Crossfit Can Fix Stress & Anxiety
Start writing a post
Health and Wellness

Crossfit Can Fix Stress & Anxiety

Everyone who claims to be stressed should allow themselves to get lost in the workout.

1107
Crossfit Can Fix Stress & Anxiety
Pexels

Many people have anxiety and stress. And most college students will say that that are stressed or identify with having anxiety. There are many things that can solve stress and anxiety like medications, oils, songs, creams, naps, screaming, ice cream, Jesus, cuddling, etc ect. BUT what if I told you a good stress relief and an escape from anxiety is Crossfit.

Yes, you read that correctly. Crossfit allows people to escape into their workout and focus on goals. Stress goes out the window, and anxiety leaves when you realize that everyone in the room is just an nervous and worried of failure...BUT everyone has their own personal goals and they're only focused on themselves. You are able to go into a zone and only focus on YOU.

Most coaches at a Crossfit facility tell new comers that they must leave their pride and 'coolness' at the door. Doing duck walks, monkey crawls, or screaming because you can't quit is just some of the things that happen and pride cannot be present.

According to http://www.crossfitdefined.com/what-is-crossfit/ Crossfit is a core strength and conditioning program and include the following:

  • Cardiovascular and Respiratory Endurance
  • Stamina
  • Strength
  • Flexibility
  • Power
  • Speed
  • Coordination
  • Agility
  • Balance
  • Accuracy

Crossfit is made for all ages and all body types. The misconception is that you must be 'fit' going not into the program. That is wrong, your coach will modify your skills and adjust to your limits.

As far as anxiety and stress goes, when you walk into the building you automatically forget your stresses of the week. You mentally get ready to push yourself and prove to yourself you can do anything your coach throws at you that day. Crossfit pushes skill yes, but it pushes you mentally overall.

So why Crossfit and not a gym membership? Allow me to set up a scenario to explain why Crossfit is the better option.

At a gym, people usually go workout by themselves. Some have a set routine, others have an idea of what muscles they want to work that day, but most people go to the gym to do cardio, do some abs, or lift some weights until they get tired. Then they get home.

At Crossfit, you never work out alone. People are always there encourage you, or even better doing it with you. When you arrive, a set schedule and agenda is given, and you work 110% til you finish. If you get tired, quitting is NEVER an option. You push and you fight and the people around you encourage you to keep going. Crossfit trains your mind and muscles to not stop until you're finished and you're not quitting till you're finished.

Focusing on the goal and completing your workout makes your mind set on that alone. Once your in the zone at Crossfit, your stress and anxiety are able to disappear.

Everyone should try Crossfit.


Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

57566
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

37082
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less
Adulting

Unlocking Lake People's Secrets: 15 Must-Knows!

There's no other place you'd rather be in the summer.

958810
Group of joyful friends sitting in a boat
Haley Harvey

The people that spend their summers at the lake are a unique group of people.

Whether you grew up going to the lake, have only recently started going, or have only been once or twice, you know it takes a certain kind of person to be a lake person. To the long-time lake people, the lake holds a special place in your heart, no matter how dirty the water may look.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Top 10 Reasons My School Rocks!

Why I Chose a Small School Over a Big University.

191386
man in black long sleeve shirt and black pants walking on white concrete pathway

I was asked so many times why I wanted to go to a small school when a big university is so much better. Don't get me wrong, I'm sure a big university is great but I absolutely love going to a small school. I know that I miss out on big sporting events and having people actually know where it is. I can't even count how many times I've been asked where it is and I know they won't know so I just say "somewhere in the middle of Wisconsin." But, I get to know most people at my school and I know my professors very well. Not to mention, being able to walk to the other side of campus in 5 minutes at a casual walking pace. I am so happy I made the decision to go to school where I did. I love my school and these are just a few reasons why.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments