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CrossFit.com is THE mainsite, the place where it all started. Videos of workouts, movements, journal articles- everything is here and the vast majority of it is free. Any serious CrossFitter will find themselves referring to the mainsite over and over again. Icons that link to the mainsite and journal are below.
PsychSanDiego is co- owned by Alessandra Wall Ph.D., wife of Leon Chang and an avid CrossFitter herself. Dr. Wall specializes in anxiety and eating disorders and is available for clients who wish to formulate a comprehensive weight-loss or lifestyle plan and address the psychological component of eating and weight loss. Click on the "coaches" tab to learn more!
| Why do I have to lift weights? I don't want to lift weights or get "big"! |
| Wednesday, 09 March 2011 15:44 |
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Q: Why do I have to lift weights? I don’t want to get “big” lifting weights! I just want to get toned/slim/firm. Should I do CrossFit? (Frequently asked by women). A: Yes. Here's the short answer- most people are weak and need more strength. Strength is what prevents orthopedic injuries, hip fractures and ending up in a nursing home. Lack of strength is what ends up making people so deconditioned that they can no longer care for themselves. Who needs strength? EVERYONE. Women, by virtue of having 8-10x less testosterone than men, almost CAN'T get "big" by lifting weights. Fact. In addition, here at CrossFit Elysium we train using methods and rep schemes which are designed to build STRENGTH, NOT SIZE. The stereotypical bodybuilder look with huge muscles and fake tans is NOT what we're aiming for, and can only be achieved with a specific training protocol which we do NOT employ here. For more detailed information, PLEASE read the article titled "Strength" here. You may have to scroll down a bit. Please. |
