Acute physiological responses during crossfit® workouts

Abstract

The aims of the present study were to describe the acute physiological and perceptual response of two typical CrossFit® workouts of the day (WODs) and to investigate whether the physical demands of these WODs meet the criteria laid down by the ACSM to improving and maintaining cardiovascular fitness in healthy adults. Methodology: ten healthy subjects (Age: 30±4.2 years) volunteered to participate in a study including laboratory incremental treadmill test and two CrossFit® WODs (e.g., “Fran” and “Cindy”). Measurements included subjects’ oxygen uptake (VO2), heart rate (HR), blood lactate (LA) and ratings of perceived exertion (RPE). Results: significant differences (P10 mmol-1; RPE values >8), together with the lack of research in this topic, the safety has not been defined for such programs.