Memorial Day Murph. Many athletes have been stuck at […] Murph is one of CrossFit's most intimidating hero WODs, but these tips and tricks will help dominate it (and set new personal records) this Memorial Day. Memorial Day coming up and I've had a fast Murph time before.
This workout isn't about your time, your strategy, or your "RX" ability - instead this is a workout to remember the hero that the workout is recognizing. Memorial Day coming up and I've had a fast Murph time before. Hunter McIntyre, the professional athlete, television personality and fitness trainer, just broke a record Saturday for The Murph Challenge, the yearly Memorial Day tradition to honor a fallen.
The "Murph" is a workout used by Navy SEAL, Medal of Honor recipient, Michael Murphy.
In case you're unfamiliar, "Murph" is a classic CrossFit workout known as a Hero WOD.
Hero WOD's are made by CrossFit to honor the men and women that have fallen in the line of duty. This event is dedicated to honor those who have fought for us & those who continue to make sacrifices for our freedom. This was before there were many (if any) actual CrossFit boxes carrying out the yearly Memorial Day tradition that is ubiquitous across the United States.