A Guide to Viewing the 2018 CF Games

The day elite CF athletes have been training for all year is here — the CF Games! Dun, dun, dunnnnn.The individuals and teams who came out as the top five in their region are now competing in some of the most gut-wrenching workouts they’ve ever endured.The Games will include your typical CF movements but isn’t limited to encompassing all areas of fitness. From gymnastics and endurance to obstacle courses and Marine-style workouts, you never know what Dave Castro is going to come up with.2018’s competition has kicked off with what’s been said to be the most challenging first day in the history of the CF Games — proving the next five days are ganna be real intense!Here’s a quick breakdown on Brutes to watch, and how.Brute Strength Athletes

• Female Athletes: Justine Beath, Kara Saunders
• Male Athletes: Dean Linder-Leighton
• Team Members: Jared Stevens (CrossFit 417)
• Masters Athletes: Curtis Dunn, Mary-Beth Prodromides, Wes Schneider
• Teen Athletes: Haley Adams, Rylie Krahn, Dallin Pepper, Tudor Magda

Competition ScheduleAll times are in Central Standard Time.Wednesday8:20 - 10:00 - Individuals - Crit10:20 - 11:40 - Team - Bike Deadlift11:55 -12:40 - Individuals - 30 Muscle-Ups12:50-2:34 - Individuals - CF Total3:00-4:20 - Team - 30s5:10-9:10 - Individuals - Marathon RowThursday8:00-1:09 - Age Groups - Rope YokeFriday9:00-11:15 - Individuals - Battleground9:00-1:08 - Age Groups - 1RM + P.S.11:30-12:50 - Team Battleground1:12-2:00 - Team - 1RM Snatch3:00-5:15 - Individuals - TBA3:00-6:55 - Age Groups - Rope and Yoke5:30-6:50 - Team - Synchro Worm7:10-8:30 - Individual - FibonacciSaturday8:30-11:09 - Age Groups - Jump Finish8:45-10:15 - Individuals - TBA10:30-12:00 - Team - TBA11:20-1:59 - Age Groups - Jump Finish12:15-12:55 - Individuals - TBA1:40-3:00 - Team - TBA2:20-5:15 - Age Groups - AG Chipper4:00-5:40 - Team - TBA6:00-8:42 - Individuals - TBASunday8:30-9:50 - Team - TBA9:00-1:50 - Age Groups - Event 1010:20-11:51 - Individuals - TBA12:20-1:04 - Team - TBA1:59-4:10 - Age Groups - Event 112:00-5:12 - Individuals - TBALive StreamingIf you’re not able to be in Madison to watch the Games live in person, it’s 2018 so there’s obviously a solution that’ll give you the chance to sit in your desk and “work” while you watch.A couple options for live streaming: 

• CBSsports.com
• CBS Sports App
• CrossFit Games Website
• CrossFit Facebook Page (for certain events)

Watch on TV CBS and CBS Sports Network (all times are CT)Thursday, Aug. 2: Day 1 Highlights, 9 p.m., CBSSNFriday, Aug. 3: Day 2 Highlights 2 p.m., CBSSNSaturday, Aug. 4:  Day 3 (LIVE) 12 a.m., CBSSaturday, Aug. 4: Day 3 Highlights 9 p.m., CBSSNSunday, Aug. 5: Day 4 (LIVE) 11 p.m., CBSSunday, Aug. 5: Day 4 Highlights 9 p.m., CBSSNSunday, Sept. 2: Recap 4 p.m., CBSCBS Sports Digital Wednesday, Aug.1: Individuals and Teams 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.Thursday, Aug. 2: Individuals and Teams 7:45 a.m. – 8 p.m.Thursday, Aug. 2: Masters and Teenagers 7:50 a.m. – 4:50 p.m.Friday, Aug. 3: Individuals and Teams 7:45 a.m. – 8 p.m.Friday, Aug. 3: Masters and Teenagers 7:50 a.m. – 4:50 p.m.Saturday, Aug. 4: Masters and Teenagers 7:20 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.Saturday, Aug. 4: Individuals and Teams 7:30 a.m. – 7:45 p.m.Sunday, Aug. 5: Individuals and Teams, and Awards Ceremony 7:15 a.m. – 6 p.m.Sunday, Aug. 5: Masters and Teenagers 7:50 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.For more fitness-related knowledge, follow Brute Strength on Instagram or Facebook — we promise we’ll keep you entertained.If you’re looking for more details on the 2018 Games, you can find them here on CrossFit’s website.