We’re beyond excited to kick things off with 25.2 tonight! Whether you’re an experienced competitor or just looking to celebrate fitness, this workout is designed to be inclusive, challenging, and most importantly – fun. So, don’t worry if you’re feeling a little nervous. We’ve got options for all levels, and we’ll be there to support you every step of the way.
If you're new to the Open, it’s important to know that this is not just about competition—it’s a community event that celebrates personal growth, pushing limits, and working hard together. It’s about showing up, giving your best effort, and having a blast with others who are doing the same. And tonight, we’ve got the perfect workout for exactly that.
Whether you’re officially competing in The Open or just want to join the celebration, there’s no one “right” way to do the workout. 25.2 is designed to give everyone a chance to get involved, no matter your experience level or fitness background. We’ve created a few different ways for you to participate:
Officially Compete: If you’re registered for The Open and want to follow the official standards, you’ll complete the workout as prescribed just like any other athlete competing around the world.
Get as Far as You Can: Not everyone is ready to complete the full workout in the 12-minute cap, and that’s totally okay. The goal is to push yourself and do the best you can. You can complete as much of the workout as possible, and your score will reflect both your tie-breaker time (how long it took you to reach a certain point) and the portion of the workout you were able to finish. This way, you’ll still have an accurate benchmark for your fitness!
Scale the Workout: If the prescribed version doesn’t quite match your fitness level, no worries! We have scaling options that’ll keep the intensity high and allow you to get a great workout in a way that’s safe and effective for you. You’ll still feel like you’re challenging yourself and can see progress each time you show up.
For time, you’ll be completing:
21 pull-ups
42 double-unders
21 thrusters (weight 1)
18 chest-to-bar pull-ups
36 double-unders
18 thrusters (weight 2)
15 bar muscle-ups
30 double-unders
15 thrusters (weight 3)
Time Cap: 12 minutes
Weight Categories:
♀ 65, 75, 85 lb (29, 34, 38 kg)
♂ 95, 115, 135 lb (43, 52, 61 kg)
While it’s definitely a challenging workout, remember to celebrate the effort you put in. We’ll be there cheering you on every step of the way!
Don’t let the Rx version intimidate you—25.2 has options for all levels. You can scale this workout to match your current abilities while still getting the intensity you need to improve.
Here are a few scaling ideas for the movements:
Pull-ups: If regular pull-ups or chest-to-bar pull-ups are too much right now, try jumping pull-ups, ring rows, or even band-assisted pull-ups.
Double-Unders: If you’re not quite there with double-unders yet, substitute them with single-unders.
Thrusters: If the prescribed weights feel a little heavy, feel free to scale down. You can use a lighter barbell or even dumbbells for your thrusters.
Bar Muscle-ups: Not there yet with bar muscle-ups? No worries—substitute with chest-to-bar pull-ups, jumping bar muscle-ups, or ring dips to still get the same intensity.
The goal is to push yourself at your level, and our coaches will be there to guide you through the best options for your fitness.
Come get warmed up and mentally prepared. For official standards visit: https://games.crossfit.com/open/overview
Get ready for an amazing night. We can’t wait to see you there!
Let’s make 25.2 one to remember!
