Facing Giants Crossfit:

Matt and Lydia Guild. Crossfit is known as ‘a high-intensity fitness programme incorporating elements from several sports and types of exercise.’ Matt and Lydia Guild have their own boutique crossfit box/gym called Facing Giants, situated on White Rock Road, which they established 4 years ago. They are extremely talented athletes, whom have competed in numerous competitions, and continue to train to the highest level possible in order to reach their goals. They will be heading off to the Gold Coast, in October, to compete in the Masters League State of Origin, qualifying as one of the top male and female athletes. They will be part of the Wellington Team, of which Matt is Team Coach, battling against the states of Australia as well as Christchurch and Auckland.
They are dedicated to all of the members that train at their box and this is showcased through the results that many have achieved. Just recently Carolina Vargas-Gonzales competed in the Strong Women Weight lifting Crossfit Comp where she came second out of a staggering number of athletes. Both Matt and Lydia were there to cheer Carolina on, as well as Zoe Sinclair who competed that day, and both of their results are a reflection of the high level of personalised training.

Another team event was the ‘Tough Guy, Tough Gal Mud Run’ which eight members of the Facing Giants Crossfit team competed in. The event was held on the 5th of August based at the Linton army camp in Palmerston North. With the goal to go hard and have fun the aptly named ‘Giant Slayers’ managed to take out first place. Partaking in these events shows the team spirit that is within the Facing Giants Crossfit box and that it’s not all serious training – there is a lot of fun to be had.
Anyone and everyone is welcome to become a ‘Facing Giants’ member – there is no restriction as to your level of fitness or your age to join the box. You take it at your own pace and are guided by 2 highly knowledgeable and accredited trainers in Matt and Lydia. They will personally make sure you reach your goals, by ensuring you are always using the correct techniques and form to do so safely. With only a few months until the warmer weather, enquire with Matt today about becoming a Facing Giants member!
Contact Matt Guild on: 0210470107. Or search their Facebook page ‘Facing Giants Crossfit’.