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OG Benchmark "Isabel's" 2025 Resurgence
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Good morning and welcome to the Morning Chalk Up.
In today’s edition:
Classic CrossFit benchmark “Isabel” is back — and heavier.
How to enjoy Easter treats without derailing your nutrition goals.
Velites is the new apparel and footwear partner of the 2025 CrossFit Games.
QUOTE OF THE DAY
It’s gonna be heavy and fun to watch … Our take, a modern take on a classic workout.”
CROSSFIT GAMES
OG Benchmark “Isabel” is Back – But Heavier
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CrossFit training has evolved quite a bit since its inception in the early 2000s, but some OG benchmark workouts remain tried and true.
One of these is “Isabel,” which is experiencing a massive resurgence in attention in 2025, but this time with a twist.
Remind me: A brief reminder for those who haven’t taken it on before, “Isabel” is a simple yet deadly workout featuring just one movement – snatches.
“Isabel”
For time:
30 snatches, 135/95 pounds
Check out CrossFit OGs Pat Sherwood and Chuck Carswell taking on “Isabel” in this video from 2009.
It’s an iconic workout on its own, but in case you’ve missed it, “Isabel” is experiencing a sort of rebirth this year after it was announced that “Heavy Isabel” would be programmed for all the North American In-Person Qualifying Events, the Copa Sur in South America, and the Age Group In-Affiliate Semifinals.
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SPEED READS
🏃🪽 Red Bull Releases Beyond The Rox Documentary: Red Bull’s new docuseries, Beyond The Rox, is out now — get an inside look at elite HYROX athletes.
💪 🤸 Want to Learn Pullovers? The pullover gained attention at the 2023 Games in “Inverted Medley” — build yours with these drills from CrossFit Training.
📚📈 Good Read — 15 Benchmark Workouts: Check out this article from CF-L3, Stephane Rochet, on using benchmark workouts to guide your CrossFit progress year-round.
📺 📽️ WFP’s Signed, Episode 6: The newest episode of the WFP’s video series just dropped on Friday, highlighting their Pro Card holders. It features Laura Horváth, Chandler Smith, Sydney Wells, and Jelle Hoste.
ICYMI: Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr to “say goodbye to this chapter” at Torian Pro in May.
MEMBER EXCLUSIVE
How to Enjoy Easter Without Wrecking Your Macros
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Easter is a time for celebration, family gatherings, and plenty of delicious food.
From chocolate eggs and hot cross buns to hearty meals and festive treats, it's easy to neglect your macro prescription.
While enjoying these foods is part of the holiday experience, finding a balance between indulgence and maintaining your nutrition goals can help you feel your best, both physically and mentally.
In this article, we’ll break down how to manage your macros during Easter without feeling restricted or overwhelmed with five helpful tips.
THINGS TO…
…GRAB
The Nano X4 at 40% Off
It's time to brighten up your shoe collection and treat yourself to some Reebok Nano X4s, on sale now at 40% off. Give your closet a glow-up with some fresh kicks.
…TRY
The Best Beginner Handstand Drills You Haven’t Seen
Check out these five handstand drills from CrossFit Gymnastics guru and four-time Masters Games athlete, Pamela Gagnon.
…WATCH
Two-Time Champ Justin Medeiros’ Saturday Training Session with Zach Telander
Go behind the scenes as Team Medeiros takes on a Saturday Sweat sesh with Zach Telander and friends.
CROSSFIT GAMES
Velites Is the Official Apparel and Footwear Partner of the 2025 CrossFit Games
Credit: @velitessports / Instagram
Founded in 2015 as a jump rope maker, the Spanish brand Velites is expanding its partnership with the 2025 CrossFit Games. Initially, the company was the “Official Grip and Jump Rope” of the CrossFit Games, but its role has now expanded to become the Games’ “Official Apparel and Footwear” partner.
Remind me: The 2025 CrossFit Games for elite individuals and teams will be held in Albany, NY, from August 1 to August 3 at the MVP Arena.
CrossFit has partnered with major brands in the past for the Games, including Under Armour, Reebok, NOBULL, and GORUCK.
“With this partnership expansion, Velites takes a solid step in legitimizing their place in the sports textile world, outfitting athletes at the 2025 CrossFit Games with its new line of high-performance apparel and footwear,” CrossFit wrote in a press release on Tuesday.
Velites is providing the community with early access to the official CrossFit Games collection, along with an exclusive discount available here.
HIGHLIGHTS
Celebrating a PR, hosting a fundraiser, this, that, or otherwise? Send us a tip.
🎂Happy birthday (4/19) to Baylee Rayl.
Check out this monster three-rep front squat from Semifinal athlete Katharina Isele.
CrossFit couple Bayley Martin and Marnie Sykes take on a little friendly competition with a tough workout - maybe the next challenge for you and a friend?
Good luck to Laura Horvath, who is competing at this weekend’s European World Championships in weightlifting.
🙌Take a look at this 8-year-old budding weightlifter demonstrating her skills on TV.
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