CrossFit Open 25.2 & 25.3 Predictions
With burpees, clean & jerks, and lunges now eliminated from the pool of potential movements, the speculation surrounding CrossFit Open 25.2 continues to build.
Dave Castro previously stated that the repeat workout will be from 2020 onwards, originally giving us 17 possible options. However, with the movements from 25.1 now ruled out, that number has been reduced to just 8 workouts. Based on historical repeat patterns, workout structures, and Open programming trends, we further narrow this list down to four strong contenders:
- 20.5
- 22.3
- 23.3
- 24.3
However, both 22.3 and 24.3 include thrusters, a movement we traditionally see in the final week of the Open. That leaves us with two likely possibilities for when the repeat workout will be programmed:
- A repeat workout in Week 2 (25.2)
- A repeat workout in Week 3 (25.3)
Let’s break down each scenario.
Scenario 1: 25.2 is a Repeat Workout
If 25.2 is the repeat, the most probable choice would be either:
Option 1: 20.5
For time: (partition as desired)
- 40 Ring Muscle-ups
- 80 Wall Ball Shots
- 120 Calorie Row
Why 20.5?
- Castro’s recent hint—a photo of bullets—could resemble wall ball shots.
- This workout gives athletes flexibility in how they partition reps, making it an interesting test of strategy and pacing.
- It introduces ring muscle-ups, a skill that allows high-skill athletes to shine while offering a good challenge to intermediate athletes.
- Rowing and wall balls haven't been seen yet, making this a prime opportunity to introduce them in 25.2.
Option 2: 23.3
For time (progressive time cap):
- 5 Wall Walks
- 50 Double Unders
- 15 Snatches (Weight 1)
- 5 Wall Walks
- 50 Double Unders
- 12 Snatches (Weight 2)
- (If completed under 6 minutes, add 3 minutes to time cap then...)
- 20 Strict Handstand Push-ups
- 50 Double Unders
- 9 Snatches (Weight 3)
- (If completed under 9 minutes, add 3 more minutes to time cap then...)
- 20 Strict Handstand Push-ups
- 50 Double Unders
- 6 Snatches (Weight 4)
Why 23.3?
- It combines skill and strength, testing wall walks, double unders, and strict handstand push-ups.
- The snatch ladder adds a progressively heavier weight challenge, requiring solid pacing.
- The time cap system keeps it an exciting race against the clock, giving fitter athletes the opportunity to push further while still allowing all athletes to participate.
- If the "bullets" hint refers to jump rope handles, it could suggest double unders—a major part of 23.3.
Scenario 2: 25.3 is a Repeat Workout
If the repeat workout is saved for 25.3, we expect it to follow the classic Open trend of combining thrusters and pull-ups in the final week. That leaves us with two options:
Option 1: 22.3
For time:
- 21 Pull-ups
- 42 Double Unders
- 21 Thrusters (Weight 1)
- 18 Chest-to-Bar Pull-ups
- 36 Double Unders
- 18 Thrusters (Weight 2)
- 15 Bar Muscle-ups
- 30 Double Unders
- 15 Thrusters (Weight 3)
Why 22.3?
- A classic Open-style thruster & pull-up workout that escalates in skill from pull-ups to chest-to-bar to bar muscle-ups.
- The ascending thruster weights add a strength endurance element.
Option 2: 24.3
For time:
5 rounds of:
- 10 Thrusters (Weight 1)
- 10 Chest-to-Bar Pull-ups
Rest 1 minute
5 rounds of:
- 7 Thrusters (Weight 2)
- 7 Bar Muscle-ups
Why 24.3?
- More structured and less chaotic than 22.3, but still follows the thruster + pull-up tradition.
- The built-in rest period changes the pacing and allows for a high-intensity effort in both halves.
Final Prediction
If 25.2 is a repeat:
We predict 20.5 due to wall ball shots matching Castro’s “bullets” hint.
If 25.3 is a repeat:
We predict 24.3 since thrusters + pull-ups traditionally appear in the final week, and double unders can be used in 25.2 instead.
With burpees, clean & jerks, and lunges already in 25.1, the Open programming is shaping up to be well-balanced, with gymnastics, weightlifting, and endurance all playing key roles.
Final Thoughts
The 2025 CrossFit Open is already delivering exciting twists, and the looming repeat workout adds even more intrigue.
Whether it’s 20.5 (wall balls & rowing) in 25.2 or 24.3 (thrusters & pull-ups) in 25.3, one thing is certain—athletes should be preparing for a high-volume, skill-based challenge in the coming weeks.
Stay tuned, stay ready, and most importantly—trust your training!
