The HERD FIT
The HERD FIT
David Syvertsen
S7E215: Crossfit Open 26.2: Tips and Strategy
20 minutes Posted Mar 6, 2026 at 8:00 am.
Welcome And Episode Focus
RX Or Scale Decision Framework
What Scaled Athletes Should Expect
Mobility Limits And Overhead Lunge
Universal Strategy: Save For Final Gymnastics
Reps Per Minute And Scorecard Math
Pacing Tradeoffs And Tiebreaker Myths
Confidence, Failures, And Mental Game
Standards Clarified And Practical Warm-Up
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We break down the new Open workout and show you how to choose RX or scale, pace the lunges and snatches, and arrive at the final gymnastics with confidence. Mobility, mindset, and smart reps-per-minute planning turn a chaotic test into a clear plan. • choosing RX or scale using a two‑thirds rule • leaderboard quirks and why stimulus matters • scaled path realities for jumping and strict pull limits • overhead lunge mobility and non‑alternating rule • universal pacing to protect final gymnast...