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Preparing for the Open

Preparing for the Open

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In this episode of the Performance Plus podcast, Zach explores strategies for improving performance in the 2025 CrossFit Open, starting February 27th, 2025. He highlights the recent shift towards more inclusive and conditioning-biased workouts in the Open, providing examples from past years. Zach offers specific insights into important movements likely to appear, such as muscle-ups, double-unders, and thrusters, and recommends key Performance Plus programs to enhance endurance, gymnastics skills, and overall conditioning in preparation for the Open.

00:00 Introduction to the CrossFit Open Preparation

00:48 Understanding the Shift in CrossFit Open Programming

02:54 Analyzing Past Workouts and Trends

06:08 Key Movements to Focus On

07:50 Performance Plus Programs to Boost Your Open Prep

10:01 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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