What To Expect

Workouts are an hour long from beginning to end and start with a group warm-up led by the coach. The warm-up is followed by an explanation of the workout followed by skills practice and coaching of the various exercises included in the workout. The coach will tailor the weight, reps, and movements in the workout to your fitness level. We will all start the Workout of the Day (WOD) together, but everyone will move at their own pace. We encourage friendly competition and cheering each other on. The actual workouts are between 5-40 minutes of work with an average of approximately 15-20 minutes. After the workout, we will record our results in our log books and you can post results on the CrossFit Persidio blog. Then, as a team, we will cool down and stretch.

 At CrossFit Persidio who will not be left alone to decipher pictures on a machine and do 3 sets of 10. You will receive quality instruction from coaches who are invested in the development of your athletic potential and helping you obtain your fitness goals in a safe and effective manner. At CrossFit Persidio we implement various strategies to help our clients attain their fitness goals, from nutrition counseling to experienced coaching on complex movements.

 Athletes who train at CrossFit Persidio will learn the benefits of Olympic weightlifting, power lifting, kettlebells and basic gymnastic and body weight movements. We focus our attention on effectively coaching our athletes to move efficiently, realize their athletic potential and achieve their fitness goals.


Expect to:
  •  Have fun
  •  Learn how to properly (and safely) workout
  •  Receive a high level of coaching from a professional trainer
  •  Improve athletic performance, physique and overall fitness
  •  Make new friends

What is Expected of You:
  • To show up. Most clients work out 3+ days per week.
  • Leave your ego at the door. It is most important to workout at “your” level.
  • Arrive on time, with a good attitude, open mind, readiness to learn and desire to work hard.
  • Constantly strive to improve.
  • Train consistently. There is no “magic pill.” Workout often and you will get fit.
  • Represent our community with integrity and pride.

Class Duration

Each class lasts one hour. You can expect a 10-minute dynamic warm up, 10 minutes of skill work related to the movements we’ll do in that day’s workout, followed by the Workout of the Day (WOD). We always cool down together and leave time to work on our flexibility and mobility.

What To Wear

Comfortable clothes that you can workout in that will allow you to go through full ranges of motion without restriction. As for shoes, any type of athletic shoe will suffice, however most people prefer flat soled training shoes or Olympic Lifting shoes for the weightlifting portion of out workouts.

*Important Ego Check*
CrossFit can be as intense as you make it. Only you know what you’re capable of. Remember to be realistic about your current fitness level as you are getting started.
We suggest you ease your way into the program by following these tips:
  • Listen to your body! If you’re physically hurting and risking injury, STOP what you’re doing.
  • It is OK to take breaks for survival during CrossFit workouts.
  • Proper form or movement mechanics comes first.
  • Repeat proper form over and over.
  • Increase intensity by increasing speed, weight or volume of reps ONLY after steps 1 and 2 are constant.
  • NEVER compromise form to improve your time!
  • It is more than OK to use lighter weight on workouts to maintain proper form. If you use lighter weight just so you can “win” the fastest time, that’s when it’s not cool.
  • This is about self-improvement, not self-promotion. Leave your ego at the door and make the intensity level the best you can vs. comparing yourself to others.

 Still not sure what to expect? Come watch a workout and see what it is all about.

 Feel free to call us at 1 (830) 279-5914 or email us at crossfitpersidio@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.

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