CrossFit High Intensity

Whether you are brand new to working out or you are a seasoned Crossfitter, Crossfit High Intensity has something for you. They offer boot camp classes and Crossfit classes 6 days a week at various times.
I was initially super intimidated by the loud music, heavy weights and intense looking WODS (workout of the day). The staff and members were very friendly and made my transition into Crossfit really comfortable. The trainers here really care about technique and your form. They always make sure you are doing movements the correct way and they will always push you to keep going and do better– it’s like having your own personal trainer.
I never thought I would enjoy working out in a class like setting, but I have learned to love it. It’s fun to encourage the other members during the WODs and they will also help push you to keep going. I’ve become addicted to this place! It’s often the best part of my day! Come check it out. A trainer will be more than happy to show you around.

How to describe my first work out with crossfit High Intensity… hmmm…how about it’s like a colonoscopy. You know you need to do it, it’s good for you so you make yourself go through with it. I’m convinced Crossfit is a great thing to do for myself but I’m really having to do some strong self talk to convince myself to go back for more.
When you sign up with Crossfit they require that you attend a beginner class where they teach you proper technique for all the full body exercises. There are three different beginner classes 101A, B & C. You can take them individually or knock them all out in a two hour class on a Saturday morning. If you are a sedentary book worm then I don’t recommend the two hour marathon! The class was scheduled to last from 9 to 11 AM. I knew I was in trouble when I started watching the clock at 9:20. I persevered though and was so excited to still be standing upright as we got closer to 11:00. Finally 11:00 and we are finishing up by throwing weighted balls up against a wall. I’m ready to hear «good Job!» but noooo. Instead the instructor says «Oh, I forgot, there’s one more move I need to teach you» — the burpie. This was no easy move in my opinion. It’s like a quick body press to the floor followed by a pop up and then do a jumping jack motion — yeah right. We were told to do 10 of those. I stumbled slowly through 3 sloppy sets and finally heard those beautiful words «all done».
Next there was the option of staying and doing the actual work out — hah! Well, most of my fellow classmates did stick around which tells you what a wuss I am. Hopefully that should change as I continue with this training. Why go back? Well, besides being good for me, the instructor seems knowledgeable and concerned with teaching proper form and technique. He doesn’t want you blowing out your knees or back. The class size is limited — he can only fit about 12 to 15 at a time so he can keep an eye on you. It seems a bit pricey which after my first month with a living social deal I’ll have to decide whether to keep going. This is the type of thing where you need a buddy to commit with you so you can keep each other going — you know, misery loves company!