The Benefits and Risks of CrossFit: A Systematic Review

With the increase in popularity of the CrossFit exercise program, occupational health nurses may be asked questions about the appropriateness of CrossFit training for workers. This systematic literature review was conducted to analyze the current research on CrossFit, and assess the benefits and ris...

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Published in:AAOHN journal 2017-12, Vol.65 (12), p.612-618
Main Authors: Meyer, Jena, Morrison, Janet, Zuniga, Julie
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Adults
Education, Continuing
Exercise - physiology
Exercise Tolerance - physiology
Health Promotion
Humans
Literature reviews
Medical personnel
Nurses
Nursing
Occupational health
Risk Assessment - methods
Risk-Taking
Training
Workers
Wounds and Injuries - epidemiology
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Summary:With the increase in popularity of the CrossFit exercise program, occupational health nurses may be asked questions about the appropriateness of CrossFit training for workers. This systematic literature review was conducted to analyze the current research on CrossFit, and assess the benefits and risks of this exercise strategy. Thirteen studies (N = 2,326 participants) examined the use of CrossFit training among adults; CrossFit is comparable to other exercise programs with similar injury rates and health outcomes. Occupational health nurses should assess previous injuries prior to recommending this form of exercise. Ideal candidates for CrossFit are adults who seek high-intensity exercise with a wide variety of exercise components.
ISSN:2165-0799
2165-0969
DOI:10.1177/2165079916685568