Name: Rebecca Edwards

Place of Birth: South Africa

DOB : January 1988

Website: Cardiff Kettlebell Bootcamp

Why did i get into Gym Cross Training?
My boyfriend decided that a health spa and luxury pampering was no longer a way to spend a romantic weekend away, instead he surprised me with an entry into the World X Training Gym Challenge.

Why World Gym Challenge?
After recovering from a long standing back problem, this gave me the perfect focus. What better way to challenge yourself!!

Sporting achievements :
My background in sport has involved hockey, where I represented South Africa at under 18's level. I also loved various types of dancing and I know take Zumba classes in Cardiff at a multiple of locations.

Fav food:
My Juice Plus+ Complete Wellness shake. After a tough workout, there is nothing better to replenish my energy.

Favourite restaurant:
There is a great restaurant in Penarth, Cardiff called El Puortos. If you ever visit, you have gotta go. We go there regularly on Sundays for a great Sunday lunch!!

Training:
I take eight Zumba classes, plus two functional classes and run a Cardiff Kettlebell Bootcamp. My classes therefore keep me very active, so I'm limited to around fifteen - twenty minutes of intense training prior to my classes. I enjoy intense cardio, such as intervals, especially on the treadmill!!

Quotes:

''Health is not merely the absence of disease, it is the balance of mind, body and soul''

''Age wrinkles the body, quiting wrinkles the soul''.

''Any man who can drive safely while kissing a pretty girl is simply not giving the kiss the attention it deserves''.

Fav film:
Ghost

What advice would you give to anyone who is thinking about trying world gym challenge: Although you need to be physically prepared, nothing will get you through it without strong mental strength and preparation. In these challenges, you really do have to dig deep!!