The Intro ep. 109 — Our Thoughts on the 2023 Open

March 14, 2023   |   Hosted by Matt DellaValle

This week MDV, James Hobart, and Max Issak are back on the mic recapping their thoughts on the 2023 Open. Together, the fellas tackle the topics of grading the workouts, mastering high-skill movements, the value (or lack of) of quality days, and more.

MDV (aka Matt DellaValle) is Chief Fitness Officer at NCFIT, a CrossFit Seminar Staff veteran, and your host of The Intro Podcast. James Hobart is a CrossFit Games legend, CrossFit Seminar Staff flowmaster, and widely regarded as one of the best CrossFit coaches and athletes to ever do it. Max is the owner of five CrossFit TILT locations in New England, a highly sought-after gym-biz consultant, and one of the most charismatic coaches you’ll ever encounter.

Grab a notebook, grab a chair, and let’s learn a thing or two about CrossFit from these pros.

In this episode:

• Reactions to the 2023 Open Workouts

• Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down for Each Workout

• The Value (or lack of) of Quality Days

• Is RPE Appropriate in CrossFit Workouts

• Why Going RPE10 Always is a Mistake

• How to Get Your First Muscle-Up

• Are CrossFit Coaches Cheerleaders?

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