Why I Do My Own CrossFit Programming
One thing you'll probably have noticed at CrossFit Murrayfield is that I actually take part in the classes.
Yes, I write the programming, but I also have to suffer through it like the rest of you!
There are a few reasons why I do this.
First off, I believe in what we do. I believe in the CrossFit methodology and the programming we provide. If I'm expecting you lot to turn up and do these workouts, I think it's only fair that I'm doing them too.
It also keeps me honest.
It's easy enough writing a workout. It's a different story when you're halfway through it, blowing out your backside, wondering which idiot thought this was a good idea. Then remembering it was me!
Doing the workouts tells me a lot more than just looking at them on paper. I get to see if the time caps work, how the movements feel together and whether we're getting the right stimulus.
I'm also not afraid to scale.
I don't always do RX, and I don't think I have to. Some days I'll change the weight, the movements or the reps to get the right stimulus for that day.
I want members to see that. Scaling isn't cheating or taking the easy option. It's about training properly and getting what you need from the workout.
And believe it or not, I actually enjoy being coached!
I spend most of my time telling other people what to do, so it's nice to have someone telling me what to do for a change.
I get corrected on my technique and pulled up on my reps just like everyone else. Although I'm pretty sure some of our coaches enjoy that a wee bit too much!
I also think it builds trust.
I'm not sitting on the sidelines asking members to do something I'm not prepared to do myself. I'm following the same programme, doing the same workouts and getting coached just like everyone else.
Plus, I genuinely enjoy training alongside our members. It's one of the best parts of running the gym.
So if you see me lying on the floor after a workout, just remember, I've only got myself to blame!
Wull
CrossFit Murrayfield