Track Tuesday
This week we have descending 400s, each with a 40 sec rest. You will start at 10km pace and work down towards 3km pace on these reps. This is a chance to run fast with the wider InnerFight Endurance community and coaches.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: Ladies Only Intervals
Today we have 1km repeats off a 2 min rest. Rest will be standing to ensure the body recoveries after each rep. If you ran hard at Track yesterday, feel free to come along for an easy run.
Friday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Kite Beach
Session: The Coffee Run
This week we have hill repeats. We will meet further up the beach track this week to give us more time on the bridge/hill. Post run coffees at To The Moon and Back.
Sunday
Time: 04:29am
Location: TBC - will be shared in WA
Session: Dubai Run
This will be a fun, social run where we'll stick together, celebrating our passion for running, our community, and the rare chance to go along Sheikh Zayed Road without road rage.
This week at InnerFight, we will start off with some back squats and then leggy conditioning. On Tuesday, we have some gymnastics work followed by a tough EMOM. Wednesday, we will Sumo deadlift, then get into a rowing power clean WOD with ascending weight on the power cleans. Thursday, we focus on some upper body pulling work coupled with some single leg work and then some fast short AMRAPS. Friday, we are snatching, followed by a long continuous mover for Friday therapy.
Monday:
Strength:
Tempo Back Squats & Banded Pull Aparts
Conditioning:
Every 4 mins x 5 sets complete:
2 rounds
8 front squat (50/35)
8 lateral hops over the bar
8 box Jump over
Tuesday:
Strength:
A) Handstand Holds + Hollow Holds + Dual DB Strict Press + Hanging Leg Raises
B) Toes To Bar
Conditioning:
EMOM15
Min 1 - 5 wall walks
Min 2 -10 burpee shuttle runs (5m)
Min 3 -15 TTB
Wednesday:
Strength:
Sumo Deadlifts + DB Lateral Raises
Conditioning:
20 Min amrap
500/400m row
5 Power clean
*Every round build PC weight starts at 60/40kg plus 2.5/5kg
Thursday:
Strength:
A) Pull-Up Complex - Strict / Kippin C2B / Kipping Pull-Ups
B) Dual KB Front Rack Box Step Ups
Conditioning:
3 Rounds
3 min amrap
6 C2B
12/9 cal Ass bike
rest 2 mins
3 min amrap
6 Kb Push Press (2 x 12/16)
12 KB forward lunge
rest 2 mins
Friday:
Strength:
Snatch Complex - Power Snatch / Overhead Squat / Hang Power Snatch
Conditioning:
Its Friday so 30 Rounds of Fun.... Letsss Gooooo!
ENGINE
Building those engines with a partner this week, which means higher intensity intervals across the machines.
GYMNASTICS
We continue to focus on the infamous bar muscle and the Handstand push-up in gymnastics. As always, we break down the skills, and these sessions are for all levels!
HYROX
Anything from a half hyrox to a full hyrox depending on your goals. We will change the distance of the runs so that we all finish together.
MOBILITY
Lower mobility/flexibility takes the front seat now. We will retest a few weeks ago to see if we are improving. The finisher will be upper stabilisation drills.
PURE STRENGTH
This week in pure strength, have some tough bench press cluster sets and then some upper body accessory work on Monday, followed by a chance to progress the loading on the Single Leg work from last week,
WEIGHTLIFTING
This week in weightlifting, we are dialling in positions with a muscle clean and press followed by a heavy clean hang clean and Jerk complex followed by a tough EMOM.
For a lot of people in the CrossFit community, the CrossFit open is the biggest fitness event of the year. The chance to compete against people from all over the world and push yourself to your limits sounds almost too good to be true! No matter what your fitness levels, you can – and should – compete in the CrossFit open.
What is the CrossFit open?
The CrossFit open is the first qualification stage for the CrossFit Games, which are held every year. During the CrossFit open, anyone can complete the workouts – which are released every week.
How do I enter the CrossFit open?
It’s pretty simple – all you have to do is register on CrossFit.com, select your division and then head to your nearest CrossFit gym!
Related: 4 things I learned going to the CrossFit Games by Carmen Bosmans
What are the different CrossFit divisions and difficulty levels?
Whatever your age, fitness levels or physical capabilities, you will be able to compete in the CrossFit open. There are a number of different divisions that anyone can participate in, so choose one that best fits your individual requirements:
- Rx: this is when you complete the open workouts exactly as they are written
- Scaled: you can make adjustments to the workouts such as lighter weights, lower reps or alternatives to gymnastic movements
- Foundational: if you’re completely new to CrossFit then you can complete workouts that focus on helping you to learn the key CrossFit movements
- Adaptive: the adaptive divisions offer equally challenging workouts for athletes that have a physical or neurological disability
- Age: within the above division you’ll be ranked against people of a similar age
You can compete in the CrossFit open as an individual or as part of a team.
5 reasons you should do the CrossFit open
#1 – because you can!
There are options for anyone of any ability, whether you’re new to CrossFit or are a seasoned veteran. If you’re still unsure, get in touch with one of our CrossFit coaches and we’ll help you!
#2 – test yourself and push your limits
If you have been a regular CrossFitter or Open participant this is your chance to test your fitness and depending on the workouts possibly retest a workout or two.
For the general population who train to stay fit and healthy it is also the chance to test yourself and how hard you can push during the different weeks of the open. You may end up doing something you have never done before!
#3 – learn your strengths and weaknesses
You learn, you will find out what you need to work on and you will see that the work that you have been putting in is paying off. I’m sure you will find out a little bit more about yourself also throughout the open.
#4 – engage the fitness community
The word “CrossFit Open” and “Testing” can be intimidating, however the environment is anything but and you will have a huge amount of support both from members and coaches to push you through the workout.
Compete against yourself or your friends, there is nothing like a competition environment to bring that hidden competitor out of you!
#5 – it’s fun
It is what it’s all about, coming in, working out and having fun with your friends and gym family. You will also get a good workout and that in itself will always make you better! We run CrossFit opens at InnerFight Dubai – get in touch if you’d like to participate. We’d love to see you there!
Monday
Time: 5:59pm ONLY
Location: InnerFight
Session: Ladies Only Tempo
This Monday we will be holding that Tempo pace (7/10 effort) for 10- and 5-minute blocks. Ensure to use the recovery to have the HR come down, if that means walking the recovery that is ok!
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Sports City
Session: Track Tuesday
This week we have descending 400s, each with a 40 sec rest. You will start at 10km pace and work down towards 3km pace on these reps. This is a chance to run fast with the wider InnerFight Endurance community and coaches.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: Ladies Only Intervals
Today we have 1km repeats off a 2 min rest. Rest will be standing to ensure the body recoveries after each rep. If you ran hard at Track yesterday, feel free to come along for an easy run.
Friday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Kite Beach
Session: The Coffee Run
This week we have hill repeats. We will meet further up the beach track this week to give us more time on the bridge/hill. Post run coffees at To The Moon and Back.
Sunday
Time: 04:29am
Location: TBC - will be shared in WA
Session: Dubai Run
This will be a fun, social run where we'll stick together, celebrating our passion for running, our community, and the rare chance to go along Sheikh Zayed Road without road rage.
This week at InnerFight, we will start off with some back squats and then leggy conditioning. On Tuesday, we have some gymnastics work followed by a tough EMOM. Wednesday, we will Sumo deadlift, then get into a rowing power clean WOD with ascending weight on the power cleans. Thursday, we focus on some upper body pulling work coupled with some single leg work and then some fast short AMRAPS. Friday, we are snatching, followed by a long continuous mover for Friday therapy.
Monday:
Strength:
Tempo Back Squats & Banded Pull Aparts
Conditioning:
Every 4 mins x 5 sets complete:
2 rounds
8 front squat (50/35)
8 lateral hops over the bar
8 box Jump over
Tuesday:
Strength:
A) Handstand Holds + Hollow Holds + Dual DB Strict Press + Hanging Leg Raises
B) Toes To Bar
Conditioning:
EMOM15
Min 1 - 5 wall walks
Min 2 -10 burpee shuttle runs (5m)
Min 3 -15 TTB
Wednesday:
Strength:
Sumo Deadlifts + DB Lateral Raises
Conditioning:
20 Min amrap
500/400m row
5 Power clean
*Every round build PC weight starts at 60/40kg plus 2.5/5kg
Thursday:
Strength:
A) Pull-Up Complex - Strict / Kippin C2B / Kipping Pull-Ups
B) Dual KB Front Rack Box Step Ups
Conditioning:
3 Rounds
3 min amrap
6 C2B
12/9 cal Ass bike
rest 2 mins
3 min amrap
6 Kb Push Press (2 x 12/16)
12 KB forward lunge
rest 2 mins
Friday:
Strength:
Snatch Complex - Power Snatch / Overhead Squat / Hang Power Snatch
Conditioning:
Its Friday so 30 Rounds of Fun.... Letsss Gooooo!
ENGINE
Building those engines with a partner this week, which means higher intensity intervals across the machines.
GYMNASTICS
We continue to focus on the infamous bar muscle and the Handstand push-up in gymnastics. As always, we break down the skills, and these sessions are for all levels!
HYROX
Anything from a half hyrox to a full hyrox depending on your goals. We will change the distance of the runs so that we all finish together.
MOBILITY
Lower mobility/flexibility takes the front seat now. We will retest a few weeks ago to see if we are improving. The finisher will be upper stabilisation drills.
PURE STRENGTH
This week in pure strength, have some tough bench press cluster sets and then some upper body accessory work on Monday, followed by a chance to progress the loading on the Single Leg work from last week,
WEIGHTLIFTING
This week in weightlifting, we are dialling in positions with a muscle clean and press followed by a heavy clean hang clean and Jerk complex followed by a tough EMOM.
Track Tuesday
This week is descending 400’s, dialling in some pace work ready for testing next week.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Sport City Track
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Wednesday Ride
Back to some hard Vo2max efforts this week. 6 X 4min zone 5!
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: BOTS, Al Qudra
Coffee Run
Hill reps! Our monthly hills session. This week we will start from a different location at the same time.
Brief time: 05:54 am Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Start Location (Common Grounds)
Parking is available here (underneath the bridge): https://maps.app.goo.gl/1VEi1knJQncTAopc9
Post run coffees at To the Moon and Back: https://maps.app.goo.gl/YZ2guifBnTQZLokMA
IFE Run WA link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/L0P8uWduZeiE7kin64pYfa
Saturday Ride
Our longer group ride, for riders who can avg around 30kph n group rides. We welcome anyone to join us.
Start time: 05:59 am
For a lot of people in the CrossFit community, the CrossFit open is the biggest fitness event of the year. The chance to compete against people from all over the world and push yourself to your limits sounds almost too good to be true! No matter what your fitness levels, you can – and should – compete in the CrossFit open.
What is the CrossFit open?
The CrossFit open is the first qualification stage for the CrossFit Games, which are held every year. During the CrossFit open, anyone can complete the workouts – which are released every week.
How do I enter the CrossFit open?
It’s pretty simple – all you have to do is register on CrossFit.com, select your division and then head to your nearest CrossFit gym!
Related: 4 things I learned going to the CrossFit Games by Carmen Bosmans
What are the different CrossFit divisions and difficulty levels?
Whatever your age, fitness levels or physical capabilities, you will be able to compete in the CrossFit open. There are a number of different divisions that anyone can participate in, so choose one that best fits your individual requirements:
- Rx: this is when you complete the open workouts exactly as they are written
- Scaled: you can make adjustments to the workouts such as lighter weights, lower reps or alternatives to gymnastic movements
- Foundational: if you’re completely new to CrossFit then you can complete workouts that focus on helping you to learn the key CrossFit movements
- Adaptive: the adaptive divisions offer equally challenging workouts for athletes that have a physical or neurological disability
- Age: within the above division you’ll be ranked against people of a similar age
You can compete in the CrossFit open as an individual or as part of a team.
5 reasons you should do the CrossFit open
#1 – because you can!
There are options for anyone of any ability, whether you’re new to CrossFit or are a seasoned veteran. If you’re still unsure, get in touch with one of our CrossFit coaches and we’ll help you!
#2 – test yourself and push your limits
If you have been a regular CrossFitter or Open participant this is your chance to test your fitness and depending on the workouts possibly retest a workout or two.
For the general population who train to stay fit and healthy it is also the chance to test yourself and how hard you can push during the different weeks of the open. You may end up doing something you have never done before!
#3 – learn your strengths and weaknesses
You learn, you will find out what you need to work on and you will see that the work that you have been putting in is paying off. I’m sure you will find out a little bit more about yourself also throughout the open.
#4 – engage the fitness community
The word “CrossFit Open” and “Testing” can be intimidating, however the environment is anything but and you will have a huge amount of support both from members and coaches to push you through the workout.
Compete against yourself or your friends, there is nothing like a competition environment to bring that hidden competitor out of you!
#5 – it’s fun
It is what it’s all about, coming in, working out and having fun with your friends and gym family. You will also get a good workout and that in itself will always make you better! We run CrossFit opens at InnerFight Dubai – get in touch if you’d like to participate. We’d love to see you there!
For a lot of people in the CrossFit community, the CrossFit open is the biggest fitness event of the year. The chance to compete against people from all over the world and push yourself to your limits sounds almost too good to be true! No matter what your fitness levels, you can – and should – compete in the CrossFit open.
What is the CrossFit open?
The CrossFit open is the first qualification stage for the CrossFit Games, which are held every year. During the CrossFit open, anyone can complete the workouts – which are released every week.
How do I enter the CrossFit open?
It’s pretty simple – all you have to do is register on CrossFit.com, select your division and then head to your nearest CrossFit gym!
Related: 4 things I learned going to the CrossFit Games by Carmen Bosmans
What are the different CrossFit divisions and difficulty levels?
Whatever your age, fitness levels or physical capabilities, you will be able to compete in the CrossFit open. There are a number of different divisions that anyone can participate in, so choose one that best fits your individual requirements:
- Rx: this is when you complete the open workouts exactly as they are written
- Scaled: you can make adjustments to the workouts such as lighter weights, lower reps or alternatives to gymnastic movements
- Foundational: if you’re completely new to CrossFit then you can complete workouts that focus on helping you to learn the key CrossFit movements
- Adaptive: the adaptive divisions offer equally challenging workouts for athletes that have a physical or neurological disability
- Age: within the above division you’ll be ranked against people of a similar age
You can compete in the CrossFit open as an individual or as part of a team.
5 reasons you should do the CrossFit open
#1 – because you can!
There are options for anyone of any ability, whether you’re new to CrossFit or are a seasoned veteran. If you’re still unsure, get in touch with one of our CrossFit coaches and we’ll help you!
#2 – test yourself and push your limits
If you have been a regular CrossFitter or Open participant this is your chance to test your fitness and depending on the workouts possibly retest a workout or two.
For the general population who train to stay fit and healthy it is also the chance to test yourself and how hard you can push during the different weeks of the open. You may end up doing something you have never done before!
#3 – learn your strengths and weaknesses
You learn, you will find out what you need to work on and you will see that the work that you have been putting in is paying off. I’m sure you will find out a little bit more about yourself also throughout the open.
#4 – engage the fitness community
The word “CrossFit Open” and “Testing” can be intimidating, however the environment is anything but and you will have a huge amount of support both from members and coaches to push you through the workout.
Compete against yourself or your friends, there is nothing like a competition environment to bring that hidden competitor out of you!
#5 – it’s fun
It is what it’s all about, coming in, working out and having fun with your friends and gym family. You will also get a good workout and that in itself will always make you better! We run CrossFit opens at InnerFight Dubai – get in touch if you’d like to participate. We’d love to see you there!
One-Hour Workout: Revving Your Swim Engine
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