Benton Gym in Mittagong hosted a major crossfit competition on Sunday, March 8, which attracted 160 athletes from Sydney, the Illawarra, the Highlands, Newcastle and the Riverina.
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The 'Battle of Benton' saw 80 teams of two compete in a series of events which tested their fitness and strength, with exercises such as running, sled pulls, barbell and dumbbell work, sandbag carries, rowing and gymnastic movements.
Many spectators watched the event at Braemar, near Bunnings, with a DJ laying motivating music and food stalls available.
A large number of Benton Gym members helped run and judge the event.
Benton Gym co-owner, Lizzy Garard, said the aim of the 'Battle of Benton' was to celebrate the sport of fitness and inspire people to be their best.
"It was so heartening to see so many people of all ages - both competitors and spectators - descend on our gym to celebrate the amazing capabilities of our minds and bodies and to aspire to be as healthy and fit as possible," she said.
"Exercise is vital at any age and our aim at the event was to highlight its vital importance to our wellbeing."
The winning teams in the three major divisions, each taking home cash prizes, were:
- Females - 'Wander Women' team, from Newcastle
- Males - 'Father and Son' team, from Crossfit Bodi Complete in Sydney
- Mixed Pairs - 'Train Hard, Play Harder' team from Crossfit Play in Sydney
For more information about Benton Gym and its cross-functional group and bootcamp classes, call 0439 585 949 or visit www.bentongym.com.
