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Member of the Month - November 2023

Meet our member of the month for November, Gary!
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Bianca Peppas
December 14, 2023
Member of the Month - November 2023

Bianca Peppas

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December 14, 2023

Meet our member of the month for November, Gary! He hasn't been part of our community for long but feels like he has been here forever!

Give him a heavy barbell and he is one happy chap!

Take a moment to read his journey.

Q: How long have you been a member at Proficient?
A: Since August 2023, so about 5 months

Q: What is your favourite thing about being a Proficient athlete?
A: It's like a massive playground when I step into the box at Crossfit Proficient! Good vibes, great sweat, solid gains and a wonderful community.

Q: How would you describe the community at Proficient? 
A: The community is at the heart of CFP. They are so welcoming, encouraging and supportive. Everyone backs each other 100% in achieving their goals. There is genuine unconditional encouragement from everyone in the community. I feel like I'm part of one big (and fit) family!

Q: What advice do you have for someone who is intimidated by group fitness?
A: Do it! The energy in a group is electric and I feed off the awesome vibes of the other members in pushing myself to meet and beat my goals. Plus there's always joy in doing something challenging together haha!!

Q: Favourite music to sweat to?
A: I love dance remixes! Take a disco/dance tune from the 90's and add some doof-doof to it!!

Q: Least favourite music to sweat to?
A: Classical- how does anyone workout to a flute?

Q: Favourite movement/workout?
A: Big, heavy barbell movements and gymnastic stuff. In saying that, Annie is a favourite of mine

Q: Least favourite movement/workout?
A: Wall balls can get xoxoxo

Q: Is there a member of the Proficient Community that inspires and motivates you to be better? 
A: The 6am crew! Seeing others giving their 100% in a workout encourages me to be better.

Q: Is there a member of the Proficient community that needs to know you are coming for them? Feel free to put them on notice!
A: Jesty- I'm coming for those muscle-us and handstands. Watch out brother!

Q: Favourite post-workout meal?
A:  Protein Shake with a dash of cinnamon

Q: What fitness-related goals do you have for 2024?
A: I want to get my bar muscle-ups and work towards handstand walks.

Q: Describe your athletic abilities in five words or less.
A: Goes heavy and fast- no regrets!

Q: What’s your background story outside of Proficient?
A: I work within the psychology field and have found exercise to be a wonderful stimulant for me. Outside of this I love my family, friends, and tinkering in the shed!