Norwich gym CREW Fitness running group for cancer survivors

CREW Fitness, in Vulcan Road, is becoming the only gym outside of East Anglia to work with a worldwide charity - helping provide a better quality of life for those returning to reality - after dealing with the rigors of battling cancer.

The 'Battle Cancer Programme' is a free 12-week programme run by Battle Cancer - a UK charity - specially designed for individuals who are a minimum of two months clear of treatment.

CREW Fitness is located in Vulcan Road, NR6 (Image: Leah Hallam)

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Carey Pearson, owner of CREW Fitness, said: "The goal is to help cancer survivors to reclaim their physical and mental well-being within an inspiring and inclusive environment.

"It consists of two, one hour sessions, per week for 12 weeks which starts on Tuesday September 26 and continues every Tuesday and Friday going forward.

"Those who attend can progress at a pace that takes into account specific energy needs, any soft-tissue issues associated with surgery, physical abilities and specific goals.

CREW Fitness gym is working with UK charity, Battle Cancer, to provide a free program for cancer survivors (Image: Leah Hallam)

"We hope it will instil life-long habits with exercise, instead of just being a short-term intervention."

The gym's coaches will have to obtain certification in order to teach the programme and to accommodate the various conditions of people who may come through the door.

Carey added: "Cancer has most likely affected everyone, either directly or indirectly, so to be able to support the cause is a no-brainer.

Cary Pearson, owner of CREW Fitness (Image: Leah Hallam)

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"It's just the right thing to do and it's a great opportunity.

"The health benefits of crossfit are proven - it tests people's fitness at level - so in my opinion this is the best form of exercise and to help those recovering from cancer."

Those interested can sign up at battlecancer.com. 

The classes begin on September 26 and run every Tuesday and Friday for 12 weeks (Image: Leah Hallam)

The classes are available to cancer survivors who are a minimum of two months clear of treatment (Image: Leah Hallam)