I’ll have to ask around. For a while it seemed like there was a CF box on every corner here, now there are fewer.
I’d like to try it because it is something new and different, but also to see if it strengthens and challenges me in new ways. For example, I like to run and swim and even bike, but am not a fan of weights or HiT type stuff. Seems like once a year I resolve to start lifting weights but it doesn’t stick. Maybe lifting heavy objects in a CF setting would be more appealing to me.
@Lizardly CF is definitely not for everyone. CF does require commitment, some love it, many quit. Just an FYI though, the CrossFit definition is “functional movements that are constantly varied at high intensity.” So, HIIT is part and parcel to CF. And one of their mantras is “routine is the enemy.” I find it fun, exciting and challenging. And I’m still learning new skills. They won’t start you with anything heavier than you can handle. But watch out, you may get 6-pack abs. Lots of core training and squats! 
If you scroll down, then you’ll see the basic movements. All can be scaled to your skill level. As another example, not many folks can do pull-ups, but with those big rubber “helper” bands, you can progress towards a pull-up.
https://www.crossfit.com/exercisedemos/
BTW, the CrossFit Games will be televised August 3-6 from the UWisc in Madison, WI. These competitors are the elite athletes in CF. They must be prepared to swim, run, lift weights and do all sorts of complex movements. It’s a great watch.
@Bromfield2 Whoa, bench pressing 120 lbs is alot of weight for any gender or age. That’s tremendous.
@ohiopublic Thank you for the recommendations. I will definitely take a look at those shoes.
MOWC, those Huma gels were great! Thank you for the recommendation. They really kept me going.
Yay, bus!!!
I wonder if it’s ever too late to start! My Pilates studio does a pre and post natal program that focuses on this very issue but it’s usually for women who have recently given birth. Thanks for posting, Bunsen!
I wonder the same thing. 
I will have to dig into this a bit deeper!
And for us men who don’t have the post-natal issues, did my (formerly!) big beer belly create the same condition?
I have been “struggling” to eliminate that last excess skin pouch but it seems like it is taking forever. I’m not necessarily trying to lose it for vanity reasons but because I don’t want any excess weight. I’m seriously considering a tummy tuck procedure if it is possible? and doesn’t have any short or long term effects on my training!
Did you check out the bodies, specifically the tummies, of the CrossFit Games competitors, both female and male, in the 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59 and 60+ age groups this past weekend? ^:)^
“if we hope to have workouts reduce our appetite, we may wish to increase the intensity or, even more, the duration of each session”
Thanks for posting! Interesting study. I have a study with N= 1. When I ran for longer than 30-40 minutes or when I was really exhausting myself running as fast as I could on the treadmill for 30-40 minutes, my appetite was quite suppressed.
Interesting, but doesn’t seem to be the case with me. I’m almost always hungry, it seems, but maybe because the study focused on just running, where running is just a part of my exercise routine.
Thanks for posting.
Running suppresses my appetite, too, but just until my body temp goes back down. Although sometimes it takes a full day to come roaring back.
Trying to build back mileage slowly to get ready for Oct 1 10k. I figure once I am doing 25-30 miles a week for a few weeks then I can start doing hills and speed work. So far this week I’m at 18 miles; plan on 6-7 tomorrow then maybe 6-7 Saturday. Is the 10% increase per week what everyone uses as a guide to increase mileage?
I think the 10% rule is a good one and one that I’ve tried to follow.
Running in the heat suppresses my appetite! So ready for fall. We’ve had some unseasonably cool temperatures the past few days which have felt wonderful. I’m trying to do more weights and circuit classes - not my favorite, but I need to do more than running and Pilates.
@Classof2015 – I know the 10% rule works for a lot of people, but it does NOT work for me. 5% is about the most I can do without getting injured or too sore. What has worked is 5% more mileage AND extra cross-training–swimming or cycling.
@dmd77 – interesting – thank you! I could definitely see getting on a bike in addition to running. I now have access to a gym so I could add another type of workout too. Especially since I’m budgeting two skip days from running. Appreciate the tip.
I’m the other extreme. I do more like 20% when I’m building back up. so- if I run 20 miles one week, I could easily add 4 or 5 to that the next week. I don’t go from a 5 to a 10 mile run, though. I spread out the mileage.
^and no injuries or strains? I guess if it works for you, that’s great! Takes a lot less time, that’s for sure.
I think there’s a big difference in increasing weekly mileage versus increasing the distance of the long run. I am like MOWC, I increase weekly mileage in large increments. But the Saturday long runs, I generally only go up a mile or two at most each week. Like 10 to 11 to 12, bounce back to 9, then 13, 14, 15, etc.