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Community keeps fit with the help of boot camp

"The bootcamp is a great way for the community to get out and stay healthy."

With the launch of a Crossfit boot camp in Bedfordview, residents can look forward to an alternative way of keeping fit.

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Kensington resident Carol Sam uses weights to train her arms.

Organised by Pietro Cignoli, Fighting Fit Africa’s Crossfit Boot Camp was launched at the Goldfields Show Grounds on January 21.

“The boot camp is a great way for the community to get out and stay healthy,” said Cignoli.

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The second boot camp was held on January 28.

Community members from Bedfordview and Kensington used weights, ropes and tires to train.

“We are a family here. Anyone can join us,” said Cignoli.

“I want to help the community to feel empowered.”

The next boot camp will be held on February 4 between 9.30am and 10.30am.

Contact Cignoli on pietrocignoli01@gmail.com

The Fighting Fit Africa Crossfit boot camp participants. At the back are Jacques Magill, Pietro Cignoli and Steven Boyd. In front are Carol Sam, Gareth Muller, Wayne, Cliff Hutton and David Hawkes.
Gareth Muller drags a tyre during training.
Kensington resident Carol Sam uses weights to train her arms.
Organiser of the Crossfit boot camp, Pietro Cignoli, cheers on community members while they run at the Goldfields Show Grounds on January 28.
Crossfit trainer Jacques Magill lifts a tire as the January 28 boot camp comes to an end.
Community member David Hawkes vaults over the finish line at Fighting Fit Africa’s second Crossfit boot camp on January 28.

 

 

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