Learn how to scale CrossFit Open workout 23.2.
There are two options for athletes on how to scale CrossFit Open workout 23.1: scaled and foundations.
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The Scaled option is designed for athletes with some CrossFit experience who are not yet ready for the Rx’d version, while foundations is for athletes new to CrossFit and anyone who might feel intimidated by the original workout.
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How To Scale CrossFit Open Workout 23.2
Learn how to scale CrossFit Open workout 23.2.
| 23.2 Scale | 23.2 Foundations |
| AMRAP in 15 minutes | AMRAP in 15 minutes |
| 5 burpees | 5 burpees |
| 10 shuttle runs** | 10 shuttle runs or walks** |
* add 5 burpees after each round
** 1 rep = 50 ft
Scaled (16-54 years):
Immediately following the workout, athletes have 5 minutes to establish:
- 1-rep-max thruster (from the floor)
Foundations:
Immediately following the workout, athletes have 5 minutes to establish:
- 1-rep-max thruster for best technique and load
These are the official scaling options for athletes of all ages.
You can check out the scorecard for scaled variations here. If you are looking for the foundations scorecard, click here.
Check more information on CrossFit’s official website of the Open here.
How to Scale CrossFit Open Workout 23.2 for Masters 55+
All athletes are required to perform the same scaled version of the workout, with burpees and 50-ft shuttle runs, even master athletes age 55 and above.
How to Scale CrossFit Open Workout 23.2 for Teens 14-15
Athletes aged 14 and 15 are required to perform the same scaled workout as the other athletes with burpees and 50-ft shuttle runs.
Remember, the original 23.2A and 23.2B workout was:
23.2 A
15 min AMRAP
5 Burpee Pull Ups
10 Shuttle Runs
add 5 Burpee Pull-Ups after each Round
23.2 B
5 Minutes to establish a 1 rep max thruster
2023 CrossFit Open
Now in its 13th edition, the CrossFit Open is a three-week online fitness competition that unites the worldwide CrossFit community. It marks the start of the 2023 CrossFit Games competitive season and is the first step towards qualifying for the CrossFit Games.
This year’s Open runs from February 16 through to March 6, with workouts released weekly every Thursday. There are a total of 37 divisions (based on age, gender, and ability) and three different tracks to follow: RX, scaled, and foundations.
Did you know that Roman Khrennikov and Emma Cary won workout 23.1? Click here for all the information.
Image Sources
- 23.2 scale how to: Courtesy of CrossFit Inc.