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Boston's Best CrossFit Gyms

September 19, 2014 / 6:00 AM EDT / CBS Boston

CrossFit has exploded in the fitness industry. It incorporates intense intervals of various exercises in order to get the most results in relation to effort. CrossFit sculpts the body by using the muscles dynamically in order to challenge the body, instead of using static exercises to which the body becomes accustomed. There are quite a few certified CrossFit gyms in Boston and the surrounding area. A few stand out in terms of workout, staff, equipment or location.

CrossFit Boston
114 Western Ave
Allston, MA 02134
(617) 903-4658
www.crossfitboston.com

CrossFit Boston is not a big gym filled with whirring machines and walls of mirrors. Keeping it simple aesthetically, CrossFit Boston gives more room to focus on the important part of working out - getting healthy. Clients walk in the door with most of what they need, which is just their own bodies. The gym provides the weights and the expertise. While the fundamentals of CrossFit are evident at this facility, there are a few extras, such as group classes, a rowing club, personal training and kids CrossFit.

Reebok CrossFit Back Bay
31 St. James Ave
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 982-7456
www.reebokcrossfitbackbay.com

A popular modern facility backed by a huge fitness brand, Reebok CrossFit Back Bay is the place for athletes who like a big community and plenty of equipment. This very advanced gym even includes a sports medicine clinic and gear for sale. It has everything CrossFit should have, but it is a lot less gritty than some like their CrossFit gyms to be. However, those who like a luxurious gym experience will love this place. The programs are pretty intense too, so the relaxing showers will come in handy.

CrossFit On The Hill
123 Terrace St.
Boston, MA 02120
(617) 652-7729
www.crossfitonthehill.com

CrossFit on the Hill has an inviting box and a large team of enthusiastic employees. Members can opt for unlimited gym time, class packs and/or coaching sessions. Classes all have different ends in mind, such as cardiovascular, full body workout or strengthening. If members so choose, their workouts can be based on goals developed in an initial consultation with a CrossFit professional at the gym. Believe it or not, this lively gym was founded by the same man who owns the Diablo Glass School next door, so feel free to pop over for a class there as well and expand those horizons.

Kendall Square CrossFit
215 First St.
Cambridge, MA 02142
(617) 491-8271
www.kendallsquarecrossfit.com

Kendall Square CrossFit is a basic CrossFit gym with all of the training opportunities and equipment necessary to keep workouts fluid and creative. It is part of the Cambridge Athletic Club, so CrossFit fans who use the box can also utilize the athletic club, which means gym access, showers, towels and more. When it comes to membership, nothing is long term. Members can cancel at any time, do not have to sign long contracts nor do they have to pay a starting fee.

CrossFit Southie
385 Dorchester Ave #100
Boston, MA 02127
(617) 307-6743
www.crossfitsouthie.com

CrossFit Southie has a noticeably friendly attitude toward beginners. Between the free introductory class, which most CrossFit gyms in the area offer, and the scaled classes for individuals trying to gain fitness ground, it is easy to get started with CrossFit here. There are also more advanced classes and gym time for individuals who have higher performance levels. Members pay based on how many classes they want to come in for every week. If someone experienced in CrossFit is in the area and wants a workout, they can use the box at Southie for $20.

Shelly Barclay is a professional freelance writer and amateur author. She writes on a variety of topics from food to mysteries. She loves to share the culture and rich history of her birthplace and home, Boston, with the rest of the world. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.

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