Running a Cross Fit Class

Question 1

What is the purpose on a warm up?

Answer 1

• Increase body’s core temperature
• Prepare the athletes to handle the intensity of the workout
• Allow coach to correct movement mechanics needed for workout
• Allow coach to asses capacity for scaling movements
• Offer skill development and refinement

Question 2

What does the “Workout” include?

Answer 2

• A description of the range-of-motion standards
• Scaling options
• Allows athletes to reach their relative level of high intensity
• Challenge the athletes fitness level
• Corrections of movement mechanics under high intensity

Question 3

What is the purpose on a Cool Down?

Answer 3

• Allows the heart rate to slow and the athletes to regain mental sharpness
• Allow the athlete to record workout perforce to track progress
• Prepare the gym for the following class
• Take advance of remaining time for recovery practices, additional skill refinement and/or education.

Question 4

What should coaches ALWAYS ask before starting a session?

Answer 4

“Is anyone carrying an injury?”