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.

Intensity Beats Cancer: Why Vigorous Exercise Matters for Long-Term Health

Intensity Beats Cancer: Why Vigorous Exercise Matters for Long-Term Healthby: WOD FatherPublished on: 13/10/2026

Can high-intensity exercise reduce cancer and heart disease risk? Explore why vigorous exercise belongs in a balanced plan for health, strength and longevity.

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Intensity Beats Cancer: Why Vigorous Exercise Matters for Long-Term Health

Weekly Training Plan | October 12-18, 2026

Weekly Training Plan | October 12-18, 2026by: WOD FatherPublished on: 11/10/2026

See Empower’s CrossFit training plan for October 12–18, 2026, featuring strength, conditioning, Nancy and functional fitness in Vancouver.

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Weekly Training Plan | October 12-18, 2026

The Science of Longevity: What's Real, What's Hype, and What Actually Works?

The Science of Longevity: What's Real, What's Hype, and What Actually Works?by: SalsaPublished on: 10/10/2026

Join Dr. Rob Stenstrom (aka Mr. Fantastic) at Empower in Vancouver on October 24 for a free talk and Q&A exploring longevity science, healthy aging, and biohacking myths.

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The Science of Longevity: What's Real, What's Hype, and What Actually Works?

New Strength Training Guidelines—What Really Matters?

New Strength Training Guidelines—What Really Matters?by: WOD FatherPublished on: 09/10/2026

Explore the 2026 ACSM strength training guidelines, why consistency matters, and how strength and power training support healthy aging and longevity at any age.

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New Strength Training Guidelines—What Really Matters?

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