Muscular Strength, Power, and Endurance Adaptations after Two Different University Fitness Classes.

Physical activity (PA) classes help college students add weekly PA, which can help improve health and maintain body weight. Traditional weight training (TWT) can improve strength and aerobic capacity. High-intensity functional training such as CrossFit (CF) provides time-efficient workouts with both muscle strengthening and aerobic exercises.

Multiple Fitness Improvements Found after 6-Months of High Intensity Functional Training.

While short-term high intensity functional training (HIFT) effects have been established, fitness improvements from program participation exceeding 16 weeks are unknown. This study examined the effectiveness of participation in HIFT through CrossFit. During 2013-2014, fitness performance testing was incorporated into an ongoing university CrossFit program.

Mapping Coaches' Views of Participation in CrossFit to the Integrated Theory of Health Behavior Change and Sense of Community.

Group-based training through CrossFit has recently exploded in popularity. Anecdotally, participants often make lifestyle changes and experience improved fitness. Participation factors were mapped to the Integrated Theory of Health Behavior Change and "sense of community" constructs.