Getting Used to CrossFit Lingo
In CrossFit, slang and short abbreviations are used. It’s a good idea to study them before joining the gym.
The CrossFit terms could be new to you, when you hear it for the first time in the gym then you could easily end up being confused.
These are some common terms you’ll hear when you step into a CrossFit gym.
- AMRAP: As Many Rounds as Possible. Commonly used during circuit training when you should do as many reps as you can within a time limit.
- WOD: Workout of the Day. In CrossFit, there are different types of workouts consisting of a series of circuit training for a single day.
- EMOM: Every Minute on the Minute. Used in interval training, in this you have to complete a set within 60 secs. And, then you rest for the next 60 sec.
- Box: It’s a term used for CrossFit gym. So, don’t be confused if someone says that meet me at the box. He means to say the CrossFit gym.
- Metcon: It stands for metabolic conditioning. It relates to workouts that combine cardio and strength training.
- Score: It is the total number of reps completed during a workout.
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