crossfit open 26.3 — US news

Final Workout Announcement

The final week of the 2026 CrossFit Open is upon us. On March 12, 2026, at 19:14 UTC, the highly anticipated workout 26.3 was revealed during a live announcement at Wodapalooza in Miami Beach.

The workout consists of multiple rounds of burpees, cleans, and thrusters, designed to test the strength and endurance of participants. Each round includes 12 burpees over the bar, 12 cleans, and 12 thrusters, with variations in weight for different divisions.

Specifically, athletes will perform two rounds of:

  • 12 Burpees over Bar
  • 12 Cleans (95/65 lbs)
  • 12 Thrusters (95/65 lbs)

Following this, they will tackle another set with increased weights:

  • 12 Burpees over Bar
  • 12 Cleans (115/75 lbs)
  • 12 Thrusters (115/75 lbs)

And finally, the last round will consist of:

  • 12 Burpees over Bar
  • 12 Cleans (135/85 lbs)
  • 12 Thrusters (135/85 lbs)

The time cap for completing the workout is set at 16 minutes, adding an element of urgency to the challenge.

Immediately following the announcement, elite athletes Danielle Brandon, Olivia Kerstetter, and Arielle Loewen are scheduled to perform the workout live, showcasing their skills and strategies to viewers.

The live announcement is available on the CrossFit Games YouTube channel, allowing fans and participants to watch the event unfold in real-time. Additionally, all elite individual and elite team events at Wodapalooza will be streamed, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the competition.

For those who wish to attend in person, the live announcement is open to all, creating an inclusive atmosphere for spectators and fans of CrossFit.

As the 2026 CrossFit Open concludes with workout 26.3, the excitement builds among participants and viewers alike, marking a significant moment in the CrossFit calendar.

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