Benchmark WOD

Open 24.1 Scaled

The Workout

For Time: 21 Db Snatches (arm 1) (35/20 lb), 21 Lateral Burpees Over Db, 21 Db Snatches (arm 2) (35/20 lb), 21 Lateral Burpees Over Db, 15 Db Snatches (arm 1) (35/20 lb), 15 Lateral Burpees Over Db, 15 Db Snatches (arm 2) (35/20 lb), 15 Lateral Burpees Over Db, 9 Db Snatches (arm 1) (35/20 lb), 9 Lateral Burpees Over Db, 9 Db Snatches (arm 2) (35/20 lb), 9 Lateral Burpees Over Db

Primary movement: DB Snatch/Burpee

What is Open 24.1 Scaled?

The scaled division of Open 24.1: the same 21-21-15-15-9-9 structure of alternating-arm dumbbell snatches and lateral burpees over the dumbbell, with the dumbbell reduced to 35/20 lb. The scaled load turns the workout into an almost purely cardiovascular test - the snatches become nearly frictionless, which paradoxically makes pacing discipline on the burpees even more decisive for the final time.

What is a good Open 24.1 Scaled time?

Level (Time)MenWomen
beginner15:00 (cap)15:00 (cap)
intermediate10:3011:15
advanced8:008:45
elitesub 6:15sub 7:00

Tips & Strategy

With the lighter bell, every snatch set should be unbroken and quick - focus on smooth turnover rather than speed that spikes your heart rate. All your time lives in the burpees: set a metronome pace you can hold for all 90, and step over the dumbbell instead of jumping if it keeps you continuous. Don't blow up in the 21s; the workout effectively starts in the second half.

Scaled & Beginner Versions

This is the official scaled version of 24.1. To scale further: reduce to a very light dumbbell or kettlebell, use up-downs instead of full burpees, or cut the scheme to 15-15-12-12-9-9.

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