A CrossFit gym in Ripon will be hosting a 12-hour fitness challenge for charity later this month.
CrossFit Ripon will be running the event on Friday, December 29 in aid of children’s hospice Martin House.
Business owner Michael Meegan, 42, said:
“The charity resonates with quite a lot of people.
“A few of our members have brothers and sisters who have been cared for there.”
The gym will host a CrossFit workout every hour from 8am to 8pm.
A live DJ will be on hand to motivate volunteers, who plan to complete a marathon (42km, or 26 miles) on a rowing or skiing machine and 100km on an exercise bike.
While participants can choose how many workouts they want to attend, 12 people have signed up to do all 12 workouts.
The youngest volunteer is 18 and the oldest is 67. The diverse range of volunteers reflects how everyone is on their own fitness journey.
Ripon CrossFit was opened earlier this year.
Michael said:
“The journey is better than the destination. That’s the magic of it.”
Michael, who currently serves in the Royal Engineers, is a long-time fitness enthusiast.
He opened the gym with his wife Sarah this year and will finish his time in the army next April.
Martin House, in Wetherby, helps children and their families cope with life-limiting conditions and bereavement.
You can support Ripon CrossFit’s fundraiser online.
If you’re interested in attending the gym, email info@crossfitripon.com.
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Harrogate fitness instructor qualifies for Miss England
Harrogate personal trainer Chloe McEwen has been crowned Miss Yorkshire and is now set to compete in Miss England.
Chloe, 21, was chosen by the judges at The Earl of Doncaster Hotel last night.
The level 3 fitness trainer hopes to use the title to inspire others facing mental health issues to embrace fitness and a healthier lifestyle.
Chloe McEwen
At the age of 16, Chloe was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and her weight soared by almost four stone during an eight-month spell in hospital.
But by embracing a healthier lifestyle, the former Rossett School pupil regained control of her life and now helps others to use fitness to overcome their problems.
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A young fitness trainer from Harrogate is hoping her tilt at the Miss Yorkshire title this weekend will encourage others battling mental health problems through fitness.
Chloe McEwen, 21, will be competing in the regional round of Miss England in Doncaster on Sunday, but her immaculate appearance will leave judges none the wiser about her past struggles.
At the age of 16, Chloe was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, she endured an arduous eight-month hospital stay, and her weight soared by almost four stone.
But by embracing a healthier lifestyle and a dedicated fitness regime, bolstered by an unwavering support network, she not only regained control of her life but also embarked on a mission to empower others.
Before and after photos of Miss Yorkshire contestant Chloe McEwen.
Former Rossett School pupil Chloe now wants to provide support and motivation to those in need. As a Level 3 fitness trainer with clients in a small private gym and classes at a Harrogate health club, she understands the challenges of self-motivation, but believes that simply maintaining discipline, even in small steps, is the key to turning things around. She said:
“The rewards of persevering are immeasurable.”
The problems Chloe had to overcome to achieve her transformation are all too common – 56% of the UK population are now registered with some form of mental health issue, and young people are disproportionately affected.
The Miss Yorkshire contest will take place at on Sunday at the Earl of Doncaster Hotel.
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CrossFit gym to open in Ripon
A CrossFit gym is set to open in Ripon.
Mick and Sarah Meegan, who currently run a smaller personal training and fitness studio in the city, will open the facility at Ripon Business Park, which is close to the canal.
The date is yet to be confirmed but the couple expect it to be early next month.
CrossFit Ripon will provide a functional training facility for Ripon, which the couple said the city currently lacked in comparison to nearby Harrogate, Knaresborough, Boroughbridge, York and Thirsk.
Mr Meegan, who is in the last year of 21 years of military service, said the gym would tackle obesity, mental health and wellbeing as well as get people into shape.
CrossFit, which involves constantly varied fitness routines, has grown hugely in popularity over the last 20 years.
The facilities tend to cost more than chain gyms but provide more classes and a more personalised approach, with community at the heart of activities.
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Mr Meegan said:
“Ripon craves a fitness, mental health and wellbeing facility that caters inclusively for all the individual needs of our city, especially those suffering from social isolation and low self-esteem.
“The wide range of variety in terms of classes, one-to-one PT, apprenticeships for future PTs and fitness for kids classes is something Ripon needs as part of Ripon’s Neighbourhood Plan 2030 in-terms of health and well-being.
“Research shows there is somewhat a lower life expectancy in Minster and Moorside Wards than for the district. Child health concern regarding increase in obesity over early school years is considerably higher than in the district whereas for adults this is slightly higher than the district.
“Our new affiliated CrossFit gym will cater for all of the above, our community is absolutely paramount in terms of health and well-being. We are passionate to give Ripon what it’s craved for years and promote fitness is for life.”
Mr Meegan said the couple had battled for nine months to secure planning and many people have told them it won’t work. He said:
“Even when everything seemed against us we persevered and got planning approval. If you believe in something you take risks.”