July 15th 2009 Workout of the Day – WoD

Satisfied Clients

I first tried a CrossFit class on a friend’s recommendation.  I had never participated in any exercise classes before so I was a little apprehensive.  I wasn’t sure if a class would provide a good workout or if the instructor would be able to provide any individual attention.  These classes sounded interesting so I decided to check it out.  I thought I was in decent shape before I went to that class.  I may have been in good shape for the types of exercises that I was doing before (lifting weights and running).  This didn’t translate into the overall fitness that CrossFit requires.  I didn’t make it to the end of that first CrossFit class, but I liked what I was able to finish.  I have continued to attend CrossFit and CrossFit fundamental classes run by Adam Morden since August 2007. 

The next workout was completely different from the first and I made it through.  Some of the workouts have introduced me to completely new exercises, but the result of the class is the same every time:  exhaustion.  I have continued to include CrossFit as part of my exercise routine.  Since every class is completely different, it makes me vary my other trips to the gym based on which parts of my body are sore following the class.  I never thought an exercise class would give such a good workout.  I also never anticipated that the person who leads the class would be able to give individual attention to help correct form and motivate in a class setting.  Adam manages to accomplish both. 

There is a great deal of variety not only in the lifts and exercises within the workouts, but also in the types of workouts.  I have learned many new exercises through CrossFit.  Adam is great at teaching the exercises to the class.  He also provides individual attention to help correct form and provide motivation. 

I would recommend adding CrossFit to your workout routine if you are interested in learning some new, fun exercises.  I suspect that your understanding of your personal fitness level will likely change after trying CrossFit classes, and soon your fitness level will change too.