MS Residence: CrossFit 678
This year the Year 7 boarding cohort has shown a drive and determination too good not to share.
Three times per week in the summer season and two times per week in the winter anywhere between 5 and 10 Year 7 boys make their way up to the CrossFit gym at Scotch to get their daily dose of fitness in.
What makes this continued accomplishment impressive?
There are no requirements for these boys to get up at 5:45 am in readiness for a 6:10 am pick up. I make my way into the boarding house, and the ever-changing group of boys are there waiting in the foyer, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed.
Throughout the year the boys have completed sessions with the Senior strength and conditioning squad (Years 11 and 12) and Senior school cross country team.
The senior boys commented on the drive shown by Year 7’s and how their attendance and willingness to work helped inspire further effort during the workout.
Now that winter season has concluded the Year 7’s were determined to continue with their morning workouts, with or without the Senior teams. A very impressive trait!
Please view one of our morning sessions. Yes, the boys will tell you we can only commence once I have picked up and drank my coffee (thank you good shed for your daily support); however, it is refreshing to see a group of boys wanting to be placed outside of their comfort zone whilst being inclusive and supportive of those who may be ‘struggling’ a little with the workout on offer.
Please view the videos and apologies in advance for my voice…..!!!!