CF Games Open WOD 11.6, and the Wrap-Up

Many people forecasted an event such as 11.6. But why did they do this? If you are a CrossFitter, then you will, without a doubt, know of the workout named "Fran". It is the classic benchmark CrossFit WOD. Although the programming of 11.6 was not exactly like "Fran" it definitely had some similarities.

The thruster. The pull-up (this time, chest-to-bar). How many reps can you complete in seven minutes? Okay, so the weight of the thruster was five pounds heavier than the "prescribed Fran" WOD; however, five pounds is negligible. As most of the other Open WODs went, this one tested your output...your capacity to move weight as fast as you could.

My goal for this WOD was to complete 115 reps. I completed 114 reps. I made up considerable ground over the last three Open WODs. I only wish that the first three WODs would have played more to my strengths, but hey, that's CrossFit...ever exposing your weaknesses and motivating you to improve upon them! Check out the video below to see how it all played out for me...

Overall, I believe that the CrossFit Open WODs accurately assessed the fittest individuals for each region. If you've been following the Open, then you will recognize some of the "celebrity CrossFitters" as well as some newcomers. With the popularity (and total purse for the Games) increasing, we will find more and more athletes coming out of the woodwork to compete for the title of "Fittest Man/Woman on the Planet". This year marks an exciting and promising step forward for CrossFit.

Rob, my friend and fellow CrossFitter, I am MOST proud of you! You are the 8th fittest man, in your age group, on the planet. It must be a surreal feeling. I will be following (and keeping your ass in gear) throughout your training, and subsequent competition at the Games in California.