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The CrossFit Bath Podcast

Ollie's CFB State of the union and Members Council

Season 1, Ep. 170

Ollie is back on the podcast to have a look back at last year. And more importantly a look ahead for CrossFit Bath.

What can we do individually to support the CF Bath community. And what's this we hear about a members council?

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