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Work Capacity Versus Constantly Varied

Work Capacity Versus Constantly VariedBy: WOD Father Published on: 10/10/2025

CrossFit’s definition of fitness—“increased work capacity across broad time and modal domains”—contains an inherent tension. Should we chase higher work capacity or broader capability? In this post, WOD Father explores the trade-offs between specialization and general fitness, the difference between being “gym strong” and “farm strong,” and why variety, not volume, may be the key to building real-world strength and resilience.

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Work Capacity Versus Constantly Varied

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