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10 Biggest Myths about Crossfit and Why they aren’t True

6. CROSSFIT IS NOT APPROPRIATE FOR OLDER FOLKS

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Frank Zedar is a 71 year old BOXROX contributor and Crossfitter. Here he is Deadlifting.

The Crossfit Games, the biggest event in the Crossfit calendar, has special divisions for its MASTERS athletes. These consist of the 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59 and 60 plus age groups. The masters division is one of the fastest growing categories in the entire sport! Still don’t believe us? Check out this video of 100 year old crossfitter Kameichi Yawata that Crossfit HQ filmed

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hu7M3rJu0r4

Or Jacinto Bonilla, a 73 year old competitor

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