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In this episode of Masters in Motion, Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson break down everything you need to know heading into the CrossFit Quarterfinals.

With workouts released ahead of time, this phase of competition becomes less about reacting and more about planning, execution, and discipline. Jason and Rick walk through the structure of the Quarterfinals, explain why early workout release changes the game, and share exactly how athletes should approach these tests.

They dive into four key workouts, covering pacing strategies, transitions, and where athletes are most likely to make costly mistakes. From capacity-based pieces like deadlifts and double unders to more technical components, this episode gives you a practical framework for approaching each event.

A major focus is also placed on judging and score validation. At this stage, details matter. Small technical misses can lead to penalties or invalid scores, and understanding expectations ahead of time can make or break your weekend.

If you’re competing in Quarterfinals — or coaching athletes through it — this episode will help you move from guessing to executing with intention.

🔑 Key Takeaways

* Early workout release shifts the focus to strategy and preparation

* Quarterfinals demand consistency across multiple tests, not just peak effort

* Capacity-based workouts will expose pacing mistakes quickly

* Deadlifts and double unders are more about sustainability than speed

* Transitions between movements can significantly impact overall score

* Proper judging and video standards are critical to avoid penalties

* Technique breakdown under fatigue is one of the biggest performance killers

* Recovery between workouts is just as important as execution

* Athletes should prioritize repeatable effort over early intensity

* Planning your approach ahead of time gives you a major advantage

🧠 Chapters

00:00 – Introduction to Quarterfinals and Workout Overview10:08 – Understanding the Quarterfinals Structure19:59 – Workout Breakdown: Strategy and Execution21:29 – Managing Transitions Between Movements24:38 – Deadlifts and Double Unders: A Capacity Test27:56 – Pacing Strategies Across Workouts30:43 – Technique and Judging Standards35:50 – Recovery Between Events39:45 – Preparing for Quarterfinals and Beyond

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