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CFJ EAST MEMBER PROFILE: INGE FUCHS

Your name? Inge Fuchs

What drove you to join CrossFit Jozi East?

Well, I initially wanted to get into shape for my wedding which was September 2016. Dedré Bouwers then told me about Crossfit Jozi East and how fun it is and that it was just down the road from work.

How long have you been a member for?

Since May 2016

Who inspires you?

My husband, he is driven go getter and lets nothing stand in his way.

What are you doing when you aren’t at the gym?

Planning client’s holidays who would like to travel with a Motor home, and thinking of new business opportunities.

Tell us one interesting thing that people might not know about you?

I have my 1st Dan black belt in Karate-Tenshikan and came 2nd in The World Championships in Japan.

What songs have you completely memorized?

Eeeh I am not really the singing type, but I know most words from the song “Afrikaaners is plesiere” Karen Zoid

What’s your favorite piece of clothing you own / owned?

My Karate Suit which I wore in Japan for the World Champion Ships which was signed by the Kancho in Japan

What would be your first question after waking up from being cryogenically frozen for 100 years?

Where am I?

If you were dictator of a small island nation, what crazy dictator stuff would you do?

Only swim suits allowed, only 3 days of work, I have a public holiday every month celebrating me and only I am allowed off on this day, no motorized transport, beach party and volley ball every Friday.

What would your perfect workout be?

A combination of rope climbs, thrusters, box jumps and Squats.

What has been your most memorable class or session at CFJ East?

The day I beat Aileen in rowing and had fastest time in the ladies division ?

What Is The Coolest Thing That You Have Achieved At CFJ East?

Mmm, I would say rope climb. I never thought I would be able to do it.

What Changes In Your Health Have You Noticed Since Starting?

My fitness levels have increased and I am so much stronger in my legs and upper body.

List Some Of Your Big Goals.
Running my own Lodge on my Game Farm
Opening a huge Animal Rescue Centre
Travelling the World
And of course, being able to do pull ups and walking upside down

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