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All About CrossFit

CrossFit is a high-intensity fitness regime that has become popular all around the world. It includes exercises like kettlebells, Olympic weightlifting, high intensity aerobics etc.

Introduction

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CrossFit aim is to push the body to its limits and beyond. The programme is designed to push your strength, flexibility and endurance.

Intensity-level

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CrossFit workouts improve balance, agility and flexibility. Functional exercises like squats, kettlebell swings, overhead presses, also help reduce risk for injury.

Benefits

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According to studies, one can lose more calories with Cross Fit as compared to a regular workout.

Weight loss

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The workouts are designed to build into a complex progression of strength, cardio, and flexibility training and mostly focus on functional fitness.

Offers variety

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There is increased mobility as a result of the varied functional movements involved in this workout – you're not just doing simple bicep curls, but moving your limbs too.

Improves mobility

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CrossFit can help you gain strength as it incorporates lifting weights, resistance training as well as Olympic weightlifting

Builds strength

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CrossFit can increase risk of injury, particularly among beginners. It is an extremely intense form of exercise and not everyone is able to do it.

Warning

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Those with health problems should avoid very vigorous forms of exercise. Please follow your health trainer's advice.

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