What is CrossFit?
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Simply put, CrossFit is not only an exercise program, but an all-encompassing health and fitness lifestyle that WORKS.
CrossFit emphasizes nutrition as the foundation for metabolic health, followed by conditioning, gymnastics, and weightlifting which you get during your 1-hour class. The CrossFit methodology is meant to make you fit and healthy for life, prepared to take on any physical task life throws at you whether you are entering your formative years, or your golden years.
The best part? CrossFit is infinitely scalable to meet the needs of grandmothers and elite athletes alike, as all of our needs vary by degree, not kind. ​We all need to squat, but some of us are learning how to stand up from a chair without assistance, and others are chasing new personal records in the gym. Wherever you fall on this specturm, Misfit Gym Portland can help make your life better through improving your fitness, health, and physical independece. ​​
What does a typical class look like?
Our classes are 1-hour long and will take you all the way from warm up to cool down under the eye of our world class coaching staff, all while you enjoy the camaraderie and friendship of the Misfit community. Classes begin at the whiteboard so everyone knows what's coming, and then move into a general warm up to prepare your body for the work ahead, a specific warm up that prepares you for the exact movements you'll be doing, and then a workout of the day. Classes wrap up with high fives, scores on the whiteboard, and knowing you just did something amazing for your health.
I've never done CrossFit. Can I join?
Absolutely! The best place to start is by either attending one of our free community classes every Saturday at 8:30am. These workouts are community based and give you a chance to try CrossFit and experience the community. After that, taking our Beginner's Class will set you up for success before graduating to regular CrossFit classes. Our coaches teach you everything you need to know to move safely, see progress, and enjoy your fitness journey.
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Contact Us if you'd like to get started or have questions about our beginner's class!
I want to improve my health, but I'm nervous. Plus, I've heard CrossFit is hard.
You're not alone, and it's totally normal to be nervous and unsure of what to expect. We believe that CrossFit is for anyone, but it's not for everyone. If you are willing to learn how to move your body correctly, work on improving your nutrition, and attend classes regularly, the limits of your progress are endless. Regardless of your current physical health, we can work with you and ensure you safely make long term progress that improves your life. If you are averse to working hard, CrossFit is not for you.
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We believe you can do it, and we've helped thousands of people just like you. We're ready when you are. When is the last time you made a significant change in your life that was easy, anyway?