CrossFit Etiquette

Getting started in CrossFit is hard.  New exercises, new words, new people.  Then throw in loud music and a coach telling you what to do and you probably feel like your head is spinning.  Am I right?  

Well, your coaches try to make it as easy as possible to get started but sometimes it just takes some time to get used to all the new stuff.  Below you’ll find a list of common CrossFit Gym etiquette tips so you can feel a little more comfortable on how to navigate the gym and the unspoken expectations of your coaches.  

Take a look below and try to absorb the 31 most common gym etiquette tips! 

1. Arrive early for class. Please don’t be late.  
2. Don’t drop a barbell while unloading it
3. Wipe down equipment after using
4. Put your equipment away
5. Pay attention when coach is talking
6. Don’t have a conversation mid-workout
7. Introduce yourself to newcomers
8. In raining/snowing conditions – bring your CrossFit shoes to the gym
9. Chalk belongs in the bucket or on your hands – not the floor
10. Don’t walk in front of someone while they’re lifting
11. Be considerate of others’ space
12. Try to avoid “ghost-riding” the bar
13. Don’t let the handle fly off the rower
14. If you put chalk on equipment for a workout, take it off afterwards
15. Take the chalk off your barbell
16. Platforms aren’t for WOD’s.  Lifting only
17. Don’t spit on the floor
18. Please recycle
19. Encourage other athletes
20. Be accountable. Don’t cheat on reps, finish the workout you started.
21. Be coachable. Learn how to respond to verbal and visual cues to enhance your experience and performance
22. Encourage each other (yes, it’s in here twice)
23. Walk into the gym with a positive attitude.
24. Be grateful
25. Pick up after your kids, or help them pick up their things
26. Do your part to keep the bathroom clean
27. Give high-fives to each other after class
28. Kids are kids, but please make sure they behave
29. Don’t be late for class (yes, it’s in here twice)
30. Remove the J-hooks while doing wall balls
31. Minimize distractions – cell phone, etc

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