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I got recommended 5/3/1 a couple of weeks ago and I just started it yesterday at the gym. I started with squats and I can feel it in my *kitten* today! I chose the tri version. So I am using crossfit as cardio 3 times a week and using 5/3/1 to gain strength and build muscle. Got to do what you love!

I have been feeling exactly the same. I don't care for the gymnastics component of crossfit...seems like a good way to hurt yourself. I nearly dislocated my shoulder falling out of a ring muscle up...never again! I love the heavy lifting and the sweaty metcons and emoms...not so much the skill work of handstand walking and…

I write on these forums sometimes if I feel I can contribute. I am Ashlee, 22 years old and I live in NSW, Australia. I have a boyfriend of 3 and a half years who doesn't understand why I love crossfit. Boring. I started getting into fitness and healthy eating after I finished school and started working in the mines. I…

I haven't lost any weight on ETP...I gained 10 kgs lmao. But I am heeeeeeeaps stronger and faster and have heaps of energy and look better. I am still scared of carbs and I feel really guilty most of the time because I think some of the foods I eat are "bad" foods. I follow my macros pretty strictly. I am doing a "cut" at…

I PR'd my clean, back squat, chest press and deadlift in a tester class today! Power clean - 62.5kgs up from 60kgs (137lbs) Back squat - 80kgs up from 70kgs (176lbs) Bench Press - 55kgs up from 45kgs (121lbs) Deadlift - 115kgs up from 110kgs (253lbs)

Totally chucked that in my slow cooker this morning. Going to have some tonight on top of brown rice with sour cream...mmmmmmmm

Hahahaha I am glad was responsible for that

Thats my fear WOD!! The first time we did it I got halfway through and started crying and had an asthma attack for the first time since I was 12!

Oh my god.....I would actually run onto the street and hope a car would hit me. I could explain the blood then. But seriously, I haven't had a period since starting crossfit (thank you contraceptive pills!) I admire the women who do crossfit AND have periods!

I go 5 times a week. Our box is closed on weekends so I make the most of week days. I do 2 a days if we have technique sessions too. When I fist started I was only doing 3 times a week. I built up to 5 because I feel capable of that now but some weeks I will get to Thursday morning and say no today I have to sit this out.…

Why do you care so much? I have only stopped twice and both times I started crying. Being out of breath and crying means instant asthma attack for me. If other people stop I don't care. It actually gives me more motivation to finish the workout. Everyone has their own limits. I bet you don't do RX every time.

My box never ever posts the workout and our coach punishes anyone who shares a workout like 50 burpees. I am glad he doesn't post it because I would probably cherry pick a bit. I just turn up and if I hate it I have to suck it up. Haha.

I am constantly covered in bruises all up my shins and thighs and shoulders. I have no idea what helps though, I like my bruises :D I'd say socks wouldn't do much but the calf sleeves might.

Totally!

Just sent you a friend request :)

Haha I think because I am bigger in general I notice my body fat percentage more then I did before but in the photo from last year I could never see abs...I have some abs now lol I agree with crossfit guys and gals being more attractive specimens in general :p totally unbiased.

I don't think crossfit is good for fat loss. There is no way you can eat at a deficit and rock up to crossfit and perform well in a workout...been there done that, I was a wreck! I actually found a photo of me from a year ago when I was doing solely bodybuilding and HIIT and I started crossfit 6 months ago and took a photo…

And Australia!

Haha I would probably buy some and never wear them too.

I can jump on the box holding someones arms. Its such a mental thing. I more then clear the box when I do jump. Shin guards could be a worthy investment.

I am doing ETP and I love it, I am gaining muscle and hitting new PRs every time.

I love/hate rowing too! I am a good runner too but I'd choose rowing over running. I hate double unders (can string together 20 now) and also box jumps. For the life of me I can't bring myself to jump onto that box!!

I'm signed up! My first opens. I don't expect to smash any records but I want to do it so I can compare myself next year!

I love my zucchini and carrot bowl with fried eggs on top! Grate a zucchini and a carrot. Cook in some coconut oil in a fry pan, add whatever spices take your fancy, put in a bowl once cooked. Cook eggs however they take your fancy and place on top! So filling and nutritious with good amount of protein and healthy fats…

Best way to do it.

Yeah! I never tried a pull up until I went to a gym and got some PT sessions, and my PT asked me if I could do them and I tried and got 3 out the first try. They come naturally to me for some reason! I am very lucky haha

My goals for 2015 are: 1- Get 50 double unders unbroken. 2- 20 kipping pull ups unbroken. 3 - Rings muscle up/bar muscle up. 4 - Get handstand kipping push ups. 5 - I want to add more weight to all my lifts. 6 - I want to get 10 strict pull ups, I find pull ups really easy but I want to keep strict in the bank.

Totally get how that would be frustrating. I would stay away from the scales for a month or so and check back in then.

If you don't have much fat to lose I think its normal to gain weight. I was 62 kgs when I started crossfit about 5 months ago and now I am close to 66kgs with heaps of muscle definition! If you are eating to support your activity you will definitely gain muscle, therefore some kgs/pounds. I hope that helps :smile:

I find protein the easiest macro to eat a lot of and I am usually over my goal and I aim for 170 grams a day. I love protein powder, eggs, steak, pork, salmon and chicken :)