I just returned from doing CrossFit Open Workout 18.1:
AMRAP 20 min:
8 Toes to bar
10 dumbbell hang clean and jerks
12 calories on the rower
My score: 267
It was okay. I wanted 10 rounds and didn’t quite get 9 rounds. I may re-do it, but I’m unsure. The row seemed to go on forever.
The atmosphere was great. We all supported one another and cheered one another on.
Still, something was missing, and I can’t put my finger on it. It was different than last year. I think I had all this hype built up in my head, and it was a bit of a let down. I’m unsure. I have such high expectations of myself, and I was disappointed in how I did.
All I know is the Open is different for me this year. It will probably be different next year. And the following…
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