CrossFit is unique in that it produces results that are unmatched by any other sport or fitness program. What does this mean?
CrossFit not only enhances people's fitness levels but also does so at a faster pace and with greater safety compared to other programs. It's methodology is universal, predictable, and reproducible, making it suitable for everyone and scalable to any fitness level. The long-term benefits of our approach accumulate over time, delivering sustainable results. Our approach drives results that entice people to join CrossFit and fosters a lasting commitment. There is no magic involved; hard work yields results, and once you experience it, you crave more. CrossFit has improved the lives of millions, and we will continue to do so for millions more.
What is the core of CrossFit based on?
CrossFit's methodology is rooted in the definition of fitness, resulting in measurable and reproducible outcomes. These universal principles and definitions allow for accessibility to athletes and coaches alike. CrossFit's core concept is the stimulus of constantly varied functional movement executed at high intensity. This combination leads to increased work capacity across various domains and is the pursuit of fitness and health. Elements of stimulus and adaptation form the foundation of the CrossFit methodology. Each element has been precisely and comprehensively defined in quantifiable terms, from work capacity to fitness to health, a contribution previously unknown in the fitness industry.
The foundation of the CrossFit methodology is comprised of essential elements that we refer to as CrossFit's DNA or the L1 kernel. In computer science, a "kernel" is the core components of an operating system that provides a platform for software to be created specific to that kernel, and is a universal interface for different users to access software running on the computer. Similarly, the CrossFit kernel is the fundamental knowledge that makes CrossFit work for diverse individuals in various contexts. The kernel encompasses the stimulus and adaptation components that enable the CrossFit methodology to deliver observable, measurable, and repeatable outcomes. It is the scientific bedrock and explanation for the entire program.
How do we put this into practice?
The elements that form the foundation of CrossFit's methodology, known as "the kernel," represent the core of what CrossFit is and what it strives to achieve, serving as a guiding principle for the program. Moreover, the kernel not only informs what we do, but how we do it. It provides objective definitions and methods that trainers can utilize in their practice, including variance in programming, the mechanics-consistency-intensity charter, threshold training and technique, our nutrition recommendations, scaling, virtuosity in coaching, and more.
What is the backbone of CrossFit?
CrossFit's athletic development involves constantly varied functional movements executed at high intensity. Nutrition forms the base of the Theoretical Hierarchy of Development, followed by safe, natural functional movements. Adherence to CrossFit's methodology leads to increased power output, and emphasis is placed on technique, mechanics, consistency, and proficiency of movement before increasing intensity. CrossFit is infinitely scalable, accessible to anyone who wants to do it, and is the necessary pathway to athletic development and long-term results.
Why is CrossFit unlike any other sport?
CrossFit stands out from other fitness programs because it defines its stimulus and results, giving athletes a clear understanding of what to expect. The methodology is key to optimal coaching and a scalable process for developing professional coaches. Other programs may market similar elements, but without CrossFit's methodology, they cannot achieve the same results. The kernel and methodology are the reasons why CrossFit excels in producing general fitness, forging elite fitness, and combating chronic disease.
At CrossFit eXalted we focus on your personalized fitness journey that helps you train for life. This a unique property only found in CrossFit and at our facility. CrossFit eXalted is a functional fitness facility located in Sanford, Florida. We offer unique classes and programming with personalized training to keep you safe on your fitness journey. It’s the only CrossFit affiliate in Central Florida with 5 CrossFit Level 1 Certified Coaches, a Level 3 Certified Coach that leads our eXalted Games Team, plus two 5 star rated 8+ years of experience Level 2 Certified Coaches. A top 5 games athlete, Jeff Adler, has made eXalted his home gym in the United States.