If you think content of the same gym bag enough to do CrossFit, no, you're not wrong! Actually, no particular purchase is necessary to start with, in fact, if you take too many things that you don't need, you're just wasting a lot of money.
Sneakers, Comfortable clothes it's a small towel they are more than enough to get on the track and make your WOD. The problem will come after the first week and the first month: your needs will increase and become more and more personal.
In the list that we show you today, here is the first part of some of the important (or fundamental) accessories which can serve when you begin to train, in order from those that (in all probability) will serve you less, up to those that will no doubt serve you more.
Keep following us: in the coming weeks you will have the opportunity to learn more about every single item listed here with lots of useful tips. So that's what can be used to do CrossFit.
Lumbar belt – You thought you only saw it on bodybuilders when you went to the gym, but the lumbar belt is quite useful for some weight lifting movements. force starting from the ground such as, for example, i deadlift. Do not take it by chance: it is very important that it is of the right size and size, so look for advice from people who already have one. It's a back support perfect: it will give you more security in high loads and protect you from abnormal twisting of the lower back. Don't abuse it though, your back must be strong and the more free it is, the better it will behave in dynamic movements.
A water bottle - This is obvious right? Maybe, but there aren't any activities that trigger sweating as much as CrossFit. Hydrating (in moderation) before and (abundantly) after training is essential. Better to drink immediately than to wait for the return home or the first bar. Keep it available close to you at room temperature: water is a central ally for our well-being just like oxygen.
The magnesite - Loved and discussed, the white powder of CrossFit is not for everyone, but it is definitely useful to those who have one abundant sweating on the palms of the hands. In some exercises having your hands too wet, if not accompanied by one pinch (made with three fingers) strong, it can cause you to slip during pull-ups or as you are about to perform one snatch. Use it, without abusing it, in solid or liquid form, very useful for those who want to use it only once and for good. It is almost always found inside the boxes, but having a personal envelope is not a bad idea.
Self-Massage Roller / Ball - It is true that this tool is often found inside the pits, in cylindrical or spherical shape, but having one to keep at home can save you the day. CrossFit workouts are pretty tough at times, so have an ally to deal with contractures and small pains, will give you joy. In any case, always keep the agreed numbers of the sports masseurs, osteopaths, physiotherapists and kinesiologists nearby. At medium-high level they will help you prevent and treat any physical, muscular and bone problems.
Paracals / gloves / hand patches - It is well known that those who do CrossFit have hands that are not a masterpiece of beauty, but like all things that affect your health and aesthetics, they must be treated. So here they will come in handy for many barbell or bar exercises, guards, gloves and hand patches. Experiment with them all before deciding which ones are right for you: many prefer the shoulder pads because it is lighter but only in particular exercises, there are those who use the glove directly to have complete protection of the hand and those who prefer to use the patches in the most exposed to small abrasions. Study and understand what it does for you.
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