Level 1 Flashcards
CrossFit Definition:
“constantly varied, high-intensity functional movement
What is Functional Movement?
Ability to move a large load over a long distance quickly.
Power
Force x Distance over Time
What is CrossFit?
“constantly varied, high-intensity functional movement
Functional Movements descriptions:
Functional movements are universal motor recruitment patterns;
they are performed in a wave of contraction from core to extremity; and they are
compound movements–i.e., they are multi-joint. They are natural, effective, and
efficient locomotors of body and external objects. But no aspect of functional
movements is more important than their capacity to move large loads over long
distances, and to do so quickly.
What are the points of performance?
- Midline stabilisation
- Posterior Chain engagement
- Core to Extremity
- Range of Motion
- Active Shoulders
Squat:
- Neutral spine
- Hips back and down = line of action
- Weight in the heels
- ROM is hip crease below knees
- Knees in line with toes
Front Squat
- Elbows in front of the bar
- Stay in the frontal plane
High Intensity
- Intensity is independent variables in maximising a favourable return to exercise
Aim of CrossFit:
From the beginning, the aim of CrossFit has been to forge a broad, general, and
inclusive fitness. We sought to build a program that would best prepare trainees
for any physical contingency–prepare them not only for the unknown but for
the unknowable.
Most important aspect goal of CrossFit?
But no aspect of functional movements is more important than their capacity to move large loads over long distances, and to do so quickly.
What three attributes uniquely qualify functional movements for the production of high
power?
-Load, distance, and speed.
Intensity is:
-Defined exactly as power, and intensity is the independent variable most commonly associated with maximizing the rate of return of favorable
adaptation to exercise.
What is the difference between CrossFit Methodology and CrossFit the brand?
While the CrossFit® methodology is free to use and
to follow on CrossFit.com (and has been for over a decade), the CrossFit® brand
name is not free. Even as a CF-L1, you cannot use the CrossFit® brand name to
advertise, market, promote, or solicit business or service in any way. If you do, you
will be in breach of the Agreement and potentially liable for trademark infringement
under Federal Law.
When can you use the brand CrossFit?
To obtain a license to advertise, market, promote, and solicit business for CrossFit®
training (i.e., advertise using the CrossFit® brand name), you must become a
licensed CrossFit, Inc. affiliate.
How can you list your CrossFit course in your own business?
As a CF-L1, you may only use the terms “CrossFit Level 1 Trainer” or “CF-L1 Trainer”
on a resume, business card, or in a trainer biography on a website.
Mitigating risk of Rhabdomyolysis?
While rare, can develop from high-intensity or high-volume exercise, including CrossFit or any other process that damages muscle cells. Rhabdomyolysis
(often simply referred to as “rhabdo”) is a medical condition that might arise from
breakdown of muscle tissue and release of the muscle cells’ contents into the bloodstream.
This process can damage the kidneys and can lead to renal failure or death in rare cases. Rhabdo is diagnosed when a patient with an appropriate history has an
elevated level of creatine kinase, also known as CK or CPK. CPK is easier to measure in the blood than myoglobin and is generally used as a marker for rhabdo, even though it is the myoglobin that does the damage.