Stonehenge CrossFit Wins Salisbury Gym of Year Award

Across the U.S. and U.K., diverse fitness initiatives are fostering community, inclusivity, and sustainable health habits. In Moses Lake, the Larson Rec Center's High Fitness class offers themed group workouts, such as a recent Fourth of July session, combining exercise with camaraderie and fun to keep participants motivated. In Salisbury, Stonehenge CrossFit, led by Kathy Simpson-Spatcher, serves a broad age range with a strong focus on safety, technique, and community support, recently winning a local Gym of the Year award. Meanwhile, the Jeffing method, created by Olympian Jeff Galloway, promotes a run-walk approach that counters traditional high-intensity fitness culture by prioritizing consistency and injury prevention, appealing to busy individuals and runners of all levels. Additionally, a CrossFit-based youth program in St. Clairsville, Ohio, integrates fitness with juvenile justice intervention, using CrossFit workouts to build trust, mentorship, and positive community engagement among at-risk youth. These examples illustrate evolving fitness trends that emphasize accessibility, mental and physical health, and social connection.