DLPT United: Three Teams Taking on the Farm Games
Team DLPT take on the Farm Fitness Summer Games, one of the UK’s most unique and raw fitness competitions, hosted at the iconic Farm Fitness facility in Essex. The event brings together athletes from across the country to tackle tough, functional workouts inspired by the grit of farm life—sandbags, axle bars, hay bales, worms, thrusters, and more.
This year’s Games took place on Saturday 23rd August 2025, running from early morning until evening, with five demanding events spread across the farm:
- Farm Strong – barbell and sandbag work inside the gym
- Hustle and Hay – explosive outdoor fitness
- Field Fury – log and axle carries across the main field
- Yard Work – erg machines and dumbbell grind
- Harvest Hustle – the worm and shuttle runs, team endurance at its best
It’s not just a competition. It’s a test of physical and mental toughness, teamwork, and resilience, set against the backdrop of an incredible community vibe.
Team DLPT: Three Squads, One Mission
This year DLPT entered three teams into the Summer Games, representing months of hard graft and preparation. The results? A performance to be proud of, with Team DLPT placing 5th overall out of 70 teams—a massive achievement in such a competitive field.
The other DLPT squads gave it everything too, pushing to the limit and proving what our community is all about: energy, commitment, and support.
Voices from the Team
Nothing captures the day better than the words of our athletes:
“Being apart of Farm Games 2025 with Team DLPT was definitely a highlight on the fitness calendar. A day filled with teamwork, grit, laughs and ‘Full Sends’. A community that not only welcomes you, but one that pushes you to your best. Enjoyed every moment and ready to go again in 2026 💪🏽”
“I thoroughly enjoyed our training programme ready for Farm Games. Danny pushed us to the limit to get the best results possible. It was my first competition and I was nervous, however that was quickly settled by being around a great team and coach. A PB on the thrusters topped off the day. All around great event and even better coach!”
“My understanding of Farm Games was that it would be ‘just a bit of fun’, as sold to me by Danny. I don’t think I’ve ever pushed myself so hard! Axle bars, thrusters, jumping over hay bales!! That said, it was filled with so many highs; from the weekly team training, the atmosphere, the friends made, and the many worm innuendos. Genuinely can’t wait to do it all again.”
“I recently completed Farm Games, and what an experience it was! After having two babies in two years, I was a little nervous when Danny suggested I take on the challenge. The training was tough but so rewarding – Danny pushed me in all the right ways and really helped me believe in myself again. The teamwork throughout the process was amazing, and on competition day the atmosphere was electric. I’m so glad I said yes to this challenge!”
“Farm Games was my very first fitness event—something I never imagined I'd be able to do! From not being able to pick up a 50kg sandbag to getting it on my shoulder on comp day, it was all down to the training and team support. The worm event terrified me, but with extra help from the DLPT crew we smashed it. I hit a thruster PB too—every bit of the journey was worth it.”
And many more, with one theme shining through: team spirit, progress, and belief.
Results to Be Proud Of
- Team DLPT "Full Send" – 5th Place Overall (out of 70 teams)
- All three teams showed up, put in their all, and represented the DLPT community with heart and fire.
The podium went to:
🥇 Alex’s Angels
🥈 CrossFit Blackwater
🥉 Optimum Nutrition
Massive congratulations to the winners, but equally to every athlete who competed. The standard was unreal.
Why DLPT Competes
For us, Farm Games isn’t just about rankings—it’s about testing yourself, celebrating progress, and being part of something bigger. From the Saturday team training sessions, to the nerves on the day, to the PBs and high fives at the finish line—this was everything DLPT stands for.
We’re proud, we’re motivated, and we’re already thinking about 2026.
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