Why Our Program Is Different — And Why That Matters

We are excited to celebrate Brie Binder as our Athlete of the Month! Brie’s CrossFit journey began back in 2007 in California. After moving to the East Coast, she trained at CrossFit DC, just a short distance from 12 Labours. When her family eventually settled in the area, joining 12 Labours was an easy decision after hearing great things through the MACC community. You will most often find Brie in the 9:30am or 3:30pm classes. She loves Olympic lifting, especially snatching, and is a fan of bar muscle ups. Right now, she is working toward ring muscle ups and continuing her return to training after welcoming her son in June, an inspiring example of consistency and resilience. When asked what she loves most about 12 Labours, Brie shared: “The coaches, the programming and the community. I've been at a lot of different CF gyms and this is by far the best one. The level of coaching and in-house programming is rare, and the community is positive and supportive.” Outside the gym, Brie is a constitutional law attorney. She enjoys spending time with her family and getting outdoors whenever she can. Brie, your dedication, positivity, and commitment to both your fitness and your family inspire our entire community. Congratulations on being our November Athlete of the Month

At 12 Labours, strength is for everyone. It is not reserved for advanced athletes or those with years under the bar. Strength is a skill that can be learned, practiced, and built at any stage. While our facility supports many styles of training, the powerlifting program exists to give members a clear, structured path to getting stronger. You do not need prior experience. You do not need to know the lifts. You only need a willingness to learn and show up consistently. A new training cycle begins this Tuesday, January 6th, making it an ideal time to start. Powerlifting is a strength sport built around three barbell movements. Each lift is taught from the ground up, with an emphasis on safe positions, clear standards, and steady progress. The Big Three lifts are: The Squat, which develops lower body strength and full-body stability. The Bench Press, the primary upper body pressing movement. The Deadlift, a foundational test of total-body strength. Every lifter begins somewhere. Our coaching approach meets you at your current level and progresses at a pace that makes sense for you. Loads are personalized, technique is prioritized, and progress is measured over time. Whether this is your first time touching a barbell or you are returning after time away, you belong on the platform. Although the work under the bar is individual, the environment is collective. Training alongside others builds accountability, confidence, and consistency. Members support one another through spots, feedback, and shared effort. No one trains alone here. Powerlifting rewards consistency and patience. Structured training and clear goals create momentum, whether that goal is learning proper technique, building confidence, or adding weight to the bar. The process is the same for everyone: show up, train with intention, and improve steadily. Yes, this is for you. Experience is not required. Competition is never mandatory, but it is available to anyone who wants a tangible goal. This cycle will build toward Maryland States, a local meet open to all, taking place March 21 to 22, 2026. Competing is about participation, preparation, and shared experience, not winning. Our next training cycle begins Tuesday, January 6th, giving you plenty of time to learn the lifts, build strength, and feel prepared. Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30 PM 12 Labours Annapolis See you in the gym.