TOTAL body workout specialist Versaclimber UK is to make its functional fitness debut as it partners with Midlands Fitness Games for its much-anticipated event in October.
Created in 2019 by structural engineer Jack Simmons and gym owner Myles Brownhill, the event is a fitness fanatics’ answer to functional fitness in the Midlands and the first of its kind in the region.
Previous MFG events have been sell-outs, with hundreds of athletes from around the UK turning up to compete in unique competitions, each of which test the athlete’s capabilities, skills and strength against fellow competitors.
This year the event will welcome more than 300 participants as they take part in as many as five games from 9am to 4pm when it opens its doors on Sunday at Newark Showground.
For the first time in functional fitness history, four Versaclimber Sport machines will take centre stage.
The machines, which have been used by the likes of Andy Murray, Emma Radacanu, LeBron James, among others, will feature as part of a competition that will be a test of endurance and strength – the details of the challenge, though, will remain a secret to participants.
Ryan Kelford, operations manager at Versaclimber UK, said: “The Midlands Fitness Games is a hugely exciting event for the fitness industry. Over the years, there have been some great functional fitness events around the country, but the Midlands has always been left wanting. Thanks to both Jack and Myles, and their passion for the sport, we’ve finally got our wish.
“October’s event marks the start of the Versaclimber brand name on the roster of a CrossFit-inspired functional fitness event – a milestone we’re really proud of. We’re confident that the machine will push MFG contestants to new heights, appeal to their fiercely competitive spirits and that it’s appearance will be the first of many in the functional fitness circuit for years to come.”