Use of CrossFit funds in the process of physical education of students of higher educational institutions.

Abstract

Relevance of the research topic. To date, the problem of low level of health and physical preparedness of student youth remains one of the most urgent. Proceeding from this, the search for effective forms and content of physical education in higher education institutions, which would contribute to increased motor activity, physical preparedness and interest of students to the classes, is a leading direction in improving the system of physical education. According to some authors, one of the modern and perspective forms of organization of physical education in institutions of higher education is a system of training on the method of CrossFit. It is one of the newest types of motor activity among young people, who is rapidly gaining popularity in our country. The purpose of the research is to find out the features of the CrossFit system and the possibilities of its use in the physical education of students ofhigher education institutions. Material and methods of research:analysis, generalization and systematization of data of special scientific and methodical literature, content analysis of Internet sources. Results of work and key conclusions. In the course of the research it became clear that the CrossFit method is an innovative type of motor activity, which is popular among young people and has a number of advantages. CrossFit includes exercises in various sports: heavy and athletics, bodybuilding, powerlifting, gymnastics, weight-lifting, etc. The diversity, accessibility and versatility of the CrossFit exercises allows them to be used both in physical education classes and in the process of independent exercises by students with the aim of improving physical fitness and increasing interest. The use of CrossFit in the physical education of students requires further research in the development of methodological approaches to its use.