Six Ways CrossFit Can Benefit Runners

As Ryan Hall once said, "I realize that everyone is different but I know that the best guys in the world run as much as possible. There is always a time and place for cross training but I believe if you are healthy enough physically and mentally able the best training for running is running."

Horse hockey wrote:

As Ryan Hall once said, "I realize that everyone is different but I know that the best guys in the world run as much as possible. There is always a time and place for cross training but I believe if you are healthy enough physically and mentally able the best training for running is running."

x fit guy is a douche bag but he's actually not wrong about any of those (except learn to run obviously)

Your thread is a logical non sequitur. None of those line items are exclusive to XF. They are more specific to a well designed running program.

P.S. Although your online personality is ridiculous, I admire its sticktoitiveness.

Xfitguy_the_real_one_1 wrote:

Yes here we go again. How can you get a faster, better runner?

Here are six ways how crossfit can turn you into a better runner:

http://running.competitor.com/2012/09/features/six-ways-crossfit-can-benefit-runners_59366

Here is the list for those of you who want to start bashing right away without reading the article:

1. Learn How To Strength Train Correctly

2. Dial In Your Nutrition Program

3. Experiment On Yourself

4. Gain Power

5. Improve Your Running Technique

6. Be Able To Run In The First Place

DISCUSS!

nobody respond

hmmmmmmmmmmmmm wrote:

x fit guy is a douche bag but he's actually not wrong about any of those (except learn to run obviously)

So you say I am right on all accounts but still call me a dbag? Show some class, brother. At least this shows you how to become a better runner as opposed to all the useless Obama posts.

Xfitguy_the_real_one_1 wrote:

So you say I am right on all accounts but still call me a dbag? Show some class, brother. At least this shows you how to become a better runner as opposed to all the useless Obama posts.

please stop posting

go away you f*cking moron?

So what's the difference between this and what Alberto Salazar preaches? There really is no difference between the two ideologies. It's just that Salazar implemented strength training way before CrossFit was invented.

So get off your high horse.

I think the premise of crossfit is great. It seems fun to push your body in different disciplines. I mean if you've done competitive sports for a while, it's just another way to work hard and compete against your ability and with others.

I think it was mentioned in another post about the NYC marathon costing $250 now (which sucks) and that crossfit benefit outweighs the cost of the marathon, or something like that, I forget exactly.

My issue is the cost. Running is essentially free (minus shoes, maybe a watch, shirt, shorts, whatever your outfit preference is). I don't have to pay to go for a run, nor do I have to pay for 14 months of marathon training (though you can if you so choose). What's the cost of 14 months of crossfit? According to Monmouth Crossfit (Monmouth County,NJ

http://monmouthcrossfit.com/?page_id=66

) the minimum 2 classes per week for only a year equals $6240. That seems to be a bit more than 1 marathon per year...

So while it'd be great to get as "fit" as the guys in the crossfit gym, I'll stick to running for now while I get a better handle on my finances...

guidance wrote:

Running is essentially free (minus shoes, maybe a watch, shirt, shorts, whatever your outfit preference is). I don't have to pay to go for a run, nor do I have to pay for 14 months of marathon training

Yes and after those 14 months you will virtually look the same, if not more scrawny than before. Great ROI, really.

You get what you pay for. If you want to be buff and shredded, you gotta invest a bit.

Xfit_guy_the_real_one_1 wrote:

guidance wrote:

Running is essentially free (minus shoes, maybe a watch, shirt, shorts, whatever your outfit preference is). I don't have to pay to go for a run, nor do I have to pay for 14 months of marathon training

Yes and after those 14 months you will virtually look the same, if not more scrawny than before. Great ROI, really.

You get what you pay for. If you want to be buff and shredded, you gotta invest a bit.

I don't want to look shredded and buff. Only insecure douchebags want to look like that. I want to accel at a real sport.

Crossfit might be good circuit training for runners, but you would have to remove the foundation of crossfit: racing exercises against the clock. Runners have been doing circuit training for decades (the Italian coaches of the great runners of the 70s and 80s perfected circuits of sprints, plyos and strength work).

The article is full of crap. Competior has a huge advertising deal with crossfit. Crossfit is a terrible supplement to running. It is too much emphasis on pushing yourself to the limits regardless of whether that is the most efficient way to train (it is not). And Noakes is wrong. Italians eat more carbs than just about anyone and have very low rates of obesity.

Xfit_guy_the_real_one_1 wrote:

You get what you pay for. If you want to be buff and shredded, you gotta invest a bit.

So that's what this is about? being the buffest and shreddedest?? Some of us don't really give a sh$t what we look like but are concerned about improving running times or placing well in races (ie. competitive sport). As discussed elements of a well rounded fitness program might supplement a good running program, whether in the form of Xfit or otherwise but getting better at running mostly involves a lot of running.

Can we say Xfit guy has the (subjective) best body & then get back to discussion of the competitive sport that is the basis of this website?

i can go lift weights at my park center for $30 a month. and use the pool. and indoor track. we have those big ropes you can shake around too. and kettlebells. pullup bars. i can read Dan John articles on the internet for free.

depends on your goals.

If you goal is to be an over all very fit person, run and toss in some xfit. If your goal is to race fast... keep running.

"If you want to be buff and shredded, you gotta invest a bit."

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I'm picturing t-shirt with the sleeves cut off, sipping a Monster energy drink, with Guns 'n Roses playing in the background...

Speaking of, why is Xfit so expensive? I kinda got interested in joining but monthly memberships are over $100/month.

And...what do you mean by #3? Are you guys wearing clothes for this? :-).

Xfitguy_the_real_one_1 wrote:

1. Learn How To Strength Train Correctly

2. Dial In Your Nutrition Program

3. Experiment On Yourself

4. Gain Power

5. Improve Your Running Technique

6. Be Able To Run In The First Place

DISCUSS!

Thanks, I will look into this.

Xfit_guy_the_real_one_1 wrote:

guidance wrote:

Running is essentially free (minus shoes, maybe a watch, shirt, shorts, whatever your outfit preference is). I don't have to pay to go for a run, nor do I have to pay for 14 months of marathon training

Yes and after those 14 months you will virtually look the same, if not more scrawny than before. Great ROI, really.

You get what you pay for. If you want to be buff and shredded, you gotta invest a bit.

I'm not going to bash crossfit because its great for out of shape people who need support, and I love the competitiveness side of it. Benchmark workouts etc. But you overpay if you're self motivated and do inefficient workouts not designed to maximize your ability. CF is great if our cant workout on your own...that's about it.