Saving this for later. 1. Rest days are important. 2. Nutrition is key. 3. The exercises are challenging. Technique first, then strength. 4. Log all workouts so you can track your progress. 5. Leave your ego at the door.
Don't forget hydration it doesn't matter what the season is like (eg Winter , Summer) its really important especially since drink water takes a big role with muscle growth .
My first CrossFit coach emphasized that the "magic" happens on the rest days between workouts. She stressed taking active rest (yoga, spin, walk/run) as well as total rest. It helped me to think of days off as "magic" days. Also, I listen to my body. I started CrossFit at 58 after nearly 40 years of working out in one form or another that included running, racquetball, karate, yoga, boot camps, etc., and I know what my body needs, what injuries I've had and want to avoid, and how hard I can push, as long as I get my ego out of the way! Ensure technique over increasing weight EVERY TIME.
Wow. I started crossfit just over 3 weeks ago, but I’ve been doing EVERYTHING you have mentioned in this video! Seriously!!!! Keeping track of my workouts is the best thing though. I played sports my whole life and used to workout at the gym but nothing beats crossfit (not even rugby). There’s always room for improvement and I don’t usually sweat much but I didn’t realize how much i could sweat until i started crossfit. Working out with a group of people and their occasional fist pumps and high fives + having a trainer shouting at you (i.e., “you CAN f**king do this, good job! Two more!”) is one of the BEST things about crossfit. You don’t work out to “look good.” You work out to be STRONGER, which is what i love about crossfit ❤️.
I cant even ohs a pvc pipe when i started crossfit. Took me 6 monhts to ohs a 20kg. Now.. after 3 monhts.. able to ohs 50kg. Youre absolutely right... technique first, strength second. Good video!!
Great points!! Besides eating clean, i personally had to up my water intake! People overlook how important water intake is, especially when putting your body through rigorous workouts. I noticed i tended to be less sore while keeping my musclea hydrated. Also, people should embrace the power of stretching and flexibility. Some things that personally helped me progress. 😁
I think one big misconception about CrossFit is you have to be super fit to it. Anyone can do CrossFit. Everything can be scaled to you’re level and you can build on that.
Not really people can start at their own pace if they have done an indication about it already . the people i have seen they aren't anything like that its basically about fueling your body e.t.c i have been doing it for 4 years
It’s weird to comment on a 2 years old video, but I really do want to thank you for having uploaded this - it’s super helpful to have simple yet fundamental advices from someone who’s been doing this for a lot of time. I’m 20, from Italy, yet to undertake this journey at a local gym, but it’s the first actual time I take the idea of working out so seriously (I have never had any type of physical training or love for sports, and I just started working out at home during quarantine in March). If there’s something quarantine has taught me, is to take care of my body and never take my ability to move around for granted; I shall live my life to the fullest now, building physical and mental strenght and a healthy relationship with my body and with avversities and obstacles, while I’m young and oh so lucky to be a almost fully healthy girl. Do you have any specific advice for someone who’s just been introduced to CrossFit (and hasn’t even taken her first lesson session yet)? Is it okay to try it out (of course going step by step and never exceeding), despite being new to the whole ‘working out’ concept and healthy lifestyle? Thank you so much for sharing ✨
So excited for you to take the next step for your fitness! You can definitely start CrossFit with little to no athletic background. Just be sure to relay this to your coach, along with any other past injuries or issues you may have with certain areas of your body. It sounds like you will not push too hard at the beginning and will take it easy, which is also a big part of the beginning. Take time to learn the technique, figure out how to pace workouts, and make the experience enjoyable!
So.....I went to my first cross fit yesterday after not having worked out steadily in 3 months because of school and 3 jobs.........and while everyone at the gym looked like they walked straight out of a sports illustrated magazine......I could barely do the damn weighted lunges and burpees.......this was the biggest wakeup call everrrrrr...so I will be referring to this for...reference and humility as I proceed with my journey.....thank you :(
ConstantlyVariedFitness that is the most comforting thing ive heard all day!! Lmaooo thank youuu ...you shoulda seen the cowboy walk 6 blocks to my car xD
ConstantlyVariedFitness thanks so much, I am going to begin the bridge program and start with the basics for a bit and then really get out there!! Lol Cheers to the struggle!!!! :D
I couldnt agree more. After 6 years of gym in a row, I tried once and never gone back to crossfit. I intend to give it a second chance this year as I want something different than gym workouts.
#5 is the biggest one. I'm 46 years old and life long athlete, but if I tried to keep up with a technical movements at the weight my ego felt I was capable of, I would have been injured in the first week. Go slow, focus on technique, and never decide on a weight without considering the volume.
Yeah this is the one thing I've heard consistently from other people as well. It's good to know that it's ok to start slow and work up gradually. I'm a big guy so the temptation would be for me to prove myself at the beginning, but I'm also old enough to have an easy out.
Yes.I ve noticed the same. I am 33 and my ego got in the middle after 10+ years lifting weights and now my knees are paying the price. So I dropped all weights as much as possible to dominate every move well and build from there.
Was looking into joining a box near me after watching crossfit videos. Pulled up the webpage to my nearest box and saw that your the head coach there. Awesome.
Also good to learn is crossfit lingo and acronyms. When u first walk into a box you have no clue what it all means. So good to familiarize yourself before hand.
Tomorrow finish my First Month in Crossfit and all this advises are going to help more than you think they can 🙌🏼 in this month i dont have many rest days and i m not carrying my diet, and the most important... When I fail a movement i feel bad and anxious for being good so now I know those movements are going to be better and better with the time so thanks 🙏🏻😅🤷🏻♀️
All true Adding stretch and mobility time becomes more important as you continue. I am 64 and enjoy Crossfit for sure and plan another 10 years of community fitness
I am 71 (male) and I just started Crossfit after a life of working out by biking and regular gym. Love it and plan to do it til I die (sometime around age 120-130;-)). BTW even though I die each and every day, I have seen huge improvement in my CF performance. And getting more flexible, too.
Great video and it applies on body building too so nothing was new. I'm getting into the whole crossfit thing , so hopefully your channel will be helpful in the next few days to help me get the right form before I apply my own form lol
To me this kind of sounds like a dumb question but with CrossFit does it just focus on legs and arms or does it work on the core too? because that’s one of my biggest insecurities and wondering if this is right for me
Really cool! No 1 is a biggy, i have a tantrum if i dont make it to crossfit, i do have to tell myself over and over again its..ok! Let it go, breathe.. Calm down, theres always tomorrow lol thank you for the tips :)
hello mate just trying to get into crossfit now but in my place there is no gym in to this yet. I am a 30 years old guy and have no gym tools. is there any video of full body course on youtube or any other source? Thanks a lot..sincerely you gave us great tips.
There are ways to make body weight workouts while using the CrossFit methodology. Ex. EMOM x 12 minutes Min 1 - 12 Lunges each side Min 2 - 10 Russian Twists each side Min 3 - 8 Burpees But you are very limited without equipment. I would try to find a gym with some free weights like dumbbells and kettle bells, maybe a pull up bar as well.
1. Quality of coaching (lots of feedback and cues) 2. Community (welcoming and friendly) 3. Programming (well rounded) 4. Facility (clean and organized)
Saving this for later.
1. Rest days are important.
2. Nutrition is key.
3. The exercises are challenging. Technique first, then strength.
4. Log all workouts so you can track your progress.
5. Leave your ego at the door.
emailjwr great. Thank you for the summary
Don't forget hydration it doesn't matter what the season is like (eg Winter , Summer) its really important especially since drink water takes a big role with muscle growth .
This applies to any fitness program: bodybuilding, powerlifting, running, biking, swimming, etc
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Bless you
My first CrossFit coach emphasized that the "magic" happens on the rest days between workouts. She stressed taking active rest (yoga, spin, walk/run) as well as total rest. It helped me to think of days off as "magic" days. Also, I listen to my body. I started CrossFit at 58 after nearly 40 years of working out in one form or another that included running, racquetball, karate, yoga, boot camps, etc., and I know what my body needs, what injuries I've had and want to avoid, and how hard I can push, as long as I get my ego out of the way! Ensure technique over increasing weight EVERY TIME.
+Carol Rogers exactly! I love hearing people of all ages doing CrossFit! Shows that age is but a number!
Wow. I started crossfit just over 3 weeks ago, but I’ve been doing EVERYTHING you have mentioned in this video! Seriously!!!! Keeping track of my workouts is the best thing though. I played sports my whole life and used to workout at the gym but nothing beats crossfit (not even rugby). There’s always room for improvement and I don’t usually sweat much but I didn’t realize how much i could sweat until i started crossfit. Working out with a group of people and their occasional fist pumps and high fives + having a trainer shouting at you (i.e., “you CAN f**king do this, good job! Two more!”) is one of the BEST things about crossfit. You don’t work out to “look good.” You work out to be STRONGER, which is what i love about crossfit ❤️.
I cant even ohs a pvc pipe when i started crossfit. Took me 6 monhts to ohs a 20kg. Now.. after 3 monhts.. able to ohs 50kg. Youre absolutely right... technique first, strength second. Good video!!
+quadra joiruh thanks Quandra! Feel free to share this video with anyone who you think may benefit from it. ☺️
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Great points!! Besides eating clean, i personally had to up my water intake! People overlook how important water intake is, especially when putting your body through rigorous workouts. I noticed i tended to be less sore while keeping my musclea hydrated. Also, people should embrace the power of stretching and flexibility. Some things that personally helped me progress. 😁
I think one big misconception about CrossFit is you have to be super fit to it. Anyone can do CrossFit. Everything can be scaled to you’re level and you can build on that.
+Kay Renee So true!
Kay Renee thank you because I was surely getting discouraged.😘😘😘
Kay Renee ahghh! Thank You!
Not really people can start at their own pace if they have done an indication about it already . the people i have seen they aren't anything like that its basically about fueling your body e.t.c i have been doing it for 4 years
So true! I have knee “issues” so I do modified (lower body).
It’s weird to comment on a 2 years old video, but I really do want to thank you for having uploaded this - it’s super helpful to have simple yet fundamental advices from someone who’s been doing this for a lot of time. I’m 20, from Italy, yet to undertake this journey at a local gym, but it’s the first actual time I take the idea of working out so seriously (I have never had any type of physical training or love for sports, and I just started working out at home during quarantine in March). If there’s something quarantine has taught me, is to take care of my body and never take my ability to move around for granted; I shall live my life to the fullest now, building physical and mental strenght and a healthy relationship with my body and with avversities and obstacles, while I’m young and oh so lucky to be a almost fully healthy girl.
Do you have any specific advice for someone who’s just been introduced to CrossFit (and hasn’t even taken her first lesson session yet)? Is it okay to try it out (of course going step by step and never exceeding), despite being new to the whole ‘working out’ concept and healthy lifestyle?
Thank you so much for sharing ✨
So excited for you to take the next step for your fitness!
You can definitely start CrossFit with little to no athletic background. Just be sure to relay this to your coach, along with any other past injuries or issues you may have with certain areas of your body.
It sounds like you will not push too hard at the beginning and will take it easy, which is also a big part of the beginning. Take time to learn the technique, figure out how to pace workouts, and make the experience enjoyable!
So.....I went to my first cross fit yesterday after not having worked out steadily in 3 months because of school and 3 jobs.........and while everyone at the gym looked like they walked straight out of a sports illustrated magazine......I could barely do the damn weighted lunges and burpees.......this was the biggest wakeup call everrrrrr...so I will be referring to this for...reference and humility as I proceed with my journey.....thank you :(
Hahaha. Even people that are really fit who come and do CrossFit for the first time usually get wrecked.
ConstantlyVariedFitness that is the most comforting thing ive heard all day!! Lmaooo thank youuu ...you shoulda seen the cowboy walk 6 blocks to my car xD
Lol, well in excited for you! Let me know how the next few weeks go fo you!
ConstantlyVariedFitness thanks so much, I am going to begin the bridge program and start with the basics for a bit and then really get out there!! Lol Cheers to the struggle!!!! :D
I couldnt agree more. After 6 years of gym in a row, I tried once and never gone back to crossfit. I intend to give it a second chance this year as I want something different than gym workouts.
Just stumbled on this video. I would emphasize that it's ok to scale! Great video!
#5 is the biggest one. I'm 46 years old and life long athlete, but if I tried to keep up with a technical movements at the weight my ego felt I was capable of, I would have been injured in the first week. Go slow, focus on technique, and never decide on a weight without considering the volume.
+Kevin M glad you agree! Feel free to share this video with anyone you think may benefit from it!
Yeah this is the one thing I've heard consistently from other people as well. It's good to know that it's ok to start slow and work up gradually. I'm a big guy so the temptation would be for me to prove myself at the beginning, but I'm also old enough to have an easy out.
+Dan Humphreys Yea definitely don't chase the young guns! Play your game!
Yes.I ve noticed the same. I am 33 and my ego got in the middle after 10+ years lifting weights and now my knees are paying the price. So I dropped all weights as much as possible to dominate every move well and build from there.
Was looking into joining a box near me after watching crossfit videos. Pulled up the webpage to my nearest box and saw that your the head coach there. Awesome.
+JcYang21 Hahaha! Small world!
Also good to learn is crossfit lingo and acronyms. When u first walk into a box you have no clue what it all means. So good to familiarize yourself before hand.
+NANA4LAW1 I agree! Maybe I'll make a video on this. 🤔
Tomorrow finish my First Month in Crossfit and all this advises are going to help more than you think they can 🙌🏼 in this month i dont have many rest days and i m not carrying my diet, and the most important... When I fail a movement i feel bad and anxious for being good so now I know those movements are going to be better and better with the time so thanks 🙏🏻😅🤷🏻♀️
+Katherine Redondo glad our videos help Katherine! If you have any questions let us know!
About to start sunday and have never worked out really. Thank you for this love 274 lbs now joined a 6 week challenge wish me luck
+shamefullylost1 good luck!! Let me know how it goes!
how did it go? I start a 6 week challenge next month. I'm so nervous.
Innerbeautyky I’m starting this Saturday I’m little nervous any advice
I start the 6 week challenge Monday. How did you like it?
I know this is old but how did you like it? I am starting my first day of CrossFit in two days and I’m so nervous.
I think these are good tips for starting any exercise program
+Janos Aldroun glad you like it Janos! If you think this video could help anyone you know, please feel free to share it!
All true Adding stretch and mobility time becomes more important as you continue. I am 64 and enjoy Crossfit for sure and plan another 10 years of community fitness
I am 71 (male) and I just started Crossfit after a life of working out by biking and regular gym. Love it and plan to do it til I die (sometime around age 120-130;-)). BTW even though I die each and every day, I have seen huge improvement in my CF performance. And getting more flexible, too.
My biggest mistake was going to cross fit even when you don’t feel well
Don’t push it. Get rest. It is not 24 hr fitness
+norman laoh Exactly! More isn't always better!
I LOVE your content please come back and do more! 😉😊
I just started going two months ago. Im having fun and learning alot.
+Michaelyn Tsosie thats awesome! Let me know if there are any other types of vids you'd like to see!
how did you start?
I’m about to start next week. Thank u for this video
Glad you liked it! Feel free to share it with anyone else you think could benifit from it!
Hi thank you so much for this video, please do you have some tips, to avoid injuries ?
I wish i knew my coach was a a complete psyco my first day. He seemed so nice at the begining! Today im thankful, but when i started jesus!
Great video and it applies on body building too so nothing was new. I'm getting into the whole crossfit thing , so hopefully your channel will be helpful in the next few days to help me get the right form before I apply my own form lol
+Joseph Khalil Very cool! Let us know if you have questions on anything.
Great tips. I've been doing it for 6 weeks and love it
+musicvixen24 that's awesome!!! Be sure to check out the rest of our videos, and let us know if you have any questions!!
Very good advice..will keep that 5 point of advice before i start my crossfit
Thank you!!
Thanks bro. All very helpful and important things to take note of.
Glad you liked it!
Amazing and thorough video! This guy is amazing!
I'm glad you liked it!
Thank you for sharing this...I'm starting CrossFit because I want more than just walking on a treadmill. I get so bored on treadmills.
+Julie Chamberlain I'm glad you like it! Feel free to share this video with anyone you think it may help!
Good stuff mate. Applicable to not just cross fit but any other type or sport/work out
+MissAtlantique glad you liked it! Please feel free to share this video with someone it may help!
going to my first class tomorrow morning thanks for tips!
+Andres Montealegre How exciting! Let me know how it goes!
Kindly help me with how should i develop strength?😊both upper and lower body
To me this kind of sounds like a dumb question but with CrossFit does it just focus on legs and arms or does it work on the core too? because that’s one of my biggest insecurities and wondering if this is right for me
Really cool! No 1 is a biggy, i have a tantrum if i dont make it to crossfit, i do have to tell myself over and over again its..ok! Let it go, breathe.. Calm down, theres always tomorrow lol thank you for the tips :)
+melz8201 hahaha exactly. In glad you liked the video! Please feel free to share it anywhere you think would be beneficial for people! 😁
So good. Kudos for posting this.
Glad you liked it! Please feel free sharing this video with whoever you think may benefit from it.
Man this was really really really good!!!
+The Oracle Speaks thanks! Glad you liked it! Feel free to share it!
ConstantlyVariedFitness I did I sent it to my crossfit coach thank you again for sharing
+The Oracle Speaks awesome!
Very useful, thank you.
Good work mate... Thanx
Hi. Great video. Will it help in losing fat? I mean joining a crossfit is okay if I currently am overweight and would like to lose fat ?
CrossFit is for everyone! There are modifications and scales that allow anyone to participate in CrossFit
Great video
Great video. Thanks a lot best wishes from Brazil 🇧🇷
Glad you liked it Gustavo! Which part was the most insightful for you?
@@ConstantlyVariedFitness to hear that rest is important too.
I'm 31 can I start Crossfit?
I've had people in their 60s start CrossFit. You definitely can!
@@ConstantlyVariedFitness thank you! :)
Good tips! Thanks!
Glad you found them helpful Paul! Let me know if there's anything I can help with, or if you would like to see a video covering a similar topic!
Great tips thank
hello mate just trying to get into crossfit now but in my place there is no gym in to this yet. I am a 30 years old guy and have no gym tools. is there any video of full body course on youtube or any other source? Thanks a lot..sincerely you gave us great tips.
p.s. I am using my girlfriend's account so never mind ;)
There are ways to make body weight workouts while using the CrossFit methodology.
Ex. EMOM x 12 minutes
Min 1 - 12 Lunges each side
Min 2 - 10 Russian Twists each side
Min 3 - 8 Burpees
But you are very limited without equipment. I would try to find a gym with some free weights like dumbbells and kettle bells, maybe a pull up bar as well.
This is just common sense for any exercise, not just Crossfit.
Just because it's common for you, doesn't mean that's the case for everyone else. Which is why this video has 250k+ views.
My favorite part is about being mindful of the ego.
Good advice.
Thanks mann
Thanks for this great info!
Of course! I'm glad your joyed the video! Feel free to share it with anyone else you think may like it!
Video very helpful 😁😁😁😁
Love to hear it! Thanks Reese!
You welcome I’m starting my cross for training at the gym next week 😁😁😁😁😁😁
Absolutely great tips, by the way what do u do for your teeth, they r so white and healthy looking
Great advice and a lot of over look stuff.
What are the most important factors when choosing a CrossFit gym?
1. Quality of coaching (lots of feedback and cues)
2. Community (welcoming and friendly)
3. Programming (well rounded)
4. Facility (clean and organized)
Awesome !!!!
Great video!
+Joshua Dreyer Thanks! Glad you liked it!
Where do you get your other 10% from?
Questions what shoes should I get for crossfit
Flip flops 👍
luv it
Is earlies 40 good time to start, or too late?
I've worked with people that are 60 to 70 plus! You could definitely do it as well! Just be sure to start slow and focus on technique.
@@ConstantlyVariedFitness thanks a lot.
I am 53 you ting i can do it?
I know you can! Just start slow and play it smart.
ConstantlyVariedFitness thank you verry much
Awesome video.
+Justin Thomas thanks man! Glad you liked it! Feel free to share it anywhere you think people might enjoy seeing it!
You spelled technique wrong, but great video and tips!!! Sorry for being the grammar nazi. My technical writing class has ruined me. Lol
+* * lol no problem thank you for the observation, and thank you! Feel free to share it with anyone you think may benefit from it!
That was just a simple typo (as opposed to him not knowing how to spell the word), there was no reason for you to point it out! Really??!!
* * I need you in my life English class is horrible
What a great video. I gonna break this down in a video! I hope you will like it. + 1 sub 🔥🔥
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He so cute😍😗
30 mins m?! I only do 17-20 mins
Ego lol. Meahwhile all you see are fashion queens (guys) and selfie queens (mostly girls, but some guys).
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What's the proper age to start CrossFit?
3 years and up.
You are super cute ! Haha 💕🌸
WhT about men in 50a
Omg! You are so cute.
Are u a meat eater?