I injured my lower back about 15 years ago...lifting something heavy while at work. I went to the Hughston Clinic believing I may have slipped a disk. Fortunately, it was just a severe muscle strain. For the past 15 years the pain has never subsided. I've just learned to live with it. Some days have been better than others and over the years I've been to chiropractors and worked out in "traditional" gyms to no avail. The pain has ALWAYS been there...UNTIL recently. For a little over a year now, I've been working out in a CrossFit gym....good coach....first and foremost, he teaches good form before going heavier on the weight. A few weeks ago I noticed, kind of surprisingly, my back pain was GONE!! 100% GONE!! I've really enjoyed Crossfit a lot. I will probably never compete, but I feel better than I have in over 15 years. I'll be 43 in September. Crossfit has been a Godsend for me. I don't understand all the haters. Anyway, it has definitely helped! #thankful
+SS Wolf1993 No bull crap! I was bedridden at 355 lbs. herniated disc and diagnosed with degenerative disc disease in Nov. 2014 after physical therapy and 6 months in the gym I decided to do Crossfit. I am now down 115 lbs and stronger and faster than I have been since I was a teenager! I no longer have back pain other than workout soreness (which I welcome), no more blood pressure meds, sleep apnea, and no longer borderline diabetic. The class, coaches and like minded friends keep me motivated. It might not be for everybody but it works for me! I don't understand why so many people bash it. If you're out doing anything to try to improve your mind and body I'm all for it! be it Yoga, bodybuilding, weightlifting or even running! better than being a couch potato!
i am not into crossfit i am a bodybuilder... people hate on crossfit but atleast they get people working out and to reach whatever fitness goals they have...
Did crossfit the other day for the first time... I could not believe the huge significance that one class had on my behavior, mentality and mood just after one day. I felt like more than a million dollars. Of course I didn't leave there without signing up... Lets do it to it!!
Crossfit has helped me since joining in June shed 10kg. Im 5'6 weighed 82kg now down to 71.5kg. When I started I could barely front squat 25kg today I lifted 65kg. Although I ran I was never really good at it. 2 weeks ago I completed a half marathon in 2:06mins to many that's a long time, to me it was a huge achievement. Granted it's not for everyone. But everyone should at least try it before giving out about it. I love it.
I like how he say's at the end. (when people walk in and ask were are all the machines, and I said "we are the machines") thats not just a concept, thats a true to life realization of what we really are , mind body and soul.
I love CrossFit. I started my own biz, had tons of back pain. Took me a few months to get talked into going to a class but that's all it took and I was hooked. I had to invest every penny into my biz but CrossFit was my splurge. It made me stronger, not just physically but mentally. You realize you can do more than you expect. I've been smoking for over 20 yrs and I'm about to quit. Not cuz i work out but bc it hinders my workout. There's a free class on Sat, don't knock it til you try it
I’m almost 50 years old and 15 lbs over my ideal weight. I started about two weeks ago, and already making conscious decisions about what I eat, how long I sleep, and just feel better overall. Advil helps, but let me tell you. The community aspect is incredibly powerful.
Why do I love Crossfit? Most injuries per capita of any fitness fad ever. Great job security for me as a physical therapist assistant. Thank you crossfit!
Such a broad, vague, and subjective comment. Obvious bias and prejudice. Millions of unfit and sedentary people are injured on the job and in daily life. People that are injured during Crossfit training make up a small number compared to the total of accidents/injuries requiring physical therapy.
I was always going to the gym and felt like I was getting results slowly, even with a heck of a diet. Started CrossFit two months ago and my stamina is through the roof. Once in a while I still go to the gym, except there's a huge difference: I no longer feel "beaten" by the gym. In fact I do more weight and go twice as hard! I may not look like I've grown too much, but I certainly feel stronger than ever
i don't understand why people are bagging out CrossFit in the comment section. I'm by no means calling CrossFit the perfect sport but its changed so many lives for the better. I doubt most of you people saying how bad it is have ever been to a CrossFit box.
I've been doing crossfit in my garage for a year now. You don't need the money to afford a box, create your own box. Even if you don't have a garage, put the equipment inside and drag what you need outside for the wod. Your neighbors will eventually see what you're doing and want to join, creating a new CrossFit family. Teach them and spread your knowledge of CrossFit. All you need is a barbell with some weights and you can do 50% of the workouts.
Received a post on FB today saying, "Girl, I just saw you on a Crossfit commercial on ESPN2!!" I am at (1:09) in the video, and quite honored to have been around a magnificent group of people! There is a special connectivity, a bond.... amongst Crossfitters and the Crossfit community. I am thankful for my experience in Fort Worth,TX and will continue to pay my blessings forward. CFBL in Killeen, Tx....thanks!
can never say enough good about crossfit, it first sparked my interest in oly lifting, swimming, gymnastics, really all forms of fitness, and it has helped me really stick out in my unit on my current deployment as "that guy obsessed with fitness" haha
I love this stuff! Watching some of the people struggle to get reps gives me chills through my body. So honored to be part of this sport and this community! It's my dream to go to the games and I know that I'll get there one day!
I go to a box but I also kept my globo membership. Luckily one of the branches has a set of Rogue bumpers so I practice cleans, thrusters, etc. The key part is the coaching. But, for things like burpees and double unders I watched vids through CF Journal.
I agree to that. It allow someone to work out with people to push each other, something I miss at times. At the same time with any workout you have to realize your goal. Crossfit was way to dangerous to do to meet my workout goal so I do my own workout and it works for me. When anyone wants to workout they have to understand their goal first.
Love this video. Inspirational. Have been doing crossfit for about 3 years now. I have seen some great things happen to people by being a part of some amazing communities. There are some great benefits to joining a crossfit community. The one negative I have seen is the level of arrogance of certain crossfitters when it comes to "fitness" or defining an "athlete". I would like to kindly remind everyone, Crossfit is A way to get fit not THE only way.
2nd week of crossfit, it's amazing! I feel so much happier after my workout after having "belonged" to a gym for years. The work out I get from a crossfit session is SO MUCH more rewarding, intense and much more comraderie with the people in the room with you! BEST WORK OUT. I'm doing it to build myself into a stronger, more athletic dancer.
There's a Crossfit Gym one block away from my house and i've been looking where to exercise. I thought of going to a regular gym, but know i think i might as well give Crossfit a try!
LOL been lifting weights for 6 years, don´t need a teacher instructing me all times, all I need is dumbells and discipline. Just another fad, just like kettlebells 3 years ago!
CrossFit® Ahhh, Crossfit. Or, how I like to call it, giving yourself scoliosis for time. It's a scam. Brb, all it takes to be a "coach" is 1000$ and a a two hour training seminar. lulz. Crossfit is a cult full of people who think that they're better than everyone else. "We'll be in the gym, training if you have any questions." (nice grammar, by the way. Very professional). You see much more discipline and dedication in any other community other than Crossfitters.
+Kennel By curiosity, why are you even watching a video about CF intro? Got here by accident or by video chain? Nah, you just typed crossfit in the search bar and decided to hate on it. It's kinda sad that people like you don't seem to realize that it does change people for the best. By the way, I'm not planning on watching bicep curls video complaining about the bad form just to get his extra 5 pounds.
Marc DubZ Definitely a video chain for most of us. We're not going to search for this garbage. I don't remember entirely, but I think I was watching some Olympic lifting videos (like, from the actual Olympics), and saw a Crossfit video in the suggestions on the side. Figured, hey, I'll check it out. On that video, I saw this video in the suggestions box. So, yea, video chain. Fuck off, nobody gives a shit about Crossfit. Don't think so highly of yourself.
You ARE a crossfitter!!!!! Keep that desire alive, like the previous comment, Go find stuff! be creative, that is part of a crossfitters repertoire. Find someone with a wheel barrow and load it with rocks, run around your block with it! Anything will do... If you live it you are it!!!! KEEP IT UP!!!
I really like the versatility in the way that xcrossfit executes their training. It doesn't seem to be monotonous in any way. I enjoy my heart endurance and functionality so these workouts are excellent for my body.
Loved the promo. It also pointed out that CF is not just for the games competitors. There was Annie T. and Spealler, but they also added Tim Baldry, the "normal" guy in glasses. Not all boxes have games level members, but everyone goes through the same experiences.
One of the biggest reasons I hear of why people don't do CrossFit is because they're intimidated by the elite athletes like Froning and Annie. I'm glad they put a lot of normal people in this video, it shows that anyone really can do it.
I've spent less than $1000 on my equipment. And have been training in the garage for over a year now. And can do 95% of the workouts for crossfit. The only thing i don't have yet is a rower.
Do NOT let that stop you!! Go and buy a cheap barbell and cheap weights, get a pair of rings and wrap them on a tree, use your desire and that's all you need to be a crossfitter. You are the type of person that I love to coach. I love people like you because when I see the want in their eyes of wanting a better lifestyle or getting their first muscle-up, sit up, or squat they stop at NOTHING. I hope one day you can afford box life prices, but don't let that stop you from doing what you love!!!!!
That's because CrossFit isn't about only elite lifts. So you can snatch, clean and jerk, or back squat ridiculously heavy weights but if that's all you do, it's not functional strength. It serves no purpose other than to show off. Show me a person that can do those lifts and do box jumps, sprints, and pull ups....in the same workout. That's CrossFit. I've been to 8 CrossFit workouts so far and I love it. I would go more but the gym is 30 minutes away and I work two jobs.
Thanks for the encouragement! I was doing main site WODs as best I could and a regular gym for a while, trying to teach myself form with the small experience I've had with olympic lifts. Since I can't get to a gym, I'm practicing handstands in my room :) Baby steps, haha. Thank you so much, again!!
I feel like I am one of the most obsessed non-crossfitters. I hurts to say that I'm not part of it, and I felt kind of emotional watching this. I just hope one day I can afford to join a box and finally be home.
Thanks! I was doing main site WODs as best I could at my gym for a while. I sustained some injuries a few months ago, so I have had to pull out of the gym ad keep it low impact, but I hope to get back into it soon! The hunger is there!!
JanPospisil42 it sounds like a motivated attitude to not just finish your fitness for the day, but also helping others to do the same. You know how many people go to the gym and give up too easily? Most people do that. They don’t want you to do that at CrossFit, and you’re kept accountable.
have you seen what crossfitters look like, what they do, or at least the general look of the crowd attending the games to spectate in exoduses? they don't look like broken, injured people. they look like fit and lean, mean machines.
30 seconds into this video and it's already captured how I feel. I started last month but its something that has started a transformation in me. The forms I've learned such as proper back position has already helped me outside of fitness. I have no regrets joining and wanting to keep pushing myself as hard as I can. I also want to say that I've heard people say Crossfitters are intimidating and scary but I've noticed that they are all just big goofballs who have fun and also love what they do.
This is a great video. I've done a lot of similar training w olympic lifts, pulls, sprints, jumps, and circuit types. All that I learned.. I owe to my wrestling coaches from high school. I think crossfit is great and I am surprised how its become soo popular since its been around for a long time. The price for crossfit is on the pricey side 200.00 monthly average? Wish it was cheaper for ppl on a budget.
That's not that bad. In Austin, TX 120 will barely get you 2 classes a week. If you want unlimited, it's something like 200. The only way to bring it down is to pay for a whole year in advance, and that'll be 1.5k and up.
im so doing this its right in md near us to!! cant wait to get motivated and lose weight but i think they have trials to if you like this place or not well going to call them tomorrow and see!:D
Ultimately, form is your own responsibility. Lower your weight and practice. It'll take you a few months to develop proper form for a lift like clean or snatch. And don't lift heavy during the WOD until you've practiced with that weight enough. It's called common sense. Squats require form at heavier weights. For body weight squats all you need is some ankle and hip flexibility. Safer ways to build muscle endurance than high rep air squats? Like what?
I love this video and I love crossfit, my only problem is i am trying too open a crossfit box but having no luck it seems to me people in my area do not like crossfit. And I come up with a reason everyday not to give up but it is getting harder.
To add to that, I like how people who hate on Crossfit, consider themselves experts on what Crossfit is like and about just because they go onto the videos and talk crap...lol
I'm glad to see "regular" people here. I've always had this idea that I would be completely out of place, sized up and found wanting by a room full of people who are already in excellent shape and probably 25 years younger than I am. It seems I was mistaken. I wonder though, is this a good place to start for someone like me who is not in shape? Or should I consider a regular gym instead?
Yes, go! I am female 60 and started 3 months ago. Had no clue. I hav always worked out at home, but was being consistent or pushing myself. Started CF and could barely lift the 15 # barbell. I can now do a 35# power clean and 85# deadlift There are all sizes and ages 70+ in my classes. No judgement area and everyone very supportive!! Good luck. Hope you’ll give it a try!
What Mike said. Like anything else, people focus on the negative. They like to laugh when people do something wrong and then paint a picture that it is everyone. My coaches happen to be amazing. They're certified in more than just Crossfit and not only will they not allow you to overdo a movement, they foster a culture within the gym that is in line with that. If the workout calls for 135# and you feel like you can only do 65# that day, no one is going to give you crap. On the contrary.
You make a legitimate point, but I have to say - Obviously, poor form is not recommended or endorsed. The template given to CF trainers (I am one) is Biomechanics (good form) -> Consistency (body awareness and sef-correction) -> Intensity (pushing limits of strength or power comes only AFTER consistent biomechanics). Intensity is meant to be trained progressively, just as strength or endurance would be. It is a weakness of human nature, not CF, that so many trainers misunderstand or suck.
Nice! I'm a converted hater - LOL. Crossfit is winning me my health back, my family's health back, 1 rep at a time. While most athletes in this video are super fit and gorgeous, not all Crossfitters start out this way. I'm morbidly obese, 40 yrs old, and diabetic and I'm kicking ass. Blood sugars were down to normal in the SECOND week. In week 8 I've lost 25 lbs and countless inches. I've gained mental and physical strength and energy and confidence. Truly, WE ARE THE MACHINES!
Jason Statham does not do crossfit. He trains at a gym with stuntmen. His training is akin to crossfit but much more specific to his needs. It was all featured in his first appearance in Men's Health.
Like a lot of people have said previously, try out a home gym for a bit and drop in once a week to test our your skills in the box and make friends. You can still be part of the community without belonging to a box. Let me know if we can help with that dream - we have a ton of equipment at some of the best prices - Rep Fitness
hey! if it gets you moving then do it. I couldn't do Crossfit because what I enjoy most about working out is shoving my headphones into my ear with my music and being left the hell alone. But you never know! I might try it someday.
They gave you rest - squats. You didn't have to do more than 10 cleans in a row. Also, the weight probably wasn't anywhere near your 1 rep max. A compound movement like clean, at high reps and low weight plus a simple movement like squat/sit up is a great full body endurance workout.
I injured my lower back about 15 years ago...lifting something heavy while at work. I went to the Hughston Clinic believing I may have slipped a disk. Fortunately, it was just a severe muscle strain. For the past 15 years the pain has never subsided. I've just learned to live with it. Some days have been better than others and over the years I've been to chiropractors and worked out in "traditional" gyms to no avail. The pain has ALWAYS been there...UNTIL recently.
For a little over a year now, I've been working out in a CrossFit gym....good coach....first and foremost, he teaches good form before going heavier on the weight.
A few weeks ago I noticed, kind of surprisingly, my back pain was GONE!! 100% GONE!! I've really enjoyed Crossfit a lot. I will probably never compete, but I feel better than I have in over 15 years. I'll be 43 in September.
Crossfit has been a Godsend for me.
I don't understand all the haters.
Anyway, it has definitely helped! #thankful
+Greg Long hate is a sign of envy ;)
+SS Wolf1993 No bull crap! I was bedridden at 355 lbs. herniated disc and diagnosed
with degenerative disc disease in Nov. 2014 after physical therapy and 6
months in the gym I decided to do Crossfit. I am now down 115 lbs and
stronger and faster than I have been since I was a teenager! I no longer
have back pain other than workout soreness (which I welcome), no more
blood pressure meds, sleep apnea, and no longer borderline diabetic. The
class, coaches and like minded friends keep me motivated. It might not
be for everybody but it works for me! I don't understand why so many
people bash it. If you're out doing anything to try to improve your mind
and body I'm all for it! be it Yoga, bodybuilding, weightlifting or
even running! better than being a couch potato!
Sorry I didn't respond sooner. I dont use this account all that much.
Greg Long j
Get ready for a real slipped disc soon idiot
i am not into crossfit i am a bodybuilder... people hate on crossfit but atleast they get people working out and to reach whatever fitness goals they have...
If those fitness goals include fucking up your joints I say go for it
and this is the exact reason why i love crossfit! i absolutely love the family/community aspect of it!
I loved the last line! "People walk in and say hey where are the machines... We're the machines"
Did crossfit the other day for the first time... I could not believe the huge significance that one class had on my behavior, mentality and mood just after one day. I felt like more than a million dollars. Of course I didn't leave there without signing up... Lets do it to it!!
Crossfit has helped me since joining in June shed 10kg. Im 5'6 weighed 82kg now down to 71.5kg. When I started I could barely front squat 25kg today I lifted 65kg. Although I ran I was never really good at it. 2 weeks ago I completed a half marathon in 2:06mins to many that's a long time, to me it was a huge achievement. Granted it's not for everyone. But everyone should at least try it before giving out about it. I love it.
I like how he say's at the end. (when people walk in and ask were are all the machines, and I said "we are the machines") thats not just a concept, thats a true to life realization of what we really are , mind body and soul.
I love CrossFit. I started my own biz, had tons of back pain. Took me a few months to get talked into going to a class but that's all it took and I was hooked. I had to invest every penny into my biz but CrossFit was my splurge. It made me stronger, not just physically but mentally. You realize you can do more than you expect. I've been smoking for over 20 yrs and I'm about to quit. Not cuz i work out but bc it hinders my workout. There's a free class on Sat, don't knock it til you try it
I’m almost 50 years old and 15 lbs over my ideal weight. I started about two weeks ago, and already making conscious decisions about what I eat, how long I sleep, and just feel better overall. Advil helps, but let me tell you. The community aspect is incredibly powerful.
1:17
Pretty much sums it up doesn't it?
Pretty much..
Why do I love Crossfit? Most injuries per capita of any fitness fad ever. Great job security for me as a physical therapist assistant. Thank you crossfit!
lol crossfit, more like #crossshit
Pussy
Such a broad, vague, and subjective comment. Obvious bias and prejudice. Millions of unfit and sedentary people are injured on the job and in daily life. People that are injured during Crossfit training make up a small number compared to the total of accidents/injuries requiring physical therapy.
Haha... Oblivious
I was always going to the gym and felt like I was getting results slowly, even with a heck of a diet. Started CrossFit two months ago and my stamina is through the roof. Once in a while I still go to the gym, except there's a huge difference: I no longer feel "beaten" by the gym. In fact I do more weight and go twice as hard! I may not look like I've grown too much, but I certainly feel stronger than ever
Crossfit became my life since may this year and I will NEVER go back! I love it and it made me who I am today. Stronger! #Happy #Bliss
The worst part about crossfit is when u have to tell ur parents ur gay
i don't understand why people are bagging out CrossFit in the comment section. I'm by no means calling CrossFit the perfect sport but its changed so many lives for the better. I doubt most of you people saying how bad it is have ever been to a CrossFit box.
I've been doing crossfit in my garage for a year now. You don't need the money to afford a box, create your own box. Even if you don't have a garage, put the equipment inside and drag what you need outside for the wod. Your neighbors will eventually see what you're doing and want to join, creating a new CrossFit family. Teach them and spread your knowledge of CrossFit. All you need is a barbell with some weights and you can do 50% of the workouts.
Received a post on FB today saying, "Girl, I just saw you on a Crossfit commercial on ESPN2!!" I am at (1:09) in the video, and quite honored to have been around a magnificent group of people! There is a special connectivity, a bond.... amongst Crossfitters and the Crossfit community. I am thankful for my experience in Fort Worth,TX and will continue to pay my blessings forward. CFBL in Killeen, Tx....thanks!
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can never say enough good about crossfit, it first sparked my interest in oly lifting, swimming, gymnastics, really all forms of fitness, and it has helped me really stick out in my unit on my current deployment as "that guy obsessed with fitness" haha
I love this stuff! Watching some of the people struggle to get reps gives me chills through my body. So honored to be part of this sport and this community! It's my dream to go to the games and I know that I'll get there one day!
I go to a box but I also kept my globo membership. Luckily one of the branches has a set of Rogue bumpers so I practice cleans, thrusters, etc. The key part is the coaching. But, for things like burpees and double unders I watched vids through CF Journal.
I agree to that. It allow someone to work out with people to push each other, something I miss at times. At the same time with any workout you have to realize your goal. Crossfit was way to dangerous to do to meet my workout goal so I do my own workout and it works for me. When anyone wants to workout they have to understand their goal first.
This Cross Fit training has truly change my life!!! I couldn't go back to traditional exercising! I Love Cross Fit training! For Life!
crossfit for me: is medicine that makes me forget all the negative
Love this video. Inspirational. Have been doing crossfit for about 3 years now. I have seen some great things happen to people by being a part of some amazing communities. There are some great benefits to joining a crossfit community. The one negative I have seen is the level of arrogance of certain crossfitters when it comes to "fitness" or defining an "athlete". I would like to kindly remind everyone, Crossfit is A way to get fit not THE only way.
How do you know if someone does Crossfit? Don't worry, they'll tell you.
If some is a Vegan and a crossfitter, they can actually tear spacetime as they battle to tell you both things first.
i'm 14 years old and i do cross fit for high school wrestling, Its hard but it is what i need to succeed.
Have you ever heard the old adage, "Don't knock it until you try it"? Almost 2 years in and it's been life changing for me.
2nd week of crossfit, it's amazing! I feel so much happier after my workout after having "belonged" to a gym for years. The work out I get from a crossfit session is SO MUCH more rewarding, intense and much more comraderie with the people in the room with you! BEST WORK OUT. I'm doing it to build myself into a stronger, more athletic dancer.
My what's app is there any joint seriously left in condition?( no offense just wanna know (
"i dont always do crossfit, but when i do, they pay me a bunch of money" LOL
There's a Crossfit Gym one block away from my house and i've been looking where to exercise. I thought of going to a regular gym, but know i think i might as well give Crossfit a try!
"If you go to a crossfit gym, everybody loves you" "They don't let you quit"
I think Scientology has the same deal.
At least you’ll be ripped in the process
LOL been lifting weights for 6 years, don´t need a teacher instructing me all times, all I need is dumbells and discipline. Just another fad, just like kettlebells 3 years ago!
CrossFit® by training you mean flailing around on a pullup bar and having awful right?
CrossFit® Ahhh, Crossfit.
Or, how I like to call it, giving yourself scoliosis for time.
It's a scam. Brb, all it takes to be a "coach" is 1000$ and a a two hour training seminar. lulz.
Crossfit is a cult full of people who think that they're better than everyone else. "We'll be in the gym, training if you have any questions." (nice grammar, by the way. Very professional).
You see much more discipline and dedication in any other community other than Crossfitters.
+Kennel By curiosity, why are you even watching a video about CF intro? Got here by accident or by video chain? Nah, you just typed crossfit in the search bar and decided to hate on it. It's kinda sad that people like you don't seem to realize that it does change people for the best. By the way, I'm not planning on watching bicep curls video complaining about the bad form just to get his extra 5 pounds.
Marc DubZ Definitely a video chain for most of us. We're not going to search for this garbage. I don't remember entirely, but I think I was watching some Olympic lifting videos (like, from the actual Olympics), and saw a Crossfit video in the suggestions on the side. Figured, hey, I'll check it out. On that video, I saw this video in the suggestions box.
So, yea, video chain. Fuck off, nobody gives a shit about Crossfit. Don't think so highly of yourself.
+Marc DubZ to insult crossfitters obviously
You ARE a crossfitter!!!!! Keep that desire alive, like the previous comment, Go find stuff! be creative, that is part of a crossfitters repertoire. Find someone with a wheel barrow and load it with rocks, run around your block with it! Anything will do... If you live it you are it!!!! KEEP IT UP!!!
"We're the machines." Great Quote.
I can come here and I don't know what I'm doing.
That pretty much tells you what Crossfit is.
I really like the versatility in the way that xcrossfit executes their training. It doesn't seem to be monotonous in any way. I enjoy my heart endurance and functionality so these workouts are excellent for my body.
FINALLY!!!! HQ got it right. A video showing the real 99% of people who CrossFit - not just the elite 1%. Good stuff.
Loved the promo. It also pointed out that CF is not just for the games competitors. There was Annie T. and Spealler, but they also added Tim Baldry, the "normal" guy in glasses. Not all boxes have games level members, but everyone goes through the same experiences.
One of the biggest reasons I hear of why people don't do CrossFit is because they're intimidated by the elite athletes like Froning and Annie. I'm glad they put a lot of normal people in this video, it shows that anyone really can do it.
One of the biggest reasons I hear, is because no one has ever become an elite athlete by doing crossfit..
This works because it's marketed as a lifestyle.
I've spent less than $1000 on my equipment. And have been training in the garage for over a year now. And can do 95% of the workouts for crossfit. The only thing i don't have yet is a rower.
Do NOT let that stop you!! Go and buy a cheap barbell and cheap weights, get a pair of rings and wrap them on a tree, use your desire and that's all you need to be a crossfitter. You are the type of person that I love to coach. I love people like you because when I see the want in their eyes of wanting a better lifestyle or getting their first muscle-up, sit up, or squat they stop at NOTHING. I hope one day you can afford box life prices, but don't let that stop you from doing what you love!!!!!
"Where are the machines?! We are the machines!"
OMG!! Crossfit people are ROBOTS!!! =) ;)
Two thumbs up for a great inspirational video! Thank you!
Yes, I'm aware of that. I read that it wasn't straight Crossfit, but borrows a bit from Crossfit so they gave a nod to it.
Goosebumps, didn´t had them for long time, while watching video
So there is actually people hating on a type of fitness? Man some people just don't have a life at all, it's just sad.
That's because CrossFit isn't about only elite lifts. So you can snatch, clean and jerk, or back squat ridiculously heavy weights but if that's all you do, it's not functional strength. It serves no purpose other than to show off.
Show me a person that can do those lifts and do box jumps, sprints, and pull ups....in the same workout. That's CrossFit.
I've been to 8 CrossFit workouts so far and I love it. I would go more but the gym is 30 minutes away and I work two jobs.
Thanks for the encouragement!
I was doing main site WODs as best I could and a regular gym for a while, trying to teach myself form with the small experience I've had with olympic lifts.
Since I can't get to a gym, I'm practicing handstands in my room :) Baby steps, haha. Thank you so much, again!!
I feel like I am one of the most obsessed non-crossfitters. I hurts to say that I'm not part of it, and I felt kind of emotional watching this. I just hope one day I can afford to join a box and finally be home.
Thanks! I was doing main site WODs as best I could at my gym for a while. I sustained some injuries a few months ago, so I have had to pull out of the gym ad keep it low impact, but I hope to get back into it soon! The hunger is there!!
2 weeks in and crossfit is changing mine :)
4 months in. Crossfit is changing my life.
2 minutes of video and they still not explained what is crossfit
Great vid HQ-this really communicates what it's all about. Love the "regular" people - highlights the mentality behind it all!
"They don't let you quit, even if you want to quit." Nope, doesn't sound like a cult at all. :))
JanPospisil42 it sounds like a motivated attitude to not just finish your fitness for the day, but also helping others to do the same. You know how many people go to the gym and give up too easily? Most people do that. They don’t want you to do that at CrossFit, and you’re kept accountable.
have you seen what crossfitters look like, what they do, or at least the general look of the crowd attending the games to spectate in exoduses? they don't look like broken, injured people. they look like fit and lean, mean machines.
This is so inspirational, no matter how many times I've seen this video.
Great video.. #crossfit and PROUD!!
Where is the part about losing all your gainz!?
Ask Froning, Khalipa, or any of the other top CF athletes. CF makes big and dense muscle, not traditional gym fluff.
All those top guys you just mentioned have a "body building" back round. They didn't start with cross shit
So why didnt they lose their gains?
Cuz im sure all of them still incorporate body building moves, ie curls or bench
Ben Dean whos to know if they're taking PED also
I don't like the idea of "workout of a day". but I do like the idea of being able to do many different things.
Of course you can do it, The Crossfit program is designed for universal scalability.
Nice! Yeah, it is really... interesting lifting high volume with no bumper plates, let me tell ya! I was all over those vids for form :)
30 seconds into this video and it's already captured how I feel. I started last month but its something that has started a transformation in me. The forms I've learned such as proper back position has already helped me outside of fitness. I have no regrets joining and wanting to keep pushing myself as hard as I can. I also want to say that I've heard people say Crossfitters are intimidating and scary but I've noticed that they are all just big goofballs who have fun and also love what they do.
check out #InfiniteElgintensity. 30 seconds into his videos and he captured what I felt
'Crossfit' and 'Gym Jones' have changed my life! And, I do 'love it'.
0:43 = 95lbs made to look like 400
ohh really
Its 95 kg witch is almost 225lbs
It's actually more like 125-135 lbs, not what it looks like but still pretty impressive for a squat
franktib bitches be like "grab me the 2.5"
+franktib Try the Fran crossfit workout with 95# and get back to me with your results! Guarantee you wont be making fun of 95# anymore!
So... this video dont explain anything
I love it..."WE ARE THE MACHINES"
This is a great video. I've done a lot of similar training w olympic lifts, pulls, sprints, jumps, and circuit types. All that I learned.. I owe to my wrestling coaches from high school. I think crossfit is great and I am surprised how its become soo popular since its been around for a long time. The price for crossfit is on the pricey side 200.00 monthly average? Wish it was cheaper for ppl on a budget.
Cross fits awesome don't care what anyone says.
That's not that bad. In Austin, TX 120 will barely get you 2 classes a week. If you want unlimited, it's something like 200. The only way to bring it down is to pay for a whole year in advance, and that'll be 1.5k and up.
im so doing this its right in md near us to!! cant wait to get motivated and lose weight but i think they have trials to if you like this place or not well going to call them tomorrow and see!:D
"I love it cause the workout is different every day. I can come in, and I don't know what I'm doing."
Yeah...
Hi is barbell complex workouts part of cross fit thanks🏋️
if you have never tried crossfit there is no reason you should be hating on it!
Ultimately, form is your own responsibility. Lower your weight and practice. It'll take you a few months to develop proper form for a lift like clean or snatch. And don't lift heavy during the WOD until you've practiced with that weight enough. It's called common sense. Squats require form at heavier weights. For body weight squats all you need is some ankle and hip flexibility. Safer ways to build muscle endurance than high rep air squats? Like what?
I love this video and I love crossfit, my only problem is i am trying too open a crossfit box but having no luck it seems to me people in my area do not like crossfit. And I come up with a reason everyday not to give up but it is getting harder.
Yep. He's a CrossFit HQ trainer - he was one of the coaches at my CF Level 1 class.
My wife does crossfit. Hats off to all you guys and girls because that shit is brutal!
To add to that, I like how people who hate on Crossfit, consider themselves experts on what Crossfit is like and about just because they go onto the videos and talk crap...lol
This just gave me chills
Love the look of those muscular, lean crossfit women.
SO INSPIRING!!!I'm gonna to crossfit now!
I'm glad to see "regular" people here. I've always had this idea that I would be completely out of place, sized up and found wanting by a room full of people who are already in excellent shape and probably 25 years younger than I am. It seems I was mistaken. I wonder though, is this a good place to start for someone like me who is not in shape? Or should I consider a regular gym instead?
Yes, go! I am female 60 and started 3 months ago. Had no clue. I hav always worked out at home, but was being consistent or pushing myself. Started CF and could barely lift the 15 # barbell. I can now do a 35# power clean and 85# deadlift There are all sizes and ages 70+ in my classes. No judgement area and everyone very supportive!! Good luck. Hope you’ll give it a try!
What Mike said. Like anything else, people focus on the negative. They like to laugh when people do something wrong and then paint a picture that it is everyone. My coaches happen to be amazing. They're certified in more than just Crossfit and not only will they not allow you to overdo a movement, they foster a culture within the gym that is in line with that. If the workout calls for 135# and you feel like you can only do 65# that day, no one is going to give you crap. On the contrary.
You make a legitimate point, but I have to say - Obviously, poor form is not recommended or endorsed. The template given to CF trainers (I am one) is Biomechanics (good form) -> Consistency (body awareness and sef-correction) -> Intensity (pushing limits of strength or power comes only AFTER consistent biomechanics). Intensity is meant to be trained progressively, just as strength or endurance would be. It is a weakness of human nature, not CF, that so many trainers misunderstand or suck.
I LOVE THEM~ they look so happy ! i want to be like them !
Nice! I'm a converted hater - LOL. Crossfit is winning me my health back, my family's health back, 1 rep at a time. While most athletes in this video are super fit and gorgeous, not all Crossfitters start out this way. I'm morbidly obese, 40 yrs old, and diabetic and I'm kicking ass. Blood sugars were down to normal in the SECOND week. In week 8 I've lost 25 lbs and countless inches. I've gained mental and physical strength and energy and confidence. Truly, WE ARE THE MACHINES!
Jason Statham does not do crossfit. He trains at a gym with stuntmen. His training is akin to crossfit but much more specific to his needs. It was all featured in his first appearance in Men's Health.
Niiice! After a while, you'll start hitting up CMC's and Spartan races
Like a lot of people have said previously, try out a home gym for a bit and drop in once a week to test our your skills in the box and make friends. You can still be part of the community without belonging to a box. Let me know if we can help with that dream - we have a ton of equipment at some of the best prices - Rep Fitness
Drop in classes are expensive.
I'll be starting this in the next few weeks. I can't wait :)
I love it, if only mine wasn't so far and these damn fees !!!!!!!
I love it, Where are the machines? We are the machines!
hey! if it gets you moving then do it. I couldn't do Crossfit because what I enjoy most about working out is shoving my headphones into my ear with my music and being left the hell alone. But you never know! I might try it someday.
The workouts are scaled to your level......and you work up to stuff....
Now... If only we had a gym like this on Cape Town, South Africa. Or actually, closer to my area that I stay. Closest one is like 85km, one way! :-(
awesome video!!!
GREAT VIDEO!!! SO INSPIRING!!!!!
I have so much respect for them
Great vid HQ!
They gave you rest - squats. You didn't have to do more than 10 cleans in a row. Also, the weight probably wasn't anywhere near your 1 rep max. A compound movement like clean, at high reps and low weight plus a simple movement like squat/sit up is a great full body endurance workout.