The Fittest Man in Africa gives realistic fitness advice

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On paper, Jason Smith seems like any other 38-year-old. However, in 2009, he started competing in Crossfit competitions and has made it to the Crossfit Games three times, with 2023 being his fourth appearance. He has held the title of Fittest Man in Africa multiple times since 2013 and this year is no different. Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie sat down with Smith to talk about his latest accomplishment, and also to find out if Crossfit is as intimidating as it seems and what the most common misconceptions are:
23 May 2023 English South Africa Entertainment News · Leisure

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