Crossfit L1 - Programming Exam Questions With Correct Solutions

What is the goal of crossfit programming? - ANSWER-to increase fitness and GPP by blending structure and flexibility Define and give examples of 3 major movement modalities - ANSWER--M=metabolic conditioning or "cardio" to build stamina: run, bike, swim, row, jump rope -G=gymsastics, body weight exercises to improve body control; air squats, pull ups, push-ups, sit-ups -W=weightlifting, powerlifting, and olympic lifts to increase strength and power; deadlifts, cleans, snatch Define and give examples of common workout formats - ANSWER--single modality: rest is long and deliberate, focus is on improvement of the element not total metabolic effect -couplet modality; task is priority, elements are moderate to high intensity and work-rest management is critical -triplet modality: time priority, challenge is repeating cycles not difficulty or individual elements -priority: is task or time based Identify how to measure and increase in power in workouts - ANSWER--an increase in power is measured by reducing the time to complete the task -time priority: AMRAP moderate/high intensity; work/rest interval management is critical; and increase in power is measured by an increase in cycles