Open Stories

I joined CrossFit Train in February 2017 after some not-so-subtle nudges from a very good friend.  She brought me to a Thursday trial class, which lead to a few on-ramp sessions, and before I knew it, I was a member. Then, The Open came around.  Having just joined the gym, I convinced myself that there was NO way I was ready for a “competition”.  I decided to stay home, unconvinced of the magic of The Open. 

Every burpee, every push-up, every deadlift of the following year brought me clarity, strength, and friendships that I never could have imagined. By 2018, I was ready and excited for my first Open. 

I don’t remember my scores, who my judges were, or if I ripped my hands, but I do remember walking onto the floor of the gym ready to compete against myself, knowing that I had the power and support of my friends behind me.  The Open is you against you.  An opportunity for you to cultivate the power of every WOD you’ve done in preparation for that moment. 

This year will be my 5th open, and I will savor every sweaty moment. My only regret is skipping my first one!

- Kelsey R.

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2/22/22

WOD

EMOTM for 10 minutes:
1: Max Reps of X
2: Rest

*X=Gymnastics Weakness

For time:
Row 150 Calories