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Feb 4, 2026
Dave Cooper
3 min read

New Horizon CrossFit Raises £7,000 for Friends of Danesbury

New Horizon CrossFit Raises £7,000 for Friends of Danesbury. At New Horizon CrossFit, we often talk about community — but every so often, something happens that truly defines what that...
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Larry, a CrossFit parent, finding strength and balance while caring for his daughter with Trisomy 13.
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Oct 9, 2025
Dave Cooper
3 min read

Finding Strength for Darcie: CrossFit for parents

Crossfit for parents. When my daughter Darcie was born, my life changed forever—and years later, CrossFit became a big part of how I learned to cope with that change. She...
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Community
Sep 19, 2025
Dave Cooper
4 min read

Finding My Fitness at 52: My CrossFit Journey

My name is Chris Jones, and I’m a 52-year-old father of four living in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. Like many people, I used to think CrossFit wasn’t for me—that it was just...
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Community
Aug 15, 2025
Dave Cooper
2 min read

How CrossFit Became My Anchor in Recovery

Nineteen months ago, addiction had completely taken over my life in London. I knew I had to make a drastic change, so I left everything behind and entered a 15-month...
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Community
Jul 15, 2025
Dave Cooper
3 min read

Member Spotlight: Hattie Irving – Thriving in CrossFit With Diabetes

At just 24, Hattie Irving is not only building a career as a cybersecurity engineer but also smashing personal goals in the gym. Her journey into CrossFit is inspiring –...
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Wellness - Balance
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May 16, 2024
Dave Cooper
6 min read

What’s the best time of day to work out – before or after work?

If you’re like me or most of my clients, one of the biggest challenges when it comes to exercise is fitting it around your work. Which often raises the question...
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