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CrossFit stationed in Shenzhen to practice "Ninja" Kung Fu
Plant-style design meets urban graffiti on the walls, with glowing incandescent rings, hanging ropes, wooden crates, and large tires creating a cold, intense atmosphere. In the center of the room stand several squat, muscular figures—clearly not your average gym goers. The scene immediately makes you feel like you've stepped into a gang's training room, and all you want to do is run up and say, "Brother, I'm sorry I was wrong." But don't run! This is Shenzhen's first certified CrossFit gym. Those brawny men aren't street toughs—they're professionally trained coaches.
At first glance, the reporter thought it looked just like any other gym—just people lifting weights. But Coach Zhang Danfeng had to explain it over and over: “We’re completely different from traditional gyms!†CrossFit isn’t just about building muscle—it’s a functional training system that blends basic movements into high-intensity workouts. This method develops strength, explosiveness, speed, coordination, and endurance—all essential for completing the exercises. That’s why it’s also known as "full-strength training."
CrossFit has become extremely popular in the U.S. in recent years, and now it's making its way to China. Last year, the country’s first CrossFit gym opened in Shanghai, and Shenzhen welcomed its first location on July 1 this year. Yang Yi, who attended an experience class, told the reporter that even though there were no heavy weights involved, his body felt like it had been hit by a truck afterward. The lactic acid lingered for three days. Yang Yi is a regular at a fitness club, going three times a week—but he still found the CrossFit session exhausting.
Zhang Danfeng believes many gyms focus too much on muscle size and strength, often missing the bigger picture. “Physical fitness isn’t just about looking strong,†he says. “It’s about being healthy, flexible, and capable. Muscles are just a bonus.†As people age, their flexibility and energy often decline, but CrossFit aims to keep the body as agile and strong as a child’s. Even if someone trains hard and eats poorly, their body can still process it efficiently. It's about discipline and control, not just physical appearance.
In the recent reality show “Ninja Warrior,†where millions of viewers were hooked, the superwomen and men who completed the course are perfect examples of CrossFit athletes. Many bodybuilders couldn’t finish the course, but CrossFit practitioners could. The ropes and rings seen in the gym are actually advanced training tools. With dedication, anyone can become a ninja.