Last weekend, on 23 and 24 September, the city of Parma was the stage for an extraordinary fitness competition which made the hearts of athletes and CrossTraining enthusiasts from all over Italy vibrate.
Parma4Games was a epic event that saw teams of three men and one woman compete in four different categories: Experience, Regular, Master and Elite. With six WODs (actually 5 + 1), created by coach Andrea Barbotti, the competition was a formidable test of endurance, the force and the determination of the athletes.
Despite the adverse weather forecast for Saturday afternoon, we were lucky and everything went smoothly, as planned. Day 1 offered two intensely fun tests: "Even and odd" and "Stronger Guys,” which tested the boys' stamina, synchro and speed with a race around the rugby pitch.
On Day 2, the athletes tried their hand at three additional WODs (one of which with two separate scores), in which the most discussed event was undoubtedly WOD 3 "Otherwise we get angry. "
In this test, numerous controversies arose, especially from the Master athletes they had to face load of 80 kg, with a snatch the final; for the Elite category, however, the athletes lifted 100 kg on the barbell, demonstrating extraordinary strength.
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Despite the challenge and intense competition, there have been many athletes who have achieved new PRs in the race…and, sharing these victories with the other participants and the audience in attendance was a special moment that made the event even more meaningful.
The final was one proof of exceptional skill, with a handstand walk which made many people's hearts beat in their throats. For the Elite category athletes, there was also a fearsome ramp, which saw some spectacular falls.
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And now, without further ado, let's see who won this 2nd Edition of the Parma 4 Games
Index
Parma 4 Games 2023 winners
Elite category
- ONAIR TEAM
- HATLEX FREEDOM
- DETRAINED CERBERIANS
Master 150+ category
- TROUBLEMAKERS
- HATLEX MASTERS
- SENSÓS
Regular category
- G#NGB#NG
- THE LONG THE SHORT AND THE PACIOCCONE
- TEAM CERBERONI
Experience category
- GIN TONICS
- 4 FINS ON THE HORIZON
- OH SHIT HERE WE GO AGAIN
If you want to see the awards ceremony click here.
Parma 4 Games 2023 was an unforgettable experience for athletes and spectators, a tribute to strength, endurance and passion for CrossFit®. This competition demonstrated once again that the combination of determination and team spirit can lead to extraordinary results.
We thank Max, Filo and Pietro for this possibility that they have given us which further strengthens our thinking: CrossFit® is healthy and done by honest and passionate people!
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We can't wait to see what Parma4Games has in store for us next year!