How are CrossFit WODs named?
CrossFit workouts of the day (WODs) are known for their unique and often cryptic names. But how exactly are these names chosen?
CrossFit founder Greg Glassman has said that the WODs are named after:
- People: Individuals who have made significant contributions to the CrossFit community, such as athletes, coaches, and affiliates.
- Places: Locations that are special to the CrossFit community, such as CrossFit gyms or competition venues.
- Events: Historical events that are relevant to the CrossFit community, such as the CrossFit Games or certain competitions.
- Acronyms: Combinations of letters that represent specific exercises or movements included in the WOD.
- Random words: Words that have no particular meaning but sound catchy or are simply fun to say.
Some popular CrossFit WODs named after people include "Fran" (after Fran Allison, a CrossFit athlete), "Karen" (after Karen Woellner, a CrossFit athlete), and "Murph" (after Navy Lieutenant Michael Murphy, a CrossFit athlete who died in combat). Place-based WODs include "Grace" (after the CrossFit gym in Maryland where it originated), "Annie" (after CrossFit New England), and "Isabel" (after San Isabel Mountain in Colorado).
Event-inspired WODs include "Helen" (after the 2007 CrossFit Games), "Diane" (after the 2008 CrossFit Games), and "Filthy 50" (after a 2007 workout at the CrossFit Games). Acronym-based WODs include "DT" (deadlift, thruster), "Cindy" (clean, pull-ups), and "Nancy" (knees to chest, air squats).
FAQs
- What is a WOD? A CrossFit workout of the day, typically consisting of a series of exercises performed for a set number of repetitions or time.
- Why are WODs named the way they are? To honor individuals, places, events, or simply for creativity and catchiness.
- Who names the WODs? Greg Glassman, the founder of CrossFit.
- Can I suggest a WOD name? Yes, CrossFit allows members to submit suggestions through their website.
- What are some of the most popular WOD names? Fran, Karen, Murph, Grace, Annie, Isabel, Helen, Diane, Filthy 50, DT, Cindy, Nancy.
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