I am just beginning to use this app and I do Crossfit

heatherlcrawford3
heatherlcrawford3 Posts: 2
in Fitness and Exercise
Wondering how I enter that into the exercise diary? The workouts we do everyday vary ....? Any suggestions?

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  • kdiamond
    kdiamond Posts: 3,329 Member
    I used to enter it in based on what the workout entails, but mainly I would just use "circuit training" and enter in the time of the WOD.

    You're not going to be able to accurately track it though, unless you wear an HRM, even then....just estimate.
  • running_tall
    running_tall Posts: 213 Member
    I use an HRM...and enter it manually as "CrossFit w/HRM". Probably not exact, but a decent estimate:)
  • xX_Samantha_Xx
    xX_Samantha_Xx Posts: 166 Member
    I usually track my crossfit sessions as general aerobics, or circuit training as well. Like everyone else says, you can't really track it as it's so many varied exercises. But make sure you don't overestimate what you think you're doing. I never really claim to burning over 300 or so, unless it's a REALLY tough WOD.
  • JoRocka
    JoRocka Posts: 17,525 Member
    I do calethestics- heavy jumping/pushups whatever.

    It's just easier.
  • PRMinx
    PRMinx Posts: 4,585 Member
    I was using circuit training but recently i started tracking CrossFit with an HRM. I start it at warmup and keep it going for the whole hour. It's been hovering between 325 and 350. I'm a 31F, 5'5 and 138 pounds.
  • xX_Samantha_Xx
    xX_Samantha_Xx Posts: 166 Member
    I was using circuit training but recently i started tracking CrossFit with an HRM. I start it at warmup and keep it going for the whole hour. It's been hovering between 325 and 350. I'm a 31F, 5'5 and 138 pounds.

    Do you use a wrist HRM or an around body type? I'm wanting to get one, but figure the wrist one might be in the way at some points.
  • PRMinx
    PRMinx Posts: 4,585 Member
    I have a Garmin Forerunner 110. I set it for indoors and wear the wrist piece and the HRM chest strap, which goes around my breast plate (right under the breasts). I haven't had a problem with the wrist piece at all yet, but I did get a little concerned about the strap today (we did stones). I didn't take it off though and it turned out to be fine.
  • xX_Samantha_Xx
    xX_Samantha_Xx Posts: 166 Member
    I have a Garmin Forerunner 110. I set it for indoors and wear the wrist piece and the HRM chest strap, which goes around my breast plate (right under the breasts). I haven't had a problem with the wrist piece at all yet, but I did get a little concerned about the strap today (we did stones). I didn't take it off though and it turned out to be fine.

    Awesome, thank you. Good to know!
  • PRMinx
    PRMinx Posts: 4,585 Member
    I have a Garmin Forerunner 110. I set it for indoors and wear the wrist piece and the HRM chest strap, which goes around my breast plate (right under the breasts). I haven't had a problem with the wrist piece at all yet, but I did get a little concerned about the strap today (we did stones). I didn't take it off though and it turned out to be fine.

    Awesome, thank you. Good to know!

    Happy to help! I must say, I use the Garmin for CrossFit and running and it hasn't let me down yet. It's a cool toy.
  • heatherlcrawford3
    heatherlcrawford3 Posts: 2
    Is a HRM a heart rate monitor?
  • PRMinx
    PRMinx Posts: 4,585 Member
    Is a HRM a heart rate monitor?

    Yes. I love my Garmin, but there are tons of options out there. Since my CrossFit WODS have been extremely varied lately, it's really the only way I've been able to get an accurate read.
  • bostonwolf
    bostonwolf Posts: 3,038 Member
    I do calethestics- heavy jumping/pushups whatever.

    It's just easier.

    That's nice.

    I estimate my calories off of my running . I know and trust that RK and this site can come pretty close to an accurate number given my weight, pace and distance. Crossfit is a bit tougher than that, so I upped the calorie burn a bit and created my own category.
  • EB4life
    EB4life Posts: 39 Member
    I too use an HRM & just got an APP called SUGAR WOD, it's awesome! It allows u to log ur PR's & WOD of the day :) Sort of like MFP 4 CrossFit :) Then u to back and compare ur progress.

    By the way, I am looking for supportive CrossFit buddies. I am just getting started. Add me if interested :)

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