Memorial Day Hero Workouts
Memorial Day Murph & Morrison at CrossFit Winter Park 🇺🇸

Memorial Day is almost here, and at CrossFit Winter Park that means one of our favorite traditions of the year: honoring fallen heroes through fitness, community, and shared effort.
This year, members will once again have the opportunity to take on either “Murph” or “Morrison” during our annual Memorial Day Hero Workout event.
Event Details
📅 Monday, May 25, 2026
🕤 One Class Only: 9:30 AM
📍 CrossFit Winter Park
125 West Fairbanks Avenue Winter Park, FL 32789
This is always one of the biggest and most energetic classes of the year, and we’d love to see you there. Spots fill quickly, so make sure to reserve your class ahead of time.
If you reserve a spot and your plans change, please cancel your reservation so another member can participate.
Experienced CrossFitters visiting for the holiday are welcome to join us as well. Please reserve your drop-in spot in advance.
Choosing Your Workout: Murph or Morrison
Over the past several weeks, we’ve been preparing for Memorial Day training sessions, but remember: you have options.
You may choose either:
- Murph
- Morrison
Both are Hero workouts designed to challenge you physically while honoring those who gave their lives in service to our country.
“Murph”
1 Mile Run
100 Pull-Ups
200 Push-Ups
300 Air Squats
1 Mile Run
In memory of Navy Lieutenant Michael Murphy, 29, of Patchogue, N.Y., who was killed in Afghanistan June 28th, 2005.
This workout was one of Mike's favorites and he'd named it "Body Armor". From here on it will be referred to as "Murph" in honor of the focused warrior and great American who wanted nothing more in life than to serve this great country and the beautiful people who make it what it is.
Partition the pull-ups, push-ups, and squats as needed. Start and finish with a mile run.
“Morrison”
50-40-30-20-10
- Wall Balls (20/14)
- Box Jumps (24/14)
- Kettlebell Swings (53/35)
U.S. Army Specialist Scott Morrison, 23, of Blue Ash, Ohio, assigned to 584th Mobility Augmentation Company, 20th Engineer Battalion, 36th Engineer Brigade, based out of Fort Hood, Texas, died on September 26, 2010, from injuries suffered on September 25 when insurgents in Kandahar, Afghanistan attacked his vehicle with an improvised explosive device. He is survived by his father Donald, mother Susan, brother Gary, and sister Katie.
Safety First: Be Smart About This Workout
These workouts are meaningful — but they are also extremely demanding.
With the Florida heat and humidity already ramping up, it’s important to approach Memorial Day with a smart game plan.
Please Prioritize:
- Hydration
- Electrolytes
- Eating before class. Fasting is NOT advised.
- Pacing appropriately
Take time beforehand to think through how you want to approach the workout. You are absolutely welcome to:
- Partner up
- Complete a half Murph
- Complete a quarter Murph
- Scale movements appropriately
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This is your workout experience. Choose the version that allows you to challenge yourself safely while still honoring the purpose behind the day.
About Wearing a Vest
Athletes may consider wearing a weighted vest (“body armor”) during Murph.
At CrossFit Winter Park, we have one important rule:
Do NOT wear a vest if:
- Your previous Murph time exceeds 40 minutes
- This is your first Murph
If you cannot complete Murph in under 40 minutes at bodyweight, your focus should be improving your pacing and fitness — not adding load.
This rule exists entirely for safety reasons. We want you healthy, training consistently, and able to recover well after the workout.
Movement Standards Matter
Hero workouts carry meaning beyond the score on the whiteboard.
Proper movement standards and honest rep counting matter out of respect for:
- Yourself
- Your fellow athletes
- The heroes we are honoring
That means:
- Chest to the floor on push-ups
- Full extension on air squats
- Honest reps throughout the workout
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Do the work with integrity. It matters.
We Can’t Wait to Celebrate With You
Memorial Day at CrossFit Winter Park is always one of the most memorable days of the year — full of hard work, encouragement, and community spirit.
Please take care of yourself over the holiday weekend:
- Hydrate well
- Eat properly
- Rest up
- Come ready to work hard and have fun
We’re looking forward to an incredible morning with all of you.
In Good Health,
Stephanie & Your Coaches
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