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Haven’t seen a thread for this before. And it is a competition sport now so would be interested to see if we have any participants/competitors on here.
I’ve not long started and enjoy it partly because the session times suit me and it gives quite a range of workout in one go.
Had a PT session on the Olympic lifts to get some technique on board, and wasn’t to bad according to the coach so that was a relief.
Anyone offer some advice on some Olympic lift training plans 2/3 times a week? It’s prob the part of the training that I lack most as I’m around 72Kg and never really done much weight training
I’ve not long started and enjoy it partly because the session times suit me and it gives quite a range of workout in one go.
Had a PT session on the Olympic lifts to get some technique on board, and wasn’t to bad according to the coach so that was a relief.
Anyone offer some advice on some Olympic lift training plans 2/3 times a week? It’s prob the part of the training that I lack most as I’m around 72Kg and never really done much weight training
NuckyThompson said:
Haven’t seen a thread for this before. And it is a competition sport now so would be interested to see if we have any participants/competitors on here.
I’ve not long started and enjoy it partly because the session times suit me and it gives quite a range of workout in one go.
Had a PT session on the Olympic lifts to get some technique on board, and wasn’t to bad according to the coach so that was a relief.
Anyone offer some advice on some Olympic lift training plans 2/3 times a week? It’s prob the part of the training that I lack most as I’m around 72Kg and never really done much weight training
Not done Crossfit before, but are you looking to do 2-3 sessions a week on Olympic lifts plus your Crossfit sessions? I’ve not long started and enjoy it partly because the session times suit me and it gives quite a range of workout in one go.
Had a PT session on the Olympic lifts to get some technique on board, and wasn’t to bad according to the coach so that was a relief.
Anyone offer some advice on some Olympic lift training plans 2/3 times a week? It’s prob the part of the training that I lack most as I’m around 72Kg and never really done much weight training
Arent the lifts included as part of your Crossfit sessions, so perhaps more dedicated sessions to work on technique?
Yeah some sessions incorporate Olympic lifts and there are specific Olympic life sessions. I tend to go to the very early classes though which are more cardio based.
Il prob be trying to do 2 or 3 sessions on the Olympic lifting a week if time allows. I am looking forward to gaining new PBS though
Il prob be trying to do 2 or 3 sessions on the Olympic lifting a week if time allows. I am looking forward to gaining new PBS though
What's the difference between Cross fit and Bootcamp style workouts, just Googling Cross fit as I didn't really know what it was actually about and it seems very similar to what I do 2-3 times a week outside for an hour, in large groups; high intensity exercising for short periods doing many different types of exercises, some bodyweight, some with equipment, with the odd short run thrown in?
CrossFit is like you say really: a bit like “bootcamp” style workouts but with weights for some exercises.
Without meaning to stir things up, CrossFit comes in for a lot of criticism for the way people do the lifts and pull-ups. Basically the format of doing everything against the clock means that peoples lifting and pull up form can be appalling.
If the op likes it then fair enough, but for real/proper olympic lifting you will be much better served elsewhere.
Without meaning to stir things up, CrossFit comes in for a lot of criticism for the way people do the lifts and pull-ups. Basically the format of doing everything against the clock means that peoples lifting and pull up form can be appalling.
If the op likes it then fair enough, but for real/proper olympic lifting you will be much better served elsewhere.
If you want to do the Olympic lifts properly you’ll need an actual weightlifting gym, with weightlifters.
Take lessons/seminars from these people who have competed and practice as many times as you can a week.
5 times if you can and you will get better much quicker, and your form will be better than your typical crossfitter who’s done the sport for years and still can’t snatch over 60kg.
Once you have a good form, you’ll be lifting heavier weights safely and realise how much more fun and better it is than crossfit.
A typical CrossFit class isn’t gonna cut it as in busy classes against the clock the coaches are unable to watch everyone’s technique properly, and even if they do spot s
t form which they will, really It’s everywhere.
They don’t have the time to correct everyone’s.. they would need months
Also in crossfit snatching clean and jerking light/moderate weight 100 times (what the fk is randy) is pointless and can be dangerous… I said it.
Weightlifting is about lifting safely in your time and not when your tired. stty form will be corrected. which is also better.
The other thing there are plenty or crossfit level1/2 coaches who couldn’t snatch and clean jerk if their life depended on it.
Cf level 1 coach can be done in a weekend if I recall.
If your CrossFit “box” has actual weightlifters who can do the lessons and they plan the workouts correctly, it can be okay, I mean still not as good as actually weightlifting but sure.
If you research who does the classes and they have competed you could be okay in crossfit.
But you’ll be better weightlifting where you can also eat haribo during your work out between sets.
Another bit of advice is Simply have a look around, if everyone is injured, wearing knee sleeves elbow sleeves during warm up wrist support ect obviously something isn’t right..
Also if some one tells you the crossfit is clean, it’s not.
Have fun if your in Wales there’s plentyof good weightlifting gyms
Incoming hate
Take lessons/seminars from these people who have competed and practice as many times as you can a week.
5 times if you can and you will get better much quicker, and your form will be better than your typical crossfitter who’s done the sport for years and still can’t snatch over 60kg.
Once you have a good form, you’ll be lifting heavier weights safely and realise how much more fun and better it is than crossfit.
A typical CrossFit class isn’t gonna cut it as in busy classes against the clock the coaches are unable to watch everyone’s technique properly, and even if they do spot s
t form which they will, really It’s everywhere. They don’t have the time to correct everyone’s.. they would need months
Also in crossfit snatching clean and jerking light/moderate weight 100 times (what the f
k is randy) is pointless and can be dangerous… I said it. Weightlifting is about lifting safely in your time and not when your tired. s
tty form will be corrected. which is also better. The other thing there are plenty or crossfit level1/2 coaches who couldn’t snatch and clean jerk if their life depended on it.
Cf level 1 coach can be done in a weekend if I recall.
If your CrossFit “box” has actual weightlifters who can do the lessons and they plan the workouts correctly, it can be okay, I mean still not as good as actually weightlifting but sure.
If you research who does the classes and they have competed you could be okay in crossfit.
But you’ll be better weightlifting where you can also eat haribo during your work out between sets.
Another bit of advice is Simply have a look around, if everyone is injured, wearing knee sleeves elbow sleeves during warm up wrist support ect obviously something isn’t right..
Also if some one tells you the crossfit is clean, it’s not.
Have fun if your in Wales there’s plentyof good weightlifting gyms
Incoming hate
Yeah to be fair the main coach I’ve trained there with used to do Olympic lifting competitively and that’s who I’ve had the one to one session with. She did comment that I seemed more interested in doing the lifts right rather than lifting big weights wrong.
I’m looking at getting a rack for the home gym so I can practice being clean with my lifts. I’d rather lift properly even during the time restrictions of CrossFit and make up the difference best I can on cardio aspects. From the sessions I’ve done where there are weight lifts involved they’ve all been at the start of the session and more about reps than time so you aren’t rushing lifts nor doing them tired.
I’m aware there’s a stigma attached to CrossFit, but I like the competitive side of it without the pressure as more often than not your really just competing against yourself and chasing PBS which they do put an emphasis on at my gym. There’s a lot of happy in shape people there so I wouldn’t discourage anyone from doing it.
Is there anyone in here who’s done competitions?
I’m looking at getting a rack for the home gym so I can practice being clean with my lifts. I’d rather lift properly even during the time restrictions of CrossFit and make up the difference best I can on cardio aspects. From the sessions I’ve done where there are weight lifts involved they’ve all been at the start of the session and more about reps than time so you aren’t rushing lifts nor doing them tired.
I’m aware there’s a stigma attached to CrossFit, but I like the competitive side of it without the pressure as more often than not your really just competing against yourself and chasing PBS which they do put an emphasis on at my gym. There’s a lot of happy in shape people there so I wouldn’t discourage anyone from doing it.
Is there anyone in here who’s done competitions?
I've been Crossfitting for 6 years now. Have done multiple Crossfit Opens, online qualifiers and made it to the competition floor once.
As with everything you have good Crossfit Gyms and bad, I have had the pleasure of visiting a few in other countries and the quality varies.
Crossfit is easy for people to hate, look down upon the training methodology, detest kipping pullups/chest to bars and that is fine. That is up to them, but for me the training and community is brilliant. I have never been fitter and could never go back to a regular gym.
I've just hit 35 and now in the "masters" divisions, so I would like to push forward and see how far I can push myself.
As with everything you have good Crossfit Gyms and bad, I have had the pleasure of visiting a few in other countries and the quality varies.
Crossfit is easy for people to hate, look down upon the training methodology, detest kipping pullups/chest to bars and that is fine. That is up to them, but for me the training and community is brilliant. I have never been fitter and could never go back to a regular gym.
I've just hit 35 and now in the "masters" divisions, so I would like to push forward and see how far I can push myself.
Bumping this thread as cannot see that Crossfit has had much discussion on PH for several years.
I've been going to a Crossfit gym for about 5 years now (initially as needed a gym closer to home during COVID times). I was pretty cynical about it initially, but after a short period of time really started to enjoy it.
While I still feel very much a beginner in many ways, I've learned a lot of new skills, hugely improved my fitness and met/trained with a lot of fantastic people. As with any training working on your form is key. Lifting heavy with bad technique is a fast track to injuries, but the coaches at my gym really encourage learning good form before adding weight. As the workouts are so varied it also keeps the interest up, for me at least.
Interested to know if there are many other Crossfitters out there (and is anyone else doing the Open?)
I've been going to a Crossfit gym for about 5 years now (initially as needed a gym closer to home during COVID times). I was pretty cynical about it initially, but after a short period of time really started to enjoy it.
While I still feel very much a beginner in many ways, I've learned a lot of new skills, hugely improved my fitness and met/trained with a lot of fantastic people. As with any training working on your form is key. Lifting heavy with bad technique is a fast track to injuries, but the coaches at my gym really encourage learning good form before adding weight. As the workouts are so varied it also keeps the interest up, for me at least.
Interested to know if there are many other Crossfitters out there (and is anyone else doing the Open?)
now I am getting older injuries are definitely taking waaaaay longer to heal.CaptainSensib1e said:
Bumping this thread as cannot see that Crossfit has had much discussion on PH for several years.
I've been going to a Crossfit gym for about 5 years now (initially as needed a gym closer to home during COVID times). I was pretty cynical about it initially, but after a short period of time really started to enjoy it.
While I still feel very much a beginner in many ways, I've learned a lot of new skills, hugely improved my fitness and met/trained with a lot of fantastic people. As with any training working on your form is key. Lifting heavy with bad technique is a fast track to injuries, but the coaches at my gym really encourage learning good form before adding weight. As the workouts are so varied it also keeps the interest up, for me at least.
Interested to know if there are many other Crossfitters out there (and is anyone else doing the Open?)
Never been a fan of crossfit, but have been getting more involved in Hyrox type exercises. The gym I go to, has an athlete hour on a wednesday and we go a lot of Hyrox type sessions. A few people that i go with attend the Hyrox events around the country and really love it. I've been going to a Crossfit gym for about 5 years now (initially as needed a gym closer to home during COVID times). I was pretty cynical about it initially, but after a short period of time really started to enjoy it.
While I still feel very much a beginner in many ways, I've learned a lot of new skills, hugely improved my fitness and met/trained with a lot of fantastic people. As with any training working on your form is key. Lifting heavy with bad technique is a fast track to injuries, but the coaches at my gym really encourage learning good form before adding weight. As the workouts are so varied it also keeps the interest up, for me at least.
Interested to know if there are many other Crossfitters out there (and is anyone else doing the Open?)
I did a Hyrox event in January and enjoyed it, although to be honest I enjoy Crossfit more.
I didn't train specifically for the Hyrox and finished in a time of 1.15 (men's doubles, 45-49 age category) which I was relatively pleased with. With Hyrox, it's not that technical and really about your fitness if you want to improve. Whereas there's a lot more skills based movements in Crossfit, which for me keeps it more interesting.
I would like to do another Hyrox, and put a few months of dedicated training in, just to see how quick I could get around though.
I didn't train specifically for the Hyrox and finished in a time of 1.15 (men's doubles, 45-49 age category) which I was relatively pleased with. With Hyrox, it's not that technical and really about your fitness if you want to improve. Whereas there's a lot more skills based movements in Crossfit, which for me keeps it more interesting.
I would like to do another Hyrox, and put a few months of dedicated training in, just to see how quick I could get around though.
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