Varied Not Random

VNR #279: Strength + MetCon vs 1 Workout a Day

-A VNR listener wants to know why so many CrossFit gyms seem to program a heavy lift followed by another workout instead of simply doing one workout a day.-Pat & Boz discuss this topic.

VNR #278: How much fitness do you really need?

-How much fitness do you really need?-How heavy of a back squat is required for real life?-How many pull-ups do most people need to accomplish normal tasks?-How fast of a mile is necessary for everyday living?-Pat & Adrian discuss this topic.

VNR #277: How many machines does a garage gym need?

-VNR listener Beck wants to know, “How many machines does a garage gym need?”-He has a C2 rower, but recently has been trying to decide if he should get a ski erg and/or an air runner?-He lives in a very hot environment & says the space in his garage gym is somewhat limited, so he is not taking this decision lightly.-Pat & Adrian discuss this topic.

VNR #276: Is Intensity a Lie?

-Someone on Reddit asked the question, “Is Intensity a Lie?”-They said that it seems Intensity is the defining characteristic of what makes CrossFit truly CrossFit.-They also said it seems that CrossFitters care more about intensity than other things like movement quality.-Pat & Adrian discuss this topic.

VNR #275: How to Convince People to Work Out.

-Jeff wants to know how he can convince his friends & family to work out with him.-He has lots of people in his life that are battling health issues & he would like to get them on a better path.-The problem is that everyone thinks CrossFit is too hard & crazy.-Pat & Adrian discuss this topic.