At present there is a question that arises more, and generates more debate than the typical, of "the potato tortilla, with or without onion?". And that question is whether it is better to go to lifetime gymnasium or change it to a Box of crossfit.

In this article we are going to tell you the main similarities and differences between both options and also their benefits so that you can decide according to your tastes and objectives. Thus, when you finish reading it, you will have it tan Of course, you now have the tortilla or how you had the "Cao or Nesquik tail?"

Differences and similarities between the crossfit and the gym

Similarities

The main point in common between both personal training modalities is that The two will help improve your health. They will help you be a more active, healthy, disciplined and persevering person. In addition, they are not exclusive, that is, you can practice both disciplines and complement them. For example: if you notice that with your training of crossfit You do not work a certain muscle as much as you would like, you can solve it with a machine session in your favorite fitness room.

Another similarity between crossfit, The gym and any other type of training or sport is that you will not see All the results you expect if you do not combine it with adequate diet, constancy and an active life beyond the time that the training lasts.

In addition, as you will see throughout the article, Box or gym, you will improve your strength and muscle mass and reduce fat. Of course, in each case in a different way. Also, either of the two techniques will help you with stress, energy levels and sleep. But there is something that interests you more than the similarities between both options. Your differences.

Differences:

We tell you to have them clear before opting for one option or another. One of the main differences is that in it crossfit Muscle chains are worked, while the gym focuses on working isolated muscles. Or what is the same, the crossfit performs more functional movements, such as lift dead weight, that works many muscles at the same time, while the gym prioritizes specific areas such as biceps, Abdominals, back...

Both in a box and in a fitness room, you will find dumbbells, kettlebells, bars, bench press, etc., But other machines and accessories are more typical of one of the two disciplines, such as the plyometric drawer or the Rope, which are widely used in crossfit, or the running ribbons that are common in the gyms.

Although the two options help tone and stylize the figure, the gym is more focused on this goal, being the aesthetic results somewhat more "resultons" (if we understand as aesthetic results what have sold us for decades). On the contrary, he crossfit prioritizes having a better physical condition, being stronger on a day -to -day basis, noticing perhaps less at the aesthetic level, but more for life.

Of course, a more functional body is achieved, which necessarily favors itself more slender and vigorous. Now we tell you the advantages of each of these two personal training modalities.

Advantages crossfit vs. gym

• He crossfit It is a high intensity training, so the results and the burning of calories are practically assured. In addition, the coach constantly guides you so that the rhythm or technique does not relax. However, in the gym, many people have a hard time seeing results and are somewhat lost during training.

• It is a very complete sport in which the body is worked in an integral way, while in the gym you work isolated areas.

• It is one of the most varied and dynamic disciplines. It is difficult to lose motivation or get bored because until you get to class you don't know what you are going to do and it takes a long time to repeat the same training. This is very different from the gym, where it is common to see people who get tired of doing the same daily and ends up leaving it.

• The results are quite fast compared to the gym, where they tend to be more in the medium or long term. This is another reason why it is easier to stay motivated in the crossfit than in the gym.

• It is done in collective classes: More than that, a community is created that encourages you to continue a little more when you notice to the limit. You motivate you while knowing people. In the gym it is usually more common than each one goes free and does not interact with the other users.

• Few machines are used, so, if you don't like them too much, you will be more at ease than in a fitness room.

• In crossfit The weightlifting (Training with high load weights together with a bar). This is complicated in many gyms due to lack of space, so the use of dumbbells of lower weight is more common.

• Because it is trained at high intensity, The classes of crossfit They usually have a lower duration That the musculation sessions in gym, so it is a good option when you have little time.

• Put your body to the limit, which makes your physical performance better. This is ideal if other contact or very demanding sports are practiced.

• Improve performance In all aspects: speed, power, strength, coordination, resistance ...

• The Wod They are designed so that you do not have to wait for another user to finish an exercise to do it. There are no waiting between exercises as in many gyms, where it is common to wait to use machines.

• He crossfit, More than a type of sport, it is a lifestyle.

Advantages of Gymnasium vs. crossfit

• The gym is ideal for those who like to go for free and take the time of training as its moment of disconnection of the world. They, sport and their favorite music. He crossfit forces you to work in collective classes (except in the Open Box moments, where each one training for free).

• In Fitness rooms you have the freedom of schedule (Although many times all users go at the same time and you have to share the machines), while in the boxes classes have an start and completion time. This can make gyms a better option when you do not want to depend on the schedules of the collective classes.

• The gyms (because they are more common) they are usually quite cheaper than the boxes.

• It is usually easier to find a fitness room near home or work than a box.

• You can perform the training more or less intense and customize it depending on your goals.

• Gym training is less risk of injury and does not require prior knowledge.

• It is perfect to recover from injuries, since focusing the work in the affected area.

• When working with machines and dumbbells, Every day you can concentrate work on muscles and let others rest.

• It's a Good method to notice improvements at aesthetic level.

• It helps increase muscle mass and strength.

• Strengthens bones increasing bone density and avoiding fractures.

• It is easier to avoid bad positions when training, since the machines guide the movements of the exercise.

What to choose?

In this life nothing is black or white, so when deciding what kind of training you practice, you must be clear:

• Your short, medium and long term objectives.
• Your tastes.
• Your schedules.
• Your physical state.

Once these factors have been valued, in our opinion, The best, provided that circumstances allow it, is to try both options. This is the best way to know what is more with you. You may get to the conclusion that the best thing you can do is combine both techniques in your day to day. With constancy, sacrifice, a healthy lifestyle and motivation, the results are practically assured with either type of training.

The important thing is that Never stop training. If you have already had the opportunity to try the two options, leave us a comment with your opinion and experience, thus help the undecided. 👇