CrossFit

The CrossFit community likes to keep the workouts of the day (WODs) challenging and ever-changing. While some workouts are meant to test your true strength, others test your endurance, and some test a mix of both.  If you know anything about CrossFit, then you know the Fran workout. This benchmark workout is a great strength … Read more

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends maintaining a consistent exercise routine during your pregnancy, and research has found that working out while pregnant benefits not only maternal health but the health of the growing fetus as well. However, not all types of exercise are necessarily safe while pregnant. Therefore, common questions become, … Read more

The grueling CrossFit workout, known as the Fight Gone Bad WOD (workout of the day), tests strength, endurance, and mental toughness. The story behind the name “Fight Gone Bad” is quite interesting. Coach Greg Glassman first used the workout to train a professional MMA fighter, B.J. Penn, in preparation for a fight. After completing the grueling … Read more

CrossFit Benchmark WODs are a set of standard workouts that are used to assess and track an athlete’s progress over time. These workouts are designed to test various aspects of fitness, including strength, endurance, speed, and agility.  There are many WODs in the CrossFit world, and these iconic workouts often bear names that evoke both … Read more

The Open 23.2 workout is a CrossFit WOD that differs from many others as it has two parts, A and B. While a two-part WOD is not typical, this is the fourth time there has been a two-part WOD at the CrossFit games.  The Open 23.2 workout starts with a 15-minute AMRAP (as many rounds … Read more

The Fat Amy workout is the ultimate test of endurance as it is a high-volume WOD. While the actual exercises are fairly easy, the number of reps will start to break you down as you near the end of the workout. Your heart will be pumping, and your lungs burning.  This type of CrossFit workout … Read more

The DT CrossFit workout has a special meaning and history behind it.  This challenging workout was created to honor and commemorate the sacrifice of U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant, First Class Aaron “DT” Kenefick, who was killed in action on September 8, 2009, during combat operations in the Ganjgal Valley of Afghanistan.  DT was known for … Read more

There are various ways that suffering can be encouraged in a workout. One of those ways is doing a workout that requires performing as many rounds as possible (AMRAP) in a set amount of time.  AMRAPS are a great way to test your ambition and fitness. For a workout like this, you must be super … Read more

If you are a runner who is getting into CrossFit, then you have just stumbled upon a WOD (workout of the day) that is meant for you. Think CrossFit meets track workout.  The Helen WOD is a true test of your ability to run fast after wrecking your legs and upper body. It is absolutely … Read more

Barbell workouts are common in the CrossFit world and a requirement if you really want to submerge yourself into the CrossFit community. While some barbell exercises are complex and involve a series of movements, others involve one swift and powerful movement.  The Bear complex is a test of barbell workability and a great way to … Read more

Back in 2003, when the CrossFit benchmark workouts first came to life, “The Barbara” was the very first “girl” WOD. Although considered to be a “girl” WOD, it is still challenging enough for any athlete, no matter their sex or skill level. Benchmark workouts like this are a fun way to challenge yourself at different times … Read more

There is nothing quite like the gift of a workout that just keeps on giving.  The 12 Days of Christmas workout is complex and provides any athlete that gives it a go with a truly exhausting experience, exactly what you want in your CrossFit WOD (workout of the day).  If you want to go above … Read more

Sometimes the biggest thrill of a workout is feeling absolutely torched afterward. When you work so hard that the thought of doing even one more rep could make you weep is when you know you nailed the workout.  If you are on a mission to crush a hard workout in as little time as possible, then … Read more

Whether you are active in the CrossFit community or not, you are probably familiar with the exercise wall ball shots, also known as wall balls. And if you have ever done a set of wall balls, then you are also probably familiar with burning quads and shoulders.  The Karen CrossFit workout is all about wall balls … Read more

If you are at all into fitness, then you have probably heard of CrossFit. CrossFit is well known for coming up with spicy workouts that crush your soul and test your fitness. These workouts are commonly referred to as a WOD or “workout of the day.” The purpose of these workouts is to set benchmarks for … Read more