CrossFit

This week's warm-up will probably feel pretty familiar. Many of the movement demands for this week's workout are similar to the ones for 26.1 and 26.2. You'll still need good overhead positioning for thrusters and strong posterior chain engagement to protect your back during the burpees and cleans. I suppose the only new thing is lat mobility for the front rack position, but that also requires good thoracic extension, which I've already covered the last two week. So this weed

Compared to last week, this workout still involves some legs and posterior chain, but it’s going to feel much more shoulder-dominant. Because of that, your warm-up should prioritize two main things: Preparing your shoulders for overhead stability Priming your pulling muscles for the gymnastics work A good warm-up will help your shoulders feel better during the workout and make your movement more efficient once fatigue sets in. Prefer to follow along visually? Watch the warm-u

Open Workout 26.1 is essentially a couplet of wall balls and box jump overs with med ball step-overs snuck into the middle. This workout is definitely leg-heavy, and will also probably fatigue your back. Here's what to target during your warm up so you feel primed for the workout. Prefer to follow along visually? Watch the warm-up exercise video demo below. Wall Balls: Prep for the Squat and Overhead Position Wall balls are essentially weighted squats that require good ankle