Calling crossfit warriors

I’m a fully signed up cult member. I’ve done crossfit for 3.5 years now and can’t imagine not having it in my life. If you like constantly varied workouts and aren’t bothered about working towards any specific goal (ie crossfit is about being fit for life not achieving x,y,z lifts) then it could be for you. Check out a couple of boxes (crossfit gyms) see what the coaching is Like (they should be engaged with the class correcting mistakes, ensuring people aren’t lifting with bad form) the class sizes and the atmosphere. I love my box, I love the community, the programming and the coaches. But there are others out there not so fortunate.

I noticed improvements pretty quick. Some skills are harder to master and have only come in the last 12-18 months like HSPUs TTB and pull ups. I get compliments often on my body composition though and it’s improved my running capability significantly. As well as my ability to work through tough situations both in an exercise environment or at work or home.

I just finished my 9th week of CrossFit. I also do a Saturday bootcamp. One thing I noticed about 3 weeks ago was how much more endurance I have at bootcamp now. And how much more confident with the barbell I am getting. At yesterday's bootcamp we had deadlifts and I wanted way more weight than I would have before. Plus I wanted to be more challenged than the half as$ed lazy effort I have given at times.

The thing I like most about CrossFit is that your whole body gets a workout and you don't pick and choose what you work on. You walk in the door and do what is on the board. I cringe every time I have to run but it forces me to do the things I would normally avoid.

I have learned so much at CF. I love it!

As someone else mentioned, if you don't have extremely specific goals, I say go for it! I absolutely love CrossFit. I've even gotten my mom and younger brother to join, because it truly is for everyone.

I've been doing CrossFit for about nine months, and I would say I started noticing improvements in about the first 4-6 weeks. I don't always notice the day-to-day changes, but I look back at where I started and am frequently blown away with how far I've come already.

Just make sure to find a gym with coaches who pay attention to form and don't just encourage going faster when form isn't looking right. If there's an on-ramp type program, that is often a good sign. Hope you enjoy it if you check it out!

Usually most improvements in crossfit is due to your confidence & good coaching/programming. Depending on your level starting, confidence in yourself, and competent coaching, I feel most see results anywhere between 1-6 months.
I was doing crossfit for a couple years at a good gym & noticed results pretty quick. We moved & there’s only 1 CF gym here & they’re bad and I’ve actually been losing strength & skill for the pas year after coming here. Everyone raves this place is amazing (its all they’ve ever known, and it was helpful in getting them from the couch to the gym... but coming from CF to CF, it’s severely lacking) - point, so you really can’t listen to reviews. Go with your gut. And if the first place you try doesn’t do it for you, try another place. I strongly believe with good coaching & programming, CF is for absolutely everyone. (And you shouldn’t see my reversal of results ever. )

I’ve been doing Crossfit for 5 years and a coach for 3. You never get bored and you always get better. I noticed improvements in day to day life: been able to lift things easily and helping people move doesn’t get me exhausted. I also cured my PCOS with it along with following their zone/paleo diet. Not all Crossfit gyms are the same so if you don’t get a good vibe from one gym, definitely try another before giving up on it