Open 17.1: Overview
Open 17.1 is a workout that was part of the 2017 CrossFit Open, which is the first stage of the CrossFit Games season.
The Open is a worldwide competition where athletes complete a series of workouts over five weeks, with one workout released each week.
Open 17.1 consists of five rounds of dumbbell snatches and burpee box jump overs, with the number of snatches increasing each round.
Open 17.1: Workout Description
The workout is for time and consists of the following movements, weights, and repetitions:
- 10 dumbbell snatches (50/35 lb)
- 15 burpee box jump overs
- 20 dumbbell snatches (50/35 lb)
- 15 burpee box jump overs
- 30 dumbbell snatches (50/35 lb)
- 15 burpee box jump overs
- 40 dumbbell snatches (50/35 lb)
- 15 burpee box jump overs
- 50 dumbbell snatches (50/35 lb)
- 15 burpee box jump overs
Open 17.1: Workout Variations/Scaling Options
For athletes who are unable to complete the workout as prescribed, there are several scaling options available.
One option is to reduce the weight of the dumbbell snatches, or to use a kettlebell instead of a dumbbell. Another option is to reduce the number of repetitions for each round, or to reduce the height of the box for the burpee box jump overs.
Open 17.1: Tips and Strategies
To complete the workout efficiently and safely, athletes should focus on pacing themselves and breaking up the snatches and burpee box jump overs into manageable sets.
It is also important to maintain good form throughout the workout, especially during the snatches, to avoid injury. Athletes should also be mindful of their breathing and take short breaks when needed to catch their breath.
Open 17.1: Athlete Performance
The average time for completing Open 17.1 varies depending on the level of the athlete. According to a systematic review on predictors of CrossFit performance, the average time for completing the workout among elite male athletes was 14:30, while the average time for elite female athletes was 16:30.
Open 17.1: Conclusion
Open 17.1 is a challenging workout that tests an athlete’s endurance, strength, and mental fortitude. With its combination of dumbbell snatches and burpee box jump overs, it requires athletes to maintain a high level of intensity throughout the workout. However, with proper pacing and form, athletes of all levels can complete the workout and reap the benefits of improved fitness and overall health.