By now, you know that your CrossFit WOD is absolutely unpredictable. You head to the box hoping to see front squats and thrusters scrawled on the whiteboard, only to find your arch nemesis’s name staring you down: The skin the cat.
If you can’t avoid it, you have to learn to conquer it. So, keep reading to learn everything there is to know about CrossFit’s skin the cat.
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Coming up with the best CrossFit team names for your next team WOD can be a hassle.
Not only do you have to worry about making good time and trying not to vomit, but you also have to come up with a funny name that either makes everyone in the box laugh… or something badass that drives intense fear into their hearts.
Lucky for you, your search for an original team name is over!
Keep on reading because you’re about to discover over 1001 badass, funny, serious, and all around creative names to use for your next CrossFit group.
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CrossFit is a pretty hot workout style and brand that’s blown up in the last 10 years. We should know. That’s why we’ve written almost 70 articles on the subject here at Noob Gains.
But with the rise of this fitness movement comes the rise of very specific gear and equipment targeted specifically towards participants in the workout industry. And one of the hottest pieces of gear that you might feel pressured to buy before you hit the box are CrossFit shoes.
But are CrossFit shoes really necessary? You’re about to discover the real definition of CrossFit gym sneakers, the benefits, some frequently asked questions, and whether they’re actually worth the money when you take the time to think about it.
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CrossFit is its own little world filled with weird words like WOD and EMOM, and you workout in a “box” not a “gym.” I’m going to assume that if you are reading a blog post about the technique and benefits of a CrossFit Hang Squat Clean, you are not an experienced CrossFitter. So, I’m going to stick to the basics on this topic.
Don’t get me wrong, what I’m about to share is good info – but I’m approaching this as a newbie in the world of CrossFit who knows how to do her research and ask good questions. If you are interested in finding out exactly what a Hang Squat Clean is, want to know the points of performance, need some tricks and tips, and are interested in the benefits and proper techniques of the movement, then you’ve come to the right place.
So, keep reading to find out more about the CrossFit Hang Squat Clean benefits and techniques.
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CrossFit has been taking the world by storm.
Since its inaugural “CrossFit Games Championship” in 2007, CrossFit has grown at an unprecedented rate.
In fact, when compared to corporate chains across any industry, CrossFit breaks the top 10 list for the most locations and is ranked among the world’s largest franchises- Burger King, Subway, and Pizza Hut.
This workout regime, sport, and way of life has become internationally recognized and now has locations in over 100 countries.
With the growth of CrossFit each year, it’s interesting to look back at how this industry has progressed. Starting as a rehab program for founder Greg Glassman, CrossFit is now at the forefront of everyone’s workout considerations.
Below we look at 11 facts and statistics which continue to set CrossFit apart from every other fitness regime.
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Rowing is one of the best low impact, high intensity workouts you can do to maximize fat loss while maintaining and growing muscle mass. The pull associated with rowing targets the back muscles and is such low impact that it can be done over and over and over again. CrossFit WODS (workouts of the day) centered around rowing will give you a full body workout and aid in growing the wide back you desire.
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CrossFit dumbbell workouts are a fantastic alternative to classic WODs for a couple of reasons.
The more you do something, the easier it becomes. So, adding new equipment to your WOD will give your body a new challenge and prevent your muscles from getting to comfortable with your regular routine.
When you add dumbbell movements to your workout, you should perform them at high intensity. You also need to remember to choose the right amount of weight.
If the movements are too easy when doing them as prescribed, increase the weight. On the other hand, if you are struggling after a few reps, then lower the weight.
Here are 13 CrossFit dumbbell workouts that will challenge all of your major muscle groups and leave you in a pool of sweat. Some of them have fun names with various exercises, while others are simply AMRAP or done for time.
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CrossFit workouts are no joke. Every time you step into a box, you can expect to perform different exercises that will include weightlifting, cardio, and gymnastics. To get your body ready, there are a few CrossFit warm up ideas you can use to effectively perform each movement during the workout and decrease your risk of injury.
You never want to skip a warm-up because they will help you reach your fitness goals. A good warm-up will elevate your body temperature and cardiorespiratory rate, plus it will incorporate stretching and critical movements that will prepare your body for rigorous activity.
A typical CrossFit class is about an hour, and that always includes a few minutes to warm-up.
Make sure you take off your lifting shoes and put on some more comfortable cross-trainers before you get started so you don’t trip yourself up.
Here are nine effective CrossFit warm-up routines to help you get the most out of each workout.
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CrossFit Jackie is one of “The Girls” – which I have talked about before – and that means she is a benchmark WOD (workout of the day) that will help you measure the progress you’ve made in your fitness journey.
Jackie was originally posted on the CrossFit main site on March 6, 2009, and she can be done Rx (as prescribed) or scaled down to meet your fitness level. There are also a few variations: Running Jackie, Angry Jackie, and Backwards Jackie (AKA Eikcaj).
[Read more…] about CrossFit WOD Jackie: Workout Strategy & Average Times
A dumbbell WOD is a great way to get in an amazing workout at home in a short amount of time. You can use dumbbells to get in a great leg, back, arm, or chest workout. I’ve pulled together nine awesome dumbbell WODs you can do anywhere.
Before you start any of these, please remember that you need to perform each exercise with proper form and technique. If you are unfamiliar with any of these exercises, please be sure to work on them and perfect your form before jumping into these WODs.
