In Episode 97 of the Masters in Motion Podcast, Jason Grubb and Rick Stevenson dive into their experiences and takeaways from the 2025 CrossFit Open. From retesting workouts to reviewing leaderboard shifts, they break down what went well—and what sparked debate.

The conversation turns to one of the most discussed topics of this Open: the controversial scaling for different age groups. Jason and Rick unpack athlete frustrations, reflect on what worked (and what didn’t), and explore the real impact of movement patterns on competitive outcomes.

They also tackle the growing importance of judging standards, accountability, and the community’s role in upholding fairness as we head into the semi-finals. From crowdsourcing judging to emphasizing the need for clean and consistent reps, this episode brings a passionate and constructive perspective on where CrossFit competition is headed next.

Whether you're a Masters athlete, a judge, or just love the sport—this episode is packed with insight and fire.

Chapters:

00:00 – The CrossFit Open Experience03:03 – Controversies and Feedback on Scaling05:58 – Judging Standards and Movement Patterns09:01 – Semi-Finals: A Different Challenge11:58 – Community Feedback and Movement Quality14:53 – The Importance of Proper Judging18:04 – Crowdsourcing Judging and Accountability20:55 – Movement Patterns and Performance

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