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I see that many people are viewing the discussion without dropping by
to discuss their sentiments. I even see that "lc" spent the time to
make a long-winded post on nytimes.com, where he/she even made mention
of this discussion group, but apparently decided that they would
rather pursue a more one-sided argument medium. Why are you
suggesting that we talk about power? Did I ever mention that "power"
was a goal in my training? Should "power" be a goal for the average
citizen? You guys really confuse your motivations and goals with that
of the general public. Are you aware that the average person cannot
even sustain a low-to-moderate intensity workout for any length of
time. Your workout regimens are not realistic. Strength training
without proper emphasis on form leads to muscle imbalances, especially
when dealing with maximal effort (notice I have said maximal effort,
and NOT maximal weight, which are NOT the same). Training should be
done only to the point where you are unable to maintain postural
control. Have you ever heard of the cumulative injury cycle?
Granted, as you mentioned, this can occur with any strength training
program that is implemented without the proper instruction, but you're
missing the point- that the majority of crossfitters are garnering
their workout information directly from the website, which gives very
basic and sometimes esoteric instruction. "A little knowledge is a
dangerous thing". Just because you read that you are supposed to move
your body in a certain way doesn't mean that when you actually perform
the exercise that your body will be moving in that way. I have never
met a crossfit trainer, so I cannot attest to their qualifications in
one-on-one instruction. As I mentioned in my post on nytimes.com, I
believe that crossfit is a laudable workout regimen for police,
military, firemen, professional and Olympic athletes. As a fitness
regimen for the regular population, it is still highly dubious.