CrossFit has been a hot topic amongst the fitness community for the past few years. It grew into a workout trend almost overnight.
Along with its expansion, the criticism and backlash has grown as well. People talk about how much they hate CrossFitters, how CrossFitters always talk about it and how bad it can be for your body.
As a fellow CrossFitter, I think it is time to get down to the truth. Is it really bad for you or are people just getting a bad experience?
I sat down with three individuals to ask their personal opinion on CrossFit. Andrew Iarussi is the supervisor at CrossFit Texas Tech and a graduate teaching assistant with the exercise and sports science department at Texas Tech University. Sandra Reeve is an instructor for the exercise and sports science department at Tech. Finally, Jon Murray is a certified athletic trainer at Lubbock Sports Rehab. Here is what they have to say about the topic:
What should you take away from this?
- The ratio of coaches to athletes in a class can be something you need to take into consideration when looking for a CrossFit gym.
- The level of education a coach has can be beneficial to you as an athlete in order to stay safe. Therefore, research all coaches and their experience before choosing a gym.
- Make sure you take the time to learn the fundamental movements before adding weight.
- CrossFit can be beneficial, but you need to evaluate yourself and your abilities before jumping into CrossFit; it maybe not be the sport for you.
Photo courtesy of CrossFit Games.
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