Wodex League® 2025 Rulebook
Wodex League® is an annual athletic event designed to determine the fittest athlete of the year. The league follows a multi-stage structure that includes both online and in-person competitions, forming a complete, professional, and competitive season.
Competition Pathway
The Wodex League progresses through the following stages:
- League 2 (Online)
- League 1 (Online)
- Premier League (In-Person & Final Stage)
This rulebook has been developed to ensure transparency, order, and consistency throughout all phases of the event. It comprehensively covers technical, operational, and judging aspects of the league. By reviewing this document, athletes, judges, and organizers will gain a clear and unified understanding of the competition process.
Contents of This Rulebook:
📝 Registration Method + Division Details
📥 How to Enter the Competition
International athletes can register simply by sending us an email at wodex.info@gmail.com.
The entire registration process will be completed in the shortest possible time.
📊 Athlete Divisions (Age Groups & Competitive Levels)
Age divisions are determined based on the athlete’s age as of August 23, 2025.
This season includes 11 age brackets, which—when combined with gender and skill level categories—form a total of 32 divisions.
⚠️ Important Notes:
- Please carefully select your appropriate age group.
According to the rulebook, any changes to the selected division will incur a penalty fee. - Athletes under 14 years old and over 40 years old must compete in the Open level.
- Athletes between 14 and 35 years old must choose either the RX’d or Scaled level.
| Age Group | Competitive Level | Date of Birth |
|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls under 8 | Open | Born after 2017/08/22 |
| Boys & Girls 8–9 | Open | 2015/08/23 – 2017/08/22 |
| Boys & Girls 10–11 | Open | 2013/08/23 – 2015/08/22 |
| Boys & Girls 12–13 | Open | 2011/08/23 – 2013/08/22 |
| Boys & Girls 14–15 | RX’d, Scaled | 2009/08/23 – 2011/08/22 |
| Boys & Girls 16–17 | RX’d, Scaled | 2007/08/23 – 2009/08/22 |
| Men & Women 18–34 (Open to all) | RX’d, Scaled | 1990/08/23 – 2007/08/22 |
| Men & Women 35–39 | RX’d, Scaled | 1985/08/23 – 1990/08/22 |
| Men & Women 40–44 | Open | 1980/08/23 – 1985/08/22 |
| Men & Women 45–49 | Open | 1975/08/23 – 1980/08/22 |
| Men & Women 50+ | Open | Born before 1975/08/23 |
| Men & Women Adaptive | Open | No age restriction |
📌 Policy on Age Falsification
If an athlete is found to have falsified their date of birth in order to compete in an unauthorized division, they will be banned from all competitions for one year.
Parents or guardians who assist in falsifying an athlete’s birth date will also be subject to the same penalty.
📌 Adaptive Division Registration Guidelines
Athletes with physical or sensory impairments are eligible to compete in the Adaptive Division of the Wodex League.
This division is specifically designed to ensure fair and inclusive competition for individuals with physical challenges.
Eligible Conditions for the Adaptive Division include (but are not limited to):
- Amputation (limb or fingers)
- Partial or full paralysis of a limb
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Spinal cord injuries
- Neurological or motor disorders
- Muscular Dystrophy, Cerebral Palsy (CP), or similar conditions
- Severe hearing impairment or deafness
- Severe visual impairment or blindness
Important:
Final acceptance into the Adaptive Division requires review and approval by the Wodex League Evaluation Team.
Before registering, please contact us via Telegram and share your information to ensure correct placement.
We are here to support you and ensure that you compete in a fair, just, and appropriate division.
📍 Region Selection (Country / Province)
An athlete’s place of residence does not affect the competition process but serves as a useful filter in the leaderboard.
During registration, all participants are required to select their province or region of residence to enable the display of top performances by location.
Special Cases:
- Military Personnel:
Must select the province of their permanent duty station. - Frequent Travelers:
Must choose the region they typically return to as their home base. - Students:
Must register using their current address, whether in a dormitory or private residence near their place of study.
Note:
Once selected, the region cannot be changed. It is used solely as a filter on the leaderboard and does not affect competition placement.
🧑🏫 Coach Selection
During the registration process, athletes have the option to select their coach.
This season, Wodex aims to identify and recognize top coaches across the country based on two key metrics:
- The number of registered athletes under their supervision
- The performance quality of their athletes in the leaderboard
Choosing a coach not only supports better performance analysis, but can also play a key role in your technical development and competitive success.
📌 Competition Stages
League 2 (Online)
League 2 is the first stage of the official competition season, held online.
Depending on the number of registered participants, this stage includes two or three consecutive events over the course of one month, with WODs released via the Wodex app.
📱 Official Details and Schedule – League 2 (2025):
WOD Release Dates:
WODs will be released at 20:00 (Tehran time) on the following dates:
August 23th, September 1st, and September 11th (if there are three WODs in total).
Final score submission deadline:
Monday, September 22, 2025 at 20:00
Athletes have until the end of the month to submit or, if needed, edit their WOD videos.
At the end of this stage, a one-month period will be allocated for review and scoring. During this time, judges will evaluate athlete performances, and the official leaderboard will be published based on verified scores.
🎯 Qualification for League 1:
To advance to the next stage, athletes must meet one of the following criteria:
Be among the top 70% of their division, or at least among the top 15 athletes (whichever number is higher).
This ensures that the most deserving athletes move forward.
📝 Registration Requirements:
All athletes who meet the age requirements are eligible to participate.
Registration is available only through the Wodex app and is conducted online.
For more information, please refer to the registration guide.
🏅 Special Invitations:
Wodex reserves the right to invite past champions, guest athletes, or notable figures to participate directly in any stage of the league, in order to preserve the identity and spirit of the competition.
📌 League 1 (Online)
League 1 is the second stage of the competitive season, held entirely online.
Only athletes who performed successfully in the previous stage are eligible to participate in this round.
📅 League Start Date:
This league will begin on Thursday, October 23, 2025 and will continue until Sunday, December 21, 2025.
📲 Invitation & Registration Process:
Once League 2 ends and the official leaderboard is published, Wodex will send invitations to eligible athletes via the Wodex app.
Invitations will appear on the competitions page within the app.
Only athletes who accept the invitation and complete their registration will be allowed to enter the next stage and submit scores.
✅ Registration Timeline:
- Registration Opens: Friday, October 17, 2025
- Registration Closes: Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Athletes who do not accept their invitation by the deadline will not be eligible, and their spots will be passed on to the next eligible athletes in the rankings.
💳 Registration Fee:
The registration fee details will be announced within the Wodex app.
📌 Event Schedule:
Workouts (WODs) in this stage will be released at 20:00 (Tehran time) on the 1st and 15th of each month.
Athletes will have 5 days to submit their workout videos and scores.
The submission window closes at 20:00 on the 10th and 20th of each month.
After this deadline, no further score submission or editing will be allowed.
🎥 Judging & Result Announcements:
After each event, the Wodex judging committee will review all videos within one week, and official results will be published through the app.
📈 Key Leaderboard Notes:
- All scores from the previous stage will be reset to zero.
- Athletes begin this stage with no carryover points.
- At the end of the three-month competition period, the top 10 athletes in each division will qualify for the final stage (Premier League).
🏆 Wodex Premire League
Wodex Premier League is the final stage of the competitive season, bringing together the top athletes from across the country.
After the conclusion of League 1 and the publication of the final leaderboard, the top 10 athletes from each division will advance to the Premier League to compete for the championship title.
📲 Invitations & Registration:
Following the end of League 1, official invitations to the Premier League will be sent via the Wodex app.
Invitations will appear in the competitions page of the app. Each qualified athlete must:
- Accept the invitation online
- Complete the registration process before the announced deadline
- Pay the registration fee
If an athlete declines the invitation or fails to complete registration, their spot will be given to the next athlete in the ranking.
💳 Registration Fee:
The fee details will be announced within the Wodex app.
🎯 Premier League Format
The Wodex Premier League will be conducted in two formats, depending on the division level:
👑 In-Person Finals
All athletes competing in the RX’d and Open categories are required to participate in an in-person final.
The exact location and schedule will be announced through the app.
💪 Online Finals
Athletes in the Scaled divisions will participate in the final online.
(Depending on future discussions, this format may be changed to in-person.)
Video submissions and score registration must follow the official guidelines provided in the app.
📌 Note:
The final stage of the Wodex League is designed to provide a high-level professional competition for elite athletes while also offering a fair and inclusive opportunity for beginner and adaptive athletes to compete online.
🎯 WOD Formats
How WODs Are Announced and Execution Requirements
The format for each competition WOD is officially published by Wodex and uniformly communicated to all athletes.
Athletes are required to perform the WODs exactly according to the prescribed format.
The WOD format includes the following elements:
- Required Movements
- Start and End Positions for Each Movement
- Number of Repetitions and/or Repetition Patterns
- Layout of the Competition Area or Environment, if applicable
- Required Equipment
- Weight Specifications
(All weights are stated in kilograms. It is the athlete’s responsibility to select the correct weights. If using pound plates, athletes must choose the appropriate combination. Clips (collars) are not counted in the total weight.) - Time Limits or Time Caps
- Scoring Details
(Scores will be announced prior to the start of the WOD. The method for determining the winner may be based on the highest or lowest score, or a combination of both.) - Video Recording and Submission Instructions
Athlete Obligations:
At all times, athletes must adhere strictly to the announced format. This includes:
- Performing movements according to standards
- Completing the required number of repetitions
- Using the prescribed equipment and loads
- Respecting time limits
- Following all video submission guidelines
Important Warning:
Any alteration or deviation from the official WOD format in any form is strictly prohibited and will result in disqualification of that WOD’s score.
Only Wodex is authorized to publish the official WOD formats to the athletes.
Athlete Video Submission and Scoring Requirements
Athletes must submit their videos and scores within the specified deadlines.
No scores submitted after the deadline will be accepted under any circumstances.
To register a score, athletes must first upload their video to YouTube, then submit the video link and score via the Wodex app (see Score Submission Guide).
Athletes bear full responsibility for timely and accurate submission of their event videos and scores.
Incomplete submissions (e.g., incorrect scores or wrong video links) will not be accepted.
Wodex reserves the right to extend submission deadlines in cases of unforeseen circumstances.
YouTube Video Guidelines:
- Videos must contain original content created by the athlete, and all usage rights (including music) must be owned by them.
- Videos must be uploaded to YouTube with Public visibility.
- Videos must comply with YouTube Community Guidelines and Terms of Service.
- By submitting a video, the athlete grants Wodex a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, broadcast, and display the video for scoring and promotional purposes.
- The athlete agrees to hold harmless and indemnify Wodex from any claims or damages arising from third parties regarding the submitted video.
Reasons for Score Adjustment or Rejection May Include:
- Failure to follow video recording instructions (e.g., improper angle, distance, or lighting that hinders correct judging).
- Wearing clothing that obstructs accurate assessment of movements by judges.
- Violations of WOD format or movement standards.
- Errors in repetition counting.
Important Notes:
Athletes should have a person supervising their performance to ensure all repetitions meet the standards.
Before submitting, athletes must review their video to confirm that the camera angle, lighting, and video quality allow judges to properly evaluate the movements.
Judging and Result Confirmation
Judging and official confirmation of WOD results are essential for validating scores in Wodex competitions.
Judges are responsible for enforcing movement and workout standards as well as confirming athlete scores.
Four Possible Judging Outcomes:
- Valid Video:
The athlete adheres to movement standards, and the submitted score is correct. The score is accepted. - Valid with Penalty:
The athlete fails to fully comply with standards, resulting in a score adjustment or penalty. - Zero Score or Disqualification:
If the athlete cannot complete the WOD correctly or fully, judges may assign a disqualification score.
Disqualified athletes may continue to compete in other events, and their other scores will remain on the leaderboard. - Invalid:
If an athlete intentionally manipulates the WOD to gain an unfair advantage, the disciplinary committee reserves the right to completely remove the athlete from the competition.
Time Penalties
Wodex applies time penalties based on the specific movements and conditions of each WOD, which may vary by exercise type.
Penalty criteria may be updated, and detailed rules will be publicly announced before competitions.
Score Adjustment Examples with Penalties:
- No-Rep:
Any failure to perform a movement correctly according to Wodex rules may result in a time penalty, e.g., 5 seconds per No-Rep.
For example, 5 No-Reps equal a 25-second time penalty. - Incorrect Start / Wrong Position:
Starting before the official start or from an incorrect position results in a 10-second penalty. - Obstructed or Out-of-Frame Movements:
If a movement is partially obscured or not fully visible, that repetition is counted as a No-Rep.
If the movement is entirely out of frame, only repetitions visible in frame will count toward the score. - Incorrect Setup:
Athletes failing to comply with setup requirements (loading, measuring, camera placement) may be disqualified.
Time Cap and Penalty Example:
If time penalties cause the athlete’s total time to exceed the Time Cap, the final score will be the number of correctly completed repetitions within the Time Cap.
For instance, in the workout “Fran” (90 reps, 6-minute Time Cap), an athlete finishing at 5:30 with a 60-second penalty (total 6:30) will have their score adjusted to the number of reps completed by minute 6 — i.e., 81 reps.
Protest Request
In case of receiving a penalty, the athlete may submit a protest to the designated official responsible for handling disputes.
The head judge of the competition will review the submitted video and announce the final decision.
Only the athlete themselves has the right to file a protest; coaches or other individuals are not permitted to do so on the athlete’s behalf.
🏆 Leaderboard
The official leaderboard will be published through the Wodex app.
Athletes in each division are ranked based on their performance relative to other competitors.
At each stage, an athlete’s final score is calculated as the sum of their ranks across all WODs.
For example, an athlete with ranks 2nd, 3rd, and 5th will have a total score of 10 (2 + 3 + 5 = 10).
In this system, lower scores indicate higher rankings.
In case of a tie in total scores, priority is given to the athlete with the best individual rank in a single WOD.
If the tie persists, subsequent WOD performances will be reviewed until the tie is broken.
After an athlete submits a score, their score will appear in orange on the leaderboard.
This score is unofficial and has not yet been verified by judges.
Once the judging team reviews and confirms the video, the final score will be published in green on the official leaderboard (see the complete leaderboard guide).
If an athlete does not submit a score for an event, they will be ranked at the bottom among all athletes who submitted scores for that WOD.
However, they will not be removed from the overall leaderboard and may continue to participate and earn scores in subsequent events.
🎁 Prizes
The initial prize pool for this competition is set at 500 million Iranian Rials.
As the number of participants increases, the prize value will also increase accordingly.
Exact prize amounts will be announced after the registration deadline, based on the final number of participants.
Prize Recipients:
At the end of the competition, the following will receive awards:
- First, second, and third place winners in each division
- Top Coach (based on the number and performance of the athletes under their supervision)
Top Coach Selection:
The top coach will be selected based on a combination of the number of athletes participating in the league under their guidance and the final ranking positions of those athletes on the leaderboard.
CrossFit Workout: Sunday, March 09, 2025
CrossFit Workout: Sunday, March 09, 2025
This for-time workout emphasizes speed, power, and endurance.
Thrusters, a combination of a front squat and push press, engage the entire body with a focus on legs, shoulders, and core.
Pull-ups develop upper-body pulling strength, engaging the lats, biceps, and core.
Kettlebell swings build explosive hip power, targeting the posterior chain and improving grip strength.
The for-time format challenges athletes to move quickly while maintaining proper form, promoting mental toughness and efficiency under fatigue.
The workout can be scaled for athletes of all levels by adjusting weights, movements, and equipment.
Workout Modifications for Beginner Athletes
For Time:
Complete the following as quickly as possible:
- 21 thrusters (65 lb)
- 15 pull-ups
- 9 Russian kettlebell swings (35 lb)
To access the warm-up and cool-down programs for this WOD, please use the WODEX app.
Home Workout: Thursday, March 06, 2025
Home Workout: Thursday, March 06, 2025
This full-body EMOM improves lower-body endurance, upper-body strength, and core control while managing intensity over a longer duration.
Movement Analysis:
✅ Air Squats: Develop leg endurance and explosive power.
✅ Mountain Climbers: Strengthen upper body and core.
✅ Russian Twists: Improve rotational core strength and oblique activation.
Energy System:
🔋 Primarily glycolytic (moderate bursts of effort) with oxidative (sustained work over 24 minutes) components.
Workout Goals:
🎯 Maintain consistent effort across rounds.
🎯 Control breathing to manage fatigue.
🎯 Keep core engaged for stability.
Training Tips:
✔ Focus on proper squat depth and soft landings in jump squats.
✔ Keep elbows tucked in push-ups to avoid shoulder strain.
✔ Maintain a smooth, controlled twist in Russian Twists to engage the core effectively.
CrossFit Workout: Thursday, March 06, 2025
CrossFit Workout: Thursday, March 06, 2025
This strength and conditioning WOD challenges barbell cycling, gymnastics endurance, and cardio capacity in a fast-paced setting.
Movement Analysis:
✅ Power Cleans: Develop explosive pulling strength and coordination.
✅ Pull-ups: Build upper-body pulling strength and endurance.
✅ Wall Balls: Improve leg power and metabolic conditioning.
✅ Running: Enhance cardiovascular endurance and transition efficiency.
Energy System:
🔋 A blend of phosphagen (explosive lifting), glycolytic (repetitive strength-endurance work), and oxidative (sustained efforts over multiple rounds).
Workout Goals:
🎯 Maintain efficient barbell cycling.
🎯 Control breathing to stay consistent.
🎯 Push the pace on the run while recovering the grip.
Training Tips:
✔ Use an aggressive hip extension in power cleans for efficiency.
✔ Keep a strong hollow body position in pull-ups.
✔ Aim for unbroken wall balls with smooth breathing.
This WOD is a well-rounded test of power, endurance, and efficiency under fatigue.
Workout Modifications for Beginner Athletes
🔹The scaled version allows athletes to adjust weight and skill level while maintaining intensity.
- 8 Power Cleans (60% of 1RM)
- 12 Jumping Pull-ups
- 12 Wall Balls (14/10 lb)
- 150m Run
To access the warm-up and cool-down programs for this WOD, please use the WODEX app.