DOES CROSSFIT MAKE WOMEN BULKY??

[@amandachambers1171]

I loved that a portion of this video was devoted to encouraging women that they can get bulky if they want to. Some of us desire to have physiques like Kristi’s and it’s difficult to find content that encourages and demonstrates how to achieve that goal if you’re a non-male athlete. Just wanted to say that I really appreciate your content, and I wholeheartedly agree that strong is beautiful!

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

thank you so much! we love to help spread the message!!

[@sambam9780]

Yes to this!!! I would love to have a physique like other Crossfit Female athletes lol

[@steveward6185]

I wish there was more people worried about being overweight, unfit and pre-diabetic than being bulky. Functional fitness is essential for an active life. Hypertrophy takes a lot of dedication and therefore is an aim not a side effect

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

totally agree!

[@M_Kingdom_9]

100% agree!!! 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@Love-ql7rd]

You nailed it! My meme is "Make America Healthy Again" This should be an important agenda for all of us.

[@kathleenbolanos]

So true!!

[@jaysilvia1177]

My girlfriend always wanted to feel and look strong, but would always stray away from it because she didn't want people to make fun of her and make remarks. Over time, I encouraged her to do what makes her happy and to stop caring about what other people think or say. I told her there is no shame in hard work. So she finally decided to start bulking up after all my encouragement. As her boyfriend, I am so proud to say that she has become just as strong as I am and we both love it because she is happier. I'm a pretty strong guy myself, and to see her work harder than me to achieve the same strength is amazing.

[@Wylef_the_Stubborn]

Best line I have ever come across and I use it to describe myself; "It takes a lot of hard work to look this average!"

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

haha i dig it!!

[@balancingb3047]

Hello Kristi. My first six months of CrossFit my diet was trash so I did gain weight not muscle. I had the mindset of I’m doing CrossFit I can eat whatever I want. The next six months I had nutrition coaching. I dropped 23 pounds and I became a believer. The next 12 months I started to look and feel incredibly strong in my body. And I only go to CrossFit three times a week. And like you said strong is beautiful and I sincerely believe that now. I wish I knew about CrossFit in my 20s. 💪🏽

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

that is so awesome!! and way to work! that is such a good story, keep up all the hard work!! ✌️

[@sportybeth]

*immediately adds to watch later list. I would consider myself bulky as a CrossFitter. But I had to work so hard to get here! Can’t wait to watch this.

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

awesome!! it takes a ton of work!! and keep it up!! ✌️

[@Sophia-yx6nx]

Kristi and Patrick, I can’t tell you enough how helpful this video was!! I’ve been trying to get muscular but it’s so difficult and it’s easy to get discouraged, especially whenever everyone wants to tell you that you’re wrong having that goal as a female. Thank you so much, I really needed this motivation!!’

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

thank you!! and you got this, keep up the hard work and don't loose sight of your goal!

[@cassidyinthapanyaongsa6425]

Thank you for remembering to tell us that strength is beautiful! I endure so many comments about the size of my muscles that come across as an insult rather than a compliment. If I were a man it would always be the other way around. Ladies should be proud to flaunt our hard work too!

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

absolutely!! it takes a lot of work to get those muscles!!

[@TheHumanBodyTalk]

🔝🔝🔝

[@missmimi6817]

Some people have endomorph bodies which is the type that builds muscles faster but also tend to put on fat as quick. That's my body type and it's a gift but also somehow a "curse". It takes no time to see results but obviously it takes work. I personally like medium built without loosing my curves. Thank you for the uplifting video♡ Cheers💚

[@erikhendricks7909]

I MOST DEFINITELY needed this video today. I normally follow what my gym programs everyday & I work on reaching my potential for February. What you & Patrick said in the video is EXACTLY how I feel everyday & need to work on to reach my potential everyday

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

love it !! keep up the hard work!

[@erikhendricks7909]

@@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell Will do

[@gabrielleterry6754]

I wish I heard this message when I was younger. For so long the narrative was to workout to be thinner but CrossFit taught me to workout to be strong. Love the message you send out on your channel ❤️❤️

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

Thank you and thank you for watching!!!

[@benital165]

I started Crossfit at 40. I did bulk up my traps and arms more than i expected, only doing it 3 days a week. But my mom did body building so maybe it's genetic too. And I love my fit body😃

[@ericamedina3263]

Thank you for making this video. I WISH I could just walk in do a class and BOOM I have the body of a crossfitter LOL. People dont understand and realize like you said...all the factors to get there! Games Athletes put in HOURS and HOURS of work in that we all typically dont see and sometimes understand. You all are our SUPERHEROS! So happy I found crossfit and the amazing community 3 years ago! Love your content!

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

thank you so much!! keep up the hard work!!✌️

[@amycowen6168]

Can yall do a video showing us how far you have come? What you looked like when you first started CF? Videos/photos- talking through what your training looked like when you first started vs now? Im new to CF and would love some inspo like that!

[@kenyaprofit]

Good to know. I was concerned about trying CrossFit bc I personally don’t want the bulky look. Thanks for the informative video!

[@marthapeters8113]

Love this! Kristi, you’re amazing & love your positivity. I really needed to hear your message today & tune out the negativity from others. Thank you for being you & sharing with the world.

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

You are so welcome! thank you!! ✌️😁

[@antoinebrandt3656]

She’s bulky and saying you won’t get bulky here I am lol.

[@maros495]

yop and she still say she is one of the smallest :D

[@jazmincis7]

Thank you kristie!! I am looking forward to continue my fitness journey and bulk a bit! This was super helpful!!

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

awesome! keep up the hard work!!

[@nathalie36]

Thanks for the pep talk at the end .. i needed that ! :)

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

so welcome!! thank you!!

[@gypsigrl30]

I think it’s awesome that you are the smallest one on the floor. It just proves to girls that anything is possible. No matter if you are the smallest, biggest, or have a handicap. That if you work hard you can do anything. I love that about you. I wanted to come to Miami to meet you guys but unfortunately couldn’t get off work. But one of these days. I like to meet people that are down to earth and fight to be where they are not expecting to have everything given just because. You and Pat are those kind of peeps! Keep up the fight! 💪🏻🥰

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

Thank you!! and if you can get off work next year we had a blast and totally recommend it! next comp you do make it to def grab us and say hey!!

[@安美-s2k]

This was such a brilliant video!!!

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

Thank you for watching!!

[@Fergyshow]

I started CrossFit for longevity. If you listen to Dr David Sinclair, CrossFit training along with intermittent fasting and a paleo or Mediterranean Keto diet is the best course for reversing the effects of aging. We do lose fat and gain definition but I would not say the training leads to being muscle bound. The protocol for bodybuilding is hitting muscle groups more often and with more isolated exercises. We only need to look at Momma Donna to see how CrossFit keeps our youthful vitality while keeping us lean and healthy 😊

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

love that and totally agree!! ✌️

[@keithwalker1457]

Great video! Can’t wait to show this to my wife and daughters!

[@jerryattrick5799]

@2:56 "That doesn't naturally happen...." Oops ;)

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

🙄

[@sangilyun234]

6:29 wow that beeping sound scared me so much. I thought my oven caught fire or something

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

😂 sorry !! i think one of the runners or bikes turned off!

[@DasWaldCafe]

It's amazing how prevalent this myth still endures, especially among women. I'm convinced some use it as an excuse rather than admitting they just don't want to do resistance exercise (or often ANY exercise). I see this in health care all the time and the worst are the people we encourage to exercise due to obesity (men and women BTW) who say they don't want to 'get too bulky.'

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

totally agree! and hopefully the stereotype is starting to change. We do see more and more girls that desire to be strong and have some muscle!

[@Love-ql7rd]

I was thinking this EXACT same thing after I watched video before I saw your comment. It is very often used as an excuse not to exercise at all. It is really quite sad. I think muscle is BEAUTIFUL! And as someone who is 55 years old I believe it is even more important to work on balance, mobility, flexibility, and building muscle. I want to be active for as long as I can! NO excuses here!

[@philippiansfourseven]

FACTS!!

[@tedwards000]

I am going to send this to my daughter, she was asking about it last week.

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

awesome! we love for young women hear the message!

[@samjack3165]

Hey Kristi and Pat let me just start by saying I love your videos I have been learning tons and you have reminded me about things I forgot are important when training. I have not started cross fit yet but I believe it going to be my next sport. Just trying to figure where I m going to fit it in. I’m 58 ex swimmer thou I still compete, use to do marathons, adventure racing whatever makes my heart sing! Now I think cross fit is on the table I just watched your Q & A video and you mentioned your Mom does CrossFit now I’m excited it’s possible!! Now I need to met Your Mom. Lol. Of course I live in Canada so don’t think that will happening anytime soon. Anyways I would love if you could continue giving pointers on nutrition for us oldies and of course pointers on good types of training that maybe your Mom does that works for her. Kristi your a great inspiration please don’t every change Sam

[@melisasgoodlife7731]

I’ve been to the games 3 times before the pandemic. The camera adds a look of bulk to the professional athletes that is not there in person. Yes, they are lean but the size, not so much as you’d expect. Many are small with well defined muscles. I’ve been doing CrossFit since 2014 and don’t even have much definition. I eat healthy Whole Foods in a Paleo lower carb style but do not track anything. I’ve gotten stronger, but my body hasn’t changed. It’s a very intentional and dedicated effort to change the shape of your body. And…I’m not caring to do that 😂. I’m healthy, eat well, love the workouts, that’s good enough for me. No worries on bulk if you’re not intentional about it! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

that is awesome!! and we love to hear that! even seeing rich and matt for the first time you expect them to be huge and they aren't as big as you would expect!

[@melisasgoodlife7731]

@@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell absolutely! In person, Matt and Rich…all of them, much different. I was very impressed with the female athlete look in person. Not bulky at all. Most are small women, just lean, super fit and with minds of steel. All impressive 😊.

[@melisasgoodlife7731]

@@pierre-yveschauvet5136 good point, genetics do play a role for some. I can’t say it’s a large part of the population that are naturally muscular. My husband can naturally get definition by doing very little so he would be one I know. Me, not so much. Supplements, I consider that intentional effort. I’ve been to several CrossFit gyms. Few are muscular or defined, particularly the women. They are strong and fit, but it doesn’t necessarily translate to looks simply by participating in CrossFit. Many even take supplements…lol. And it’s still not changing their body to be muscular 🤣. Nothing to be concerned about.

[@clairebratcher6374]

👏👏👏👏 if I could get even close to the way Kristi looks I would be one very happy women - awesome stuff both of you

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

Wow, thank you so much!! and just keep up the hard work and don't lose sight of your goals!

[@dfriedman3067]

Love this video! Love this message!

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

thank you so much!!

[@mmpdx11]

Great video!

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

thank you!!

[@andrewbrooks1346]

Thanks for the video. I'm going to be out of the CrossFit Box for at least the next few months due to a lower body injury (tore a patella tendon about two months ago) and this video makes me think that this would be a good opportunity to focus on building upper body muscle and strict strength while I'm unable to do lower body and explosive type movements.

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

awesome mindset, and there is always something you can be working on. Shoot us and email to [e-mail] and we will get you set up (no charge) with a bodybuilding program that may help while you are heeling up!

[@andrewbrooks1346]

@@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell Thank you for the very kind offer. I will definitely reach out.

[@njreed70]

Great video as always. Keep them coming

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

Thanks! Will do! 😎

[@chrisheiser9207]

Great video, this is so hard to explain to people!

[@AJH3518]

Great quality on these videos. You guys are doing great 👍

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

Thanks so much!!! ✌️

[@FluksWorkouts]

Great Video Kristi!

[@mlove9004]

Loved this video❤️

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

thank you!!

[@christopherlancaster6056]

Why wouldn't you want to look like Kristi or Rich Froning, Ultimate body goals.

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

😎

[@DanTejedaFit]

Let's also not forget that every competitor in the games is on steroids. I'm not bagging on anyone or shitting on it (I support it)) but that's just the truth.

[@samarialorenzo1028]

Thanks for this awesome content, I agree with you guys. I think this makes women even stranger than they are.

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

thank you!! and i agree! even though i think you meant "stronger" lol even though some of are def strange too lol!! ✌️

[@samarialorenzo1028]

@@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell OMG I didn't realize I meant ''stronger'' lol

[@myrastearns328]

Really enjoy your videos and the encouragement. I agree that strong is beautiful.

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

Thank you!! Strong is beautiful and empowering. Thanks for watching

[@Keno_psia]

As a man i was able to gain muscle mass in crossfit more than i did in bodybuilding i don't know why or how lol my body just answered to crossfit 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

Everyone responds differently and sometimes depending on your body type some respond really well to CrossFit!!

[@PorrasJorge0390]

That’s the same thing that happen to me bro. Eve though I didn’t do CrossFit exactly but it was lots of cross training. Now that I’ve been doing more a bodybuilding style training, my muscle mass, definition and endurance has been a lot harder to improve.

[@hebrew67]

Great video. It would be nice to hear someone talk honestly about the various 'substances' elite games athletes and others use.

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

I use Phormula 1 protein and Ignition post workout and sometimes 2x a day when training really hard. I also sometimes use Intra-formance when I sweat a lot in the summer and thats about it. I used to take creatine but don't take that anymore. I also eat a LOT of food. Each athlete is different. Some prefer BCAA's some LGlutamine. It kind of just depends.

[@daveandlizhudson1331]

Great message! I love getting stronger!❤💋🤗🙌

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

Thank you!! 😁

[@MuhammadLaher]

Another amazing video, thank you guys!! My wife has just started Crossfit and was worried about getting bulky. This video was perfect timing. She’s more reassured now so thank you. I would be interested to see a video on how men can pick up big muscle. I really struggle with this. I came from triathlon background so always a cardio based athlete not a strength one. But 4 years into Crossfit and I haven’t really picked up much size so still struggle to handle the heavy loads during WODs. You mentioned bodybuilding, strength training, isolation, which sounds amazing!! But how do your programme/structure a training week? Multiple sessions per day or one session a day that includes both MetCon and strength/body building? Should you work opposite muscles, so OH strength and then MetCon focusing on legs for example, or do you try to overload a muscle by incorporating them in both strength and MetCon for a particular day?

[@gigibelle7465]

that snatch was perfection

[@seankenney7756]

“I don’t want to get bulky.” You won’t. No one accidentally puts on lots of muscle. People don’t realize how much work and nutrition focus it takes to get to this level of fitness.

[@ChicoProductions2012]

Right. Not only that, I don't understand how people think that if by chance they do get bulky, then you stop working out as often. I think it's an excuse not to work out or try something because as was mentioned in the video, it takes a long time of dedication, working out, eating properly and rest to reach that point. Most people who complain about a bulky look aren't willing to get to that level/commitment or don't consider getting a trainer or mentor to keep them from getting bulky.

[@nateandersen5118]

We gotta do something about body assumption. I personally struggled with my body image during senior highschool since It was built to adapt to the sport I played at the time-which was swimming. It's ok for women to be bulky as long as they're healthy and happy. Literally, it's your body, not society's body

[@10110001]

I was underweight when I started Crossfit, I'm still low in weight, but when I look in the mirror I'm a lot happier with how I look. Even if that means I have to wear my jeans a size bigger because of my legs.

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

that is awesome! we love to hear that!

[@sign1in]

Good topic to bring up, I'm 6'1" an I mostly have to try an stay smaller otherwise working out leaves me more sore afterward, and I get insanely hangry.

[@RB-ol9te]

Answer is yes. If you don't do a couple cardio sessions a week and only do met cons and weight lift.

[@stevend1withonly1walker8]

Love this!!!

[@dianner5148]

The amount of times guys at work told me I needed to stop lifting weights as I was getting to bulky 🤣 one I wasn't... yet. I was no where near where I wanted to be. Had to constantly tell them to mind their own business and focus on their own health and bodies. Plus the comments from women thinking I'd end up like the bikini competitors doing what I was doing 🤣 not possible but ok

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

haha some people just dont get it lol!! keep up the hard work!!

[@dianner5148]

Will do! I love your videos. You're my fav crossfitters

[@lexis.3609]

Love your videos and really love the message of this one! So for me personally, I want to be/look strong and compete in CrossFit but also have body fat to lose, how do you do both? One focus at a time or is there a way to do both together?

[@Akg21]

Ok what if ur gym is doing a stregth track? I have lifted heavy as I could for 4-5 sets of push press, bench press, rdls, rows and then a metcon to follow has truly left me gaining a bulk of pure muscle I wish I was kidding but I am def bulking more than staying lean but I know it’s bc of this strength track how can I avoid this bulk feeling? Like my core especially has doubled in size I absolutely love muscle I think it’s vital I choose to lift heavy but man the programming doesn’t seem to have quite enough cardio which is something I’ve never experienced !

[@destiny_cook]

In addition to doing CrossFit for the last 5 years, I also am a fashion/style content creator. I once went to an influencer PR event and the group was talking about some of their favorite gyms in the area. I mentioned that I did CrossFit and the first thing out of one of the attendee’s mouth was “ugh CrossFit makes girls look so manly…” Then proceeded to say “I had to stop going to my cycling class because it made my calves too big.” 😵‍💫💀 To each their own in terms of goals, but I’d couldn’t believe she so blatantly said those things. I’d never consider saying something negative about someone else’s fitness method. That moment is engrained in my mind. Great video, as usual! 🙌🏽

[@amandashorey3041]

Love love love this… Strong is beautiful!

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

Strong is SO beautiful!!!

[@jonathansalgado9265]

Any advice for a 300lbs 6ft 33 year old man starting CrossFit? I’m terrified injuring my back again. 😩 I don’t know what to expect but I’d like to know what to brace for. 🤔

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

Hi, find a gym that coaches you and teaches you correct technique! Take is SLOW. Put your blinders on and always leave feeling like you could maybe do a little more rather than feeling like you did too much! Focus on moving as perfectly as possible rather than worrying about the weight you are lifting

[@jonathansalgado9265]

@@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell Thank you. 🙏🏽 first day was an eye opener but I’m sure it’ll get easier. Thinking I should track my progress and upload to KZbin. 🤔 or maybe too soon.

[@francesbayly8881]

Love this video! You’re an inspiring strong beautiful woman! 😇

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

Thank you! And thank you for watching!

[@thecarlsons327]

Kristi, what camera do you use to film your workouts?

[@davewoods8539]

Good humans. Giving out goodness and strength.

[@jimlynch471]

Another great video . Lot of good points made . It’s easy to listen to the keyboard warriors . Your advice was spot on

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

Thank you !! And thanks for watching!

[@Sofiyanaviolet]

Omg i also love running but i have been thinking to also do crossfit. I started but stopped on the way-covid. But now i do wanne do it but i love water so maybe with some other water sports or so🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@allstrongfitness]

Any type of weight training will get you bulky if you do enough volume, most people getting into fitness aren’t interested in doing enough for that size and just want to be healthier

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

💯 agree! It takes a lot of intentional effort to bulk and build muscle

[@allstrongfitness]

@@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell something I always tell woman is that if it was as easy to get bulky, then all guys everywhere would be walking around jacked

[@starlightzz1480]

It's so hard for women to build muscle like that. Don't let crossfit scare you ladies! You have to have good genetics and you have to be eating alot of protein like ALOT. and with a super strict diet and lift weights ALOTTTTT. Crossfit is fun and it keeps you fit! I love it❤

[@FeWH]

Seriously, women or men who workout look awesome. It’s important to take care of yourself like Kristi and Patrick do each week. Can’t wait till they have kids then we can get a Parents perspective of their new bodies. Until then, workouts make you look super HOT!

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

appreciate it!! 😎👊

[@maartenmidden1651]

Can you make a video how you in corporate the (polar?) sports watch in training. Hart rate training with cardio type training is well registered but strength training usually not so good (or did that change?). I like training with a HR watch just for fun and seeing all data measured.

[@kimberlysadberry6757]

it is insanely hard for women to gain muscle like this naturally. you have to train like them and eat like them to look like this. hours a day, hard and heavy consistently. I actually like the look so I try to gain muscle, maybe not as much but some and it's soooo hard.

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

It def requires a lot of hard work!!! Thanks for watching!!

[@guillermotijerino]

Depende de cada cuerpo y que tipo de ejercicio uno hace! Si el cuerpo se verá de cierta forma!

[@nathangraves4318]

“At the end of the day, a little gear goes a long way”

[@anotherone3666]

Healthy is whatever it wants to look like, subjectively beautiful. If you are asking how your body is going to look like you don't care much about the benefits of the sport. Or worst you are not there for the right reasons. Change the mind set by not giving up. Chances are one day you won't care, you will do it because it feels great

[@SimV239]

In my opinion, Healthy is how strong you feel physically & mentally & has nothing to do with how we look

[@anotherone3666]

@@SimV239 agree. You said it best

[@lauralopez4447]

If my waist disappears im quitting

[@audriepennington6494]

I wish it was easier to bulk up. I have very lean, long arms and legs. Bulking up is super difficult. Plus I gain weight easily in my midsection. 😔

[@davidbell4216]

Can you tell me the square footage of your gym?

[@Knives19andpencils92]

Coming from anorexia and trying to be as small as I possibly could, i now try to become as strong as I possibly can and I really love the strong look the female CrossFit athletes have. Great video thank you!

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

that is awesome, and knowing that you HAVE to fule your body if you want those goals is a great thing to understand! keep it up!! 👊

[@Knives19andpencils92]

@@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell absolutelly 😇 and it has been really going well since i Discovered Crossfit 2 years ago. It totally changed my mindset and having such inspirational athletes like you to look up to and you guys sharing all of this information is a really big help 🙏 so thank you!

[@stevep4236]

It depends on your diet imo

[@alisontriathlonlover]

Strong is beautiful! Thanks for sharing your journey with us, always inspiring 🤩

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

totally agree! thank you!!

[@dasdaleberger5683]

All go-muscle! 💪

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

yess!!

[@ckkevin9620]

Derby City lets go!!!

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

heck ya!!

[@vieracrosignani8898]

It takes FOREVER to put on muscle! I wish it was so easy!!!

[@Fatliberal94]

Most top female competitors are definitely on the juice

[@peterd9427]

Love Crossfit, bodybuilding, a strong women's physiques. But people do need to be aware that the massive muscly bodies you see are not obtainable without steroids and other PEDs like growth hormone. I'm sorry, but that's just the reality, I am not against PEDs, and it doesn't diminish the hard work these women put in, put people need to be more open about this topic! For one some women might be put off, because they do not want to bulk up to this extent, but worse, others might get terribly disheartened that they do not achieve what some of their role models achieved. And again, this is coming from someone not against the use of PEDs, someone that's a pharmacist, and medical student (intern!)

[@pretttyone]

I can only wish to look like Kristi 😩

[@va1erykachurin]

2:42 wow, yes, you have broadened your shoulders now, but there are no changes in your face at all, you are always young (I laughed when you and your mom joked in one of the videos that you and Sam Briggs are "grandmothers" at the games)....I also constantly forget about your height, in my eyes you are tall in the literal and figurative senses of the word and will give odds to anyone...if women are afraid that crossfit can ruin their appearance, I would advise them to look at you, exhale calmly and get to work

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

that means alot! thank you so much! my mom is awesome too!! hope you have a great week!! ✌️

[@BernhardKohli]

Wow, 3:10 marathon! 👍🔥

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

i have always loved to run!

[@SgawCules]

Lotta top CrossFit women competitors are on gear, period.

[@patrickoconnell2380]

I think I speak for everyone when I say we are grateful we got your well informed expert option…

[@ingridpinzon1989]

What’s people’s problem around athletic women? I haven’t met a single muscular woman that hates the way she looks. All of us, strong women, love our body and appreciate tremendously the fact that we are able to do what we do. So, it turns out that the bulky female fear comes just from untrained people or people that now nothing about athletic performance. They just need to be informed. 🤗 cheers to those muscular women who embrace who they are and try to pass the message towards new generations.

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

totally agree!! ✌️

[@FreshAirRules]

Does anyone in their right mind really think she's not taking anything?

[@Campaigner82]

TLDR: No 😛 Meanwhile me as a guy all I want is to become lean. CrossFit accomplished that 💪 Had this idea that if I trained with you guys, how much faster you’d finish then me 😄

[@cole6383]

I find that female bulky look is extremely attractive.

[@jesp1423]

Crossfit girls are hot.

[@Kristi-Eramo-OConnell]

agreed!

[@DancingEagle]

Yeah you won’t bulk too much unless you gear up.

[@nakamichi682zx]

Definition of bulky? There's a difference between the idea in the head of an ignoramus and a pro physical trainer. You have more patience than me. I no longer even talk to these people (and I'm sure they're very nice in other walks of life). I refer them to colleagues willing to help them underachieve.

[@ferronmorris852]

I love cross fit girls

[@curly874]

I look at weights and bulk up. It runs in the family, both of my brothers and myself are the same. When we were young, at the river we would strip down to cutoffs, and most of the other mothers would come over to mom and comment on how strong her boys were. I still bench press 300 pounds at 68. I lift maybe ten minutes a day.

[@DancingEagle]

Weird how you have to sell exercise to women by saying you won’t look like you worked out.

[@AnimalHeartedTV]

A lot of woman want to look like they worked out, but not to the point of looking bulky 😂 They want to be toned there is a difference

[@tlanthony82]

Haley Adams isn't bulky and she is absolutely bad-ass

[@margysfavourites8444]

💜💜💜💜💜

[@juananjuanan7089]

💫

[@raybbaby]

Short answer; no.