CrossFit
A branded fitness program combining high-intensity functional movements from various disciplines.
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CrossFit combines elements of Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, gymnastics, and cardio into high-intensity workouts (WODs). It emphasizes constantly varied, functional movements performed at high intensity. CrossFit has built a strong community and competitive scene, though the intensity requires proper coaching and progression.
Examples
- WOD (Workout of the Day)
- Benchmark workouts like Fran and Murph
- Combines multiple training modalities
Related Terms
HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training)
Alternating between intense bursts of exercise and rest or low-intensity periods.
Functional Training
Training that improves strength and movement patterns used in daily life and sports.
Olympic Lifting
A strength sport consisting of two lifts: the snatch and the clean and jerk.
Compound exercises
Put this into practice with exercises from the library.
Scissors Jump
Plyometrics · Bodyweight
Seated Barbell Military Press
Strength · Barbell
Seated Cable Rows
Strength · Cable
Seated Cable Shoulder Press
Strength · Cable
Seated Dumbbell Press
Strength · Dumbbell
Seated Flat Bench Leg Pull-In
Strength · Bodyweight
Seated Good Mornings
Powerlifting · Barbell
Seated One-arm Cable Pulley Rows
Strength · Cable
Common questions
What is CrossFit?
A branded fitness program combining high-intensity functional movements from various disciplines. CrossFit combines elements of Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, gymnastics, and cardio into high-intensity workouts (WODs).
What exercises train the CrossFit?
Good options include Scissors Jump, Seated Barbell Military Press, Seated Cable Rows, Seated Cable Shoulder Press, Seated Dumbbell Press. Each links to a step-by-step guide with demonstration images.
What are examples of CrossFit?
WOD (Workout of the Day); Benchmark workouts like Fran and Murph; Combines multiple training modalities.
Put it into practice
12-Week Muscle Building · £29
A 12-week, four-day hypertrophy plan in three phases, with a modest calorie surplus