Research Article

The Effects of CrossFit Training Sessions of Different Durations on Sedentary Individuals

Volume: 7 Number: 4 December 30, 2025
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The Effects of CrossFit Training Sessions of Different Durations on Sedentary Individuals

Abstract

The current study was designed to examine the effects of Crossfit training, applied for different durations, on physical and motor parameters in sedentary individuals. The study included a total of 30 participants, 16 men and 14 women. Participants' height was measured using a stadiometer, and body composition was recorded using an Inbody 270 bioelectrical impedance analysis device. Jump performance measurements were also taken using the Smart Speed Jump mat. Grip, back, and leg strength were assessed using dynamometers. Physical parameters were measured using push-ups, sit-ups, and han-ging time on the bar, and the results were recorded. The tests were administered im-mediately after the adaptation period, with pre-tests for both the 4-week group and the 8-week group. The post-tests were conducted immediately after the completion of the training programs for both groups. The analyses revealed a significant difference in body mass index between the two groups (p<0.05). In addition, a significant difference was found in the leg strength, sit-up counts, and right-left grip strength of sedentary individuals (P<0.05). A significant difference was found in the average hang time and average vertical jump height in the 8-week Crossfit group (p<0.05). In conclusion, this study has demonstrated that Crossfit exercises, when applied for different durations, can have positive effects on physical and motor parameters and that Crossfit training should be included as an effective method among exercise options for sedentary indi-viduals to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.

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Supporting Institution

This work has not been supported by any institution or organization.

Ethical Statement

This study was reviewed by the Non-Interventional Clinical Research Ethics Committee of Karabük University and found to be ethically acceptable (Decision No: 2022/1169, Approval No: E-77192459-050.99-199020). The research was conducted in accordance with the principles of the Declaration of Helsinki. All participants were informed about the purpose and scope of the study and provided their voluntary consent.

Thanks

The author(s) would like to thank all participants for their voluntary contributions to the study.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Physical Training and Sports, Physical Activity and Health, Movement Education in Sports Science

Journal Section

Research Article

Early Pub Date

December 15, 2025

Publication Date

December 30, 2025

Submission Date

September 25, 2025

Acceptance Date

December 1, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 7 Number: 4

APA
Şen, F., Aydoğmuş, M., & Kadı, M. N. (2025). The Effects of CrossFit Training Sessions of Different Durations on Sedentary Individuals. Journal of Sport for All and Recreation, 7(4), 647-656. https://doi.org/10.56639/jsar.1790748
AMA
1.Şen F, Aydoğmuş M, Kadı MN. The Effects of CrossFit Training Sessions of Different Durations on Sedentary Individuals. JSAR. 2025;7(4):647-656. doi:10.56639/jsar.1790748
Chicago
Şen, Furkan, Mert Aydoğmuş, and Mustafa Nurullah Kadı. 2025. “The Effects of CrossFit Training Sessions of Different Durations on Sedentary Individuals”. Journal of Sport for All and Recreation 7 (4): 647-56. https://doi.org/10.56639/jsar.1790748.
EndNote
Şen F, Aydoğmuş M, Kadı MN (December 1, 2025) The Effects of CrossFit Training Sessions of Different Durations on Sedentary Individuals. Journal of Sport for All and Recreation 7 4 647–656.
IEEE
[1]F. Şen, M. Aydoğmuş, and M. N. Kadı, “The Effects of CrossFit Training Sessions of Different Durations on Sedentary Individuals”, JSAR, vol. 7, no. 4, pp. 647–656, Dec. 2025, doi: 10.56639/jsar.1790748.
ISNAD
Şen, Furkan - Aydoğmuş, Mert - Kadı, Mustafa Nurullah. “The Effects of CrossFit Training Sessions of Different Durations on Sedentary Individuals”. Journal of Sport for All and Recreation 7/4 (December 1, 2025): 647-656. https://doi.org/10.56639/jsar.1790748.
JAMA
1.Şen F, Aydoğmuş M, Kadı MN. The Effects of CrossFit Training Sessions of Different Durations on Sedentary Individuals. JSAR. 2025;7:647–656.
MLA
Şen, Furkan, et al. “The Effects of CrossFit Training Sessions of Different Durations on Sedentary Individuals”. Journal of Sport for All and Recreation, vol. 7, no. 4, Dec. 2025, pp. 647-56, doi:10.56639/jsar.1790748.
Vancouver
1.Furkan Şen, Mert Aydoğmuş, Mustafa Nurullah Kadı. The Effects of CrossFit Training Sessions of Different Durations on Sedentary Individuals. JSAR. 2025 Dec. 1;7(4):647-56. doi:10.56639/jsar.1790748

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