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(T/F) While there is a single definition for CrossFit, a conversational explanation may work best prior to
an athlete's first exposure. - ✔✔True
Clearly defining CrossFit as constantly varied functional movement executed at high intensity allows us
to: - ✔✔1)dispel any myths or misconceptions about the program.
2)use the program to effectively train ourselves.
3)use the program to effectively train others.
The foundation of any fitness program is: - ✔✔the movements it includes on a regular basis.
KEY POINTS: DESCRIBING FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENTS - ✔✔1)Functional movements are natural. They
follow universal motor recruitment patterns that create a wave of contraction from core to extremity.
2)
Functional movements are compound yet irreducible.
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, 3)
Functional movements are essential to independent living and a high quality of life.
4)
Functional movements are safe relative to their non-functional counterparts.
Functional movements are considered natural human movement patterns based on which of the
following? - ✔✔Life demands we perform them. They are built into our DNA.
Functional movements are based on ___________ yet irreducible movement patterns. - ✔✔compound
Natural - ✔✔No formal instruction is needed to perform the movement
Essential - ✔✔Rehabilitation for decrepitude
Universal motor recruitment patterns - ✔✔A universal sequencing of motor units
Safe - ✔✔Relatively low-risk at and above 1-repetition-maximum loads
Compound yet irreducible - ✔✔A multi-joint movement that creates a response greater than the sum of
its parts
Core to extremity - ✔✔A relay of contraction from large to small movers of the body
KEY POINTS: DEFINING FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENTS - ✔✔1
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