Understanding CrossFit Lingo: A Beginner’s Guide

Walking into a CrossFit gym for the first time can feel like stepping into a foreign land. The language of CrossFit is unique and can be overwhelming for newcomers. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with this beginner’s guide to understanding CrossFit lingo.

WOD – Stands for “Workout of the Day”. This is the specific workout that you’ll be doing on a given day.

AMRAP – Stands for “As Many Rounds/Reps As Possible”. This means you’ll do as many rounds or reps of a specific exercise or set of exercises within a given time period.

EMOM – Stands for “Every Minute On the Minute”. This means you’ll start a specific exercise at the beginning of each minute, and rest for the remainder of that minute.

Box – This is the term used for a CrossFit gym.

Rx – This is short for “prescription”. When a workout is done as prescribed, it’s called “Rx”. It means you completed the workout without modifying any of the movements or weights.

Scaled – When you modify a workout to make it easier or more manageable, it’s called “scaled”. This is common for beginners or those with physical limitations.

PR – Stands for “Personal Record”. This is the best time or weight that you’ve achieved for a specific exercise.

Chipper – This is a type of workout where you complete a series of exercises one after the other, like chipping away at a to-do list.

In summary, understanding CrossFit lingo is essential for feeling comfortable and confident in the gym. With this beginner’s guide, you’ll be able to navigate the unique language of CrossFit with ease. Don’t be afraid to ask questions or ask for clarification if you’re ever unsure about a term or phrase. The CrossFit community is welcoming and supportive, and we’re all here to help each other succeed.

CrossFit GBAR3 WOD

WOD
AMRAP in 15 minutes
5 DB renegade rows, 45/30
10 deadlifts, 225/155
15 wall ball shots, 20/14

AWOD
max med ball sit ups in 90 seconds