Surprising Benefits of CrossFit That Will Convince You to Give It a Try

There are lots of workouts that help you burn a ton of calories and gain muscle strength. But CrossFit’s benefits extend beyond those of a typical exercise routine. Check out these surprising CrossFit benefits to see if it’s worth giving this cult workout a shot.

You Develop Different Muscles Every Day

Let’s face it—it’s tough to build variety into your everyday workout. Unless you have a background in exercise science, you probably don’t even really know what muscles are being activated during your workouts. So how do you get full-body fitness?


CrossFit does the heavy lifting for you (pun intended) by creating a workout of the day. This routine targets different muscle groups, so you can get a well-rounded workout without investing in a ton of equipment.

You’ll Improve Your Flexibility and Balance

If your current exercise routine consists of running every day, you’re probably not doing much to increase your flexibility. Even if you mix it up with strength training, you’re not really increasing your mobility since the movements involved in weightlifting don’t typically mimic everyday motion.


CrossFit improves flexibility and balance by focusing on functional exercises, like squats, that you actually do on a day-to-day basis. By priming these muscle groups for continuous exercise, it improves functionality in your daily life.

You’ll Make Friends

CrossFit is more than just a gym or a workout, it’s a community. In fact, there’s actual scientific research that CrossFit provides a greater sense of community and motivation than other exercise practices.


Not only are you immersing yourself in a culture of collaboration and mutual respect, but you’re surrounded by individuals that all share a similar goal—to be healthy. 

You’ll Actually Have Fun (!) Working Out Again

Do you work out because you have to or because you want to? Most of us fall into the first camp, but CrossFit is so quirky, it will actually make you enjoy working out! Think about it—how fun does it sound to learn how to do a handstand again? 


With CrossFit, you do some exercises reminiscent of an elementary school gym class (be honest—have you done a pull up since then?) that can feel goofy and just plain fun. Best of all, you’re pushing yourself alongside friends!

You Can See Actual Results

If you have a hard time gauging progress with your current exercise routine, it can be hard to stick with it. After all, tangible results are super motivating! CrossFit has benchmark workout routines so you can test yourself week after week and measure your progress.


You’ll be amazed at how good it feels to look back on the beginning of your CrossFit journey!

You Get More Time To Do Things Besides Work Out

You burn more calories faster in CrossFit compared to other moderate-intensity workouts. Most CrossFit workouts are actually only 15 to 20 minutes long, but burn as many calories as moderate-intensity workouts that are 40% longer. So if you’re one of those people that thinks you don’t have time to exercise, CrossFit might be a great choice.


CrossFit has a cult following for a reason. Not only can it get you into the best shape of your life, it comes with a built-in community. Check out some of these awesome CrossFit benefits for yourself by joining your local box (a CrossFit gym) today.

Common Running Mistakes to Avoid

Whether you’re training for a race or just trying to stay in shape, form matters when it comes to running. Bad form can lead to injuries, discomfort, and just plain old burnout. 


Learning the proper way to breathe, train, and rest during any exercise routine is vital to optimizing your workout and gaining endurance without injuring yourself. There are several common running mistakes that can prevent you from reaching your full potential.

Wearing Out Your Shoes

Experts recommend replacing running shoes about every 350 miles. If you’re running several times a week, that mileage adds up fast!


Many people wear out their shoes until they break, but running on old shoes can put unnecessary strain on your feet and can cause an injury. To keep your shoes in peak condition, avoid wearing them except when running.

Neglecting Rest Days

If you want to get in shape fast, you might think running every day is a good idea. Pro tip: It’s not! Daily exercise is beneficial for your heart and your mental health, but try switching up the type of exercise you do to give your muscles a break.


Your body requires rest days to repair and rejuvenate hardworking muscles. Pushing the same muscle groups every day will increase your risk of injury. While it might feel like a setback to take a day off, you’ll probably be more energized to run farther the next day!

Increasing Mileage Too Fast

Most people want to maximize their exercise by running as far as they can each day (guilty as charged!). But pushing yourself too far, too fast can lead to injuries and burnout. 


Let’s face it—it doesn’t feel great to push yourself to the limit every day. Let yourself enjoy a short, comfortable run every once in a while. You’ll be more motivated to keep up your exercise routine when you remember that working out can actually feel, well, good!

Ignoring Aches and Pains

It may seem minor, but achy joints or painful muscles can signify a problem which, if ignored, could lead to a serious injury. Pushing through the pain can cause a minor injury, like a muscle sprain, to develop into something serious, like shin splints. 

Not Hydrating

Bring water when you run (a hydration belt or backpack can come in handy!) and hydrate throughout your exercise. Even if you don’t feel like you’re sweating very much, you lose a lot of water when you breathe heavily. 


Staying hydrated throughout the day can help you to avoid dehydration while running. Just make sure you don’t drink too much right before your run, or you might have to stop to use the restroom!

Taking Strides that are Too Big

It seems like taking longer strides would make running easier, right? Wrong! Many runners make the mistake of taking strides that are too big, causing them to land heavily on their heels throughout their run.


Aim for landing with your feet directly under your body. This will prevent you from developing shin splints and will conserve energy.

Running Too Fast 

Pacing yourself is one of the toughest parts of running. Some runners feel great right out of the gate, so they start off at an unsustainable pace and wear themselves out quickly. Wearing a running watch can help you to establish a comfortable pace that you can stick to throughout your run.


If you’re looking to improve your exercise routine, good for you! Keep it up and stay healthy by avoiding these common running mistakes.

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