Smith came out strong and maintained his overall pace. For some athletes, the first workout was more than they could handle. The field of competitors would then be ranked based on their overall time. The first workout was also designed to be a true test of strength and endurance.Įach competitor would need to complete a 400-meter run, three legless rope climbs, and seven 185-pound squat snatches, in under 20 minutes. Out of the 143 men participating, only 75 would make it to the next round. There was a lot at stake during the first cut of the competition. He was ranked 40th overall at the start of the games.
Just hours after the opening ceremony, Smith was back on the field for his workout in the men's individual bracket. At this level, victory would not come easy, considering each workout would test the limits of their athletic ability and resolve. It took Smith and Kurz years to get to this moment, as they stood ready for the "world's premier" CrossFit competition. Army Recruiting Command and Warrior Fitness team who were there to support their teammates and engage with the fitness community. Those cheering included members of the U.S. Kurz proudly displayed his Army Special Forces flag as a nod to the Special Forces community. Chandler Smith took it all in as they looked around the crowded North Field. The sound of cheering carried across the Alliant Energy Center as the top athletes from over 100 countries took the field Thursday during the 2019 CrossFit Games opening ceremony.Īmongst a sea of U.S.
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