CrossFit. You’ve heard the word, probably have been interested in finding out what it is all about, and maybe, just a little bit intimidated to give it a whirl. Well, let’s delve into CrossFit just a bit to discover whether or not it’s the fat loss and fitness solution you have been looking for.

THE HISTORY CrossFit as a business began in 2000 when founder Greg Glassman kicked it off. Greg was a gymnast in his teen years and discovered that working his body in various ways allowed him to be physically adept in many areas vs. those he witnessed who only trained in one. This modality of combining many movements into one workout led to the CrossFit program's foundation.

The goal of the workouts is to allow one to make progress in 10 key areas:

Cardiovascular/respiratory endurance, stamina, strength, flexibility, power, speed, coordination, agility, balance, and accuracy. 

This leads us to the WOD…
WOD stands for WORKOUT OF THE DAY. When you attend a CrossFit session, there will be a WOD posted somewhere…a whiteboard, chalkboard, or tv monitor, and this will be the workout you will complete that day. While some CrossFit locations (called BOXES) vary slightly in how they train, you can rest assured that most WODs will be similar and combine some Olympic lifts utilizing barbells, dumbbells, or kettlebells as well as a series of bodyweight movements done for time. The goal is to use your entire body INTENSELY to gain muscle mass and strength and lose fat. But what if you don’t know anything about any of these exercises??

One of the tenets of CrossFit is that it can be a program for any person of any age and any fitness level. CrossFit coaches are well-trained and certified in a variety of exercise protocols. Even the most intense WODs can be modified for beginners with little exercise experience…there are even CrossFit KIDS programs all over the country to get the little ones involved in fitness at an early age.

What about FOOD?
Aside from just the exercise aspect of CrossFit, they also agree on a recommended eating plan to help support your fat loss and fitness goals. In a nutshell (pun intended), the program recommends meat, vegetables, little fruit, almost no starch, zero sugar (meaning added sugar/processed sugar), and plenty of nuts and legumes. The diet is recommended as a way to fuel muscle growth and support stamina while limiting the amount of existing fat or storing future fat.

Want to check out a BOX?
If all this talk about building muscles, losing fat, and getting super fit sounds pretty cool to you, then maybe it's time to check out a CrossFit Box... and there are quite a few in the Albuquerque and Rio Rancho area to choose from. These are our favorites, along with testimonials from some of their members. Check any of them out with your Fit Mix membership:

Bear Canyon CrossFit
"Excellent CrossFit box! Did a couple of drop ins and it was much better than most I drop in. The facility itself was amazing and the owners, coaches and members were very friendly and went out of there way to make you feel welcome. PRVN programming was a bonus also." - Joe

Big Barn CrossFit
"Big Barn is absolutely amazing! The best CrossFit/Weightlifting gym in Albuquerque! You get more than a gym membership as the gym members are like your family! The staff and coaches are so knowledgeable and welcoming! They also offer open gym hours as well as coached classes. :)"   - Ashley

Burque CrossFit
"BFit505, their helpful coaches, and the awesome community has changed my life.  I never thought I could do crossfit and now I am competing.  At BFit505, my 76 year old mother, myself, and my 5 year old daughter can all workout together and have made gym time a family activity supporting all of us in living happier and healthier lives." - Sarah

Cantina CrossFit
"This is a fun place to CrossFit.  The coaches are really good.  They will help you make forward progress no matter what your existing fitness level.  We especially like the Saturday morning WODs" - Neil

CrossFit Rio Rancho
"I highly recommend CrossFit Rio Rancho everyone is very friendly and welcoming. Also the coaches are incredibly helpful and take the time to explain and teach you if needed. I really enjoyed my time here. Thank you!!" - Denisse

Frontline Coalition
"Not only is the gym beautiful but the moment you walk in the staff is friendly and helpful! The juice bar inside has everything for pre and post workout! As well as the WELLNESS RECOVERY SERVICES offered inside the facility! Go check it out" - Reylon

TBE CrossFit (Los Lunas)
"Hands down the best gym in all of Valencia County and surrounding areas. The staff is knowledgeable and very helpful. Make sure you stop by and visit, you will not be disappointed." - Art