The Moves

Question 1

How many foundational movements are there?

Answer 1

Nine

Question 2

What are the foundational movements?

Answer 2

Air Squat, Front Squat, Overhead Squat
Shoulder Press, Push Press, Push Jerk
Deadlift, Sumo Deadlift High Pull, Medicine Ball Clean

Question 3

Why does CrossFit teach these nine movements?

Answer 3

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Question 4

What are the common movement themes?

Answer 4

Midline Stability (MLS)
Posterior Chain Engagement (PCE)
Core To Extremity (C2E)
Range Of Motion (ROM)
Active Shoulder (AS)