CROSSFIT + WEIGHTLIFTING

CrossFit is a sport requiring multiple aspects of strength, mobility, cardiovascular fitness and coordination. With so many aspects of performance required, it makes sense that there is significant strain placed on the body.

Our practitioner team understands CrossFit, with many of our staff participating in the sport as well. We understand the demands placed on the body both through the musculoskeletal system, as well as nutritional and physiological needs.

We understand that many CrossFit participants don’t want to be told, to “just rest” until it feels better. They don’t want to hear that they should stop training because “it’s bad for you”.

CrossFit, particularly when undertaken with good coaching and programming, is an excellent form of whole body training and can boost health, fitness and overall wellbeing markedly. Therefore, we want to keep you training as best we can.

Our team can play a vital role in helping individuals who participate in CrossFit by providing personalised care, injury prevention strategies, rehabilitation, and education.

Here are some ways our physios can help treat injuries, improve performance, and aim to prevent problems from arising:



Assessment and Movement Analysis

Injury Prevention:

• Design and implement tailored warm-up routines to prepare the body for the demands of CrossFit workouts.
• Provide personalised exercise programs focusing on strength, stability, and flexibility to address weaknesses and prevent injuries.
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Technique Correction:

• Offer guidance on proper form and technique for common CrossFit exercises to reduce the risk of overuse injuries and optimize performance.
• Use video analysis to provide visual feedback on movement patterns.
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Rehabilitation:

• Develop individualised rehabilitation programs for individuals recovering from injuries sustained during CrossFit training.
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Manual Therapy:

• Massage and Soft Tissue Techniques
• Joint Mobilisation
• Dry Needling
• Myofascial Cupping
• Myofascial Release
• Trigger Point Release
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Flexibility and Mobility Training:

• Prescribe stretching and mobility exercises to improve range of motion and joint flexibility.
• Incorporate dynamic stretching routines to enhance mobility before workouts.
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Education:

• Educate individuals on the importance of listening to their bodies and recognizing early signs of overtraining or fatigue.
• Provide guidance on recovery strategies, including adequate rest, sleep, and nutrition.
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Load Management:

• Help individuals manage training intensity, volume, and frequency to prevent overtraining and reduce the risk of overuse injuries.
• Advise on appropriate progressions for skill development.
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CrossFit Program Modification:

• Collaborate with CrossFit coaches to modify workouts based on an individual's physical condition, limitations, or rehabilitation needs.
• Suggest alternative exercises to allow participation while minimizing injury risk.
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Long-Term Health Promotion:

• Emphasise the importance of a well-rounded approach to fitness that includes strength training, cardiovascular exercise, flexibility, and recovery.
• Promote a mindset of sustainable training practices to support long-term health and fitness goals.
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By integrating these approaches, we can help individuals enjoy the benefits of CrossFit while minimising the risk of injury and promoting overall health and well-being.

If you are struggling with an injury, or would like to improve your mobility or stability, book a time to see one of our physios and start feeling better ASAP.

If you are in need of nutritional advice or help to fuel and recover better, book in a time with our Naturopath, Nicki.