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Many CrossFit gyms have an array of Atlas stones on hand already, so you may not need your own.

Carrying Events

Carrying, holding, and moving events may be the simplest to train for. The
best way to prepare for moving events is to pick up a heavy object, and
move with it. If you know what implement will be used in competition, find an
object similar in size and weight, and practice carrying it. These events can
vary, but typically they are measured by time in a set distance, or max
distance in a set time. This is another item to add to your event training day,
separate from conventional lifting days.

Carrying events found in competition:

 Sandbag Carry: The sandbag is typically bear-hugged or carried in front of
the body, no shouldering allowed. These events can be for time or distance.
 Keg Carry: Similar to the sandbag, the keg carry event is a front-hold carry.
Kegs are fairly easy to find, so go out and buy one, fill it up with water or sand,
and carry it for 100ft runs.
 Conan’s Wheel/Zercher Carry: These are front-loaded carries with the bar
resting in the crook of your elbow. Train with a heavy barbell and do max
holds. Practice breathing with the weight pushing down on you. This event
never feels good, so it’s best to build up a tolerance with being uncomfortable.