Using BODYBUILDING in CROSSFIT: What the world DOESN'T see

[@jamess8696]

He got that from Jerry Rice. An American Football player. Jerry Rice Quote: “Today i will do what others won't so tomorrow i can do what others can't.”

[@nickcarter6183]

James Seymour pretty sure Jerry Rice got that from Michael Scott...

[@boknowsyoutube]

“Today I will do what others won't, so tomorrow I can accomplish what others can't” ― Jerry Rice

[@mikefemenella9680]

Just watched this one today, a little over 4 years later. Wow. Look how far you have come! Love it.

[@withy28]

More functional body building please! Keep up the good work!

[@TeamRICHEY]

+withy28 will do!!😊✌🏻

[@ColandCo]

Follow Marcus FIlly on instagram...

[@Ipodicusparanormal]

watch every day all the way from Northern California. the first crossfit vlog I found! Learned about Obese to Beast and Lean Machines and your whole crew thanks to your channel. Keep it up! WE DONT QUIT

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Ian Taylor We will hopefully make it over your way over the next few years! Get a session in🤘🏼🔥😝

[@Ipodicusparanormal]

CROSSFIT SAC check us out if you ever head this way!

[@TheTechnocentipede]

Your shoulder and upper back posture is looking way better! Glad to see you were able to incorporate the cable press too, but remember to finish the movement with thoracic rotation for increased core activation. You can apply the same movement to rows; just integrate the scapula with the ribcage, and once the rhomboids and lats are locked in finish with t-spine rotation. Great work, and awesome delivery of informational content!

[@udezulude]

I'd love to see more functional bodybuilding workouts.

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Canal do Ude on it!

[@udezulude]

We don't quit.

[@ColandCo]

Follow Marcus Filly on instagram.. You're welcome

[@joshmcnulty5950]

It’s called CrossFit

[@RobUnderwood1]

Amazing channel man, yeah would love to see a few more functional type vlogs. Again, amazing channel, seriously providing me with a lot of help in loads of areas in my life so thanks, truly.

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Robert Underwood thank you for the support dude!! And glad I can help!✌🏻🔥

[@savagemonkey7124]

Thanks Craig that was a really useful video. I've been struggling with programming recently, having tips on future videos would be a helpful addition

[@SimplyBeingLee]

Would love to see more functional body building videos! Maybe even a video giving some beginners crossfit help? Can't wait to see more!! :)

[@benackland1990]

New to the channel, New to Cross fit. Binge watched almost 20 of your videos on my night shift! So positive and happy I've caught my self smiling with you!! #TeamRichey

[@JovianTon]

I would LOVE ! some Functional Bodybuilding videos i joined crossfit several months ago. I have been overweight most of my life so wanted a change and your videos inspired me to do so. I started at 315 but have lost almost 50 pounds, I still have a long way to go but would love functional videos since i have a very hard time with pull ups,rope, chest to bar or any exercise that i have to hold or raise my own weight.

[@TeamRICHEY]

+jovian tonson keep up the epic work dude!! 50lbs is huge, keep grinding! And will get s few videos done this week!

[@soxmell]

I want more functional bodybuilding please!! Your channel is so good, thanks for the knowledge

[@feryache]

Ohhhh this is the video I have been waiting for to find! I love Crossfit and I usually do gymnastics, powerlifting and Oly at my box and the gym but haven’t been able to combine both Crossfit and weight training together, it’d be awesome a series of videos about that!

[@samcollier89]

love the video Craig and big Fraser fan as well but that Quote is actually from Jerry Rice fromer and Hall of Fame NFL Player, Great Videos proper inspiration

[@Ghostca]

I find when someone comes from bodybuilding they have a lot of positives (as you discussed), but they are often very slow. It can take quite a while to teach them how to move quickly. Enjoyed the video!!! All praise to the functional bodybuilding master Marcus Filly

[@acoleman9700]

I would like to see more of the functional bodybuilding vids. But I like all the content put out. I actually watch the channel every day. In fact, I am going to be joining a local box soon.

[@jamesbunyard23]

More functionality bodybuilding. Always good to see new ideas and programs I’m stuck still in the rut of body part specific days.

[@jinxxed9891]

Hit the nail on the head bro. Coming from typical gym bro to crossfit and I struggle with movements that use multiple joints (most olympic lifts, kipping). However things I did as part of bodybuliding are a big strength for me. I also find most bodybuilders are really tight. I really struggle with squats depth and the begining portion of the clean/snatch.

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Jinxxed Take a look at my "4 specific stretches for a deeper squat" a video I did a month or so ago with my dad, will really help you open up your hips to help with your squat mobility!

[@hairyape_8103]

Nice analysis, hadn't thought of it in that way before

[@RonnieSlater]

Awesome video Craig! Strict work is so important, like you said it's the foundation to all movements! Keep up the good work lad

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Sl8err - Fitness & Training Vlogs hope your good bro!

[@RonnieSlater]

TeamRICHEY doing great mate, hope your both good too! Heading over to T3 next weekend after seeing the video, get back over if you can 💪🏻

[@heathergibson5315]

Great video Craig; I'm on a short cf hiatus to prep for my first bb comps. Can't wait to see how my cf has changed when I get back to it in October. They do indeed go hand in hand (& I too think I will have completely forgotten how to do cf :) haha

[@G4M3RTILLIDI3]

I've always felt the better you look the better you perform in a way as it makes you more confident and less self conscious of your ability

[@JAWsFitness]

YESSSS dude I use to preach this back in my football days! "You look good you feel good, you feel good you play good"

[@yusufespinel]

New to the team, definitely want to see a low/upper body routine, please! Thanks guys!!

[@andrew4cf494]

I've been watching you ever since the open.... And your channel is an inspiration bro! I hope one day my channel will be as big yours. 😅 Keep up the great work!

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Andrew4CF thanks dude!! And just be yourself, consistent and enjoy the process (it won't be fast) but I'm sure one day you'll be just as big if not bigger!

[@TheColeLee]

I'll check out your channel now Andrew!

[@henrike8489]

yes to a upper and lower body bodybuilding style workout but also with options to do when you dont have any gym equipment in the box. we just have crossfit stuff 😊.... love your vlogs 👌💪

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Henrike84 will do a few videos on these!!

[@gregman685]

Adding functional bodybuilding vlogs would be amazing!!! Keep the vlogs coming!! You are amazing!!

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Greg Sakel thanks dude!! Means a lot

[@scottanthonymartin6743]

It's all about "functional bodybuilding". My workouts go like this: 20mins rehab/mobility/warmup, 45 mins 8-12 reps "bodybuilding style" (Mon: Squats, pullups and abs, Tues: Press, dips and curls, Wed: Deads and pullups, Thur: Chest, Fri: Curls, pullups and farmer carries. Saturday is my rest day. sunday is for flag football (3 hours).). I follow that with a WOD or tabata AAB, depending on my mood/whether the WOD is doable after doing so many reps! I think what people don't realise though is how hard it is to get big unless you eat big. If you're afraid of putting fat on (15% club, boo hiss), then you can't eat enough to get big, or little enough to get super lean. Definitely interested in more vids like this - one of your best yet.

[@MrFINcredible]

Nice work man, sounds like you keep yourself busy! I agree with you on that, a really cool vid :-)

[@AnthonyZafiris]

Epic strict technique from both of you. Great video

[@joskevermeulen2407]

Another great vlog, so much we can learn from it. Team Sparks ... all the way! Ever thought about Geoff and Sparks merchandise? That would be epic! :-D

[@fjaviermont]

Please do more functional bodybuilding vlogs! I'm sure a lot of people are going to benefit from it

[@saraaceves6642]

Here some of my favorites Hip-Hop songs: Electric Relaxation, Lyrics To Go, Bonita Applebum by ATCQ You Got Me by The Roots The Light by Common Also, I really enjoy your videos! And your GF is adorable :))

[@guiguidu765]

Hey I'm new on this channel and you're doing a very great job thanks for all the good mood and motivation keep going you are a great man !

[@filipleindl9888]

Great vid man! Informative and entertaining as always. Pls do a vid where u talk about your workout routine / split

[@aaronbird1239]

Your shape is crazy Craig! I think you could jump on stage tomorrow and be in the top line. Shows you don't need to restrict food so much to get lean and just focus on bodybuilding movements. Keep it up! Doing another meet up?!?!? Cheers Aaron

[@TeamRICHEY]

+aaron bird 100% we need to do another meet up!!!🔥 hopefully soon too !

[@_renegadeheart]

Definitely a full Vlog on functional bodybuilding please

[@user-pr2pv1ym9i]

Functional bodybuilding style workouts would be awesome! Sounds like the sort of thing I've been looking to start

[@jeffandersen6886]

Definitely more functional body building info!!! Pleeeaassseee!!!!

[@caseymaynard3140]

I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS! I've just started watching at the beginning of the week. Jas is an inspiration! So are you, but... GIRL POWER! :) You really make me want to give Crossfit a try. I need a program that is structured and that I wont get bored at. What are your thoughts? I'd love to hear them. What's the easiest way to overcome the fear of starting something as intense as Crossfit?

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Casey Maynard biggest way to get over the fear is to chuck yourself into your nearest crossfit box fundementals class! I promise you'll never get bored and you'll meet so many new people in the classes (it will be a bit more expensive than a normal gym, but your essentially paying for a PT every night of the week if you wanted it!) where are you based?!

[@caseymaynard3140]

I'll have to check it out! I'm based in United States.. Iowa.. the land of corn fields and farms.. haha...

[@simonbooth9060]

Sick video Craig! Pull ups are looking really strong Jas xxx

[@ninimarveldc1142]

Me lo paso muy bien viendo vuestro canal.Ademas de ver una camiseta en español esta guay!!!💪💪😉

[@Idolights]

Great info as always Craig. Great video and topic. Have you considered posting your workouts daily? I think it would be cool.

[@mikegkeating]

Smashed the like button bro! - Nova Scotia - Canada

[@rollinsga]

Definitely interested in the functional body building days. My crossfit box doesn't allow for open gym..once the WOD is over, its game over. I'd love to get some tips on stuff I can do at the gym without the oly style equipment.

[@MrJan9k]

rollinsga i hope its a cheap box😬

[@TeamRICHEY]

+rollinsga will get these tips out ASAP!!

[@rollinsga]

hah. Cheaper than some, not as cheap as others. Highly concerned with safety..which can be good but limiting.

[@9691fang]

Would love to see functional bodybuilding workouts!!! Great channel

[@TheSideburno]

Once again, great video and very informative!

[@tabs9655]

Great vids mate. New subscriber and great to watch to get motivated 💪

[@ignaciolepe]

You are the best craig , this videos are epic , greetings from chile!

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Ignacio Lepe Hey Chile!!!!❤️🔥

[@harrymarshall818]

Reece Mitchell is a legend! Competed with him at the British teen championships in Brighton, he smashed it💪🏻

[@CallumDN]

Goodluck Geoff with your P/T qualification! One of the most rewarding jobs out there!!! #geoffdontquit

[@benturner9323]

Thanks for answering my question man! I was hoping you would say the airbike, it's a good hurt! Just gotta wait for bulldog gear to get them back in stock now 😩

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Ben Turner just finished another workout on the bike and I'm currently flat out replying to this so now my head is saying don't get either 😂 and just watch movies instead.... 😝

[@zimecka72]

Great video. Great advice

[@markdavies7965]

Definitely release the "We Don't Quit" tee in black!!

[@justinaltman6065]

Noticed on the strict pull-ups you were using a reverse grip. Is there any benefit to that versus an overhand grip? Thanks! Keep up the great work!

[@clethue992]

Is it just me or does Craig get bigger and bigger each vlog, freakin' beast man 💪🏽😅

[@Crook87Vespillo]

Functional bodybuilding videos will be a great shout.

[@TeamRICHEY]

+CROOKidT Awesome - Will get a few recorded

[@mrchris89]

@TeamRICHEY I like the way you went a bit more in depth of the movements. Would it be possible for you to do a overview of basic bodyweight strength exercises?? It would really help!! #wedontquit

[@rossboersma2443]

Could you do a video on what all you do for shoulder health along with bodybuilding videos?

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Ross Boersma I've done quite a few of them in the past! Look up "bulletproof your shoulder for crossfit"

[@benmartinez8995]

Most good crossfitters do a lot of bodybuilding accessory movements! You should check out opex and there programming that's what I do... tennil reed does it also and if u look on the website they call it functional bodybuilding

[@AaronClatone]

Great work man. Your vlogs are awesome.

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Aaron Clatone thank you dude! Means a lot 😊 I try my hardest to make the content epic for the team!

[@AaronClatone]

TeamRICHEY don't quit 😂

[@chrisb3017]

Great videos as always. As I am a 45 yr old fart, Geoff is an inspiration. Tell him thx and keep it up

[@geoffrichey3819]

chris holland ...only 45 !! the beginning 😁 thanks for you kind words

[@adneovesen1249]

#Geoffdontquit and neither will we :)

[@erickavalauskas-ek4558]

As a Master's competitor myself I always enjoy following you on the vlog. I just subscribed to your channel...time to get that boy to help you produce some videos! :)

[@hydenp]

Functional bodybuildiong for the win! Just finished week 5 of Marcus Filly's Awaken Strength.

[@JAWsFitness]

dang... I was going to make a video similar to this buuut looks like it's been done already... I took a break from olympic lifting and crossfit and have been Power Building for the past 7 months and I just hit a 15lbs all time clean PR... without doing cleans for 7 months haha

[@heatherbeal1109]

Really enjoyed this one. Very fun feel.

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Heather Beal glad you enjoyed it!

[@kimurakong1520]

do more videos on functional bodybuilding for crossfit, please

[@jonbairam]

Oh btw for the T-Shirts...I ordered an XXL and its small...not as in a size small but compared to most other brands..its small. Can you get the merch any bigger for us biggies.???

[@shanecokayne2984]

Please make the function bodybuilding video

[@leviklassen2909]

New subscriber. Love the vlogs old and new 👌 Also new to CF coming from a more bodybuilding style training. I would love to see a couple functional BB training vids as I am in need of upping my strength:weight ratio (and literally everything else tbh 😂) #teamrichey #likeforjas #wedontquit 🤙

[@bryan-501]

4:05 ans Thank you for doing/clearing this up bc this is exactly what i do and thats why i have a good physique in crossfit

[@brandonweaver2912]

Jas is a BEAST on those pushups!

[@oliverbarrett9203]

I'm not a big fan of the term "functional bodybuilding", or the term "functional fitness" altogether. The term "functional" in relation to fitness has not been defined well at all. Does it just mean compound movements? Or does it mean movements that you're likely to use frequently during day-to-day life? Or does it mean movements that you're likely to encounter in sport? In my opinion, any plane of motion that the typical human should be able to move in, and any movement that humans should be able to complete is functional, be that a squat, a curl, a lateral raise, a deadlift, or a shrug. I feel like functional bodybuilding has become a sort of trendy term to use, without much thought given to what it means. I guess it was Marcus Filly who really popularised the concept, but I feel that even he's confused about what it means. I have nothing against the practice, my only issue is categorising it as a new way of training in the first place

[@ridered7262]

Oliver Barrett well I do the same thing strength training and crossfit but the functional part as to how I see it is how you can incorporate movements in daily function like today at work I was cutting up part of a tree and then had to put pieces over aa fence which that movement of putting log on chest then over the fence was same as say doing shoulder press or doing movements of a clean and jerk. Hopefully that kinda helps

[@alexrojas3257]

Cardio respiratory is the one not as intense at the lungs.. vascular definitely! :)

[@Jodefd]

Can you talk about how you structure a crossfit program? E.g a weekly or monthly plan? Currently i'm trying to build muscle / strength but also build a cardiovascular engine. It is seeming hard to squeeze everything into the week. Any help would be amazing, as I want to escape the pure 'bodybuilding' style of training

[@Yoan_CoachFit]

i like the way you explain things ! i don't know what you do in your day to day life, but i reckon you would be really good Coach ;). i would like to know when do you do those Strenght exercices ? before the WOD, after the WOD or you dedicate one day of your training to strenght ? and is it at the begining of the week or at the end ? Thanks mate #SouthofFrance

[@TeamRICHEY]

+yoan cuvillier honestly it depends! For someone who's looking to build muscle and strength I would recommend 1/2 metcon (cardio) classes a week and then 3/4 days functional bodybuilding / power bodybuilding 😊

[@carolinepigott5959]

right glute not firing. advice? should i train right side more? any particular movement?

[@traceyam20]

Yes Please. More Funtional Bodybuilding Workouts. 💪

[@RodrigoGarciactg]

Well said! I’m transitioning from bodybuilding/functional training and I feel like a Robot all stiff trying to do some movements 😂

[@RodrigoGarciactg]

@cola00000 Thanks for the tips man!! Ill check it out!

[@Aj-ut8co]

I LOVE THE VIDEOS MAN KEEP IT Up!

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Abel_ JoneZz thanks brooo😊🔥

[@Hieysk]

Possible Topic: Crossfit for Taller athletes. Pros, Cons.. etc.. Thanks for the channel content, keep it coming.

[@veronnko]

binge watched all your videos in like 10 days :D coming back from an injury and i wanted to take on another sport, crossfit came to mind.. and after all your videos i'm convinced i have to try ;) so a general thanks to you and jas :) .. also, #wedontquit is sometimes the only thing that gets me out of bed, so i'm gonna need one of those tshirts!

[@hans1982]

Question (or challenge): watching Jas do push-ups and not slowing down for a fraction makes me think and wonder. How many can she do in a row?

[@KevinJones-su1jh]

Great job!

[@lewisgray9221]

Would definitely be keen for some "we don't quit" t-shirts

[@mohammednader7005]

How do you know what wod you are going to do? Becasue I just make a wod and do it. I don't think Why I do them. In other words I don't really have any specific program that I follow. Is this a good thing or am I doing something wrong?

[@thomasgarrett7378]

yes, functional body building! I need to figure a way off this plateau I am on with my Olympic lifts...I have stalled out at 215lbs on snatch and cant progress after 3 months

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Thomas Garrett add in a load of accessories - OHS's - Snatch Balances - paused snatches and heavy snatch pulls! Also (it may or may not be) a mobility or technique issue so get a video and a few people's opinions! See if they can help ✌🏻(inbox me on Instagram if you like!)

[@theeponym]

Look at olympic lifting programming with things like snatch complexes and 110% snatch pulls.

[@thomasgarrett7378]

Thank you! and you to theeponym...Ill do it - have been with you since first Road to the Open series - Keep it up man

[@HawianSurfer14]

How should I balance my bodybuilding and crossfit workouts for the week? During the summer i was shredding so i was doing like 3-5 metcons while doing 3-5 bodybuilding. I was maintaining my strength. Now i want to increase my strength and build more mass so i guess more bodybuilding and less crossfit. But I still want to stay somewhat lean while gaining muscle. How many metcons should I do per week?

[@ShotShapeFitness]

Favorite part @10:27 when Keiren waives at the camera. haha

[@jeromedua4514]

Street workout/weighted calisthenic and then crossfit

[@Jerzius]

Size XL in black please!!

[@ssoolliidd1]

A response from anyone who's been in this situation would be appreciated!... So I've been bodybuilding for around 4 years now and have a fairly decent build (not being cocky). Id love to try CrossFit but don't want to give up my bodybuilding routine as I love it... question is...is it practical to do both?

[@gravemind7545]

ssoolliidd1 I hope this isn't too late. I am currently doing German Volume Training three days a week and CrossFit four days a week. Contrary to what most people would think, I am not feeling exhausted or anything, and I am feeling much better than ever before.

[@Msczekolada]

functional bodybuilding is a great idea! make it happen, please :)

[@MrMe1609]

sry what happend to your pump it up shoes?

[@clarissafigueroa2308]

My first crossfit session was last Saturday and I made a point to try the air bike... I got 17 cals in 1 minute. I just about died. That air bike is NO JOKE.

[@patrickhayes606]

Ya do a functional bodybuilding vid

[@matthewskaggs3792]

i think that's why I like JWOD because it has a bit of everything.

[@SemperMiggy]

Black "We Don't Quit" shirt?! Hell yeah!

[@TeamRICHEY]

+Miggy D 🔥🔥🔥🔥!!

[@runningpowerbuilding]

yeah we want more bodybuilding stuff to help with crossfit :)

[@Patman88]

I came from BB to CF and I had a solid based and crushed it. I made much more improvement than the guys that just started with CF

[@clarissafigueroa2308]

How many beers and how often does your dad drink? Alcohol is the only thing I have yet to figure out when it comes to gains

[@TheColeLee]

Hi Craig! I was just watching Johns latest video and had an idea....here's what I suggested to him 🤘🏽 "I was just thinking how rad it would be if we all got together and did a "KZbin Comp!" Maybe you and Craig could come up with the workouts and have people film and share their results each week on their channel! Watcha Think?!? 🤔"