Rocks and Kegs
7/23/10
Forbes Magazine recognizing the growth of CrossFit
What do you guys think of CrossFit becoming more commercialized? A good thing or a bad thing? Post your thoughts to the comments section.
Part A: Box Squat
10×2 @ 60% 1RM
Part B: Speed Deadlifts
10×2 @ 60% 1RM
Part C:
5 x Timed Sled Sprints w/ 130# 105 #
Part D:
10 Ground to Should w/ stone or keg
30 Burpees
July 23rd, 2010 at 10:06 am
That was an interesting article to read and I was impressed by Riche’s overview, (but also jelous that he was at the Games). As for Crossfit becoming commercialized; I think the pros outweigh the cons.
As long as Crossfit can keep to it’s mission of integrating routines to create stronger, fitter individuals, then I think it’s all good. We’ve seen over the years just how big Crossfit has grown and how wide it’s methodology has spread, thus creating a ton of interest in a person’s health and wellness. You see that Riche notes how in awe he was at watching these seemingly “normal looking” folk accomplish mind blowing tasks in the name of competition. Just take a look at how other sports have done over the years (MMA, Triathlons) with being televised. I think the growth has skyrocketed because of it.
Right now, the only potential downside I see is perhaps the evocation of Crossfit’s use for vanity, more than fitness. I would hope that corporate sponsorship wouldn’t market Crossfit as just a program that’ll get you that beach body or rippling six pack! However; we’ve all seen and know what the overall goal of Crossfit is and hopefully, any sort of commericialization can recognize that sort of commitment and passion. We push ourselves to the max every day, increasing awareness of what we are capable of as human beings and hopefully that continues to translate positively on our community. Not sure if anyone else agrees, but I am certainly anxious to see what happens!
July 23rd, 2010 at 10:34 am
3:30 for ground to shoulder w/ 130# stone…stone felt light today. Pulled straight from the floor to shoulder, didn’t bother lapping stone.
As for the commercialization of CrossFit, I believe that CrossFit will self regulate. CrossFit is very good at weeding out assholes and people who are unmotivated. As long as there is a supportive community within CrossFit Boxes, I’m not worried. If CrossFit ever loses its sense of community, then I think we’re in trouble.
I’m excited about the future of CrossFit and where this fitness revolution and sport will take us.
July 23rd, 2010 at 10:39 am
12 second sled pull
5:02 w 130# stone
Can’t wait to read the articles about the future of crossfit.
July 23rd, 2010 at 11:14 am
5:42 w/ 95# stone
The attention CrossFit is getting is great and I think it’s definitely a sport that will self-regulate. If you don’t have the right mentality to be a part of the community you won’t stick with it. The new motto can be: CrossFit – it’s not for douche bags.
July 23rd, 2010 at 11:55 am
Yeah, I totally agree with you guys. Some will stay motivated and some will swing by and get their ass kicked by one of our wods and never come back.
July 23rd, 2010 at 1:01 pm
5:09 with the 95 lb stone. Very slow with the sled pull, but claim extra credit for 6 pulls.
I have not read the article yet, but all indications without reading seem positive and the future looks bright for Crossfit and those who participate.
Sara, you have a way with words, you go girl!
July 23rd, 2010 at 6:33 pm
2:52 w/130 stone
July 23rd, 2010 at 7:29 pm
Good point, Sara. And I want a t-shirt that says “CrossFit…it’s not for douche bags!”
July 23rd, 2010 at 8:31 pm
5:34 with 95 stone, couldn’t quite shoulder it each time. That was a tough muthaeffa!!!!
July 23rd, 2010 at 9:52 pm
~745ish with the 130# stone