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Do you know Crossfit is not just for Athletes? 

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Do you know Crossfit is not just for Athletes? 

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There is a lot of buzz around Crossift. There are the lovers, the haters, the ones who have never heard about it and finally those who think they're not capable to do it.

Sometimes when I tell someone I'm in Crossfit, usually they say I'm crazy, or I must be out of my mind because in their heads, Crossfit grew only strong machines, or perfect athletes. They couldn't be more wrong about is. In fact, they got this idea maybe because when they watch the Crossfit Games, they see a group of oustanding athletes, but come on guys, same thing when you watch the Olympics, right? Same thing when you watch the NBA or the World Football Cup, isn't it?

Imagine this: you have never played football, but one day you decide to do it with you friends and actually they have been doing it for a long time, so here's the real deal - are you really expecting to play as good as they do? Do you really believe you can run as they do? Of course not, you need to start from the button, build some resistence and endurance, well guess what, same deal in Crossfit.

Now that you're aware you can go and try Crossfit, and believe me, it can adapte easily to your limitations and needs. There is not only one way to do a Crossfit WOD, every movement can be modified to meet the training needs of any individual.

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Community is all around you. Let yourself go with the Crossfit flow.

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Community is all around you. Let yourself go with the Crossfit flow.

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We talked to top experts to find out why -- aside from the bangin' body results -- the fitness fad is worth your sweat. Here are 8 benefits of CrossFit workouts:
Learn: Your Weight-Loss Secret Weapon Is Here! 1: It BLASTS calories.
I know, we mentioned this already, but it's worth repeating: One of the biggest benefits of CrossFit is how effective it is at burning a high number of calories in a short period of time, according to Heidi Jones, head coach at Brick New York. A typical workout lasts an average of 10 to 20 minutes, but your metabolic rate (the rate at which you burn calories) remains elevated long after the WOD is over, so you'll keep blasting fat even when you're resting, Jones says.
More: 5 Things All CrossFit Beginners Can Expect
2: It's great for cardiovascular conditioning.

Your heart rate remains elevated throughout the entire workout, which increases your endurance. In fact, the data from the American Council on Exercise study showed that participants' heart rates were elevated to 90 percent of maximum heart rate (HRmax), which was sustained throughout two CrossFit workouts. Fitness industry guidelines suggest a HRmax between 64 to 94 percent in order to improve cardio endurance. Scientists also found that individuals averaged 80 percent of VO2max, which is the maximum amount of oxygen a person can utilize during intense exercise. Industry guidelines suggest 40 to 85 percent of VO2max for improving cardio fitness and body composition.

3: It increases joint mobility.

According to Jones, this is a result of the varied movements involved in a WOD -- you're not just doing simple bicep curls, but moving your limbs in all different directions. Also, by learning the proper ways to lift heavy things off the floor and hold them overhead, your risk of injury in your everyday life significantly decreases.
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Daily WODs are always different, so there's no chance of getting bored from doing the same ol' thing day in and day out, says Mass. "In CrossFit, you flip tires, lift barbells, do gymnastic moves, complete your first pull-ups ... the list goes on. And because it's customizable, people of all abilities and ages can do it!"
5: You'll make friends.
CrossFit breeds community, says Will Lanier, general manager and head coach at Brick New York. "Whether you like it or not, the minute you step into a CrossFit box, you're family," shares Lanier. "The community is what drew me into CrossFit almost five years ago and it's what keeps me coming back every single day."

6: You'll feel like a badass.

Learning the WOD before you start class can be daunting, but after it's over, you feel incredibly accomplished, strong, and like you could tackle anything else that comes your way, says Sara Hill Mass, owner and head coach at CrossFit Martha's Vineyard. CrossFit is empowering, and helps boost your confidence, she adds.
More: 70 Thoughts Every Woman Has While Doing CrossFit
7: You'll feel like you're on a team.

The CrossFit atmosphere is very much like that of a sports team -- take one class and you'll see. Everyone there supports each other and pushes each other, and there's always a sense of competition (in the best way possible). "For those of us not fortunate enough to continue sports after high school or college, CrossFit is a great extension of that team feeling," says Lanier.

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We all know someone who is seemingly obsessed with CrossFit, or has at least attempted it, which is no surprise considering that there are now more than 9,000 CrossFit affiliated gyms worldwide, and the high-intensity conditioning regimen is rapidly acquiring new devotees.

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Crossfit is everywhere! Check where is your  Box located and share with us.