CrossFit combines all sorts of complex, full-body, movements
(running, weightlifting, climbing, pulling, pushing, rowing and whatever you
can think of) in different ways. Each workout is different. One day you're
sprinting and doing pushups until you aren't sure whether your lungs or arms
will give out first. The next you're hitting a target with a medicine ball the
next with a résistancy band and then trying to climb a rope. By exercising this
way, you'll be prepared to meet all sorts of daily challenges; Cross fit builds
a healthy body as well as a mentally strong mind.
Kettlebells: Try to find kettlebells that have no
moving parts or seams in the handle (which can cause blisters). In CrossFit
workouts, kettlebell weights are often prescribed in terms of a
"pood." To save you a headache, a pood is equal to 36 pounds. The
most common weights in CrossFit are 36, 54, and 72 pounds. If you are a
beginner, you might want to start lighter, then add to your collection as you
advance.
Dumbbells: Just like the bumper plates, you're better off going
with the rubber "hex" dumbbells. Iron is the next best choice. Use
removable dumbbell plates as a last resort, since the collars are
notoriously prone to sliding off.
Medicine ball: You'll be throwing and catching these things, so go with a soft surface. Men generally use 20 pounds, women use 14. Alternatively, you can fill a basketball with sand, and cover the outside with grippy tape.
Medicine ball: You'll be throwing and catching these things, so go with a soft surface. Men generally use 20 pounds, women use 14. Alternatively, you can fill a basketball with sand, and cover the outside with grippy tape.
Squat rack or cage: Cages are nice, but they're expensive and
take up a lot of space. Plus, they're often too small to do Olympic
lifts inside - especially anything overhead. I would go with some simple
stands to hold my bar.