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3 Proven Benefits of CrossFit Workouts
Develop a healthier approach to life!
CrossFit isn't just about lifting weights or completing a set number of reps; it's a comprehensive approach to fitness and looking after your overall health and wellbeing. From transforming body composition to cultivating a resilient mindset and pushing beyond comfort zones, CrossFit-style workouts offer you a way to improve yourself on so many levels.
I’ve been doing CrossFit for over 13 years and have experienced just about everything this sport has to offer. If you’ve never tried it before, here are the three biggest benefits you’ll get from taking part in CrossFit workouts!
Top 3 Benefits of CrossFit Workouts
#1 – Improved Body Composition
CrossFit-style workouts incorporate a combination of high-intensity training, strength training, and functional movements which can all lead to improved body composition.
These styles of workouts are particularly effective for burning calories and increasing metabolic rate both during and after exercise, which can contribute to fat loss and muscle gain. Additionally, the strength training aspect helps build lean muscle mass, which not only enhances metabolic rate but also helps you look good naked.
#2 – Develop an Unbreakable Mindset
I love this aspect of a lot of the CrossFit workouts I have done over the years. They often involve challenging and varied exercises that push your limits, both physically and mentally. This constant exposure to discomfort and overcoming obstacles helps develop mental toughness, resilience, and a growth mindset.
From personal experience and also coaching others, people learn to embrace challenges, push through perceived limitations, and adopt a positive attitude towards setbacks and failures. This mindset can extend beyond the gym, it empowers people to approach life's challenges with confidence and determination.
#3 – Push Outside Your Comfort Zones
Generally speaking, CrossFit workouts are designed to constantly challenge you and will push you outside your comfort zones. Whether it's attempting a heavier lift, mastering a new skill, or completing a challenging workout, CrossFit encourages everyone to push beyond what they thought was possible.
By consistently pushing boundaries and stepping outside comfort zones, you not only experience physical growth but also build confidence, self-reliance, and a sense of accomplishment. This willingness to embrace discomfort and take on new challenges fosters personal growth and development, in every aspect of your life.
Final Thoughts
Over the course of my career in the fitness industry, CrossFit has always stood out for its ability to make people better – both physically and mentally. Through a combination of intense workouts, mental challenges, and a culture of pushing boundaries, CrossFit enthusiasts not only build strength and endurance but also develop resilience, confidence, and a growth mindset.
Whether you're striving for a leaner physique, a sharper mindset, or simply aiming to crush life's challenges with gusto, consider embracing the principles of CrossFit as a pathway to being better and smashing life!
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - Smash Life - MENTAL TOUGHNESS - Hard Work
GYMNASTICS
This Tuesday, we’re focusing on handstands and handstand walks! We’ll start with strength work before moving on to balance and control while upside down, beginning from the box and progressing to the wall and beyond.
Thursday, we’re heading back to the bar for another round of Bar Muscle Ups! Whether you're chasing your first rep or fine-tuning your technique for cleaner, stronger sets, we’ve got you covered with progressions, modifications, and strength drills to help you level up. Let's go!
HYBRID FITNESS
This week's HYBRID Fitness session focuses on running intervals and then some compromised running, getting used to pushing into the run after some taxing work.
MOBILITY
Unlock better depth, posture, and comfort in your front squats with this focused mobility class. We’ll target key areas, such as the ankles, hips, thoracic spine, and shoulders, to improve your squat mechanics and front rack position. Whether you’re new to squatting or looking to break through a plateau, this class will help you move more efficiently and squat with confidence. Suitable for all levels.
WEIGHTLIFTING
Weightlifting this week is snatch. Working on the power snatch. Technique work, then a complex of snatch pull + 2 power snatch. Finishing with some heavy back squats.
The Monday Ride
Our community program is delivered via TrainingPeaks for AED 750 p/month. If you're interested to have a plan to follow, email tw@innerfight.com
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: The Loop Cafe, Nad al Sheeba
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Wednesday - Indoor Ride
Our community program is delivered via TrainingPeaks for AED 750 p/month. If you're interested to have a plan to follow, email tw@innerfight.com
Thursday - Endurance Strength
A strength class focused on key movements for endurance athletes to help avoid injury, build speed and develop strength.
Time: 06:30am
Location: This is a paid class session at InnerFight HQ. If you're interested to join, email winning@innerfight.com
Friday - Coffee Run
Our weekly tempo run. Sessions are built on an RPE scale and accessible to all levels of runner. We start together, run hard then finish together and chat about it over a coffee and breakfast.
Brief time: 05:54 am
Start time: 05:59 am
Start Location: Common Grounds
Saturday - Long Ride
Our weekly endurance ride. This ride always begins with 18 - 20km at 30kph before a longer segment with various formats. Expect the main group to ride around 34kph, slower groups will break off and form. Anyone is welcome to join.
Time: 04:59 am
Location: Bottom of the Stick, Al Qudra.
Sunday - Long Run
A run where we start and finish together. Up to 2hrs long depending on people needs.
If you're interested to join, reach out to Dan Bagley, db@innerfight.com
Time: 05:29 am
Location: Common Grounds
Monday
Session: No in-person session
There is no in person LRC session today, Unlimited Clients, there is a session in your TrainingPeaks still. Enjoy!
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Session: Track Tuesday
This is your chance to run fast with the wider IFE community and coaches. Come ready to run fast and have fun.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Intervals
Today we will be running intervals in the park. 100m on/100m recovery.
Friday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: Common Grounds
Session: The Coffee Run + LRC Training Camp
This week re will be cycling through the below seqeunce:
10X
2mins @ 7PRE
1min @ 8RPE
1min @ recovery
The evening session on the LRC Training Camp will be a chilled shake out run from the hotel.
Saturday
Time: 5:29am
Session: LRC Training Camp
We have an action packed day on the LRC Training Camp, all details will be shared in WA.
Sunday
Time: 5:29am
Location: Common Grounds
Session: Long Run + LRC Training Camp
Today we will host a community long run from Common Grounds for those who are still in Dubai.
Those on the training camp in KhorFakkan we will hike at 5:29am.
Monday:
Strength:
A) 1 min max set strict pull-ups
B) EMOM x 8 Pull ups @ 30% of max set
Conditioning:
Every 5 mins x 6
2 rounds
6 Alt Single Arm Manmaker
300/250m row
Tuesday:
Strength:
A) Every 75 sec x 9
1) 16 Alt goblet cossack squat
2) 40 sec alt single leg V-ups
3) 30 sec side plank E/S
B) Every 2 mins x 6 - 3 front squat @20x1
Conditioning:
30-20-10
Assault Bike
Rest 2 minutes after each set
Wednesday:
Strength:
Deadlift Every 2:00 x 5 - 2 reps
Conditioning:
AMRAP 22
In a team of 4
2000m C2 Bike
40 Power cleans (70/45)
40 TTB
Thursday:
Strength:
A) Every 90 sec x 8 - 10 DB box step up
B) Every 2 mins x 5 - 8 Alternating Barbell Reverse Lunges
C) EMOM x 8 - M1: 20 sec Nordic Hold / M2: 30 sec Ring rows
Conditioning:
500/450 ski
5 burpee pull-ups
400/350 ski
5 burpee pull-ups
300/250 ski
5 burpee pull-ups
200/150 ski
5 burpee pull-ups
100/50 ski
Friday:
Strength:
A) Every 75 sec x 8 1 push press (1 sec pause in dip)
Conditioning:
0-16 mins
2500m/2000m row
Every 2 mins - 6 box jump overs
16-26 mins
1500m/1200m row
Every 2 mins - 6 Dual KB Front squat
26-32 mins
1000m/800m row
Every 2 mins - 6 Dual KB STOH
CrossFit isn't just about lifting weights or completing a set number of reps; it's a comprehensive approach to fitness and looking after your overall health and wellbeing. From transforming body composition to cultivating a resilient mindset and pushing beyond comfort zones, CrossFit-style workouts offer you a way to improve yourself on so many levels.
I’ve been doing CrossFit for over 13 years and have experienced just about everything this sport has to offer. If you’ve never tried it before, here are the three biggest benefits you’ll get from taking part in CrossFit workouts!
Top 3 Benefits of CrossFit Workouts
#1 – Improved Body Composition
CrossFit-style workouts incorporate a combination of high-intensity training, strength training, and functional movements which can all lead to improved body composition.
These styles of workouts are particularly effective for burning calories and increasing metabolic rate both during and after exercise, which can contribute to fat loss and muscle gain. Additionally, the strength training aspect helps build lean muscle mass, which not only enhances metabolic rate but also helps you look good naked.
#2 – Develop an Unbreakable Mindset
I love this aspect of a lot of the CrossFit workouts I have done over the years. They often involve challenging and varied exercises that push your limits, both physically and mentally. This constant exposure to discomfort and overcoming obstacles helps develop mental toughness, resilience, and a growth mindset.
From personal experience and also coaching others, people learn to embrace challenges, push through perceived limitations, and adopt a positive attitude towards setbacks and failures. This mindset can extend beyond the gym, it empowers people to approach life's challenges with confidence and determination.
#3 – Push Outside Your Comfort Zones
Generally speaking, CrossFit workouts are designed to constantly challenge you and will push you outside your comfort zones. Whether it's attempting a heavier lift, mastering a new skill, or completing a challenging workout, CrossFit encourages everyone to push beyond what they thought was possible.
By consistently pushing boundaries and stepping outside comfort zones, you not only experience physical growth but also build confidence, self-reliance, and a sense of accomplishment. This willingness to embrace discomfort and take on new challenges fosters personal growth and development, in every aspect of your life.
Final Thoughts
Over the course of my career in the fitness industry, CrossFit has always stood out for its ability to make people better – both physically and mentally. Through a combination of intense workouts, mental challenges, and a culture of pushing boundaries, CrossFit enthusiasts not only build strength and endurance but also develop resilience, confidence, and a growth mindset.
Whether you're striving for a leaner physique, a sharper mindset, or simply aiming to crush life's challenges with gusto, consider embracing the principles of CrossFit as a pathway to being better and smashing life!
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - Smash Life - MENTAL TOUGHNESS - Hard Work
The Monday Ride
Our community program is delivered via TrainingPeaks for AED 750 p/month. If you're interested to have a plan to follow, email tw@innerfight.com
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: The Loop Cafe, Nad al Sheeba
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Wednesday - Indoor Ride
Our community program is delivered via TrainingPeaks for AED 750 p/month. If you're interested to have a plan to follow, email tw@innerfight.com
Thursday - Endurance Strength
A strength class focused on key movements for endurance athletes to help avoid injury, build speed and develop strength.
Time: 06:30am
Location: This is a paid class session at InnerFight HQ. If you're interested to join, email winning@innerfight.com
Friday - Coffee Run
Our weekly tempo run. Sessions are built on an RPE scale and accessible to all levels of runner. We start together, run hard then finish together and chat about it over a coffee and breakfast.
Brief time: 05:54 am
Start time: 05:59 am
Start Location: Common Grounds
Saturday - Long Ride
Our weekly endurance ride. This ride always begins with 18 - 20km at 30kph before a longer segment with various formats. Expect the main group to ride around 34kph, slower groups will break off and form. Anyone is welcome to join.
Time: 04:59 am
Location: Bottom of the Stick, Al Qudra.
Sunday - Long Run
A run where we start and finish together. Up to 2hrs long depending on people needs.
If you're interested to join, reach out to Dan Bagley, db@innerfight.com
Time: 05:29 am
Location: Common Grounds
Monday
Session: No in-person session
There is no in person LRC session today, Unlimited Clients, there is a session in your TrainingPeaks still. Enjoy!
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Session: Track Tuesday
This is your chance to run fast with the wider IFE community and coaches. Come ready to run fast and have fun.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Intervals
Today we will be running intervals in the park. 100m on/100m recovery.
Friday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: Common Grounds
Session: The Coffee Run + LRC Training Camp
This week re will be cycling through the below seqeunce:
10X
2mins @ 7PRE
1min @ 8RPE
1min @ recovery
The evening session on the LRC Training Camp will be a chilled shake out run from the hotel.
Saturday
Time: 5:29am
Session: LRC Training Camp
We have an action packed day on the LRC Training Camp, all details will be shared in WA.
Sunday
Time: 5:29am
Location: Common Grounds
Session: Long Run + LRC Training Camp
Today we will host a community long run from Common Grounds for those who are still in Dubai.
Those on the training camp in KhorFakkan we will hike at 5:29am.
Monday:
Strength:
A) 1 min max set strict pull-ups
B) EMOM x 8 Pull ups @ 30% of max set
Conditioning:
Every 5 mins x 6
2 rounds
6 Alt Single Arm Manmaker
300/250m row
Tuesday:
Strength:
A) Every 75 sec x 9
1) 16 Alt goblet cossack squat
2) 40 sec alt single leg V-ups
3) 30 sec side plank E/S
B) Every 2 mins x 6 - 3 front squat @20x1
Conditioning:
30-20-10
Assault Bike
Rest 2 minutes after each set
Wednesday:
Strength:
Deadlift Every 2:00 x 5 - 2 reps
Conditioning:
AMRAP 22
In a team of 4
2000m C2 Bike
40 Power cleans (70/45)
40 TTB
Thursday:
Strength:
A) Every 90 sec x 8 - 10 DB box step up
B) Every 2 mins x 5 - 8 Alternating Barbell Reverse Lunges
C) EMOM x 8 - M1: 20 sec Nordic Hold / M2: 30 sec Ring rows
Conditioning:
500/450 ski
5 burpee pull-ups
400/350 ski
5 burpee pull-ups
300/250 ski
5 burpee pull-ups
200/150 ski
5 burpee pull-ups
100/50 ski
Friday:
Strength:
A) Every 75 sec x 8 1 push press (1 sec pause in dip)
Conditioning:
0-16 mins
2500m/2000m row
Every 2 mins - 6 box jump overs
16-26 mins
1500m/1200m row
Every 2 mins - 6 Dual KB Front squat
26-32 mins
1000m/800m row
Every 2 mins - 6 Dual KB STOH
GYMNASTICS
This Tuesday, we’re focusing on handstands and handstand walks! We’ll start with strength work before moving on to balance and control while upside down, beginning from the box and progressing to the wall and beyond.
Thursday, we’re heading back to the bar for another round of Bar Muscle Ups! Whether you're chasing your first rep or fine-tuning your technique for cleaner, stronger sets, we’ve got you covered with progressions, modifications, and strength drills to help you level up. Let's go!
HYBRID FITNESS
This week's HYBRID Fitness session focuses on running intervals and then some compromised running, getting used to pushing into the run after some taxing work.
MOBILITY
Unlock better depth, posture, and comfort in your front squats with this focused mobility class. We’ll target key areas, such as the ankles, hips, thoracic spine, and shoulders, to improve your squat mechanics and front rack position. Whether you’re new to squatting or looking to break through a plateau, this class will help you move more efficiently and squat with confidence. Suitable for all levels.
WEIGHTLIFTING
Weightlifting this week is snatch. Working on the power snatch. Technique work, then a complex of snatch pull + 2 power snatch. Finishing with some heavy back squats.
CrossFit isn't just about lifting weights or completing a set number of reps; it's a comprehensive approach to fitness and looking after your overall health and wellbeing. From transforming body composition to cultivating a resilient mindset and pushing beyond comfort zones, CrossFit-style workouts offer you a way to improve yourself on so many levels.
I’ve been doing CrossFit for over 13 years and have experienced just about everything this sport has to offer. If you’ve never tried it before, here are the three biggest benefits you’ll get from taking part in CrossFit workouts!
Top 3 Benefits of CrossFit Workouts
#1 – Improved Body Composition
CrossFit-style workouts incorporate a combination of high-intensity training, strength training, and functional movements which can all lead to improved body composition.
These styles of workouts are particularly effective for burning calories and increasing metabolic rate both during and after exercise, which can contribute to fat loss and muscle gain. Additionally, the strength training aspect helps build lean muscle mass, which not only enhances metabolic rate but also helps you look good naked.
#2 – Develop an Unbreakable Mindset
I love this aspect of a lot of the CrossFit workouts I have done over the years. They often involve challenging and varied exercises that push your limits, both physically and mentally. This constant exposure to discomfort and overcoming obstacles helps develop mental toughness, resilience, and a growth mindset.
From personal experience and also coaching others, people learn to embrace challenges, push through perceived limitations, and adopt a positive attitude towards setbacks and failures. This mindset can extend beyond the gym, it empowers people to approach life's challenges with confidence and determination.
#3 – Push Outside Your Comfort Zones
Generally speaking, CrossFit workouts are designed to constantly challenge you and will push you outside your comfort zones. Whether it's attempting a heavier lift, mastering a new skill, or completing a challenging workout, CrossFit encourages everyone to push beyond what they thought was possible.
By consistently pushing boundaries and stepping outside comfort zones, you not only experience physical growth but also build confidence, self-reliance, and a sense of accomplishment. This willingness to embrace discomfort and take on new challenges fosters personal growth and development, in every aspect of your life.
Final Thoughts
Over the course of my career in the fitness industry, CrossFit has always stood out for its ability to make people better – both physically and mentally. Through a combination of intense workouts, mental challenges, and a culture of pushing boundaries, CrossFit enthusiasts not only build strength and endurance but also develop resilience, confidence, and a growth mindset.
Whether you're striving for a leaner physique, a sharper mindset, or simply aiming to crush life's challenges with gusto, consider embracing the principles of CrossFit as a pathway to being better and smashing life!
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - Smash Life - MENTAL TOUGHNESS - Hard Work
Monday
Session: No in-person session
There is no in person LRC session today, Unlimited Clients, there is a session in your TrainingPeaks still. Enjoy!
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Session: Track Tuesday
This is your chance to run fast with the wider IFE community and coaches. Come ready to run fast and have fun.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Intervals
Today we will be running intervals in the park. 100m on/100m recovery.
Friday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: Common Grounds
Session: The Coffee Run + LRC Training Camp
This week re will be cycling through the below seqeunce:
10X
2mins @ 7PRE
1min @ 8RPE
1min @ recovery
The evening session on the LRC Training Camp will be a chilled shake out run from the hotel.
Saturday
Time: 5:29am
Session: LRC Training Camp
We have an action packed day on the LRC Training Camp, all details will be shared in WA.
Sunday
Time: 5:29am
Location: Common Grounds
Session: Long Run + LRC Training Camp
Today we will host a community long run from Common Grounds for those who are still in Dubai.
Those on the training camp in KhorFakkan we will hike at 5:29am.
Monday:
Strength:
A) 1 min max set strict pull-ups
B) EMOM x 8 Pull ups @ 30% of max set
Conditioning:
Every 5 mins x 6
2 rounds
6 Alt Single Arm Manmaker
300/250m row
Tuesday:
Strength:
A) Every 75 sec x 9
1) 16 Alt goblet cossack squat
2) 40 sec alt single leg V-ups
3) 30 sec side plank E/S
B) Every 2 mins x 6 - 3 front squat @20x1
Conditioning:
30-20-10
Assault Bike
Rest 2 minutes after each set
Wednesday:
Strength:
Deadlift Every 2:00 x 5 - 2 reps
Conditioning:
AMRAP 22
In a team of 4
2000m C2 Bike
40 Power cleans (70/45)
40 TTB
Thursday:
Strength:
A) Every 90 sec x 8 - 10 DB box step up
B) Every 2 mins x 5 - 8 Alternating Barbell Reverse Lunges
C) EMOM x 8 - M1: 20 sec Nordic Hold / M2: 30 sec Ring rows
Conditioning:
500/450 ski
5 burpee pull-ups
400/350 ski
5 burpee pull-ups
300/250 ski
5 burpee pull-ups
200/150 ski
5 burpee pull-ups
100/50 ski
Friday:
Strength:
A) Every 75 sec x 8 1 push press (1 sec pause in dip)
Conditioning:
0-16 mins
2500m/2000m row
Every 2 mins - 6 box jump overs
16-26 mins
1500m/1200m row
Every 2 mins - 6 Dual KB Front squat
26-32 mins
1000m/800m row
Every 2 mins - 6 Dual KB STOH
GYMNASTICS
This Tuesday, we’re focusing on handstands and handstand walks! We’ll start with strength work before moving on to balance and control while upside down, beginning from the box and progressing to the wall and beyond.
Thursday, we’re heading back to the bar for another round of Bar Muscle Ups! Whether you're chasing your first rep or fine-tuning your technique for cleaner, stronger sets, we’ve got you covered with progressions, modifications, and strength drills to help you level up. Let's go!
HYBRID FITNESS
This week's HYBRID Fitness session focuses on running intervals and then some compromised running, getting used to pushing into the run after some taxing work.
MOBILITY
Unlock better depth, posture, and comfort in your front squats with this focused mobility class. We’ll target key areas, such as the ankles, hips, thoracic spine, and shoulders, to improve your squat mechanics and front rack position. Whether you’re new to squatting or looking to break through a plateau, this class will help you move more efficiently and squat with confidence. Suitable for all levels.
WEIGHTLIFTING
Weightlifting this week is snatch. Working on the power snatch. Technique work, then a complex of snatch pull + 2 power snatch. Finishing with some heavy back squats.
The Monday Ride
Our community program is delivered via TrainingPeaks for AED 750 p/month. If you're interested to have a plan to follow, email tw@innerfight.com
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: The Loop Cafe, Nad al Sheeba
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Wednesday - Indoor Ride
Our community program is delivered via TrainingPeaks for AED 750 p/month. If you're interested to have a plan to follow, email tw@innerfight.com
Thursday - Endurance Strength
A strength class focused on key movements for endurance athletes to help avoid injury, build speed and develop strength.
Time: 06:30am
Location: This is a paid class session at InnerFight HQ. If you're interested to join, email winning@innerfight.com
Friday - Coffee Run
Our weekly tempo run. Sessions are built on an RPE scale and accessible to all levels of runner. We start together, run hard then finish together and chat about it over a coffee and breakfast.
Brief time: 05:54 am
Start time: 05:59 am
Start Location: Common Grounds
Saturday - Long Ride
Our weekly endurance ride. This ride always begins with 18 - 20km at 30kph before a longer segment with various formats. Expect the main group to ride around 34kph, slower groups will break off and form. Anyone is welcome to join.
Time: 04:59 am
Location: Bottom of the Stick, Al Qudra.
Sunday - Long Run
A run where we start and finish together. Up to 2hrs long depending on people needs.
If you're interested to join, reach out to Dan Bagley, db@innerfight.com
Time: 05:29 am
Location: Common Grounds
CrossFit isn't just about lifting weights or completing a set number of reps; it's a comprehensive approach to fitness and looking after your overall health and wellbeing. From transforming body composition to cultivating a resilient mindset and pushing beyond comfort zones, CrossFit-style workouts offer you a way to improve yourself on so many levels.
I’ve been doing CrossFit for over 13 years and have experienced just about everything this sport has to offer. If you’ve never tried it before, here are the three biggest benefits you’ll get from taking part in CrossFit workouts!
Top 3 Benefits of CrossFit Workouts
#1 – Improved Body Composition
CrossFit-style workouts incorporate a combination of high-intensity training, strength training, and functional movements which can all lead to improved body composition.
These styles of workouts are particularly effective for burning calories and increasing metabolic rate both during and after exercise, which can contribute to fat loss and muscle gain. Additionally, the strength training aspect helps build lean muscle mass, which not only enhances metabolic rate but also helps you look good naked.
#2 – Develop an Unbreakable Mindset
I love this aspect of a lot of the CrossFit workouts I have done over the years. They often involve challenging and varied exercises that push your limits, both physically and mentally. This constant exposure to discomfort and overcoming obstacles helps develop mental toughness, resilience, and a growth mindset.
From personal experience and also coaching others, people learn to embrace challenges, push through perceived limitations, and adopt a positive attitude towards setbacks and failures. This mindset can extend beyond the gym, it empowers people to approach life's challenges with confidence and determination.
#3 – Push Outside Your Comfort Zones
Generally speaking, CrossFit workouts are designed to constantly challenge you and will push you outside your comfort zones. Whether it's attempting a heavier lift, mastering a new skill, or completing a challenging workout, CrossFit encourages everyone to push beyond what they thought was possible.
By consistently pushing boundaries and stepping outside comfort zones, you not only experience physical growth but also build confidence, self-reliance, and a sense of accomplishment. This willingness to embrace discomfort and take on new challenges fosters personal growth and development, in every aspect of your life.
Final Thoughts
Over the course of my career in the fitness industry, CrossFit has always stood out for its ability to make people better – both physically and mentally. Through a combination of intense workouts, mental challenges, and a culture of pushing boundaries, CrossFit enthusiasts not only build strength and endurance but also develop resilience, confidence, and a growth mindset.
Whether you're striving for a leaner physique, a sharper mindset, or simply aiming to crush life's challenges with gusto, consider embracing the principles of CrossFit as a pathway to being better and smashing life!
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - Smash Life - MENTAL TOUGHNESS - Hard Work
CrossFit isn't just about lifting weights or completing a set number of reps; it's a comprehensive approach to fitness and looking after your overall health and wellbeing. From transforming body composition to cultivating a resilient mindset and pushing beyond comfort zones, CrossFit-style workouts offer you a way to improve yourself on so many levels.
I’ve been doing CrossFit for over 13 years and have experienced just about everything this sport has to offer. If you’ve never tried it before, here are the three biggest benefits you’ll get from taking part in CrossFit workouts!
Top 3 Benefits of CrossFit Workouts
#1 – Improved Body Composition
CrossFit-style workouts incorporate a combination of high-intensity training, strength training, and functional movements which can all lead to improved body composition.
These styles of workouts are particularly effective for burning calories and increasing metabolic rate both during and after exercise, which can contribute to fat loss and muscle gain. Additionally, the strength training aspect helps build lean muscle mass, which not only enhances metabolic rate but also helps you look good naked.
#2 – Develop an Unbreakable Mindset
I love this aspect of a lot of the CrossFit workouts I have done over the years. They often involve challenging and varied exercises that push your limits, both physically and mentally. This constant exposure to discomfort and overcoming obstacles helps develop mental toughness, resilience, and a growth mindset.
From personal experience and also coaching others, people learn to embrace challenges, push through perceived limitations, and adopt a positive attitude towards setbacks and failures. This mindset can extend beyond the gym, it empowers people to approach life's challenges with confidence and determination.
#3 – Push Outside Your Comfort Zones
Generally speaking, CrossFit workouts are designed to constantly challenge you and will push you outside your comfort zones. Whether it's attempting a heavier lift, mastering a new skill, or completing a challenging workout, CrossFit encourages everyone to push beyond what they thought was possible.
By consistently pushing boundaries and stepping outside comfort zones, you not only experience physical growth but also build confidence, self-reliance, and a sense of accomplishment. This willingness to embrace discomfort and take on new challenges fosters personal growth and development, in every aspect of your life.
Final Thoughts
Over the course of my career in the fitness industry, CrossFit has always stood out for its ability to make people better – both physically and mentally. Through a combination of intense workouts, mental challenges, and a culture of pushing boundaries, CrossFit enthusiasts not only build strength and endurance but also develop resilience, confidence, and a growth mindset.
Whether you're striving for a leaner physique, a sharper mindset, or simply aiming to crush life's challenges with gusto, consider embracing the principles of CrossFit as a pathway to being better and smashing life!
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - Smash Life - MENTAL TOUGHNESS - Hard Work
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