CrossFit – Robert Oh, MD, MPH

High Intensity Training for Middle Age People–Pro or Con

Just a quick note on my article in the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM) Sideline Report. We debate on the Pro and Con of HIT for Middle aged people. Of course, I was the “Pro” argument. My feelings are that if people enjoy it, is safe, and effective, why the heck not? Here’sContinueContinue reading “High Intensity Training for Middle Age People–Pro or Con”

CrossFit Injuries Part II- Shoulder

Shoulder Injuries in CrossFit Introduction In order to diagnose and direct management of a CrossFit athlete with a shoulder injury, the clinician must have an understanding of typical CrossFit movements. CrossFit include numerous exercises that involve the shoulder joint. Overhead squats, snatches, push presses, thrusters, and push jerks are common movements that place load onContinueContinue reading “CrossFit Injuries Part II- Shoulder”

Coming out of the Crossfit Closet* -A CrossFit experience by a Physician, for Physicians

*Originally published in the “Uniformed Family Physician”-Journal of the Uniformed Services Academy of Family Physicians. Reprinted with permission. Oh RC. Coming out of the CrossFit Closet. Uniformed Family Physician Fall 2013. Vol 7(1). Edition 25. Pages 31-33. I have a confession to make. I am a CrossFitter. I am currently a fellow in theContinueContinue reading “Coming out of the Crossfit Closet* -A CrossFit experience by a Physician, for Physicians”