Why I don't do Crossfit - from Huffington Post

I am a Huffington Post follower and this article hit home with me.....

What started out as functional movement has gotten out of control.....and it's called crossfit.  Ok, yes I am opening up a can of worms by broaching the crossfit subject but the number of times I see incorrect technique and injuries makes me shudder.

Concepts such as 'finish at all costs' doesn't sit well with me.  I believe that personal best without sacrificing technique is a great achievement and reduces the risk of injury. End of story but sorry I am not going to stop there!

Each to their own, agree but if you don't squat to the floor doesn't mean you aren't achieving amazing results.  Is heavy always best?  Maybe for some but if you are new to exercise, have injuries or need to get on top of mental approach, nutrition and lifestyle changes first then doing a maximum weight clean and press with little to no progression is not a great way to start. Nor should you be looked down on if you are not doing a crossfit style workout.

I love the concept of timed workouts and challenging your personal best that's what training is all about.  But there is functional movement challenging your limits and then there is putting your body under load and stress to the point of failure. Before attempting any exercise ask yourself...is it inline with my goals?  is it appropriate for my injuries and level of fitness?  Is it a muscle or a joint hurt when I am performing the exercise? Is vomiting half way through a workout and being yelled at to keep going a sign of going to far or a badge of honour.???

Can I ask....Does pain = results?  Some of my best sessions have been sitting in my office! 'Get your head right and your body will follow' you will hear me say this all the time.  Your mental attitude is your first and foremost focus, travel down and focus on what is going into your mouth, followed very closely by getting your body moving further and faster.  Yes I want to push you physically to achieve results but you need to stop and look at the big picture.

Again, each to their own.....but you need to know what is right for you and your body. Not do an exercise because all your friends are doing it or it's the latest trend. Fun and effective exercise with realistic nutrition advice and healthy lifestyle options is the key to success x

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