What is the 26.2 CrossFit Open workout?
The central question surrounding the 26.2 CrossFit Open workout is: what challenges does it present to athletes? This workout, announced by Dave Castro on March 5, 2026, at CrossFit Black Edition in Cascais, Portugal, includes a series of demanding exercises designed to test the limits of participants. The workout consists of overhead walking lunges, dumbbell snatches, pull-ups, chest-to-bar pull-ups, and ring muscle-ups, all to be completed within a 15-minute time cap.
Details of the workout
The specific requirements of the workout are as follows: athletes must complete an 80-foot overhead walking lunge, followed by 20 dumbbell snatches, 20 pull-ups, 20 chest-to-bar pull-ups, and 20 ring muscle-ups. The weights for the dumbbells are set at 35 pounds (15 kg) for women and 50 pounds (22.5 kg) for men. For those opting for a scaled version, jumping pull-ups can be performed instead of regular pull-ups, while the Foundations version substitutes muscle-ups with bent-over rows and ring rows.
Competition results
In a thrilling display of athleticism, Lucy Campbell emerged victorious in the 26.2 workout, having been in second place for much of the competition. Aimee Cringle followed closely behind in second place, with Mirjam von Rohr taking third. This outcome adds to the competitive narrative of the 2026 CrossFit Open, which has already seen Mirjam von Rohr winning Workout 26.1.
Submission deadlines and future announcements
Participants in the 26.2 workout must submit their video evidence by March 9, 2026, at 5 p.m. PT. This deadline is crucial for athletes looking to secure their standings in the ongoing Open. Following this workout, the next challenge, Workout 26.3, is set to be announced on March 12, 2026, keeping the momentum of the Open alive.
Context of the event
The 2026 CrossFit Open is currently underway, with Workout 26.2 being the second installment in a series of workouts designed to test athletes across various skill levels. The announcement of this workout came after a successful first week of the Open, highlighting the excitement and engagement within the CrossFit community.
Looking ahead
As the Open progresses, athletes and fans alike are eager to see how the competition unfolds. With the next workout announcement on the horizon, anticipation builds around the challenges that will be presented. Details remain unconfirmed regarding the specifics of Workout 26.3, but the community is ready for whatever comes next.
