Ben Upfold @BenjaminUpfold

What is holding YOU back from taking the next step in your fitness journey? For some of us, it's overcoming FEAR. FEAR of the unknown. FEAR of change. FEAR of failure. FEAR of success. FEAR of what to do when you get to the gym. Well guess what… instagr.am/p/CR5-AbItesZ/

Take a walk through a health food store or browse a healthy living website, and you’re bound to encounter one of the wellness industry’s favorite words: toxins. You can buy drinks, face masks, supplements, and creams that promise to “detoxify” your body … instagr.am/p/COxCdyltjPi/

Getting fitter and in turn healthier isn't a quick or easy process. Truth is - its hard. You're going to be sore, tired, & sweaty. But it doesn't have to be boring. Working out here is meeting friends and having a laugh. It's having someone there to keep… instagr.am/p/COsAbA4tWHp/

This Saturday we're running an Introduction to CrossFit Session. If you would like to give CrossFit a go, or you're interested in knowing what all the hype is about, book on via our website (link in bio). #crossfit #fitness #ancoats #manchester #workou… instagr.am/p/COPclfVAnIt/

When was the last time you were a true beginner?   As kids we’re beginners at everything. We try things, fail at first, and try again. Slowly we get better — we learn how to ride bikes, how to swim, and how to tie our shoes.   Once you’re an adult it’s e… instagr.am/p/CN2eOCuAwdU/

The benefits of exercise, especially high intensity exercise as mentioned in the study, beyond the idea of weight loss needs to be more heavily touted.

CrossFit Ancoats Coach Steph Bratby (@SBratby) Has competed in 3 CrossFit Opens. One of the top 700 Fittest Woman in the UK. Want to learn from from her? We've an Introduction to CrossFit Session on the 24th of April Link in our bio. #crossfit #fitn… instagr.am/p/CNSP98VAoMU/

CrossFit Ancoats Coach Will Asheshov (@wexash) Has competed in 3 CrossFit Opens. Over the last year he has improved his fitness to finish as the 33rd Fittest man in Peru. Putting him in the top 25% Fittest men in the world. Want to learn from from hi… instagr.am/p/CNPgN3AAzz2/

CrossFit Ancoats Head Coach / Owner @wusiesong Qualified for the CrossFit Games Quarter Finals. 313th Fittest Woman in the UK Want to learn from from her? We've an Introduction to CrossFit Session on the 24th of April Link in our bio. #crossfit #fit… instagr.am/p/CNMe413AThG/

Introduction to CrossFit Session It’s scary going to a new gym for the first time. What if everyone there is more fit than you? What if they all stare?   Once inside, will anyone talk to you? Where is the bathroom? And what should you wear?   We’re here… instagr.am/p/CNC8b3CgrlJ/

Hi I'm Louise, @louxeva I'm a science teacher and I'm 28. I've been doing CrossFit for 4 months This is my first CrossFit Open. I'm doing the open because I really love CrossFit & how much it makes me push myself. It will be a good way of comparing my… instagr.am/p/CL8wp-9Huw4/

Hi, I’m Sarah (@Sarah_Hoof), I’m a doctor, and I’m 32. I’ve been doing CrossFit for 6 months, and this is my first CrossFit Open! I’m doing the open to set myself a challenge, and to help keep me accountable to my fitness goals. This is definitely goin… instagr.am/p/CLv6PHwnNCx/

Hi I’m Anahi, I’m a Food Compliance manager and I’m 32. I’ve been doing Crossfit for 7 months and this is my first Crossfit open. I’m doing the open because I want to challenge myself and recover my fitness level that I had before moving to the UK. Be… instagr.am/p/CLzT7d3n5hs/

Hi I'm Lee (@lee_barlow1), I'm an electeical engineer and I'm 26. I've been doing CrossFit for around 5 months. This is my first CrossFit Open. I'm doing the open because during lockdown it really gives you something to focus on and work towards. I am … instagr.am/p/CLtd1z6nCo7/

Hi I'm Helen I'm a female fitness coach and I'm 33. I've been doing CrossFit for 5 months. This is my first CrossFit Open. I'm doing the open because, I’ve only been doing CrossFit for a few months and I am already obsessed. The community, coaching & s… instagr.am/p/CLqxAgDHIu_/

Hey I’m Alice (@allypolle), I’m a Finance Manager and I’m 25. I’ve been doing CrossFit for 2 months. This is my first CrossFit Open. I’m doing the open because I want to have something to look back on in a years time and think, heck, hard work does pay… instagr.am/p/CLoeDDQHNiZ/

Hi I’m Ella, (@ell_chippendale) I’m a Trade Advisor and I’m 24 years old. I’ve been doing CrossFit for 18 months and this is my first official Crossfit open. I’m doing the open because whilst we can’t go to the box at the moment the energy from the Cro… instagr.am/p/CLgmEUXHtfQ/

Hi, I'm Mario, (@_mariuch) I'm a nurse and I'm 30. I've been doing CrossFit for almost 2 years. This is my second CrossFit open. (I can't wait for it) And even if the pandemic slowed me down a bit, I kept training and I'm doing the open because it gives … instagr.am/p/CLeZNAxn8N5/

Hi I'm Joe (@joejackson91), I'm a Primary School Teacher and I'm 29. I've been doing CrossFit for 2 months. This is my first CrossFit Open. I'm doing the open because I love challenging myself and competing against others. I am new to CrossFit cannot w… instagr.am/p/CLWSNQwHJDz/

Hi I'm Annabel (@annabel_lucy_91), I'm a Research Manager and I'm 29. I've been doing CrossFit for 18 months and this is my first CrossFit Open. I'm doing the open because I want a challenge to focus on and keep myself physically and mentally fit. The C… instagr.am/p/CLTdaUbnZfs/