6.16.25

McCoy “Topsy” Turner, a loved member of the CrossFit community and former Seminar Staff trainer, died by suicide on March 8, 2025, after suffering from complex post-traumatic stress. Turner served for 17 years in the Royal Navy, specializing as an exercise rehabilitation instructor. He was part of Operation Herrick when he served in Afghanistan before relocating to Bali and continuing his work in CrossFit education. Turner worked more than 250 Level 1 and Level 2 Seminars. Turner was known for his warmth and kindness, and touched countless lives who attended CrossFit courses. He is survived by his sons Brodie and Tommy. 

TOPSY 

Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 25 minutes of: 

3 ring muscle-ups 

8 thrusters 

17-calorie row 

 ♀ 75 lb ♂ 115 lb

Quote: 

Know your value. Confidence breeds success. Act like the person you want to become, and people will start seeing you as that person. 

- Mark M. Ford