Masters of the DMV Team Competition

09/01/2026

🏆 That's a Wrap on Our 8th Annual Masters of the DMV Team Competition! 🏆

Now that the dust has settled and we've all had a chance to catch our breath (and maybe get a little sleep!), I wanted to take a moment to say thank you to every athlete, volunteer, sponsor, and vendor who made this year's event such a success.

This year was our biggest Masters of the DMV yet!
🏆 60 Teams
💪 120 Athletes
🏋️ 42 CrossFit Affiliates Represented
🙌 49 Incredible Volunteers

To all of our athletes, thank you for trusting us with your competition experience. We hope you had an amazing day, enjoyed the workouts, and felt the incredible support of our CrossFit Kingstowne community. We can't wait to welcome you back next year for an even better event.

When we started Masters of the DMV eight years ago, we had one simple goal: to create a competition built specifically for Masters athletes. Too often Masters competitors are treated as an afterthought or simply given scaled versions of workouts. We wanted to build an event that celebrated Masters athletes, challenged them appropriately, and showcased everything they're still capable of accomplishing.

Year after year, you've shown up to help bring that vision to life. We're honored you've chosen to spend part of your weekend with us.

🏆 Congratulations to Our 2026 Podium Finishers!30–39 Division
🥇 Toe — CrossFit Hierarchy
🥈 Post-Op — CrossFit NBHD / Invictus DC
🥉 C-Squared — CrossFit Mill Street / Crate Performance

40–49 Division
🥇 Few Will Hunt — 12 Labours CrossFit Annapolis
🥈 The Jacked Jills — CrossFit Innerloop
🥉 Caribbean Titans — CrossFit Kingstowne 🦁❤️

🥇 Vintage Velocity — 540 Fitness
🥈 The Oldest Mill — CrossFit Mill Street
🥉 Boulder Shoulders — CrossFit Reston

60+ Division
🥇 Kings of the (VINT)Hill — CrossFit Vint Hill
🥈 Unicorn Club — New Day CrossFit # #
👏 Congratulations to all of our podium teams—and to every athlete who stepped on the competition floor. You all represented the Masters community incredibly well.

We also want to recognize our incredible volunteers. This event simply would not happen without you. Thank you for giving up your Friday night and Saturday to jud

08/29/2026

🏋️‍♀️ WORKOUT 2: HANG IN THERE

⚠️ PLEASE NOTE: There is a surprise twist! Every 2 minutes, teams will complete a cash-in of increasing Bar Muscle-Ups (or Chest-to-Bar Pull-Ups for the 50+ divisions).

FOR TIME
🏀 150 Wall Balls

While completing the Wall Balls:
One partner must hang from the pull-up bar while the other accumulates Wall Ball reps. Every time the hanging partner drops, partners must switch positions.

50-59 & 60+ Divisions: Partners are not required to rotate, but no Wall Ball reps may be completed while the hanging partner is off the bar.

⏰ THE TWIST:  Every 2 Minutes (Including 0:00)

30-39 & 40-49 Divisions must complete: 
* 0:00 – 2 Bar Muscle-Ups
* 2:00 – 4 Bar Muscle-Ups
* 4:00 – 6 Bar Muscle-Ups
* 6:00 – 8 Bar Muscle-Ups
* 8:00 – 10 Bar Muscle-Ups
*
50-59 & 60+ Divisions
Every 2 minutes complete:
* 8 Chest-to-Bar Pull-Ups

**Partners may split the Bar Muscle Ups or Chest-to-Bar Pull-Ups however they choose.

Wall Ball Standards
🔹 30-39: 30/20 lb
🔹 40-49: 20/14 lb
🔹 50-59: 20/14 lb
🔹 60+: 14/10 lb

⏱️ Time Cap: 10 Minutes

Scoring & Time Penalties

Teams who are unable to complete the required Bar Muscle-Ups (or Chest-to-Bar Pull-Ups) during the cash-in will be instructed to immediately move on to the Wall Balls once the designated time for that cash-in has expired.

The designated time allotted for each cash in is below. 
* 0:00 Cash-In (2 BMU): +20 seconds
* 2:00 Cash-In (4 BMU): +40 seconds
* 4:00 Cash-In (6 BMU): +60 seconds
* 6:00 Cash-In (8 BMU): +1:20
* 8:00 Cash-In (10 BMU): +1:40

Time penalties will be assessed for each missed cash-in and added to the team's final workout time. Maximum Bar Muscle-Up penalty: 5:00.  For 50+, a :30 Second Penalty will be assessed for each 2 minute window.

08/28/2026

08/27/2026

👀 WORKOUT 2... YOU DIDN’T THINK WE WERE JUST GOING TO LEAVE YOU HANGING?

One of the things we love most about CrossFit is the unknown and unknowable.
You can prepare.
You can speculate.
You can game out the strategy.
But at some point... you just have to be ready for anything.

Workout 2 will include a little twist…

Stay tuned...😈

🔥 Masters of the DMV 8
📅 Saturday, August 29
📍 CrossFit Kingstowne

08/27/2026

💧 Sponsor Spotlight: LMNT 💧

We're pumped to welcome LMNT back as an Official Event Sponsor of the Masters of the DMV 8 Team Competition – The OCHO! 🔥

Every competing athlete will receive LMNT samples in their swag bag, and our podium finishers will take home LMNT sample packs to keep the hydration going after the competition.

With temperatures expected to climb on Saturday, hydration is going to be critical!

LMNT is a science-backed electrolyte drink mix formulated with everything you need—and none of the sugar—to help replace the electrolytes lost through sweat, support performance, and aid recovery during long, demanding days of competition.

Need to stock up? We've got you covered!
🛍️ The Fit Collective (The Fit Collective - NOVA) carries LMNT products, so be sure to swing by the shop while you're at the event.

A huge thank you to LMNT for supporting our athletes and helping keep everyone performing at their best.

See you Saturday—and don't forget to hydrate! 💪💦

08/27/2026

🎈 Vendor Spotlight: S&J Celebrations 🎈

We're excited to welcome S&J Celebrations to Masters of the DMV 8!

Whether you're planning a birthday, anniversary, graduation, corporate event, or another special milestone, S&J Celebrations knows how to make your event unforgettable. From stunning balloon arches and bouquets to custom-themed props, décor, and delicious custom cookies, they bring creativity and attention to detail that helps every celebration stand out.

Whether you're creating memories with family and friends or looking to elevate your company's brand at an event, S&J Celebrations can help bring your vision to life.

We're thrilled to have them helping us add a festive touch to Masters of the DMV 8, and we can't wait for everyone to see their work!

🎈 Be sure to give them a follow: S & J Celebrations

If you have an upcoming celebration or event, reach out to S&J Celebrations and let them help make it one to remember!

08/26/2026

📸 EVENT PHOTOGRAPHER SPOTLIGHT 📸
We’re excited to welcome back Jeffrey W Jones as our official photographer for the 8th Annual Masters of the DMV Team Competition “The Ocho”!

Jeff will be on the floor all day capturing the incredible moments and hard work from our 60 teams competing this year. 💥

🎟️ As in previous years, Jeff is offering individual and team photo packages for athletes who want dedicated photo coverage throughout the event:

📷 Individual Package – $100
📷 Team Package – $150

Includes 15-20 high-quality images (and knowing Jeff, he usually throws in a few extras after editing).

✨ Please note: Team and Individual Photos packages will be capped at 10 to ensure quality coverage — so reserve yours early!

👉 Purchase your package via the Masters of the DMV 8 competition corner event page or via our link tree in bio. Select Masters of the DMV and then select Photo Packages.

This is an awesome way to capture the experience for yourself and/or your teammate — and a great way to support our hard-working event photographer.

Be sure to give Jeffrey W Jones a follow and check out his work!

08/25/2026

🔥VENDOR SPOTLIGHT🔥

We excited to welcome FZKL back to our 8th Annual Masters of the DMV Team Competition on 29 August at CrossFit Kingstowne!

FZKL will be pulling up to this years DMV with their killer apparel, deals on women’s performance wear, hats, beanies, performance socks, wrist wraps and more. 💪🏻

From gym-ready gear to everyday essentials they've got you covered to look and perform your best. Be sure to check out their booth and website for all your performance, recovery and supplement needs. 💥

IG: FZKL
www.fzklfit.com

08/24/2026

🩹 Vendor Spotlight: Welcome Venom PT!

We're excited to welcome Venom PT to the Masters of the DMV 8 Athlete Recovery Zone on Saturday, August 29!

Throughout the day, Tino will be providing recovery services to help keep our athletes feeling their best, including:

✅ Mobility work
✅ Assisted stretching
✅ Soft tissue treatment
✅ Recovery guidance

The best part? These services are being provided at no charge.

Instead of charging athletes, Tino is asking anyone who receives treatment to consider making a donation to The RedTail Project—an incredible organization that introduces underserved and underrepresented youth to aviation, aerospace engineering, leadership, mentorship, flight training, and hands-on aircraft building, all while honoring the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen.
Tino is generously donating his time and expertise to support our athletes, and we'd love to help support a cause that's making such a meaningful impact.

❤️ Stop by the recovery station.
📲 Follow Venom Performance Training.
✈️ Scan the QR code at the event to learn more about The RedTail Project and consider making a donation.

A huge thank you to Tino and Venom PT for supporting our athletes and helping make Masters of the DMV 8 even better!

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