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CrossFit Open Workout 20.3

November 7, 2019 Tim Comments Off

NOTE: This is a previous week’s workout – click here for the CrossFit Open Workout 20.5. The third workout of the CrossFit Open 2020 has been announced. This is the third of 5 weekly workouts for the CrossFit Open 2020. The CrossFit Open Workout 20.3 details are below. CrossFit Open Workout 20.3 : Rx Diane 21-15-9 reps of: Deadlifts, Handstand push-ups Women: 155 lb. Men: 225 lb. Then, 21-15-9 reps of: Deadlifts 50-ft. handstand walk after each set Women: 205 lb. Men: 315 lb. Time cap: 9 minutes Remember, scores must be submitted by 8pm Eastern/5pm Pacific on Monday October 28th. Please reference the official CrossFit Open Rules as needed. Official movement standards for 20.3: See more details at the [Read more …]

CrossFit Open 2020 Gear

November 7, 2019 Tim Comments Off

Looking for the latest CrossFit Open 2020 workout? Check out CrossFit Open Workout 20.5. We’re going to look at gear you might need for the CrossFit Open 2020. These items are minimal gear – nothing fancy – and just the bare minimum that you might need. The open is on now – and we’re just about 1/2 way through – grab a few essentials now so you are ready to improve your performance for workout 20.3. Here’s the gear we’ll be reviewing: Let’s take a closer look. Why Rogue Fitness? We’re going to recommend a lot of Rogue Fitness products in this guide. Why? Because Rogue is the coolest name in CrossFit – they supply the equipment used in the [Read more …]

CrossFit Open Workout 20.2

November 7, 2019 Tim Comments Off

NOTE: This is a previous week’s workout – click here for the CrossFit Open Workout 20.5. The second workout of the CrossFit Open 2020 has been announced. This is the second of 5 weekly workouts for the CrossFit Open 2020. The CrossFit Open Workout 20.2 details are below. CrossFit Open Workout 20.2 : Rx Complete as many rounds as possible in 20 minutes of: 4 dumbbell thrusters 6 toes-to-bars 24 double-unders Use 35 lb dumbbells for women, and 50 lb dumbbells for men. This is scored by total number of reps. Here’s some elite scores from the announcement video feed: Carol-Ann Reason-Thibault — 928 reps (27 + 10) Carolyne Prevost — 830 reps (24 + 14) Matt McLeod — 899 [Read more …]

CrossFit Open Workout 20.1

November 7, 2019 Tim Comments Off

NOTE: This is a previous week’s workout – click here for the CrossFit Open Workout 20.5. The first workout of the CrossFit Open 2020 has been announced. This is the first of 5 weekly workouts for the CrossFit Open 2020. The CrossFit Open Workout 20.1 details are below. Rich Froning finished in 9:59, Scott Panchik in 9:21! CrossFit Open Workout 20.1 : Rx 10 Rounds for Time of: 8 reps of “Ground to Overhead” and 10 “Bar Facing Burpees” 95 lbs for men 65 lbs for women Time cap: 15 minutes. Remember, scores must be submitted by 8pm Eastern/5pm Pacific on Monday October 14th. Please reference the official CrossFit Open Rules as needed. This type of workout is known as [Read more …]

Rogue Wrist Bands are a cheap and effective way to help keep your hands and grip dry.

12 CrossFit Gift Ideas for 2022

January 31, 2022 Tim Comments Off

We’re back with the best CrossFit gift ideas for 2022. We’ll be looking at items that are both affordable and easy to ship – but things that would be immensely useful to your beloved CrossFit trainee, athlete, coach, or gym junkie. Here’s the gift ideas we’ll be examining: Let’s take a closer look. Why Rogue Fitness? We’re going to recommend a lot of Rogue Fitness products in this guide. Why? Because Rogue is the coolest name in CrossFit – they supply the equipment used in the CrossFit Games and their stylish, high performance gear is revered for both its form and function. And a lot of it is made in the USA. Rogue brand equipment will be recognized immediately by [Read more …]

The Nike Metcon SF (also called Nike Metcon X SFB by some.)

Nike Metcon SF Shoe Review

April 30, 2020 Tim 8

Out of the blue Nike dropped a new Metcon shoe on us – the Nike Metcon SF. This is the first ever all-terrain Nike Metcon shoe. (Some vendors are calling this the Nike Metcon X SFB – but Nike lists it as the Nike MetconSF – so there might have been a late breaking name change. As you may know, the Metcon line has primarily been best for indoor usage (with the exception of the Nike Metcon Sport.) The other metcon shoes don’t have a really deep, aggressive tread. But no so with the new Nike Metcon X SFB. This is the metcon shoe meant for mud runs, obstacle races, and getting in the mud or the water will not [Read more …]

Rogue Echo Bike Review

January 6, 2022 Tim 12

In this article we’re going to present our hands-on review of the Rogue Echo Bike. We believe the Rogue Echo bike is the best air bike option for anyone in the market for a new air bike in 2022. Why? That’s what we’ll talk about here. Here’s a preview of the gear we’re going to be covering in this review. Let’s take a closer look. Why a Fan Bike? First of all – let’s get this out of the way. A fan bike (or air bike, or “assault bike”) is a wicked metcon workout. This is NOT like riding a spin bike like the Peloton or Keiser – this is a whole different beast. “Brutal” is often used to describe [Read more …]

The Nike Romaleos 3 XD weightlifting shoe is Nike's only lifter for 2019

Nike Romaleos 3 XD Shoe Review

August 17, 2020 Tim Comments Off

Nike has only one weightlifting shoe available in 2019: the Nike Romaleos 3 XD. But, it’s a very good weightlifting shoe. By the way – did you know Nike has released an improvement on this shoe? Check out our Nike Romaleos 4 Review. Lets review what makes this shoe special. Nike Romaleos 4 Release Date? The newest version of this shoe, the Nike Romaleos 4 was released on April 1st. 2020. Overall, it’s an improvement – so unless you find a good deal on the 3 XD – go for the Rom 4. Here is a peek at some of the styles available now. Other styles are available occasionally – so check back often. All right, let’s take a closer [Read more …]

Nike Metcon 5 Review

August 17, 2020 Tim Comments Off

At long last, the Nike Metcon 5 training shoe has arrived. Let’s find out what is new and improved. The Mat Fraser special edition (aka the “matcon”) sold out quickly at all retailers. But, now there are many other styles available – here is the Men’s Black/Gunsmoke color combination. Here’s a peek at some of the styles available now. Other styles are coming soon – so check back often. Nike Metcon 5 – Hands On Review from our YouTube Channel Want to see the Metcon 5 close up? Check out our review from our channel: Let’s talk about what’s new in this shoe. What’s New in The Nike Metcon 5 Let’s look at what is new in the Nike Metcon [Read more …]

Nike Metcon Sport

April 19, 2020 Tim 2

Nike has unveiled the latest Nike Metcon cross training shoe. New for 2019, the Nike Metcon Sport ($99.99 at Rogue Fitness) takes the Metcon shoe line in a radical new direction. The Nike Metcon Sport gives you the stability to lift heavy weights but offers more agility than any previous Nike Metcon shoe. Read on to find out more about this exciting new CrossFit training shoe from Nike. Best of all there are several great looking color options available now from Rogue Fitness and Roadrunner Sports. Nike Metcon Sport – A radical new take on the Metcon shoe concept The Nike Metcon Sport represents the biggest design shake-up since the Nike Metcon shoe line first debuted. Let’s take a look [Read more …]