CrossFit 440

What is CrossFit?

CrossFit is a fitness program for everyone:  seniors, men, women – all ages.  When you come to a CrossFit 440 class, you will train with a class, led by a CrossFit Certified Trainer. Your trainer will help you achieve proper form, scaling of weights and intensity to help you to get the most out of every workout.  You get the best of both worlds:  the attention of trainer and the motivation of your peers.

Each CrossFit workout is different and you will learn to use equipment like Barbells, kettlebells, medicine balls, weights, rings, boxes and even PVC pipe.  The movements are movements that you already do:  squat, lift, push, pull, run, etc. This is known as functional fitness.

You & CrossFit 440
CrossFit 440 is here to help you meet any of your fitness needs. Whether you are varying your routine, trying to lose a few pounds or getting ready for an event, CrossFit 440 can help you achieve your goals.

Why CrossFit?
Participate in CrossFit classes and events if you want to achieve true fitness. Read this article by the founder of CrossFit to better understand what this means.

How is this different from my neighborhood gym?
Everyday you come in, you will be doing something new and the programming is done for you. When you come to a CrossFit 440 class, you will train with a class, led by a CrossFit Certified Trainer.

What is a WOD?
WOD stands for Workout of the Day.

What if I can’t do an excercise in the workout?
Your CrossFit Trainer will help you modify the movement or substitute the movement.  (This is what we refer to as “scaling”.)  For example, you may not be able to do pull ups. Your trainer will help you to use a pull up band for assisted pull ups or substitute an alternative movement for you, like reverse ring rows, to make sure you’re still getting the best workout for you. This also ensures that you work toward eventually doing all of the movements you set goals to do.

How do I get started?
If you are new to CrossFit please contact Ben to schedule an individual or small group CrossFit Basics class. In this session you will learn the foundational movements you need to safely participate in our regular classes. Cost for the CrossFit Basics class is $25 per person.

Your Coaches

Ben Parks

• NSCA-CPT
• Crossfit Level 1
• USA Weightlifting Level 1 Sports Performance Coach
• Hardstyle Kettlebell Certified
• Kettlebell Concepts Level 1 Instructor
• AHA Basic Life Support Instructor

Jim Marino is a CrossFit Level 1 Certified Trainer and has been doing CrossFit since 2006. He joined a CrossFit gym in 2008 and knew that he wanted to bring CrossFit to his immediate community.

• Level 1 CrossFit Certification
• USA Weightlifting Level 1 Sports Performance Coach
• CrossFit Nutrition Certification
• Marine Corp Martial Arts Program – Brown Belt Instructor
• American Heart Association – CPR Certified