Evidence Provided by the Literature on the Use of Crossfit Elements in Sport

C. Stanciu; V. Ene-Voiculescu

doi:10.31926/but.shk.2024.17.66.2.10

Authors

C. Stanciu ”Lucian Blaga” University of Sibiu, Romania
V. Ene-Voiculescu ”Mircea cel Batran” Naval Academy, Constanța, Romania

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31926/but.shk.2024.17.66.2.10

Keywords:

CrossFit, training, workout, athletes, nutrition

Abstract

In recent years, scientific literature has increasingly examined the use of CrossFit in various sports. This paper aims to analyze this literature through bibliometric methods. Searches in the Scopus database from 2000 to January 30, 2024, yielded 567 relevant results. The analysis identified publication dates, prominent authors, affiliations, and key publications, aligning findings with UN goals. Around 75% of articles were published in the last 5 years, indicating rising interest. Results were categorized into sports branches, performance measurement, injuries, nutrition, motivation, and benefits.

Author Biographies

C. Stanciu, ”Lucian Blaga” University of Sibiu, Romania

Faculty of Sciences, Sibiu, Romania;
Craiova University, Romania
PhD student, Doctoral School of Social Sciences and Humanities, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport