Christmas is a time of celebrations, hearty meals and often a change in our daily routine. For CrossFit enthusiasts, this can be a challenge to keep up the pace and fitness. However, with a little planning and creativity, it is possible to keep training during the holidays.

CrossFit exercises to do at home

If you can’t make it to the gym or simply prefer to work out at home during the holidays, here are some effective exercises you can do without any equipment:

• Burpees: a complete exercise that works the whole body.
• Squats: strengthen the legs and glutes.
• Push-ups: work the chest, shoulders and triceps.
• Box jumps: if you have a safe surface to jump on (such as a bench or box), this exercise is great for improving explosiveness.
• Plank: strengthens the core and improves stability.
• Mountain Climbers: a cardiovascular exercise that also works the core.

Additional tips

While knowing which exercises to do is essential, it is also important to know the best way to train at this time of year without it being particularly complicated for you:

• Plan your workouts: Set specific times for your training sessions during the holidays to ensure they are not overlooked.
• Get your family involved: Organize physical activities with friends or family, such as walks, outdoor games or even an impromptu CrossFit session at home.
• Be flexible: If you can’t follow your usual routine, adapt your workouts to what you have available; the important thing is to move and stay active.
• Listen to your body: During the holidays, it’s normal to feel more tired or stressed; if you need to rest, do so without guilt.

Staying active over Christmas not only helps with weight management and stress reduction, but also allows you to fully enjoy the festivities without sacrificing your physical health.