In the same way that working out with Kettlebells became so popular, CrossFit is a new way of exercising that’s also become very popular. This is different than the typical gym workout that many people experience.

You’ll find that these simple exercises are simple, but very effective. In some ways they may seem simplistic and low tech. On the other hand, the exercises work your body more effectively and efficiently than other workout programs.

Let’s go over some of the CrossFit exercises that a typical participant practices. First, let’s look at exercises that are familiar to you. CrossFit employs exercises such as jump rope, push-ups, lunges, pull-ups, and sit-ups.

You’ll also enjoy aerobic exercises such as running and rowing. These are designed to improve your endurance while the other exercises are used to build strength. Together you’ll begin to see your fitness improve.

There are also many exercises that take advantage of the use of weights. For example, the deadlift is an exercise that requires you to lift a barbell from the ground until you’re standing. Then you return the weight to the ground.

You’ll also perform squats using barbells to help increase the work and intensity of the exercise. The kettlebell, a weighted ball with a handle, is employed for exercises such as the kettlebell swing.

There are also a few exercises that use your body for the resistance that aren’t as common. For example, you’ll practice the box jump. This move has you begin on the floor and then jump to the top of a box. Then you’ll jump down from it.

The L-sit is similar to a gymnastics move. You’ll use gymnastics rings or you’ll use parallel bars to support your upper body. Then you’ll pull your legs up to a 90 degree angle from your upper body. You’ll hold that L position and then lower.

You may also practice climbing ropes – an exercise that makes use of your own body weight. These exercises seem simplistic in nature, but in reality they’re quite challenging for the body. You’ll begin feeling the intensity from your first workout.

CrossFit is often a favorite of professionals that need their body to handle demanding work. For example, police officers and firefighters often use CrossFit training because of the way it improves strength, flexibility, speed, and endurance.

But even if you don’t have a physically demanding job, this is a program that will benefit you. CrossFit exercises are designed to give you the best performance from your body and will help you even with completing your daily tasks at home and work.