Should I pace AMRAPs differently than for-time workouts?

Yes. AMRAPs reward consistent pace per round. For-time workouts reward holding back round 1 and finishing strong.

How do I know my sustainable pace?

Test it. Pick a 5-minute benchmark like Cindy, hold a pace, and see if your last minute matches your first. If it doesn't, you went too fast.

Is pacing the same as scaling?

No. Scaling matches the workout to your fitness. Pacing matches your effort to the workout's duration. You need both.

How to Pace a CrossFit Workout (Without Blowing Up)

How to Pace a CrossFit Workout (Without Blowing Up) from CrossFit BC. How to pace a CrossFit WOD: when to push, when to breathe, and the simple rules our coaches use at CrossFit BC in Vancouver.

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