Why Be On a Fitness Team? I am often asked, “why be on a fitness team, when this is an individual sport?”. I agree, this is an individual sport! When it comes down to show time, it is you, and you alone that is standing on that stage in 6 inch heels wearing the tiniest swimsuit decently possible. You are up there putting yourself, and your body on the line.…
They are able to distinguish themselves through several different events. Before the CrossFit games were created there was no true fitness test, other events have tried and failed to accurately portray fitness, missing several key fitness indicators. However, the CrossFit games reign supreme…
The structure of the essay, “Crossfit: The new fitness craze has a lot to tell us about late western capitalism,” by Eleanor Robinson follows a simple two part division of comparison and factual data that efficiently coincide with one another to create an argumentative essay. This essay is split into several paragraphs, however many of the paragraphs pair up with one another to capture the same central idea. The introduction of the essay introduces the writing style of the author, which is very informal, dramatic, and opinionated, as well as explains to the reader what the essay will be about, which is in this essay the disapproval of CrossFit as a fitness trend. Robinson explains in this section (very broadly, for it is still part of the introduction), in her opinion, the negative aspects of CrossFit that stand it out from other fitness trends such as, “[CrossFit is] running, jumping, and lifting things until you vomit or make it to a higher astral plane based on the mind cleansing properties of extreme pain.”…
College Writing: Thought “CrossFit is famous for its extreme workouts and lax commitment to keeping participants alive,” is the argument that Eleanor Robinson suggests throughout her persuasive essay, “CrossFit: The new fitness craze has a lot to tell us about western capitalism.” Robinson’s negative opinion on CrossFit is indisputable throughout her essay, as she believes the new fitness trend is dangerous and potentially threatening to the health for those who partake in the trend. The thought processes Robinson had while writing this essay complements her opinion, as her sense of self, or thought, are manifested through her essay’s style, structure, and voice. For example, Robinson’s use of humor and examples in her essay relate to her…
The Open 17.2 Crossfit has taken the fitness world by storm. Not only because its popular, but also because it has changed the meaning of fitness. Crossfit was formally established in 2000 it was founded by Greg Glassman a teenage gymnast. Per (Burt, 2013) “The Godfather Greg Glassman”, Glassman grew up in Woodland Hills, a suburb of Los Angeles in San Fernando Valley. At the Glassman household, education trumped everything.…
CrossFit is a quickly growing division in the athletic community. Created in 2000, the sport was developed to strengthen the human body while also improving its mobility. All CrossFit workouts are based on the core movements of life. These movements reflect the aspects of gymnastics, weightlifting, running, rowing and more. There are three main different kinds of workouts for both the professional and average crossfitter.…
However, while the subjects improved cardiorespiratory fitness and body composition, all blood lipid measurements were either unmoved or negatively effected. I agree with the researcher’s conclusions because the experiments and measurements match what he is saying. I think that a Crossfit-based exercise program could help most people lose weight and gain muscle. However, I would recommend following a different diet based on the negative results the diet had on many other…
In “Fitness Culture: A Growing Trend in America”, Sheila McClain gives several key points on how today’s society has increased its interest in physical fitness. With a larger and diverse group of people gaining interest in wanting to become physically fit. The appeal of exercising and eating healthy has become more popular to people of all ages and diversities. McClain states that, “Research linking fitness to health and longevity has led to the growth of the “fitness culture” in America.” (415)…
Everyday people are failing to realize that physical activity helps to keep a healthy body through weight, bone strength, muscle/joint, and overall mental well-being. As technology increases the public grows lazier with transportation,…
An issue that is hot debate is whether people should play sports. A lot of people say that there is a chance that you could get a concussion, hurt, or even worse, you could die. In sports, you take risks all the time. Just stepping onto the field is a risk. But just because there is a risk does not mean you quit.…
Most of the time, when we hear the word “gym”, we associate that word with exercising, getting in shape, lifting weights, losing weight, or staying healthy. We think of that because that is the main purpose of a gym. The standard norm of any gym is to exercise and stay healthy. The majority of the people who goes to the gym usually wear clothes specifically for the gym that are more comfortable and allow them to do movements which with regular casual clothes would be more difficult to do. We also assume that the people that go to the gym frequently follow a healthy diet to get in shape, stay in shape, or lose weight.…
Youth sports have been a very popular recreation in America. It allows kids to have the chance to play a sport at a young age. However, many of the kids only play a single sport, and the types of adults that either spectate or coach youth sports are mainly split into two opposing sides. One half helps the kids to succeed in the sport they are playing and let the kid choose if they want to play that sport, and the other half force the child to play a sport that they may not like and gravitate towards the child’s every mistake like a moth to a flame. This can cause many problems for the child and can often be overwhelming.…
Participation in sports has become common among children and adults. Youth sports are a fun way for kids under 18 to participate in sports and have fun doing what they love. Some people argue that youth sports teach young athletes the value of teamwork and leadership. Others argue that youth sports have become too intense and competitive. I believe that youth sports have become too intense and competitive because of the increased injuries in young athletes and the attitude of parents and coaches towards the children.…
When the term “student athlete” comes to mind what are some of thoughts that pop across people’s heads? Do they see someone who is always lifting weights, the popular kid in school, or a so called “dumb jock”? These are some of the stereotypes that we have of athletes. Sports have more of a positive impact on children that can improve many aspects of their lives. “The potential for sport participation to improve graduation rates, keep students in school longer and increase daily attendance should lead administrators to adamantly support interscholastic sport.”…
SPECIFIC PURPOSE: I want my audience to understand the effects of exercise on mental health. THESIS: Exercise can improve mental health through reversing cognitive decline, lessening anxiety, and improving self esteem. INTRODUCTION: When I was younger, I never could have imagined growing up to be someone who finds peace through exercise. I always loved to play soccer, but I could never understand people who found exercise to be relaxing.…