What is CrossFit?
CrossFit is constantly varied functional movements executed at high intensity intended to increase work capacity across broad time and modal domains.
What does that mean?
It means challenge every aspect of your fitness. The movements are based on real-world application. They must be useful and universal. They are constantly varied, meaning you may go for weeks or more without repeating the same workout. The intensity is designed to elicit power. Increased power output is an observable and measurable indicator of favorable adaptation. Intensity is directly linked to maximizing the rate of return of desired adaptation, such as body composition, strength, endurance, etc…
Our goal is simply increased fitness. To achieve this we use a variety of weightlifting, gymnastics and mono-structural movements. We vary the load, distance, time, repetitions, etc… Anything we can, to continue to drive adaptation at all levels and in all areas (see 10 basic physical skills).
Even more simply, we workout harder for a shorter time (usually) and get serious results. And we have fun doing it.
The Ten Basic Physical Skills
Cardiovascular Endurance
Stamina
Strength
Flexibility
Power
Speed
Coordination
Accuracy
Agility
Balance
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What is CrossFit?
