Welcome to the Empower Blog

Looking for inspiration, guidance, and a little motivation to fuel your fitness journey? You’ve come to the right place.

Here, you’ll find a mix of resources designed to help you live stronger—inside and outside the gym. From weekly WOD breakdowns that prepare you for what’s ahead, to tips and movement-focused posts that help you train safely and effectively, we’ve got you covered.

You’ll also discover healthy recipes and nutrition advice from our coaches, plus wellness wisdom that touches on mindset, recovery, and lifestyle habits that support your goals. And because community is at the heart of Empower, we regularly highlight the accomplishments, stories, and events that make our gym more than just a place to work out.

Whether you’re brand new to CrossFit, coming back after a break, or looking to reach new performance milestones, our blog is here to encourage, educate, and empower you every step of the way.

Introducing DAD WOD: Build a Body Ready for Whatever Comes Next

Introducing DAD WOD: Build a Body Ready for Whatever Comes Nextby: SalsaPublished on: 06/10/2026

Discover DAD WOD at Empower in Vancouver—a weekly fitness and mindfulness program building strength, movement skills, body awareness and resilience.

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Introducing DAD WOD: Build a Body Ready for Whatever Comes Next

Are You Fit or Athletic?

Are You Fit or Athletic?by: WOD FatherPublished on: 06/10/2026

What’s the difference between being fit and athletic? Learn why balance, power, coordination and skill matter for healthy aging, longevity and independence.

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Are You Fit or Athletic?

Weekly Training Plan | October 5-11, 2026

Weekly Training Plan | October 5-11, 2026by: WOD FatherPublished on: 04/10/2026

See Empower’s CrossFit training plan for October 5–11, 2026, featuring Fran, running, strength, gymnastics and partner workouts in Vancouver.

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Weekly Training Plan | October 5-11, 2026

Rest After an Injury? Why Movement May Speed Recovery

Rest After an Injury? Why Movement May Speed Recoveryby: WOD FatherPublished on: 02/10/2026

Does rest really help an injury heal? Learn why early movement and progressive loading may support faster recovery, resilience and long-term health.

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Rest After an Injury? Why Movement May Speed Recovery

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