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6 Unforgettable First Time Experiences in CrossFit

3. YOUR FIRST EVER COMPETITION

If you have any kind of competitive streak in you, then you probably enjoy measuring your abilities against others in your Box. Daily WODs can of course be pretty competitive affairs, but an external CrossFit competition, with multiple WODs in a day, is a whole different thing. These aren’t for everyone – and that’s the beauty of CrossFit, you can make it what YOU want it to be – but the experience, if you want to go for it,  is unlike anything else!

TRAINING TIPS

  • Have a strategy for each workout – workout intelligently. Try to stick to your plan, it will help.
  • Warm Up for every workout – spend time working on raising your heart rate, movements specific for the workout, and stretching.
  • Cool down after each workout – this will aid with recovery, which is especially important if you need to compete again in a few hours.
  • Judges are always right – a no rep is a no rep if they say so. Simply bite your tongue, move on and get them done.

4. FIRST MUSCLE UP

At BOXROX, we always enjoy watching the videos that are sent in to us. It is always amazing to see what is happening in all the unique boxes around the world. It is often during the videos of everyday CrossFitters completing their first Muscle Up that we see the most raw passion and excitement. This is a huge milestone within any CrossFitters journey, and a great achievement for anyone.

TRAINING TIPS

For both ring and bar Muscle Ups, progression is the key. Don’t try to force it too quickly, instead work on your strength, power and technique and the movement will follow.

Slow Down to Muscle Up: 5 Progressions for Perfect Movement

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