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CrossFit vs Obstacle racing

CrossFit and obstacle racing have 90% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.

WhatCrossFitObstacle racing
Time a week4 hours a week4 hours a week
Who withOn your ownOn your own
You end up withA skill you got better atA skill you got better at
FeelsLivelyLively
To startFree$100

Choose CrossFit if

  • Cheaper to start
  • More of an indoor thing
  • Less adrenaline

Free to start, then about $150 a month.

About CrossFit

Choose obstacle racing if

  • Costs more to start
  • More time outside
  • More of a thrill

About $100 to start, then about $40 a month.

About obstacle racing

What you'll need

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Any two of the 396. You get the time each takes, what it costs to start, who you need and what you end up with.