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 Training Plan | July 13-19

Weekly Training Plan | July 13-19by: WOD FatherPublished on: 12/07/2026

See what’s coming up at Empower this week: Hero WOD Jack’s Triangle, power cleans, handstand walks, partner work, and more in our July 13–19 CrossFit training plan in Vancouver.

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Weekly Training Plan | July 13-19

Couples Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at Empower: A Fun Date Night With Real-Life Skills

Couples Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at Empower: A Fun Date Night With Real-Life Skillsby: SalsaPublished on: 06/07/2026

Join Empower’s Couples Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class in Vancouver on July 17. No experience needed—just bring your partner for a fun, beginner-friendly intro to BJJ and self-defence.

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Couples Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at Empower: A Fun Date Night With Real-Life Skills

Original Strength: Coach Heehee's Story

Original Strength: Coach Heehee's Storyby: HeeheePublished on: 24/06/2026

Coach Heehee shares how Original Strength transformed her relationship with pain, movement, and recovery—and why these simple movements can help almost anyone move better.

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Original Strength: Coach Heehee's Story

Walking’s Not Enough

Walking’s Not Enoughby: WOD FatherPublished on: 12/06/2026

In this Weekly Wisdom post, WOD Father explores the benefits of walking and rucking—and why they shouldn't replace your workouts. Learn how training frequency and intensity impact your fitness, health, and long-term results.

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Walking’s Not Enough

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