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SCOO-WOOP
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Does anyone partake in this form of athletic activity?

Its quite fun.

Better than gym workouts.

Takes 1/4th of the time.

Live Healthy, Die sexy!
Nov 12 2010 1:06AM
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Raz.
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if you crossfit, you should Goruck.
Nov 21 2012 2:39PM
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TechnoPotamus
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a few of the other guys I coach with are doing it in DC in the near future. not my thing, but it seems like a pretty cool challenge
Nov 21 2012 5:42PM
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Raz.
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haha a shit ton of Boxes in DC are into Goruck.
Nov 22 2012 10:16AM
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TechnoPotamus
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I would have agreed to it if it was summer. But winter...overnight...no way haha
Nov 22 2012 10:57PM
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Dustin.
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Yes.
Yes, in fact I'd be willing to bet I could beat you in a comp.
You're talking out of your ass man.

I swam and ran my whole life competitively in between baseball seasons, and "Crossfit" is an exact replica of the way we did dry land training every day before hopping in the pool for a few hours. It's also an exact replica of the workouts most military programs have used for decades. It's basically how I've worked out my whole life on and off season, so it pisses me off that it's a HUGE ripoff to join a gym or get certified (my wife is a personal trainer and that's more her concern than mine anymore). I don't dislike Crossfit as a workout most of the time (although it's gotten very boring over the years....), I'm actually pretty good at it too. But I HATE Crossfit as a greedy organization and the pretentious "15 minute workout in toe shoes" culture it's encouraged. I can't stand being in the Crossfit gyms anymore, especially since I can spend a lot less money to use a 24 hour Fitness.
Nov 22 2012 11:20PM
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TechnoPotamus
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"You're talking out of your ass" and "I'd be willing to bet I could beat you in a comp"

I wasn't even being aggressive with you and that's the response I get? You're an arrogant jackass. You don't even know me so don't go making big Internet claims and challenges like you're a fucking tough guy. The only person talking out of their ass is you. All you did was just repeat all the common stereotypes that aren't even true.

I get it, it's not your thing. Great, no big deal. I don't give a fuck. Just say so, no need to come in here and talk shit to me like you're big and bad.
Nov 23 2012 8:29AM
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hey-dude-its-me
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not sure about that one
Nov 23 2012 9:31AM
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Raz.
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Techno what gym do you coach at?
Nov 23 2012 10:27AM
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chris.goodhue
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I'v been doing Crossfit for a month or so now and its awesome, along with a little extra lifting to get big, i feel like im in such good shape
Nov 23 2012 11:13AM
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californiagrown
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I think crossfit is a horrible form of exercise...especially for me. There are so many negatives, with almost no unique positives it just doesnt make sense...to me.

I also generally dont like the culture it can create, and the almost cultish worship it can create with some of the people.

But hey, as long as it can get more americans off their asses to get inn a little exercise then good.
Nov 23 2012 12:19PM
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TechnoPotamus
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CrossFit Nassau, in Princeton
Nov 23 2012 1:24PM
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goonsquad08
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In all honesty, I would have to say that you had a bad experience with crossfit at a below par shitty gym. I've been to roughly 5 crossfit's over the past few years and the last one I currently did a trial at, I didn't like it at all. It was very different from the other gyms I had been to. The only reason I was at the new place was because it was cheaper than the other crossfit in my new college town.

That leads me to a point you brought up about CrossFit being greedy. The real crossfit here aims to reduce immaturity with college aged kids so they charge a higher rate to deter those types of members. The new one, that sucked, is just starting out, but I honestly couldn't handle their programming and many of their uncertified interns. To start, I agree with you that they are a pretty greedy organization, but it is business after all and the main point in running a company is to be profitable. They aren't losing business, it's obvious crossfit has been soaring in popularity across the world. Affiliate fees are expensive, that is a reason why many gyms have to charge higher rates. But once again, these smaller gyms are also trying to bring in revenue.

$1000 to get certified as a trainer may seem like a lot, but compared to schooling and other tests to be certified as strength and conditioning trainers it is not that far out there. Most gyms pay their coaches right around $20 for every class time they teach, do the math and it's 50 classes. Which isn't bad because many coaches are passionate about crossfit and are at the gym regardless.

On another note, I would easily put my money on Techno if you two were to compete. I could beat you, because I wouldn't let you beat me.
Dec 11 2012 2:40AM
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Dustin.
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Ya, I agree. A lot of that was a pissed off rant and I didn't realize how aggressive it sounded in text. I deal with the Cross-fitters every day since my gym has both a Crossfit and...I guess I'd say a traditional gym setting with lap pool, weight room, etc....and this thread certainly caught me on a bad day. My beef with Crossfit is with the $$$ and "politics" I've experienced, so I shouldn't have targeted you in a simple debate. For that I apologize, it was pretty stupid.

I'd still love to take you on in a comp though :D
Dec 11 2012 2:49AM
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Download-My-Apps
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I think cross fit is good for people who don't exactly know how to exercise on their own, it gives them a feeling of commitment and comradery, which is great. I know a lot of people who do it and love it. If it makes being a healthy a priority then all the power to ya.

I'll admit I've never actually tried it, but from what I've seen, its really nothing new.... Like someone else said they are really just repackaging various components of training from other sports and activities. I do find it a bit strange how it has such a cult following, but from a business perspective thats a great way to keep the money and clients in.

Again, I've never actually done it, but I can't help but feel that it may in some ways encourage people to push too hard. I'm not saying exercising should be easy. But from what I've seen of it, pushing to your complete max through strenuous activity will create some potential for injuries. And please someone correct me if I'm misunderstanding it. But even the most elite athletes have easy days, and even in their training sessions are not encouraged to go beyond 80% of their HRMax. But I guess it gets some physical results so most people are willing to overlook that.

Crossfit is all the rage right now, but so was jogging in the 70's, aerobics in the 80's, I just have a feeling it will be another fitness fad.
Dec 11 2012 3:29AM
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alex=
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where can I find the WODs?
Jun 9 2013 10:51PM
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987321654hgfd
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http://crossfit.com
Jun 10 2013 8:11PM
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alex=
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Are these easy to do by yourself?
Jun 16 2013 6:35PM
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TechnoPotamus
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there is a bit of a learning curve with certain lifts/movements, but largely yes they are easy to do by yourself and designed to be done individually.
Jun 16 2013 6:58PM
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alex=
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I know the correct technique for bench, back squat, deadlift, power clean. Do I need to learn anything else?
Jun 16 2013 7:58PM
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TechnoPotamus
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A ton more yeah. There is a whole archive of videos covering how to do different lifts and other misc movements on the CrossFit youtube channel. Start following the mainsite workouts at crossfit.com and whenever you come upon something you're not familiar with - check the youtube channel for videos and tutorials on how to do it safely and correctly. there's a huge wealth of information.


much better though, go check out a crossfit gym where you can learn in person
Jun 16 2013 9:57PM
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DayMan
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So if I don't have a crossfit gym where I live, it's still possible to get into it independently right? I've been injured a lot recently and am finally ready to get into working out again, and crossfit really intrigued me. How should I go about starting it?
Jun 16 2013 10:29PM
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Download-My-Apps
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what kind of injuries do you have? I'm not meaning to shit on the sport, but I think they way they do many things are asking for injuries.
Jun 17 2013 1:13AM
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DayMan
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I shattered my elbow skateboarding, but I'm all good now, after lots of PT and surgery.
Jun 17 2013 10:31AM
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saskskier
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Lots of stuff you can figure out on your own, but (and I can't stress this enough) you can't replace good coaching with YouTube. This is particularly true with the Olympic lifts (clean and jerk and the snatch) as they are incredibly technical.

If you have multiple gyms around, look at the one that has a competitive oly lifting program and train under a coach. If not, do what you can, but be careful and focus on technique.
Jun 17 2013 10:42AM
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rdski
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crossfit for dayzzzzzz

but seriously love that shit
Jun 17 2013 12:04PM
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alex=
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gonna start going to free sessions on saturday mornings and lifting like normal during the week

so stoked to do it on sat for the first time
Jun 27 2013 10:50PM
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first_rodeo
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bump since its a lot more popular these days.
Sep 26 2013 7:04PM
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SKI.ING
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Easiest and fastest way to get injured. Most people don't accept the fact that crossfit is better suited to a niche group of people. People with joint and tendon issues should not be relying on a plyometric based workout everyday.
Sep 26 2013 7:07PM
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saskskier
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If you are stupid about it, yes, chances are you will get hurt.

HOWEVER, if you have good coaches and train with a bit of intelligence, you will probably be ok. A good coach will scale workouts and movements until you are competent enough to move on. They will help you work on technique and mobility rather than push intensity/speed/weight.
Sep 26 2013 7:55PM
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_DUSTY_
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My university was looking for volunteers for a crossfit study, they would only take girls though. Thought I was going to get free training for a month and a half for a while.
Sep 26 2013 8:00PM
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Download-My-Apps
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I have a few predictions on that study, my profs in general dont seem to like cross fit.
Oct 1 2013 9:14PM
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MASkier
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GHEY REAL MEN DO SQUATZ AND OATZ
Oct 2 2013 1:55PM
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TechnoPotamus
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...they don't accept that it's better suited to a niche group of people because that isn't the case whatsoever.


If you aren't at all informed on the subject, don't come into the thread and make ignorant statements such as those ^
Oct 2 2013 2:51PM
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TheHamburglar
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www.strongmanwod.com

some good heavy workouts here. techno I feel like this is up your alley, but you probably train similarly anyway I'm assuming
Oct 2 2013 3:27PM
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saskskier
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There are so many good sites that offer solid, free programming. My 'go-this' are:

www.catalystathletics.com (anything olympic lifting)
www.theoutlawway.com (heavier cf wods)
Oct 2 2013 4:44PM
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soccerzla7
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Bump cause that is all im gonna be doin all summer
May 25 2014 12:02AM
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cobra_commander
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Relevant:
https://www.newschoolers.com/videos/watch/837300/What-Is-Crossfit-
May 25 2014 12:48AM
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twin-tip-hero
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Dustin.Ya, I agree. A lot of that was a pissed off rant and I didn't realize how aggressive it sounded in text. I deal with the Cross-fitters every day since my gym has both a Crossfit and...I guess I'd say a traditional gym setting with lap pool, weight room, etc....and this thread certainly caught me on a bad day. My beef with Crossfit is with the $$$ and "politics" I've experienced, so I shouldn't have targeted you in a simple debate. For that I apologize, it was pretty stupid.

I'd still love to take you on in a comp though :D


How is the new gym at Spang? It was going to open about 2 months after i PCS'd. But from what I heard about it, it was going to blow ass.
May 25 2014 1:42AM
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cobra_commander
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If people are going to discuss this they should differentiate between CrossFit(TM) and crossfit.

CrossFit(TM) is a bunch of pompous fucks who think they are god's gift to humanity, the most of whom I would like nothing more than to punch in the face, repeatedly. Dave Castro is one of the worst excuses for human existence to ever discuss 'fitness.' He is nothing more than a hollow shelled tool; with access to a cult following and lots of money. He is also pretty weak and out of shape.

For better or worse, CrossFit(TM) is also the group that brought us crossfit, and has made it so you can actually find really useful shit in Gyms like HEX DBs, legit squat racks, bumper plates, medicine balls, sleds/prowlers, ropes, and pylo boxes higher than 12in.

CrossFit(TM) itself, as an exercise program, will do a decent job of getting someone into 'pretty good shape.' If you do the mainsite WOD every day you will likely find yourself more physically capable than many of your peer group. You will not however reach what I would consider 'performance.' This is due to CrossFit(TM) general anemia to science or actual programing. There is a reason that very few, if any actual professional athletes train using CrossFit(TM) or its derivatives. It's safe to say that even the programing of those who compete in CrossFit(TM) competitions use a programing with similarities to Crossfit(TM) extend only so far as to include HIIT, HIT, and strength training.

Fortunatly many of the CrossFit(TM) affiliate gyms are run by people who actually know a thing or two about exercise science, sports performance, strength training and weightlifting. Unfortunately, many are also run by idiots who's sole qualification is attending a 16 hour course of medicine ball fucking and pvc pipe handjobs. Learning to tell the difference between the two is pretty fucking useful if you actually want to become strong, fast, and not get hurt in the process. Aka the difference between gyms that blindly follow CrossFit(TM) and those that use crossfit style training under the CrossFit (TM) name.

I'd also figure out what your 'fitness' goals are before jumping into a fitness or training program that your friends post about on FB and twitter.
If your goals are to get a sub 5sec 40 or to run a marathon, the gasser workouts crossfit is known for is probably not for you.


/rant
May 25 2014 3:51AM
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Rosbif
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I just got into crossfit a few weeks ago and really like it. The gym I go to seems legit and a lot of time is spent teaching the lifts.

For me its great as normally my only exercise is skiing (200+ days a year), and I fucking hate the gym, so the group nature and competitive side are perfect.

Maybe I could get better results from a different program, but nowhere around here would teach me Olympic lifts, it's all chest presses, bicep curls and machines, which is useless for improving my strength for skiing.
May 25 2014 4:10AM
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whipple
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cobra_commanderRelevant:



beat me to it
May 25 2014 5:34AM
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