What is CrossFit?
CrossFit is core strength and conditioning program centered upon constantly varied, functional movements performed at a (relatively) high intensity. Functional movements are those that mimic & reproduce natural efforts seen in everyday life, like squatting, standing, throwing, jumping, pushing, pulling, & running. CrossFit is not a specialized fitness program but a deliberate attempt to optimize competency in each of ten recognized fitness domains. They are: Endurance The ability of body systems to gather, process, and deliver oxygen (cardiovascular/respiratory endurance).
- Endurance
Endurance The ability of body systems to gather, process, and deliver oxygen (cardiovascular/respiratory endurance). - Stamina
The ability of body systems to process, deliver, store, and utilize energy. (capacity to maintain repetitive muscular movements) - Strength
The ability of a muscular unit, or combination of muscular units, to apply force. - Flexibility
The ability to maximize the range of motion at a given joint. - Power
The ability of a muscular unit, or combination of muscular units, to apply maximum force in minimum time. - Speed
The ability to minimize the time cycle of a repeated movement. - Coordination
The ability to combine several distinct movement patterns into a single distinct movement. - Agility
The ability to minimize transition time from one movement pattern to another. - Balance
The ability to control the placement of the body’s center of gravity in relation to its support base. - Accuracy
The ability to control movement in a given direction or at a given intensity.