Top 3 Beginner Friendly CrossFit Workout
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For anyone that’s new to CrossFit, it's essential to start with workouts that emphasize proper form, technique, and gradually increasing intensity. CrossFit WODs are great for people that like to challenge themselves, but if your first ever experience takes you too far beyond your limits then you may end up doing more harm than good.

Luckily, there are some fantastic beginner friendly CrossFit workouts which help introduce the important movements at a pace that’s a lot more manageable. Check them out below!
3 CrossFit workouts for beginners
#1 – Cindy
20-minute AMRAP (as many rounds as possible) of:
- 5 pull-ups (or scaled-down versions like ring rows or jumping pull-ups)
- 10 push-ups ( or scaled-down versions like knee push ups, or box push ups)
- 15 air squats
Cindy is a simple yet effective bodyweight workout that focuses on fundamental movements. It allows beginners to work on upper body pulling, pushing, and lower body strength while also improving cardiovascular endurance.
#2 – Nicole
20-minute AMRAP of:
- 400m run
- Max pull ups unbroken (or scaled-down versions like ring rows or jumping pull-ups)
Nicole is a simple and challenging workout that tests both endurance and upper body strength. It’s one of CrossFit’s benchmark workouts which you can use to track your improvement over time.
#3 – Baseline
For time (complete in the fastest time possible):
- 500-meter row
- 40 air squats
- 30 sit-ups
- 20 push-ups
- 10 pull-ups (or scaled variation)
Baseline is an introductory workout designed to establish a baseline level of fitness. It incorporates various movements commonly found in CrossFit workouts and allows beginners to gauge their progress over time.
Try ‘Scaled’ or ‘Foundation’ level CrossFit workouts.
You don’t have to do the workouts exactly as they are written. One of the great things about CrossFit is that it’s designed so that anyone can take part – regardless of your fitness level or previous experience!
There are two different levels designed to make CrossFit workouts more manageable for beginners:
- Scaled: designed for people who have some experience with CrossFit
- Foundation: designed for people who have who are new to CrossFit
You can learn more about scaled and foundation CrossFit workouts in this article.
Final thoughts
These beginner-friendly workouts prioritize simplicity, proper technique, and scalability, making them accessible to individuals of all fitness levels who are just starting their CrossFit journey. It's important for beginners to focus on mastering the basics before progressing to more advanced workouts.
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
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For anyone that’s new to CrossFit, it's essential to start with workouts that emphasize proper form, technique, and gradually increasing intensity. CrossFit WODs are great for people that like to challenge themselves, but if your first ever experience takes you too far beyond your limits then you may end up doing more harm than good.

Luckily, there are some fantastic beginner friendly CrossFit workouts which help introduce the important movements at a pace that’s a lot more manageable. Check them out below!
3 CrossFit workouts for beginners
#1 – Cindy
20-minute AMRAP (as many rounds as possible) of:
- 5 pull-ups (or scaled-down versions like ring rows or jumping pull-ups)
- 10 push-ups ( or scaled-down versions like knee push ups, or box push ups)
- 15 air squats
Cindy is a simple yet effective bodyweight workout that focuses on fundamental movements. It allows beginners to work on upper body pulling, pushing, and lower body strength while also improving cardiovascular endurance.
#2 – Nicole
20-minute AMRAP of:
- 400m run
- Max pull ups unbroken (or scaled-down versions like ring rows or jumping pull-ups)
Nicole is a simple and challenging workout that tests both endurance and upper body strength. It’s one of CrossFit’s benchmark workouts which you can use to track your improvement over time.
#3 – Baseline
For time (complete in the fastest time possible):
- 500-meter row
- 40 air squats
- 30 sit-ups
- 20 push-ups
- 10 pull-ups (or scaled variation)
Baseline is an introductory workout designed to establish a baseline level of fitness. It incorporates various movements commonly found in CrossFit workouts and allows beginners to gauge their progress over time.
Try ‘Scaled’ or ‘Foundation’ level CrossFit workouts.
You don’t have to do the workouts exactly as they are written. One of the great things about CrossFit is that it’s designed so that anyone can take part – regardless of your fitness level or previous experience!
There are two different levels designed to make CrossFit workouts more manageable for beginners:
- Scaled: designed for people who have some experience with CrossFit
- Foundation: designed for people who have who are new to CrossFit
You can learn more about scaled and foundation CrossFit workouts in this article.
Final thoughts
These beginner-friendly workouts prioritize simplicity, proper technique, and scalability, making them accessible to individuals of all fitness levels who are just starting their CrossFit journey. It's important for beginners to focus on mastering the basics before progressing to more advanced workouts.
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.
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For anyone that’s new to CrossFit, it's essential to start with workouts that emphasize proper form, technique, and gradually increasing intensity. CrossFit WODs are great for people that like to challenge themselves, but if your first ever experience takes you too far beyond your limits then you may end up doing more harm than good.

Luckily, there are some fantastic beginner friendly CrossFit workouts which help introduce the important movements at a pace that’s a lot more manageable. Check them out below!
3 CrossFit workouts for beginners
#1 – Cindy
20-minute AMRAP (as many rounds as possible) of:
- 5 pull-ups (or scaled-down versions like ring rows or jumping pull-ups)
- 10 push-ups ( or scaled-down versions like knee push ups, or box push ups)
- 15 air squats
Cindy is a simple yet effective bodyweight workout that focuses on fundamental movements. It allows beginners to work on upper body pulling, pushing, and lower body strength while also improving cardiovascular endurance.
#2 – Nicole
20-minute AMRAP of:
- 400m run
- Max pull ups unbroken (or scaled-down versions like ring rows or jumping pull-ups)
Nicole is a simple and challenging workout that tests both endurance and upper body strength. It’s one of CrossFit’s benchmark workouts which you can use to track your improvement over time.
#3 – Baseline
For time (complete in the fastest time possible):
- 500-meter row
- 40 air squats
- 30 sit-ups
- 20 push-ups
- 10 pull-ups (or scaled variation)
Baseline is an introductory workout designed to establish a baseline level of fitness. It incorporates various movements commonly found in CrossFit workouts and allows beginners to gauge their progress over time.
Try ‘Scaled’ or ‘Foundation’ level CrossFit workouts.
You don’t have to do the workouts exactly as they are written. One of the great things about CrossFit is that it’s designed so that anyone can take part – regardless of your fitness level or previous experience!
There are two different levels designed to make CrossFit workouts more manageable for beginners:
- Scaled: designed for people who have some experience with CrossFit
- Foundation: designed for people who have who are new to CrossFit
You can learn more about scaled and foundation CrossFit workouts in this article.
Final thoughts
These beginner-friendly workouts prioritize simplicity, proper technique, and scalability, making them accessible to individuals of all fitness levels who are just starting their CrossFit journey. It's important for beginners to focus on mastering the basics before progressing to more advanced workouts.
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
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For anyone that’s new to CrossFit, it's essential to start with workouts that emphasize proper form, technique, and gradually increasing intensity. CrossFit WODs are great for people that like to challenge themselves, but if your first ever experience takes you too far beyond your limits then you may end up doing more harm than good.

Luckily, there are some fantastic beginner friendly CrossFit workouts which help introduce the important movements at a pace that’s a lot more manageable. Check them out below!
3 CrossFit workouts for beginners
#1 – Cindy
20-minute AMRAP (as many rounds as possible) of:
- 5 pull-ups (or scaled-down versions like ring rows or jumping pull-ups)
- 10 push-ups ( or scaled-down versions like knee push ups, or box push ups)
- 15 air squats
Cindy is a simple yet effective bodyweight workout that focuses on fundamental movements. It allows beginners to work on upper body pulling, pushing, and lower body strength while also improving cardiovascular endurance.
#2 – Nicole
20-minute AMRAP of:
- 400m run
- Max pull ups unbroken (or scaled-down versions like ring rows or jumping pull-ups)
Nicole is a simple and challenging workout that tests both endurance and upper body strength. It’s one of CrossFit’s benchmark workouts which you can use to track your improvement over time.
#3 – Baseline
For time (complete in the fastest time possible):
- 500-meter row
- 40 air squats
- 30 sit-ups
- 20 push-ups
- 10 pull-ups (or scaled variation)
Baseline is an introductory workout designed to establish a baseline level of fitness. It incorporates various movements commonly found in CrossFit workouts and allows beginners to gauge their progress over time.
Try ‘Scaled’ or ‘Foundation’ level CrossFit workouts.
You don’t have to do the workouts exactly as they are written. One of the great things about CrossFit is that it’s designed so that anyone can take part – regardless of your fitness level or previous experience!
There are two different levels designed to make CrossFit workouts more manageable for beginners:
- Scaled: designed for people who have some experience with CrossFit
- Foundation: designed for people who have who are new to CrossFit
You can learn more about scaled and foundation CrossFit workouts in this article.
Final thoughts
These beginner-friendly workouts prioritize simplicity, proper technique, and scalability, making them accessible to individuals of all fitness levels who are just starting their CrossFit journey. It's important for beginners to focus on mastering the basics before progressing to more advanced workouts.
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - SMASH LIFE- Mental Toughness - Hard Work
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For anyone that’s new to CrossFit, it's essential to start with workouts that emphasize proper form, technique, and gradually increasing intensity. CrossFit WODs are great for people that like to challenge themselves, but if your first ever experience takes you too far beyond your limits then you may end up doing more harm than good.

Luckily, there are some fantastic beginner friendly CrossFit workouts which help introduce the important movements at a pace that’s a lot more manageable. Check them out below!
3 CrossFit workouts for beginners
#1 – Cindy
20-minute AMRAP (as many rounds as possible) of:
- 5 pull-ups (or scaled-down versions like ring rows or jumping pull-ups)
- 10 push-ups ( or scaled-down versions like knee push ups, or box push ups)
- 15 air squats
Cindy is a simple yet effective bodyweight workout that focuses on fundamental movements. It allows beginners to work on upper body pulling, pushing, and lower body strength while also improving cardiovascular endurance.
#2 – Nicole
20-minute AMRAP of:
- 400m run
- Max pull ups unbroken (or scaled-down versions like ring rows or jumping pull-ups)
Nicole is a simple and challenging workout that tests both endurance and upper body strength. It’s one of CrossFit’s benchmark workouts which you can use to track your improvement over time.
#3 – Baseline
For time (complete in the fastest time possible):
- 500-meter row
- 40 air squats
- 30 sit-ups
- 20 push-ups
- 10 pull-ups (or scaled variation)
Baseline is an introductory workout designed to establish a baseline level of fitness. It incorporates various movements commonly found in CrossFit workouts and allows beginners to gauge their progress over time.
Try ‘Scaled’ or ‘Foundation’ level CrossFit workouts.
You don’t have to do the workouts exactly as they are written. One of the great things about CrossFit is that it’s designed so that anyone can take part – regardless of your fitness level or previous experience!
There are two different levels designed to make CrossFit workouts more manageable for beginners:
- Scaled: designed for people who have some experience with CrossFit
- Foundation: designed for people who have who are new to CrossFit
You can learn more about scaled and foundation CrossFit workouts in this article.
Final thoughts
These beginner-friendly workouts prioritize simplicity, proper technique, and scalability, making them accessible to individuals of all fitness levels who are just starting their CrossFit journey. It's important for beginners to focus on mastering the basics before progressing to more advanced workouts.
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - SMASH LIFE- Mental Toughness - Hard Work

One-Hour Workout: Revving Your Swim Engine
