The CrossFit Open workout 25.2 turned out to be a real challenge. Only 12% of women and 21% of men could finish the Rx’d version before time ran out. Elite athletes showed amazing skill in this workout that tested pull-ups, double-unders, thrusters, and bar muscle-ups. Colten Mertens crushed the men’s division with a blazing time of 4:01. The women’s division saw Mirjam Von Rohr take the top spot by finishing in 4:18.
The numbers from Workout 25.2 results tell an interesting story about who attempted the Rx’d version worldwide. Many athletes found the workout tough, and the stats show it – 27% of Rx’d women between 16-54 years old stopped when they hit their first bar muscle-up. The CrossFit community’s strength really showed up though, as 17,985 women and 54,285 men managed to complete at least one bar muscle-up during the workout.
Open Workout 25.2 Results
CrossFit Open 25.2’s second week brought amazing athletic achievements as several athletes set new standards in performance. Athletes had 12 minutes to complete 216 repetitions that combined barbell thrusters, gymnastics movements, and double-unders.
Colten Mertens showed incredible grit on the final day by completing the workout twice. He first posted 4:08, then pushed harder and set a new world record with an amazing 4:01. His time beat Scott Tetlow’s previous record from three years ago by six seconds. This win became Mertens’ third straight Open workout victory, after his wins in 24.1 and 25.1.
Mirjam Von Rohr’s path to victory highlighted her steadfast dedication to excellence. She spotted technical problems with her video submission and starting position after watching her first attempt. She then completed another round and won first place with 4:18, beating second-place finisher Erica Folo by 10 seconds. Her impressive performance still came up seven seconds short of Mal O’Brien’s standing record of 4:11 from 2022.
Open Workout 25.2 Tips By Rich Froning
Rich Froning’s CrossFit Mayhem coaching team shared key strategies to tackle 25.2.
They recommended:
- Breaking movements into smaller sets instead of going unbroken
- Quick movement transitions
- Using personal strengths in gymnastics or barbell work
- Saving maximum effort for the final thruster set
The competition stayed tight with close finishes among top athletes. The women’s division saw just nine seconds between second and eighth place. The workout proved challenging – only 12% of women and 21% of men finished all reps within the time cap. Participation rates varied by region, with South Korea leading at 90% Rx’d participation, Australia following at 81%, and the United States at 74%.
Workout 25.2 Division Winners Across Categories
Athletes showed exceptional skill and determination in Open Workout 25.2 in divisions of all types. The age group categories saw competitors set new standards for their divisions.
Age Group
Akil Lopez dominated the 14-15 age division with a time of 5:23. Keira McManus took first place among teenage girls with 5:46. The masters’ divisions saw Esteban Carvallo excel in the 35-39 category with a 4:35 completion time. Carolyn Prevost led the women’s division by finishing in 4:51. Kevin Koester and Shanin Leyvas posted impressive times of 5:20 and 4:50 in the 55-59 age group.
Adaptive Athletes
Extraordinary achievements marked the adaptive divisions in categories of all types. Juan Serrano Torres and Creusa Angélica posted exceptional times of 4:28 and 4:21 in the Short Stature division. Cameron Whittaker completed the Seated Quadriplegic division workout in 2:52, while Anneliese Williams finished in 2:12.
The Neuromuscular divisions saw standout performances from Evan Skarbek who completed the workout in 4:21, and Lauren Taylor who finished in 6:05. Mustapha Zouaoui led the Upper Impairment categories with 5:09, while Julia Halberstam showed remarkable skill with an 8:11 finish.
Country-by-Country Performance
Global participation revealed interesting patterns between nations. South Korea led the Rx’d participation rate at 90%. Australia followed at 81%, and the United States reached 74%. Completion rates varied by a lot between regions. South Korea achieved an 18% completion rate, while Brazil and Australia followed at 16% and 15% respectively.
Performance metrics showed 65% of women aged 18-34 performed the workout as Rx’d, compared to 86% of men in the same age bracket. The first bar muscle-up proved challenging. 27% of Rx’d women aged 16-54 and 11% of Rx’d men aged 16-54 ended their attempts at the 156th repetition.
Key Trends in Open Workout 25.2 Results
Statistical analysis of Open Workout 25.2 shows clear trends in athlete performance across divisions. The data from 101,957 valid scores helps us learn about CrossFit athletes’ progress.
Performance metrics have improved significantly since 2022. Female athletes showed remarkable progress with the 90th percentile improving by 24 seconds. Male athletes’ gains were more modest at 4 seconds for the same percentile. The lower half of athletes maintained similar distribution patterns. All the same, the top 25% achieved faster completion times.
Athletes’ scores clustered at specific points due to the workout’s increasing difficulty. Here’s how the rep counts broke down:
- 1-155 reps: 36% of women and 23% of men finished without reaching bar muscle-ups
- 156 reps: 28% of women and 12% of men reached but couldn’t complete bar muscle-ups
- 157-215 reps: 24% of women and 44% of men did some bar muscle-ups but didn’t finish
- 216 reps: 12% of women and 22% of men completed the full workout
Insights on Completion Rates
Athletes who completed the workout showed interesting patterns in their times. The average completion time was 9:43, with most athletes finishing around 10:01. Here’s how the times spread out.
- 10th percentile: 7:13
- 25th percentile: 8:32
- 75th percentile: 11:12
- 90th percentile: 11:44
Rep counts followed similar patterns. Athletes averaged 158.61 reps, with 90% completing between 102 and 207 reps. The 75th percentile hit 170 reps, which shows strong performance across the field.
Double-under segments weren’t as challenging as predicted, with few athletes timing out during these parts. The biggest hurdles came during gymnastics progressions, especially when athletes tried to transition to bar muscle-ups.
How to Scale Open Workout 25.2
Athletes of all skill levels can safely and effectively participate in Open Workout 25.2 through various scaling options. The workout comes in three versions – RX’d, Scaled, and Foundations. Each version preserves the core stimulus while adjusting movement complexity.
The scaled version offers progressive movement modifications for athletes aged 16-54. Women perform thrusters with weights of 45, 55, and 65 pounds, while men work with 65, 85, and 105 pounds. The gymnastics progression starts with jumping pull-ups, moves to regular pull-ups, and concludes with chest-to-bar pull-ups.
Age-specific modifications apply to masters athletes. Athletes 55 and older follow a modified structure that includes jumping pull-ups, jumping chest-to-bar pull-ups, and standard pull-ups. Women’s weight progression ranges from 35 to 55 pounds, and men’s weights go from 45 to 85 pounds.
Teenage athletes (14-15) have their own scaling parameters. Girls work with weights ranging from 35 to 55 pounds, while boys progress from 45 to 85 pounds. Both groups follow the adult scaled division’s gymnastics progression.
The Foundations version features basic movement patterns:
- 21 bent-over rows followed by 42 jumps
- 18 jumping pull-ups with 36 jumps
- 15 jumping chest-to-bar pull-ups with 30 jumps
Safety comes first during workout execution. Athletes must keep their barbell at least 5 feet away from the pull-up bar. Single-unders or jumping jacks can replace double-unders. Athletes can modify movements based on:
- Current fitness level
- Training background
- Energy capacity
- Flexibility limitations
- Previous injuries
These scaling options showed great success through participation rates. Data shows 65% of women aged 18-34 performed the workout as prescribed, while 86% of men in the same age group did the same. This smart approach to scaling helps athletes maintain proper form while achieving the workout’s intended stimulus.
Final Words
The CrossFit Open Workout 25.2 results showed amazing athletic achievements in divisions of all types. Athletes pushed their limits through challenging gymnastics and barbell movements. Colten Mertens shattered the previous record at 4:01 while Mirjam Von Rohr claimed victory with 4:18. Regional differences in completion rates were striking. South Korea led the pack with 90% Rx’d participation. Australia followed close behind at 81%.
The numbers tell an interesting story when compared to workout 22.3. Female athletes made impressive strides and improved their 90th percentile times by 24 seconds. Scaled versions played a crucial role in making the workout accessible to everyone. This allowed 65% of women and 86% of men in the 18-34 age group to try the workout as prescribed.
Adaptive athletes broke barriers while age group competitors set new division records. Athletes and coaches can learn from the analytical insights and performance metrics. These results highlight the ongoing development of CrossFit competition standards and athletic abilities around the world.