05/23/07

Best Gym in Boston... Knowledgeable Trainers and Great Members

by esnyder10

Crossfit combines dedicated, knowledgeable trainers and great, supportive members. Workouts at Crossfit Boston vary daily and focus on dynamic full body movements. One day could be a combination of box jumps, squats, and pull-ups and then next could be focused on Olympic lifting and running. Don?t know Olympic lifting? neither did most of us. Crossfit trainers coach you through movements explaining them simply and breaking them into their components. During classes, the trainers continue to provide guidance as you workout. The trainers are really experienced and knowledgeable. They also tailor guidance to individuals. To say that I am not very flexible is an understatement. The trainers at Crossfit have helped me improve my flexibility by modifying workouts as necessary. There is no question; I have seen tangible results. My body composition has changed, I have become more flexible, and my fitness has improved greatly. As an avid skier, winter for me is a quest to get as much powder on the steepest slopes possible. This past season, I was absolute amazed at the fact that I could ski all day without getting fatigued and I could get up the next day without pain or tightness to do it all over again. Whether you are training for Everest, want to lose a couple of pounds, or get into the shape you were once in? Crossfit is for you. The members are extremely diverse in terms of background, prior athletic experience, and fitness but are unquestionably supportive and encouraging. I have made great friends here and become part of an amazing community.

• Pros: Great Trainers and Fantastic Members

05/10/07

If you really want it, this is where to get it.

by bigmountainskier

If you want to achieve the kind of fitness that is transferable to any activity possible then Crossfit Boston is for you.

Two years ago, I was an overweight, chain smoking disaster. On hiking trips, I was frequently left in the dust by my friends, and on the ski hill, I was beaten into submission and in the lodge by 2:30pm, stuffing my face with a greasy cheeseburger, wondering how I had come to such a pitiful state. I knew if I wanted to reclaim the glory days of my college years, I would have to make some changes in my life.

At first I tried a lifting program, convinced that bicep curls and lat pulldowns held the keys to my future fitness. However the regimented and monotonous routine quickly ran afoul of my ADHD adled mind, and I soon gave it up.

Next my Girlfriend suggested I try Yoga. This seemed like an excellent idea, if being in a hot room filled with young, sweaty, spandex clad women contorting themselves into positions I think I had seen in the Kama Sutra didn't motivate me, nothing would. But as I began to practice more frequently, I realized that yoga only gave me a small piece of what I eventually wanted. Something was missing.

As I began to envision a future drowned in Fried Chicken and talk show interviewers asking exactly how I had gotten so fat that I couldn't get out of bed, I read an article in a magazine about a new approach to fitness called crossfit, which emphasized total body fitness in short, ultra intense and extremely variable workouts. After a quick web search, I discovered Crossfit Boston, and I haven't looked back since. The classes are amazing, classmates cheer one another on, and the excellent staff ensures that each exercise is done with proper form, and spend time with each athlete to ensure that they have a firm grasp on each new skill. I can honestly say that I am in the best shape of my life, I can now smoke my friends in the mountains, and have recently concluded a 7000 mile bike tour, all due to Crossfit Boston

• Pros: Atmosphere, comraderie, dedication of staff

05/08/07

Best Full Body workout !

by brew100

When you walk into Cross fit Boston, you won?t see state of the art cybex machines, treadmills, or amenities that you typically see in a modern gym. But initial impressions are deceiving. This place offers the ?BEST? one hour full body workout on the planet? perfect for those of us who are on the go. The challenging workouts incorporate both cardiovascular and strength training in a varied and ?never boring? cycle. You may run a 3k on Monday, do kettle bell training on Wednesday, and pushups/sit-ups/pull-ups for time on Friday. The exercises are great for men and women of all fitness levels.

All of the instructors are knowledgeable, motivational, and fun and are always willing to work with each student on their individual goals. Leave your ego at the door and give Cross fit a try. It will be the best full body workout that you have ever done!