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3 Proven Benefits of CrossFit Workouts
Develop a healthier approach to life!
CrossFit isn't just about lifting weights or completing a set number of reps; it's a comprehensive approach to fitness and looking after your overall health and wellbeing. From transforming body composition to cultivating a resilient mindset and pushing beyond comfort zones, CrossFit-style workouts offer you a way to improve yourself on so many levels.
I’ve been doing CrossFit for over 13 years and have experienced just about everything this sport has to offer. If you’ve never tried it before, here are the three biggest benefits you’ll get from taking part in CrossFit workouts!
Top 3 Benefits of CrossFit Workouts
#1 – Improved Body Composition
CrossFit-style workouts incorporate a combination of high-intensity training, strength training, and functional movements which can all lead to improved body composition.
These styles of workouts are particularly effective for burning calories and increasing metabolic rate both during and after exercise, which can contribute to fat loss and muscle gain. Additionally, the strength training aspect helps build lean muscle mass, which not only enhances metabolic rate but also helps you look good naked.
#2 – Develop an Unbreakable Mindset
I love this aspect of a lot of the CrossFit workouts I have done over the years. They often involve challenging and varied exercises that push your limits, both physically and mentally. This constant exposure to discomfort and overcoming obstacles helps develop mental toughness, resilience, and a growth mindset.
From personal experience and also coaching others, people learn to embrace challenges, push through perceived limitations, and adopt a positive attitude towards setbacks and failures. This mindset can extend beyond the gym, it empowers people to approach life's challenges with confidence and determination.
#3 – Push Outside Your Comfort Zones
Generally speaking, CrossFit workouts are designed to constantly challenge you and will push you outside your comfort zones. Whether it's attempting a heavier lift, mastering a new skill, or completing a challenging workout, CrossFit encourages everyone to push beyond what they thought was possible.
By consistently pushing boundaries and stepping outside comfort zones, you not only experience physical growth but also build confidence, self-reliance, and a sense of accomplishment. This willingness to embrace discomfort and take on new challenges fosters personal growth and development, in every aspect of your life.
Final Thoughts
Over the course of my career in the fitness industry, CrossFit has always stood out for its ability to make people better – both physically and mentally. Through a combination of intense workouts, mental challenges, and a culture of pushing boundaries, CrossFit enthusiasts not only build strength and endurance but also develop resilience, confidence, and a growth mindset.
Whether you're striving for a leaner physique, a sharper mindset, or simply aiming to crush life's challenges with gusto, consider embracing the principles of CrossFit as a pathway to being better and smashing life!
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - Smash Life - MENTAL TOUGHNESS - Hard Work
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ENGINE
Running into your Mikkos Cals from last week for Erg intervals into Running.
GYMNASTICS
This week we continue to focus on Toes to Bar utilising other skill work/progressions for the movement before we shift our focus to Handstand hold/walk work!
HYROX
Hyrox Specific Strength work into running into a sled and farmers carry workout.
MOBILITY
There is no mobility this week. It will resume on Saturday, 25th of January.
PURE STRENGTH
On Monday in Pure Strength, we are hitting some banded bench presses and progressing the loading on this and the banded row. Wednesday, we have banded back squats followed by some heavy hip thrusts.
WEIGHTLIFTING
This week in Weightlifting, we are focused on the Hang Snatch, which has some snatch balance, a Heavy Snatch complex, and some Pulls.
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Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/oomJAa31vKy3hQNG6
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Monday
Time: 5:59am and 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Mobility and Tempo
AM Session:
We will start the session with a 20 mins recovery run, then head into out mobility.
We will be doing this session outside, so please dress in warm clothing. We will provide yoga mats, but feel free to bring your own.
PM Session: This evening we will have our Tempo Run, which will be 6 mins at 7/10 and 3 mins recovery.
x4. Aim to keep a 7/10 effort on each block of work.
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/oomJAa31vKy3hQNG6
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Session: Track Tuesday
This is your chance to run fast with the wider IFE community and coaches. The session today will be 2km at 10km pace into 400m repeats at 3km pace.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Intervals
If you didn't run track, today we have some speed work for you. The session is 1km repeats, each with a 2 mins rest. Keep the effort about 8/10 on the km runs.
Friday
Brief time: 5:54am
Start Time: 5:59am
Location: Common Grounds
Session: The Coffee Run
This week we will be holding the tempo pace (7/10) for 5 mins, each with a 1 min rest. Repeat the sequce 7x before coffees at 7am as a community.
Sunday
Time: 06:00
Session: Dirtopia
Location: The Sevens, check WA for exact Location:
From 6am - midday clients and coaches will be running Dirtopia. Come along and support if you are not running.
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We start the week with hinge endurance and a spicy partner, AMRAP, with Deadlift ski and wall walks. On Tuesday, we have some gymnastics and interval work. Wednesday, we are working on our overhead strength with the push press and push jerk, followed by a fast workout and the second week of our assault bike work progression. Thursday, we are snatching in the strength piece and then a For Time workout to get after. We finish the week with a double workout for Friday therapy.
Monday:
Strength:
Barbell Good Mornings into Banded Good Mornings
Conditioning:
AMRAP 20 Partner Workout
15/12 cal Ski
8 DL (120/80)
3 wall walks
Tuesday:
Strength:
A) Kipping Pull Ups + Ring Rows
B) Wall Balls + Goblet Wall Sit
Conditioning:
In a 3 Minute window
30/24 Cal Row
10 burpee over the rower
AMRAP in the remaining time Box Jump steps down
rest 2 mins
x 4
Wednesday:
Strength:
Push Press + Push Jerk
Conditioning:
30-20-10
Alt Db Reverse lunge (2 x 50/35)
DB STOH
AB Mat sit-ups
Thursday:
Strength:
A) Snatch Complex Power Snatch + Hang Power Snatch + OHS
Conditioning:
5 rounds for time
12 Power Snatch (40/30)
12 Push-ups
30 Air squats
Friday:
Some 5-minute intervals to finish off the week. Will you be able to hold the pace? Have your running shoes, your lung,s and your gymnastic game ready!
CrossFit isn't just about lifting weights or completing a set number of reps; it's a comprehensive approach to fitness and looking after your overall health and wellbeing. From transforming body composition to cultivating a resilient mindset and pushing beyond comfort zones, CrossFit-style workouts offer you a way to improve yourself on so many levels.
I’ve been doing CrossFit for over 13 years and have experienced just about everything this sport has to offer. If you’ve never tried it before, here are the three biggest benefits you’ll get from taking part in CrossFit workouts!
Top 3 Benefits of CrossFit Workouts
#1 – Improved Body Composition
CrossFit-style workouts incorporate a combination of high-intensity training, strength training, and functional movements which can all lead to improved body composition.
These styles of workouts are particularly effective for burning calories and increasing metabolic rate both during and after exercise, which can contribute to fat loss and muscle gain. Additionally, the strength training aspect helps build lean muscle mass, which not only enhances metabolic rate but also helps you look good naked.
#2 – Develop an Unbreakable Mindset
I love this aspect of a lot of the CrossFit workouts I have done over the years. They often involve challenging and varied exercises that push your limits, both physically and mentally. This constant exposure to discomfort and overcoming obstacles helps develop mental toughness, resilience, and a growth mindset.
From personal experience and also coaching others, people learn to embrace challenges, push through perceived limitations, and adopt a positive attitude towards setbacks and failures. This mindset can extend beyond the gym, it empowers people to approach life's challenges with confidence and determination.
#3 – Push Outside Your Comfort Zones
Generally speaking, CrossFit workouts are designed to constantly challenge you and will push you outside your comfort zones. Whether it's attempting a heavier lift, mastering a new skill, or completing a challenging workout, CrossFit encourages everyone to push beyond what they thought was possible.
By consistently pushing boundaries and stepping outside comfort zones, you not only experience physical growth but also build confidence, self-reliance, and a sense of accomplishment. This willingness to embrace discomfort and take on new challenges fosters personal growth and development, in every aspect of your life.
Final Thoughts
Over the course of my career in the fitness industry, CrossFit has always stood out for its ability to make people better – both physically and mentally. Through a combination of intense workouts, mental challenges, and a culture of pushing boundaries, CrossFit enthusiasts not only build strength and endurance but also develop resilience, confidence, and a growth mindset.
Whether you're striving for a leaner physique, a sharper mindset, or simply aiming to crush life's challenges with gusto, consider embracing the principles of CrossFit as a pathway to being better and smashing life!
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - Smash Life - MENTAL TOUGHNESS - Hard Work
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/oomJAa31vKy3hQNG6
Monday
Time: 5:59am and 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Mobility and Tempo
AM Session:
We will start the session with a 20 mins recovery run, then head into out mobility.
We will be doing this session outside, so please dress in warm clothing. We will provide yoga mats, but feel free to bring your own.
PM Session: This evening we will have our Tempo Run, which will be 6 mins at 7/10 and 3 mins recovery.
x4. Aim to keep a 7/10 effort on each block of work.
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/oomJAa31vKy3hQNG6
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Session: Track Tuesday
This is your chance to run fast with the wider IFE community and coaches. The session today will be 2km at 10km pace into 400m repeats at 3km pace.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Intervals
If you didn't run track, today we have some speed work for you. The session is 1km repeats, each with a 2 mins rest. Keep the effort about 8/10 on the km runs.
Friday
Brief time: 5:54am
Start Time: 5:59am
Location: Common Grounds
Session: The Coffee Run
This week we will be holding the tempo pace (7/10) for 5 mins, each with a 1 min rest. Repeat the sequce 7x before coffees at 7am as a community.
Sunday
Time: 06:00
Session: Dirtopia
Location: The Sevens, check WA for exact Location:
From 6am - midday clients and coaches will be running Dirtopia. Come along and support if you are not running.
We start the week with hinge endurance and a spicy partner, AMRAP, with Deadlift ski and wall walks. On Tuesday, we have some gymnastics and interval work. Wednesday, we are working on our overhead strength with the push press and push jerk, followed by a fast workout and the second week of our assault bike work progression. Thursday, we are snatching in the strength piece and then a For Time workout to get after. We finish the week with a double workout for Friday therapy.
Monday:
Strength:
Barbell Good Mornings into Banded Good Mornings
Conditioning:
AMRAP 20 Partner Workout
15/12 cal Ski
8 DL (120/80)
3 wall walks
Tuesday:
Strength:
A) Kipping Pull Ups + Ring Rows
B) Wall Balls + Goblet Wall Sit
Conditioning:
In a 3 Minute window
30/24 Cal Row
10 burpee over the rower
AMRAP in the remaining time Box Jump steps down
rest 2 mins
x 4
Wednesday:
Strength:
Push Press + Push Jerk
Conditioning:
30-20-10
Alt Db Reverse lunge (2 x 50/35)
DB STOH
AB Mat sit-ups
Thursday:
Strength:
A) Snatch Complex Power Snatch + Hang Power Snatch + OHS
Conditioning:
5 rounds for time
12 Power Snatch (40/30)
12 Push-ups
30 Air squats
Friday:
Some 5-minute intervals to finish off the week. Will you be able to hold the pace? Have your running shoes, your lung,s and your gymnastic game ready!
ENGINE
Running into your Mikkos Cals from last week for Erg intervals into Running.
GYMNASTICS
This week we continue to focus on Toes to Bar utilising other skill work/progressions for the movement before we shift our focus to Handstand hold/walk work!
HYROX
Hyrox Specific Strength work into running into a sled and farmers carry workout.
MOBILITY
There is no mobility this week. It will resume on Saturday, 25th of January.
PURE STRENGTH
On Monday in Pure Strength, we are hitting some banded bench presses and progressing the loading on this and the banded row. Wednesday, we have banded back squats followed by some heavy hip thrusts.
WEIGHTLIFTING
This week in Weightlifting, we are focused on the Hang Snatch, which has some snatch balance, a Heavy Snatch complex, and some Pulls.
CrossFit isn't just about lifting weights or completing a set number of reps; it's a comprehensive approach to fitness and looking after your overall health and wellbeing. From transforming body composition to cultivating a resilient mindset and pushing beyond comfort zones, CrossFit-style workouts offer you a way to improve yourself on so many levels.
I’ve been doing CrossFit for over 13 years and have experienced just about everything this sport has to offer. If you’ve never tried it before, here are the three biggest benefits you’ll get from taking part in CrossFit workouts!
Top 3 Benefits of CrossFit Workouts
#1 – Improved Body Composition
CrossFit-style workouts incorporate a combination of high-intensity training, strength training, and functional movements which can all lead to improved body composition.
These styles of workouts are particularly effective for burning calories and increasing metabolic rate both during and after exercise, which can contribute to fat loss and muscle gain. Additionally, the strength training aspect helps build lean muscle mass, which not only enhances metabolic rate but also helps you look good naked.
#2 – Develop an Unbreakable Mindset
I love this aspect of a lot of the CrossFit workouts I have done over the years. They often involve challenging and varied exercises that push your limits, both physically and mentally. This constant exposure to discomfort and overcoming obstacles helps develop mental toughness, resilience, and a growth mindset.
From personal experience and also coaching others, people learn to embrace challenges, push through perceived limitations, and adopt a positive attitude towards setbacks and failures. This mindset can extend beyond the gym, it empowers people to approach life's challenges with confidence and determination.
#3 – Push Outside Your Comfort Zones
Generally speaking, CrossFit workouts are designed to constantly challenge you and will push you outside your comfort zones. Whether it's attempting a heavier lift, mastering a new skill, or completing a challenging workout, CrossFit encourages everyone to push beyond what they thought was possible.
By consistently pushing boundaries and stepping outside comfort zones, you not only experience physical growth but also build confidence, self-reliance, and a sense of accomplishment. This willingness to embrace discomfort and take on new challenges fosters personal growth and development, in every aspect of your life.
Final Thoughts
Over the course of my career in the fitness industry, CrossFit has always stood out for its ability to make people better – both physically and mentally. Through a combination of intense workouts, mental challenges, and a culture of pushing boundaries, CrossFit enthusiasts not only build strength and endurance but also develop resilience, confidence, and a growth mindset.
Whether you're striving for a leaner physique, a sharper mindset, or simply aiming to crush life's challenges with gusto, consider embracing the principles of CrossFit as a pathway to being better and smashing life!
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - Smash Life - MENTAL TOUGHNESS - Hard Work
Monday
Time: 5:59am and 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Mobility and Tempo
AM Session:
We will start the session with a 20 mins recovery run, then head into out mobility.
We will be doing this session outside, so please dress in warm clothing. We will provide yoga mats, but feel free to bring your own.
PM Session: This evening we will have our Tempo Run, which will be 6 mins at 7/10 and 3 mins recovery.
x4. Aim to keep a 7/10 effort on each block of work.
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/oomJAa31vKy3hQNG6
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Session: Track Tuesday
This is your chance to run fast with the wider IFE community and coaches. The session today will be 2km at 10km pace into 400m repeats at 3km pace.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Intervals
If you didn't run track, today we have some speed work for you. The session is 1km repeats, each with a 2 mins rest. Keep the effort about 8/10 on the km runs.
Friday
Brief time: 5:54am
Start Time: 5:59am
Location: Common Grounds
Session: The Coffee Run
This week we will be holding the tempo pace (7/10) for 5 mins, each with a 1 min rest. Repeat the sequce 7x before coffees at 7am as a community.
Sunday
Time: 06:00
Session: Dirtopia
Location: The Sevens, check WA for exact Location:
From 6am - midday clients and coaches will be running Dirtopia. Come along and support if you are not running.
We start the week with hinge endurance and a spicy partner, AMRAP, with Deadlift ski and wall walks. On Tuesday, we have some gymnastics and interval work. Wednesday, we are working on our overhead strength with the push press and push jerk, followed by a fast workout and the second week of our assault bike work progression. Thursday, we are snatching in the strength piece and then a For Time workout to get after. We finish the week with a double workout for Friday therapy.
Monday:
Strength:
Barbell Good Mornings into Banded Good Mornings
Conditioning:
AMRAP 20 Partner Workout
15/12 cal Ski
8 DL (120/80)
3 wall walks
Tuesday:
Strength:
A) Kipping Pull Ups + Ring Rows
B) Wall Balls + Goblet Wall Sit
Conditioning:
In a 3 Minute window
30/24 Cal Row
10 burpee over the rower
AMRAP in the remaining time Box Jump steps down
rest 2 mins
x 4
Wednesday:
Strength:
Push Press + Push Jerk
Conditioning:
30-20-10
Alt Db Reverse lunge (2 x 50/35)
DB STOH
AB Mat sit-ups
Thursday:
Strength:
A) Snatch Complex Power Snatch + Hang Power Snatch + OHS
Conditioning:
5 rounds for time
12 Power Snatch (40/30)
12 Push-ups
30 Air squats
Friday:
Some 5-minute intervals to finish off the week. Will you be able to hold the pace? Have your running shoes, your lung,s and your gymnastic game ready!
ENGINE
Running into your Mikkos Cals from last week for Erg intervals into Running.
GYMNASTICS
This week we continue to focus on Toes to Bar utilising other skill work/progressions for the movement before we shift our focus to Handstand hold/walk work!
HYROX
Hyrox Specific Strength work into running into a sled and farmers carry workout.
MOBILITY
There is no mobility this week. It will resume on Saturday, 25th of January.
PURE STRENGTH
On Monday in Pure Strength, we are hitting some banded bench presses and progressing the loading on this and the banded row. Wednesday, we have banded back squats followed by some heavy hip thrusts.
WEIGHTLIFTING
This week in Weightlifting, we are focused on the Hang Snatch, which has some snatch balance, a Heavy Snatch complex, and some Pulls.
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/oomJAa31vKy3hQNG6
CrossFit isn't just about lifting weights or completing a set number of reps; it's a comprehensive approach to fitness and looking after your overall health and wellbeing. From transforming body composition to cultivating a resilient mindset and pushing beyond comfort zones, CrossFit-style workouts offer you a way to improve yourself on so many levels.
I’ve been doing CrossFit for over 13 years and have experienced just about everything this sport has to offer. If you’ve never tried it before, here are the three biggest benefits you’ll get from taking part in CrossFit workouts!
Top 3 Benefits of CrossFit Workouts
#1 – Improved Body Composition
CrossFit-style workouts incorporate a combination of high-intensity training, strength training, and functional movements which can all lead to improved body composition.
These styles of workouts are particularly effective for burning calories and increasing metabolic rate both during and after exercise, which can contribute to fat loss and muscle gain. Additionally, the strength training aspect helps build lean muscle mass, which not only enhances metabolic rate but also helps you look good naked.
#2 – Develop an Unbreakable Mindset
I love this aspect of a lot of the CrossFit workouts I have done over the years. They often involve challenging and varied exercises that push your limits, both physically and mentally. This constant exposure to discomfort and overcoming obstacles helps develop mental toughness, resilience, and a growth mindset.
From personal experience and also coaching others, people learn to embrace challenges, push through perceived limitations, and adopt a positive attitude towards setbacks and failures. This mindset can extend beyond the gym, it empowers people to approach life's challenges with confidence and determination.
#3 – Push Outside Your Comfort Zones
Generally speaking, CrossFit workouts are designed to constantly challenge you and will push you outside your comfort zones. Whether it's attempting a heavier lift, mastering a new skill, or completing a challenging workout, CrossFit encourages everyone to push beyond what they thought was possible.
By consistently pushing boundaries and stepping outside comfort zones, you not only experience physical growth but also build confidence, self-reliance, and a sense of accomplishment. This willingness to embrace discomfort and take on new challenges fosters personal growth and development, in every aspect of your life.
Final Thoughts
Over the course of my career in the fitness industry, CrossFit has always stood out for its ability to make people better – both physically and mentally. Through a combination of intense workouts, mental challenges, and a culture of pushing boundaries, CrossFit enthusiasts not only build strength and endurance but also develop resilience, confidence, and a growth mindset.
Whether you're striving for a leaner physique, a sharper mindset, or simply aiming to crush life's challenges with gusto, consider embracing the principles of CrossFit as a pathway to being better and smashing life!
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - Smash Life - MENTAL TOUGHNESS - Hard Work
CrossFit isn't just about lifting weights or completing a set number of reps; it's a comprehensive approach to fitness and looking after your overall health and wellbeing. From transforming body composition to cultivating a resilient mindset and pushing beyond comfort zones, CrossFit-style workouts offer you a way to improve yourself on so many levels.
I’ve been doing CrossFit for over 13 years and have experienced just about everything this sport has to offer. If you’ve never tried it before, here are the three biggest benefits you’ll get from taking part in CrossFit workouts!
Top 3 Benefits of CrossFit Workouts
#1 – Improved Body Composition
CrossFit-style workouts incorporate a combination of high-intensity training, strength training, and functional movements which can all lead to improved body composition.
These styles of workouts are particularly effective for burning calories and increasing metabolic rate both during and after exercise, which can contribute to fat loss and muscle gain. Additionally, the strength training aspect helps build lean muscle mass, which not only enhances metabolic rate but also helps you look good naked.
#2 – Develop an Unbreakable Mindset
I love this aspect of a lot of the CrossFit workouts I have done over the years. They often involve challenging and varied exercises that push your limits, both physically and mentally. This constant exposure to discomfort and overcoming obstacles helps develop mental toughness, resilience, and a growth mindset.
From personal experience and also coaching others, people learn to embrace challenges, push through perceived limitations, and adopt a positive attitude towards setbacks and failures. This mindset can extend beyond the gym, it empowers people to approach life's challenges with confidence and determination.
#3 – Push Outside Your Comfort Zones
Generally speaking, CrossFit workouts are designed to constantly challenge you and will push you outside your comfort zones. Whether it's attempting a heavier lift, mastering a new skill, or completing a challenging workout, CrossFit encourages everyone to push beyond what they thought was possible.
By consistently pushing boundaries and stepping outside comfort zones, you not only experience physical growth but also build confidence, self-reliance, and a sense of accomplishment. This willingness to embrace discomfort and take on new challenges fosters personal growth and development, in every aspect of your life.
Final Thoughts
Over the course of my career in the fitness industry, CrossFit has always stood out for its ability to make people better – both physically and mentally. Through a combination of intense workouts, mental challenges, and a culture of pushing boundaries, CrossFit enthusiasts not only build strength and endurance but also develop resilience, confidence, and a growth mindset.
Whether you're striving for a leaner physique, a sharper mindset, or simply aiming to crush life's challenges with gusto, consider embracing the principles of CrossFit as a pathway to being better and smashing life!
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - Smash Life - MENTAL TOUGHNESS - Hard Work
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