Some of you might not be aware that CrossFit has another division specifically dedicated to endurance training. CrossFit offers a new and different training paradigm for both marathon runners and triathletes. In fact with the CrossFit endurance model one can train for Ultra IronMan Distances with only 6-8 hours of training per week.
The fitness world has seen a dramatic shift in how people should be trained for fat loss and the endurance world is about to experience an even bigger shift in how athletes should be trained. Traditionally in both fitness and competitive endurance sports the training paradigm was LSD or Long Slow Distance. While Long slow distance is excellent for increasing aerobic capacity and arguably fat mobilization (arguably because of the time it takes to get into the fat burning zone) but it has has many disadvantages. The disadvantages are Decreased muscle mass,Decreased strength, Decreased power, Decreased speed, Decreased anaerobic capacity, and decreased testosterone levels. So while long slow distance will increase aerobic capicity it will make you a worse athlete. Many marathon runners and triathletes can’t jump onto a 12″ inch box!
CrossFit Endurance gives us a new way of training that promises faster times, less repetitive use injury and shorter training times. CrossFit Endurance training also provides the following benefits, increased cardiovascular function, Decreased body fat, increased muscle mass, Increased strength,Increased power,Increased speed, and Increased anaerobic capacity. Frankly you become a better overall athlete in less time and your times get faster. Everyday we have testimonials of people who decide to go for a long run or bike and are stunned about how much faster they are without any specific endurance training.
You can learn more about CrossFit Endurance on their website at, CrossFitEndurance.com
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