#002: Maximizing Your CrossFit Open

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#002: Maximizing Your CrossFit Open

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Nov 15, 2016

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In this episode: We talk about how to maximize your CrossFit Games Open. Topics include how to fit the events into your normal training schedule, what might be coming in 2017, & the value of leaderboarding.

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Nov 15, 2016

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