Top 5 Reasons Bodybuilders Hate CrossFit

(Last Updated On: September 29, 2023)

Fancy taking up Crossfit because of its popularity?

There’s no doubt that it’s one of the hottest training programs right now. Crossfit classes and gyms are popping up, with blogs and online videos cramming the world wide web.

Like most exercises, there’s a dark side to Crossfit, one that you should know about before you take the plunge. Yes, there are health benefits, i.e., you’ll look ripped, have a perfect body and whatnot, but you’ll have to cough up a fortune, deal with creeps, bad coaches and do the weirdest-looking pullup move known to man.

That said, here are the top 5 reasons why Crossfit sucks.

 

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5. The Kipping Pullups

kipping pull-ups

Without being totally nasty, the Kipping Pull-up is Crossfit’s greatest shame. It looks totally unnatural, ridiculous and has no exercise value whatsoever.

The upside is that seeing a Crossfit athlete doing Kipping pullups will induce a few chuckles.

The downside is that you’ll look like a fish out of water the moment you start the motion. Plus, constant swinging eliminates the all-important tension, which is necessary for muscle growth.

Our advice? Don’t do kips no matter how much Crossfit coaches and experts praise it, and certainly not in front of a class, or anyone really. There’s a high chance that you’ll elicit a few chuckles (especially if you’re just starting out) and turn off others.

Not to mention, kipping will make your shoulders more vulnerable than most exercises, and when that happens you’ll be out of commission.

Simply put, it’s a total waste of time and the Crossfit world will be better off without it.



 

4. Crossfitters Are Like a Cult

Why Crossfit sucks

We have to admit, Crossfit has a vibrant and thriving community that can give you a nice boost in becoming fit and healthy.

Yeah, it’s like a church where you know the people around you, and everyone is supporting each other to meet their goals.

But every now and then you’re grounded to reality when you see a creep, a hardcore Crossfit athlete or jerks within the class. Every group will have one, and when Crossfit is so popular there’s a higher chance you’ll meet them.

Targeting wealthier customers invariably put it towards more of a ‘lifestyle’ than a type of fitness regimen. It’s so competitive that the moment you step foot at the gym you’ll have to work against the clock and leaderboards.

 

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3. Too Many Bad CrossFit Coaches

Bad crossfit coaches

Crossfit has exploded, and the world has joined in on the bandwagon.

For something that’s popular, a lot of guys and gals will want to be part of the cash grab. The Crossfit powers-that-be deemed that coaches will need to be certified before they can be allowed to teach a class. And boy, there’s a lot of certifications!

First, there’s the Level 1 Certification, where they’d have to take part in a two-day seminar and a written exam. Then, there are the ‘specialty’ courses, e.g., Aerobic Capacity, Running, Kettlebell and Kids’ certifications. You can bet that these cost thousands of dollars, expenses that you can be sure will be passed on to the class, i.e., you.

Also, there’s a chance that your Crossfit coach will be mediocre, and therefore you won’t likely experience the full benefits the discipline has to offer. Limited class size also means you won’t get into the good ones for a long, long time.

 

2. Too Many Injuries

Crossfit injuries

Watching a Crossfit athlete in action is fascinating, isn’t it? All that vigorous movement, palpable energy and cheers from onlookers is enough to get anyone excited.

Until they get injured, that is.

And while Crossfit practitioners say that injuries happen because of improper posture or lifting, the reality is that it’s only a matter of time before you mess up. Believe us, it only takes one slip-up to get you scarred, possibly for life.

Are you willing to risk your physical well-being for the benefit of Crossfit? It sounds counter-intuitive, doesn’t it? One moment you’re lifting kettlebells, and the next you’re in excruciating pain with a separated shoulder, torn rotator cuff or something similar.

So what if you’re not in one of the latest fad programs? At least you’re safe and free to do the things you like after a workout session. Working Crossfit is like playing in major league sports- once you get injured, it’s game over. There are very few who can come back and be stronger or better in physical shape after a serious injury.



 

1. Gyms Are Too Expensive

Crossfit costs too much

Crossfit gyms are grossly overpriced. Seriously!

Expect to pay a couple hundred bucks at the very least for the equipment, and that’s not even counting the trimmings, e.g., special classes, coaching and whatnot. Remember the point where we said that Crossfit are like cults? This is part of the scheme.

And while Crossfit gyms say that they have to ratchet up the costs because their coaches have to pay a thousand bucks for every certification they take and for quality purposes, it’s a classic example of the ends not justifying the means.

Yeah, yeah, we know that gyms limit each class to a maximum of 20, and programming requires a lot of time and resources, but sometimes you just have to ask yourself- is that huge money sink really worth it? No matter the physical discipline you choose, the results will depend on hard work, dedication and sticking with the plan.

Don’t get locked in and pay exorbitant fees just so you can get in with the ‘elite’ crowd, because that’s just BS. Stick to what you like doing. Stick to your budget or anything that can get you off the couch. Your chances of success will be better.

Hopefully, you’ll have learned an invaluable lesson and not just blindly hop on the bandwagon. Crossfit shouldn’t be taken lightly, especially for those who are on a budget or out of shape. Any other workout should be fine as long as you put in the effort and strive for consistency.

Our advice? Don’t do it! It has a few nasty downsides, some of which can put your body out of commission.

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