5 Steps to start your CrossFit Journey

  1. Start Small and Gradually Increase Intensity: CrossFit Coorparoo is a great place to start your fitness journey. With expert trainers and a supportive community, you can start small and gradually increase the intensity of your workouts at your own pace.
  2. Find a Workout Buddy: At CrossFit Coorparoo, you don’t have to work out alone. You can find a workout buddy who can motivate you to push harder and achieve your fitness goals. Plus, you can both enjoy the many benefits of this amazing community.
  3. Set Realistic Goals: The trainers at CrossFit Coorparoo can help you set realistic fitness goals that are achievable and personalized to your needs. Whether it’s building strength, increasing endurance, or losing weight, they have the expertise to help you get there.
  4. Make it Enjoyable: CrossFit Coorparoo offers a variety of fun and challenging workouts that will keep you engaged and excited to come back for more. From kettlebell swings to rowing machines, you’ll never get bored with the wide range of exercises they offer.
  5. Make it a Part of Your Routine: With flexible class schedules and personalized training programs, it’s easy to make CrossFit Coorparoo a part of your daily routine. Whether you’re an early bird or a night owl, you can find a class that fits your schedule and keep making progress towards your fitness goals.

Why does CrossFit Coorparoo use the Wendler Strength program?

The Wendler 5/3/1 program can be a valuable addition to a CrossFit training program, particularly for athletes looking to improve their strength in the squat, bench press, deadlift, and overhead press, which are foundational movements in both powerlifting and CrossFit.

One way to incorporate the Wendler 5/3/1 program into CrossFit is to use it as a supplemental strength program, in addition to the high-intensity functional training that is the hallmark of CrossFit. This can help athletes improve their strength and power, which can translate to better performance in WODs (workouts of the day) that include heavy lifting.

For example, an athlete could perform the Wendler 5/3/1 program on a separate day from their regular CrossFit training. They could perform the main lifts (squat, bench press, deadlift, and overhead press) using the 5/3/1 protocol, and then perform some additional assistance exercises to target specific muscle groups.

Alternatively, an athlete could incorporate the Wendler 5/3/1 program into their regular CrossFit training, by performing the main lifts as part of their strength training sessions. This would involve adjusting the volume and intensity of their other CrossFit training to accommodate the additional strength work.

In either case, it’s important to keep in mind that the Wendler 5/3/1 program is designed to promote long-term progress, so athletes should not expect immediate gains in strength. It’s important to follow the program consistently over several cycles to see significant improvements.

Overall, the Wendler 5/3/1 program can be a useful tool for CrossFit athletes looking to improve their strength and power, and can help them achieve better performance in WODs that involve heavy lifting.

Weekly Programming

We commence deload week and add some more volume into the metcons. Those who did 23.1 we hope it was a fun enjoyable experience for you and we look forward to the release of 23.2

Reminder the large ceiling fan will be replaced this week (Wednesday) The downstairs gym will be closed from 7am. The only classes that will be run on the day are 5am and 6am. The upstairs area will be open all day for open gym access.

What makes CrossFit ‘Functional Fitness’

CrossFit is a form of functional fitness because it trains the body to perform movements that are commonly used in everyday life and physical activities. The movements in CrossFit workouts are designed to work multiple muscle groups and promote overall fitness, including strength, endurance, agility, balance, and coordination.

CrossFit is based on the idea of “functional movements,” which are exercises that closely mimic the movements performed in real-life scenarios. For example, squats, deadlifts, and lunges are movements that are used frequently in everyday activities like lifting heavy objects, climbing stairs, or carrying groceries. These exercises target the muscles used in these everyday tasks, making the movements more efficient and effective.

In addition, CrossFit workouts are usually performed in a group setting and are designed to be high-intensity, high-energy, and varied. This type of workout provides a total-body workout and helps improve cardiovascular fitness, as well as strength and endurance.

Overall, CrossFit aims to promote functional fitness by training the body to perform movements that are practical and useful in real life, in a challenging and dynamic environment.

What is the CrossFit Open

The CrossFit Open is an annual event in the CrossFit community, where participants perform a series of workouts over the course of several weeks and compete against other CrossFit athletes from around the world. The Open is designed to be accessible to anyone, regardless of their skill level or experience with CrossFit, and serves as a way for athletes to challenge themselves and see how they stack up against others in the CrossFit community. The workouts for the Open are released by CrossFit headquarters each week, and participants are given a set amount of time to complete the workout and submit their scores. The Open is a key part of the CrossFit competitive season, and the top athletes from each region advance to the CrossFit Games, where they compete for the title of “Fittest on Earth.”

Weekly Program (CrossFit Open 2023)

The CrossFit Open 2023 is here! As with past years we will hold the Open on Friday night of the 3 weeks. Everyone is most welcome to attend even if you have or haven’t registered. We will kick off the WODs from approx 4pm and run through until we have all finished. The CrossFit Open at CFC is all about community so be sured to come along and show your support even if you are not competing.

The gym will be closed downstairs from approx 10:30am as we may need to set the gym up each Friday afternoon for the Open workouts (depending on what is released for .1, .2, .3

Ways to overcome hesitancy in starting CrossFit

  1. Start with a beginner class or small group/semi private training session to learn proper form and technique for exercises.
  2. Set specific, achievable goals for yourself and track your progress.
  3. Surround yourself with supportive and encouraging people, whether it be a coach, classmates or friends.
  4. Break down complex exercises into simpler progressions to build confidence and competence.
  5. Remember that everyone starts somewhere, and it’s okay to take things at your own pace.
  6. Take advantage of the community aspect of CrossFit Coorparoo and work out with people who have similar goals and fitness levels.
  7. Get a coach who can help you with a customized plan that addresses your specific needs and concerns.
  8. Be consistent with your workouts and don’t give up, results will come with time.