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Functional fitness and health-related reviews, commentary and gym visit experiences from a 40-something aspiring athlete and coach.
BoxJumper Social Distancing Challenge Workout #2
The second in the series of workouts for this challenge is a common one to CrossFitters. We’re going to do an at-home version of the benchmark workout “Cindy”

The BoxJumper Self-Isolation Fitness Challenge, workout 1
If you’re in self isolation due to the COVID-19 outbreak, you may need some help to stay active. Here’s the first in a series of workouts I’m posting to help you have fun, keep moving, and challenge your fitness.

Talking About Weight Loss, Fitness and Lifestyle Changes on Global News Morning
Losing 100 pounds is a big deal. Not just because it’s a lot of weight but because of the commitment and sacrifice it takes to get there. Gareth Stephenson made a significant lifestyle change and decided if his story would motivate others, then why not share?

Making a first attempt at Rx for The Crossfit Open Workout 17.2
Damn. Enough said. 25 feet of linear space, 2 50lb dumbbells and a pull-up bar. 12 minutes - a loooong 12 minutes The WOD (Masters 40-44 Men) 2 rounds of: 50ft walking lunges with 2 50lb dumbbells in rack position (35lb scaled) 16 toes to bar (hanging knee raises...

The 2017 Open: the rock concert you’ll regret having missed
Challenging, yes. But you've done just as much in a CF class within the last week, I'd bet. Various. Your Box will have what you need. One workout every week for 5 weeks, announced each Thursday starting on Feb 23rd. Think about the last time you went to a big music...

The 2016 Christmas Complex
A simple workout of 12 movements you can chain together can do with virtually no equipment, just in time for the Holidays when your favourite gym is closed!