CrossFit is a strength and conditioning program using functional movements (no isolation exercises, i.e. bicep curls) that are constantly varied (no routine) and executed at a high intensity. CrossFit focuses on 3 modalites, Gymnastics, i.e. pull-ups, pushups, dips, medicine ball throws, plyo box jumps, handstand pushups etc…Cardiovascular conditioning, i.e. runnig, jumping, swimming, biking, rowing and the third , Weight Lifting ,i.e. squats, deadlifts, clean and jerk, snatch etc… CrossFit believes that the ultimate athlete is equal part, gymnast, sprinter, and weight-lifter.
In CrossFit there are 10 domains of fitness: Cardiorespiratory endurance, stamina, strength, flexibility, power, speed, coordination, agility, balance and accuracy. CrossFits example of an athlete is someone who is fit in all 10 domains. Through practicing these principles, any weaknesses that you may have will be exposed. CrossFit is a generalist program, meaning it’s speciality is that it has no specialty, so it will help you become a well rounded athlete with no weaknesses.
CrossFit is not exclusive to athletes. It has been used widespread by Military, Police and Firefighter personnel, mixed martial-arts fighters, triathletes and participants of various other sports and to anyone who is striving for ultimate fitness, including teenagers, and the elderly