“What Is the CrossFit Open, and Why Should I Sign Up?”
January 1, 2025
January 1, 2025
Like all high skills, mastering handstand movements takes consistent practice and dedication to the mechanics.
Dedicated strength development and practice that maximizes efficiency and increases muscular endurance are critical for developing toes-to-bars.
The deadlift transfers to any movement that originates with pulling a load from the ground.
Thrusters require not only leg, core, and upper-body strength, but also the coordination and timing to transition from the front squat to a push press in a seamless core-to-extremity movement pattern.
Double-unders take time to master. Progressions, patience, and practice are key.
The chest-to-bar pull-up demands more than just pulling strength; it requires coordinated power, mobility, and refined kipping mechanics that can frustrate even athletes who've mastered kipping pull-…
Learn how to watch the live 2026 CrossFit Open workout announcements, and which notable Games athletes will be the first to take on the workouts.
CrossFit Shapesmiths celebrates 10 years as an affiliate ahead of the Open.
Velites has been named the Official Apparel, Footwear, Grips and Jump Rope Partner of the 2026 CrossFit Games, broadening its partnership with CrossFit following a successful debut in 2025.
Registration for the 2026 CrossFit Open, presented by Air National Guard, is now live! Test your fitness, join the global leaderboard, and unlock exclusive bundles.
In honor of the 20th CrossFit Games, we’re handing the pen to the community with a contest. For the first time, fans will have the opportunity to design the official medals to be awarded at the 2026…
Learn more about the 2026 CrossFit Semifinals, including how to qualify, dates and locations, and the number of Games-qualifying spots allotted at each event.