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Crossfit fans?

post #1 of 90
5/4/10 at 5:42pm
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Have started a workout regimen that takes a LOT from crossfit training. I have discovered the magic of kettlebells - outstanding stuff.

Anyone have any favorite exercises?
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post #2 of 90
5/4/10 at 5:57pm
Crossfit is glorified GPP lacking progressive increases. But for a strictly health oriented program it's not bad.
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post #3 of 90
5/4/10 at 6:01pm
I'll be interested to the responses to this question. I have a negative perception of Crossfit because the people who do it seem almost cult like. I find it quite annoying. However, my sample size is quite small.
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post #4 of 90
5/4/10 at 9:57pm
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Originally Posted by Lowndes View Post
I'll be interested to the responses to this question. I have a negative perception of Crossfit because the people who do it seem almost cult like. I find it quite annoying. However, my sample size is quite small.
You're correct. They are cult like IMO. A lot of the exercises can be an ass-kicking. But the arrogance of a cross-fitter is laughable.
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post #5 of 90
5/4/10 at 10:09pm
We do a crossfit routine kinda before Thai boxing and BJJ at our camp. We change the circuit to fit our needs. We get a hell of a workout. I am a fan.
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post #6 of 90
5/4/10 at 10:19pm
I'm a big crossfit fan too. Have you tried the FRAN workout? Front squat thrusters to push press followed by kipping pull ups.
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post #7 of 90
5/4/10 at 10:23pm
I'll never understand kipping pull ups. What's the point of using momentum instead of your muscles to lift yourself up?
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post #8 of 90
5/4/10 at 10:31pm
I find it outstanding and a real efficient workout. I think there are better ways to get fit, but not quicker ways. The forum has a real cult-like mentality, but who cares; why throw the baby out with the bath water? Try it for a few months and see if you like it. You might enjoy the brief, intense workouts. When it's too cold in upstate NY to set up my garage gym, I use a large chain-style gym and CF is better than what 95% of the people I see are doing.
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post #9 of 90
5/4/10 at 10:32pm
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I'll never understand kipping pull ups. What's the point of using momentum instead of your muscles to lift yourself up?

Just do regular pull-ups then.
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post #10 of 90
5/5/10 at 1:41am
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I'll never understand kipping pull ups. What's the point of using momentum instead of your muscles to lift yourself up?

Off the top of my head I know the different movement works ancillary muscles that are very difficult to work normally. Can't quote anything specific though.
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post #11 of 90
5/5/10 at 2:05am
its awesome if you want to be skinny and weak.

tribal style lower back tattoo are also required.
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post #12 of 90
5/5/10 at 4:36am
If I do barbell complexes, am I a cross-fitter?
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post #13 of 90
5/5/10 at 5:48am
They are great for law enforcement people and generally fit people but I don't think much of its long term potential as a safe workout for many people. Progressions are a mess and many end up doing it with piss poor form when exhausted.

Like all training methodology, there are always shortcomings and strengths. I am bemused by the cult-like brother and sisterhood when they are criticized. Discussions with them usually end up with them flaming others.
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post #14 of 90
5/5/10 at 8:55am
i might add in one crossfit session when i'm cutting. (which is after i put on 10kg so in a while haha)
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post #15 of 90
5/5/10 at 11:19am
I started doing crossfit a few months ago (my wife also). Probably one of the best choices we have ever made. Dropping weight, energy levels up, quick workouts, made new friends. I feel ten years younger. Not sure why people gotta knock it. To each his own.
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