So who here does Crossfit? (please no Crossfit haters... it's played out)

[ZERO THEORY]

Thanks for the link. Been a member over there for a little over a decade now but rarely used it even back when I was lifting. Not really my crowd to put it lightly. I'll take a look at that thread though as I know there is some good information there it's just wading through all the BS to find it that I gave up on.

Dude...the dickheadery there (bb.com) is unbelievable. It's unfortunate because there are quite a few knowledgeable members there.

There are some really knowledgable people over there, including Will who regularly posts on M4C's fitness boards. Lots of athletes, coaches, Oly lifters, power lifters, etc. Unfortunately, the Bodybuilding name attracts a lot of the dudebromans who just want to look like Johnny Bravo. But with some search function prowess, you can find a plethora of info on endurance and sport-based Strength & Conditioning while avoiding the broscience.

[hurley842002]

There are some really knowledgable people over there, including Will who regularly posts on M4C's fitness boards. Lots of athletes, coaches, Oly lifters, power lifters, etc. Unfortunately, the Bodybuilding name attracts a lot of the dudebromans who just want to look like Johnny Bravo. But with some search function prowess, you can find a plethora of info on endurance and sport-based Strength & Conditioning while avoiding the broscience.

Never get tired of reading Will's posts, he is a huge wealth of knowledge. Sometimes that's the only reason I go over to M4C.

[Jer]

There are some really knowledgable people over there, including Will who regularly posts on M4C's fitness boards. Lots of athletes, coaches, Oly lifters, power lifters, etc. Unfortunately, the Bodybuilding name attracts a lot of the dudebromans who just want to look like Johnny Bravo. But with some search function prowess, you can find a plethora of info on endurance and sport-based Strength & Conditioning while avoiding the broscience.

Yep, don't care. The internet is a big place and when the douche quotient exceeds a certain amount it's not even worth trying to wade through the sewage to try to find a gem. BB.com has exceeded that hundreds of times over. I can find plenty of decent information w/o needing to go to that site so that's what I do. Sad that site staff doesn't even care about the piss poor attitude present there and some seem to actually encourage it. The funny part is that BB.com is a microcosm of gym mentality and part of why I couldn't bring myself to get back into lifting again when I wanted to get back into shape. They knock Crossfit but the bottom line is the attitude & culture is substantially better in the Crossfit gyms I've been to. There's a reason that traditional gyms are a dying business venture and it's generally the attitude of it's members. When a guy like me who was a meat-head by nature refuses to go back to that life chooses Crossfit it's a sign that something ain't working and IMO BB.com embodies everything that's wrong with Body Building. Sure there are a few good apples who know their shit but it's just not worth it IMO.

[T-Giv]

I just worked out at Progressive Crossfit this morning in the Springs. They had my spousal unit and I run through a warm-up, a baseline evaluation, and then a traditional workout that they were doing that day. It was a gasser to say the least. The gym had a good vibe and people were very nice and accommodating of the noobs. My wife really liked it and has a crush on our coach for the day. Might have to keep an eye on her working there on her own! All and all I was impressed and they offer 3 free workouts there so we will be giving those a shot and looking into other area gyms.

[ZERO THEORY]

Yep, don't care. The internet is a big place and when the douche quotient exceeds a certain amount it's not even worth trying to wade through the sewage to try to find a gem. BB.com has exceeded that hundreds of times over. I can find plenty of decent information w/o needing to go to that site so that's what I do. Sad that site staff doesn't even care about the piss poor attitude present there and some seem to actually encourage it. The funny part is that BB.com is a microcosm of gym mentality and part of why I couldn't bring myself to get back into lifting again when I wanted to get back into shape. They knock Crossfit but the bottom line is the attitude & culture is substantially better in the Crossfit gyms I've been to. There's a reason that traditional gyms are a dying business venture and it's generally the attitude of it's members. When a guy like me who was a meat-head by nature refuses to go back to that life chooses Crossfit it's a sign that something ain't working and IMO BB.com embodies everything that's wrong with Body Building. Sure there are a few good apples who know their shit but it's just not worth it IMO.

Well bodybuilding=/=lifting, and lifting in a gym does not automatically denote trying to get comically large or get beach muscles. But I see your point about the BB.com site. I like the sense of community, and everyone is always friendly at Crossfit gyms. I was using a Crossfit facility for a while since it was the only place on the way to work with platforms and Oly bars, and people were always smiling and saying hello which you won't get from the 18 year old bros at 24 Hour Fitness.

My only real gripe with Crossfitters as people is that a month in, they often perceive themselves as fitness experts and have to take to social media to brag about how "my workout is their warmup" (LOL), what the WOD was, and memes about Paleo. This is as obnoxious as the equally large portion of commercial gym goers who want to spit out broscience, take 16 supps, and flex in the mirror after each set.

[tmleadr03]

Well bodybuilding=/=lifting, and lifting in a gym does not automatically denote trying to get comically large or get beach muscles. But I see your point about the BB.com site. I like the sense of community, and everyone is always friendly at Crossfit gyms. I was using a Crossfit facility for a while since it was the only place on the way to work with platforms and Oly bars, and people were always smiling and saying hello which you won't get from the 18 year old bros at 24 Hour Fitness.

My only real gripe with Crossfitters as people is that a month in, they often perceive themselves as fitness experts and have to take to social media to brag about how "my workout is their warmup" (LOL), what the WOD was, and memes about Paleo. This is as obnoxious as the equally large portion of commercial gym goers who want to spit out broscience, take 16 supps, and flex in the mirror after each set.

I just lift things up and put them down.

[osok-308]

I've recently started doing crossfit workouts. Good stuff. I don't think it's the be all and end all of workouts, but i have increased my stamina and lost some weight. I don't know if it's the best for just gaining raw strength. But it's a good solid workout.

[ray1970]

So, what exactly is "cross fit" anyways? I have a former coworker who is really into it. He even does competitions of some sort and does quite well from what I gather.

I'm sure if it involves cardio or lifting anything heavy it isn't for me.

I'm just curious mostly.

[tmleadr03]

So, what exactly is "cross fit" anyways? I have a former coworker who is really into it. He even does competitions of some sort and does quite well from what I gather.

I'm sure if it involves cardio or lifting anything heavy it isn't for me.

I'm just curious mostly.

As far as I can tell it involves lots of women in underwear working out.


But that is all that google is showing.

[ray1970]

As far as I can tell it involves lots of women in underwear working out.

Well, it can't be that difficult then. I mean if women can do it.