Crossfit

Anyone have any experience with Crossfit, specifically post-op? Likes? Dislikes? Is it something you have incorporated in your exercise routine?

Maybe if I knew what a crossfit was I wouldn't be so over weight... sorry can't help hun.

Michelle

I haven't tried it but would love to. There is a CrossFit gym near my house but it is a bit pricey and only offers CrossFit workouts. They have bootcamp style classes, if I could get a decent work schedule without this crap shift work I would sign up.

It's something I would probably want to try with a fitness base having done some more genrle things to get in shape. Do you work out currently?

I manage a military fitness facility and we arenot allowed to incorporate or offer crossfit in our facilities , reasoning , CrossFit can be dangerous, especially for those who are new to fitness, lacking in coordination, or unable to handle the quick, explosive movements that make up the regimen. High-intensity workouts always come with an increased risk of injury.

In the case of CrossFit, there is also risk of a rare, but serious muscular injury called rhabdomyolysis. This is a condition in which skeletal muscles are damaged to the point of breaking down. Muscle cells can rupture, causing leakage into the blood stream. This eventually leads to kidney damage if not treated properly.

Symptoms of rhabdomyolysis vary depending on the severity of the condition, but can include weakness, soreness or swelling in the affected muscle, extreme stiffness, and abnormally dark urine. Dehydration, alcoholism, and genetic factors are common causes of rhabdomyolysis, but extreme physical exercise can also trigger the condition. You can prevent rhabdomyolysis by easing into any workout regimen, drinking plenty of water, especially during workouts, and avoiding exercise in hot, humid environments.

 

My brother in law does it.  It is extreme fitness/weights, he says "it kills me".  He is only happy with his workout if he vomits/can't move/can't think after.  I'm not there yet. 

There was an article in the Star a few weeks back by an older woman columnist who is doing it.

I'm sure you could observe at no cost and participate at any fitness level but at your own pace and listening to your body of course.  Not sure its a starter sport though.

:)

I contacted a local centre and it is super expensive. They do have lots of experience with complete newbies. I'm not doing much right now other than walking, going to start yoga and weights, so looking for options for the future.

I have not done crossfit myself but I know a number of people who swear by it. it is a very tough workout and works out your entire body.

 

i know personally i am not ready for that intense of a workout but if you feel you are then go for it! when i have lost more and am able i want to look at it for myself.

please tell us how you like it!