There are some accessory exercises, that when applied as a garnish to your program, can improve both the strength and awareness of the body to perform functional movements better.

In 2003, coach Greg Glassman wrote the article titled: “A Better Warm Up” in the CrossFit Journal. This article drew conclusions on the potential benefits of practicing functional movement patterns as an alternative to traditional cardio warm ups in a steady state.

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