Ayumu got into CrossFit after seeing it on TV here. Being someone who embraces all kinds of sports ranging from Baseball, Soccer, Swimming etc he was very interested in seeing what kind of exercises CrossFit uses. Throughout his 3+ years of CrossFit he has enjoyed working out alongside people of all ages and gender as well as the sense of accomplishment felt at the end of each workout. While he doesn’t have a hero figure per say, he thinks Spider-man is cool and respects the fact he’s able to balance a normal life while fighting crime on a day to day basis. His favorite movement is an overhead squat. While in Tokyo he recommends visitng the Imperial Palace in Chiyoda as he often runs in that area and can enjoy the different seasons while doing his cardio outside.
Name:
Ayumu Taya
Age:
20s
Where are you from?
Tokyo, Japan
Occupation:
Part-time trainer
How long have you been doing CrossFit?
I did CrossFit for one year about three years ago and restarted again this February.
Where did you find this place? What made you decide to start?
I saw it on TV. I have done many sports such as baseball, soccer, boxing, and swimming, and I wanted to know what kind of sport CrossFit was, so I decided to start.
What has been the most enjoyable thing about doing CrossFit?
Being able to gradually learn and perform various techniques.
Is there someone you admire or aim to become like? Why?
Not particularly. However, I have admired heroes since I was young, especially Spider-Man. I think Spider-Man is cool because in the movies he struggles between being a hero and love, which makes him very human.
What is your favorite CrossFit workout?
Overhead squat
Do you have any advice for people who are thinking of starting?
It is a sport that anyone can do together, regardless of age or gender. There is a sense of achievement that comes from accomplishing things together that you cannot experience in daily life, and I definitely think it is rewarding.
Do you have any recommended spots in Tokyo?
The Imperial Palace. I often go there because running is my hobby, and you can feel the changing seasons there.
