The official announcement of the 2024 CrossFit Open Workout 24.2 came on March 7th, 2024, initially revealed by WWE champion Seth Rollins and then demonstrated by high-level male athletes Justin Medeiros and Colten Mertens. The duel aims to entertain while showcasing elite athletes’ strategies and performances, offering insights for participants.
As one of the year’s major sporting events, the 2024 CrossFit Open attracted gym-goers worldwide to participate, with thousands seizing the opportunity. Furthermore, Workout 24.2 continues to offer “Scaled” and “Foundations” versions, accommodating varying capabilities.
Moreover, Workout 24.2 challenges endurance with a 20-minute timeframe, requiring strategic pacing as sustaining high intensity is difficult. Also, video submissions for Workout 24.2 are due by 5 p.m. PT on March 11th.
2024 CrossFit Open Workout 24.2 has been Unveiled
Here are the Workout 24.2 for the 2024 CrossFit Open:
RX’d
First, perform as Many Rounds and Reps as Possible in 20 minutes of:
- 300-meter row
- 10 deadlifts
- 50 double-unders Men’s deadlift weight: 185 pounds (83 kilograms) Women’s deadlift weight: 125 pounds (56 kilograms)
Scaled
Secondly, complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
- 300-meter row
- 10 deadlifts
- 50 single-unders
Men’s deadlift weight: 135 pounds (61 kilograms)
Women’s deadlift weight: 95 pounds (43 kilograms)
Foundations
Thirdly, complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 20 minutes of:
- 30 strokes on the rower
- 10 deadlifts
- 50 single-unders or jumping jacks
Men’s deadlift weight: 75 pounds (34 kilograms)
Women’s deadlift weight: 55 pounds (25 kilograms)
*The load provided is a suggested starting point. If you are undertaking all the tests in the Foundations division, feel free to adjust the load based on your skill level.
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The Duel
The first duel of the 2024 CrossFit Open featured an intense matchup between Justin Medeiros and Colten Mertens. Moreover, Medeiros, a two-time CrossFit Games champion, faced off against Mertens, who overcame health challenges to excel in the sport.
Medeiros has proven himself as a dominant force in CrossFit, clinching victory at the CrossFit Games in 2021 and 2022. Additionally, he showcased his prowess at the Rogue Invitational during those years, solidifying his status as a top athlete. Despite a challenging 2023 season, Medeiros remains determined to reclaim his titles in the upcoming events.
On the other side, Mertens has demonstrated remarkable resilience, overcoming setbacks to compete at a high level. Diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disorder in 2023, Mertens persevered and achieved notable success, finishing 18th at the CrossFit Games that year. Now, he aims to make 2024 even more successful.
During the duel, Medeiros held a height advantage over Mertens, giving him an edge on the row machine. Despite Mertens’ efforts to catch up on the deadlifts or double-unders, Medeiros maintained his lead. Both athletes displayed extraordinary endurance throughout the 20-minute challenge.
Despite the intense competition, both Medeiros and Mertens remained focused, pushing themselves to the limit without rest. In the end, Medeiros secured 926 repetitions, while Mertens tallied 922. The duel showcased the determination and skill of both athletes in the 2024 CrossFit Open.
Note: 10 meters on the rower were counted as one repetition.
- Justin Medeiros: 926 repetitions
- Colten Mertens: 922 repetitions
View the duel and Workout 24.2 reveal here:
Only one workout remains to be announced for the 2024 CrossFit Open, which is Workout 24.3. The official presentation ceremony will take place on March 14th, while the competitors have a few more days to submit their performances. So, less than two weeks remain until the Open wraps up completely.
Overview
The 2024 CrossFit Open Workout 24.2 was unveiled on March 7th, 2024, featuring demonstrations by elite athletes Justin Medeiros and Colten Mertens. Furthermore, the workout aims to challenge participants’ endurance and strategy within a 20-minute timeframe. Video submissions are due by March 11th, with scaled and foundations versions available to accommodate various skill levels.
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