Top Suggested Gear to Invest in for CrossFit Members

When I first started CF (back in 2013), I was quickly lectured by the gym owner on why I needed to immediately go to the nearest reebok store and purchase some CrossFit gear. Specially, lifting shoes.

Actually now that I think about it, I don’t even remember him telling me why I needed them, just that it was a necessary purchase before I came back for another class.

I am here to tell you that is not true.

If anything… you need absolutely NOTHING BUT YOUR BODY to do CrossFit.

But now that I got you thinking about it, you are probably noticing that a lot of CrossFitters do where the same type of shoes. Some people even wear some padding around their knees, hand protection on pull up days, and tape around their thumbs. All CrossFit Gear Out!

The whole shablam!

And maybe you are starting to wonder if you too should invest into some CrossFit gear.

Once again I am here to tell you that is absolutely not true.

BUT if you did want to start investing in gear….

HERE IS WHERE I WOULD START

Level 1: You are just getting started or have been in it for a couple weeks and want to establish some good habits.

Clothes that make you feel good
- Its true. Look good feel good. But you also want something that is going to stay put on your body. We of course don’t wait you wasting time keeping the ladies in, picking wedgies, and adjusting your manhood.
Water bottle
- This is the piece of gear that will help you in and outside the gym. Having a water bottle (especially one you like) will help you stay hydrated. And having a hydrated body is important for feeling good (mentally and physically).

Level 2: You are committed and in this!

Shoes
- Ideally, flat aka not running shoes.
- Some brands we like: NoBull , Reebok , Nike , RAD , and Inov8 for narrow feet.
Personal jump rope
- Truly, using a jump too long or too short will BREAK your workout. You will be spending more time messing up your jumps than actually working out. Having your own jump rope is a great way to know that the jumprope you are using is the correct one for your height.
- Here are some brands we like: RX Smart Gear and RPM.

Level 3: Time to step it up

Grips
- If you feel like your hands are always ripping and its stopping from fully sending it on your workouts then you may want to consider getting grips.
- Here are some brands we like: Victory Grips and Bear Komplex.
Tape
- Cheap and great investment for some extra cushioning while using a hook grip.
- Also helps your fingers latch onto that hook grip for all my sweaty hands people.
Belt
- Belts are a tool to help you feel if you are bracing while lifting 80% of above.
- Belts are not to hold your back together.

There you have it our top CrossFit gear to invest in.

But maybe you don’t even CrossFit…

But you are researching everything you may need to know. If this is you, stop your researching and take this as your official booty kick invitation.

Like I mentioned at the beginning of this post, all you really need is you and good attitude.

Stop researching and schedule a call with one of our staff members by hitting that button below.

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2025 Makers Intramural Open

By Brittany Malone • February 11, 2025

Welcome to the Battle of the Classes (AM versus PM)!!! In our 3-week event, performance isn’t the front runner (though we want you to give it your all). We will reward participation. Did you do the workout? ✓  Did you do it at Makers CF? ✓✓  Did you join in on the fun? ✓✓✓ Our main priorities is helping you push to a new level and having a good time doing it TOGETHER. BREAKDOWN: * The gym will be split into two teams: AM vs. PM. NOONERS may pick which team they want to represent. * Earn your team points through participation. * There will be weekly themes! See details below * Each week for three weeks the workout will be announced by CrossFit every Thursday @ 12:00pm. * Give the open workouts your best shot during Friday 's class workout. We will also have sign ups to do the open workouts Saturdays at 9am for those who cannot make Friday. * Workout scores and open points must be submitted by Monday at 5:00pm.  REGISTRATION: * 2025 CrossFit Open - CLICK HERE to register and check your rank worldwide. * 2025 Makers CF Intramural Open - Sign up on Makers whiteboard * You do not need to sign up for the CF CrossFit Games Open to participate in the Makers Intramural Open. * Order your Makers CF Open shirt on the whiteboard at the gym ($30) Pre order closes Feb 19th THE POINTS: + 2 Points - Completing the Open workout at Makers   +1 Point - Completing the Open workout somewhere other than Makers CF + 1 Point - Top male and female in RX and Scaled  (regardless of age group) +2 Points - Referring a friend on our friend referral sign up sheet at Makers (Limited to 1 friend a week or 6 points total) +1 Point - PR City: for each personal record completed such as weight or new skill.  +1 Point - Team Spirit: dressed up for the week’s theme (See below) THE DATES: * Workout: CF 25.1: Feb. 28th * Theme: Twin Day * Workout CF 25.2: Mar. 7th * Theme: Wigs, Tutu, and High Socks * Workout CF 25.3: Mar. 14th * Theme: Makers 2025 Open Shirt THE DETAILS: * To obtain credit, you MUST add your score in Wodify.  JUDGING: * Want to earn $10 off a shirt? Pass the CrossFit Judges Course and email (info@makers-crossfit.com) us your certificate of completion. Judges course HERE * You DO NOT need a certified judge if you are doing the Makers Intramural Open only. * You DO need a judge if you are registered for the CrossFit Open. * Scoring cards and movement standards will be provided to everyone during the competition.  AFTER PARTY: * Join us March 15th in celebrating the completion of the open at Makers CrossFit for a brunch potluck . * Potluck sign up at on the gym whiteboard

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Murph: Should I scale?

By Brittany Malone • April 27, 2024

Murph is the most iconic Hero WOD performed all over the world on Memorial Day in memory and honor of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. As we perform this workout we keep that in the back of our minds and push ourselves physically and mentally. BUT THERE IS A WAY TO BE SMART ABOUT […] The post Murph: Should I scale? appeared first on Makers CrossFit.

Help, I need legging recommendations!

By Brittany Malone • April 22, 2024

This one is a little more geared towards the ladies of the gym, but it is a legit question. What legging are the best for CrossFit? With all the deadlifting, squatting, and running we do, I get it! We ain’t got time in the middle of a workout to wonder if the person behind us […] The post Help, I need legging recommendations! appeared first on Makers CrossFit.