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.
Weekly Wisdom Episode 21 Dec 19th 2025
By: WOD Father Published on: 19/12/2025From metabolic psychiatry to mastery, this week’s lineup dives deep into the connections between body, mind, and performance. Explore the hidden science of strength, mobility, and longevity with thought leaders from across fitness, neuroscience, and nutrition. Discover why sleep regularity matters more than hours, how muscle supports women’s long-term health, and what it really takes to break through the limits of expertise.
Inside Weck Labs
By: WOD Father Published on: 18/12/2025Discover what happens inside Weck Labs in San Diego — the birthplace of the revolutionary WeckMethod. In this firsthand account, Empower coach Corey Lappell shares three days of immersive training with David Weck and Chris Chamberlain, exploring coiling, rotational strength, gait mechanics, and neural priming. Learn how WeckMethod bridges functional movement, CrossFit, and athletic performance, and how these principles are now shaping training back home in Vancouver, BC.
12 Days of X-Mas & Holiday Schedule
By: WOD Father Published on: 15/12/2025Planning to train over the holidays? Be sure to register for classes at least 12 hours in advance between Dec 22–Jan 4, as unreserved sessions will be removed from the schedule. Empower CrossFit will remain open — even on Christmas and New Year’s Day — for members staying local. Plus, catch highlights from our 15th annual 12 Days of X-Mas event, featuring festive workouts and community fun.
Empower Weekly WOD: Week Beginning December 15th 2025
By: WOD Father Published on: 14/12/2025Join Empower CrossFit in Vancouver’s Kitsilano community for this week’s WOD lineup — including HeroWOD Murph, HeroWOD Spice, and high-intensity strength sessions. Train safely, build resilience, and connect with our Westside Vancouver fitness community near Jericho Beach and Alma Street.
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