| Hi Friend,
CrossFit often gets a bad rap and sometimes deservedly so. I physically cringe when I witness trainees pushed to exhaustion in the big compound moves, leaving them a panting, gibbering wreck. Down this dark and dangerous alley awaits injury and all manner of noxious nastiness.
Yet hang on... it's not all bad. The fitness community DOES have some things to thank CrossFit for, as you're about to discover.
One thing in particular is Every Minute on the Minute training (EMOMs). Introduced into the mainstream by CrossFit, this nifty strategy not only adds structure to your workouts but allows you to practice density training.
Why is this such a good thing?
Well, if your mission is to get as much work done in the least possible time, EMOMs and density training will take you there. Often overlooked, it is a useful weapon you should consider adding to your training arsenal.
So if you're new to EMOMs and density training, how do you go about setting something up?
Thankfully, it doesn't have to be complicated.
For example. You could take your 10 rep max in the deadlift and perform 3 reps at the top of every minute, then resting during the remaining time until the next minute. This bit is important: you get all the reps done WITH GOOD FORM, through the full range of motion and on the minute. No slacking. No idle daydreaming about the girl texting you on the treadmill.
And this bit is REALLY important: our goal here isn't to exhaust you. Our focus is centred on perfect performance of the important exercises.
But even more crucial than that, our aim is to utilise EMOMs and density training to provide you with the biggest bang for your weight training buck. And the really cool part? You don't have to become a panting, gibbering wreck to achieve it.
Until next time,
Squat for Glory!
Lee
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