Hamilton Member of the Month for April 2026 Steve Newberry!

Tell us about yourself
I am a father of two that has called Hamilton home for the last 15 years. I consider myself a creative entrepreneur as I do YouTube for a living! I run an animated, educational channel for kids called Scratch Garden. 

What got you into CrossFit?
I was lifting weights and running on my own, and realized being self-motivated for my own fitness wasn't working. I also wanted something that combined cardio and strength training, so CrossFit was the answer! 

What do you like about Alchemy?

I like the community. I think that the coaches are great, and that they legitimately care about your progress. 

What has been your proudest moment at Alchemy?

Well, I literally learned how to put it all together and properly do the butterfly pullup last week so let's go with that! 

What are your CrossFit goals for the future?
Honesty, just to keep showing up, and continue to make incremental improvements in... everything! 

If you could design the perfect workout, what would it include?

Lots of little runs outside in nice weather! 

What's the biggest change you've seen in yourself since you started CrossFit?

Hmmm... I didn't join to bulk up or anything like that but I do see pleasant differences in my physique. There are muscles in my shoulders and back that I don't think existed two years ago.

When you're not at the gym, what's your favourite thing to do?

Painting in my backyard studio. 

What’s your favourite local Hamilton food spot?
I'm a big ramen fan, and love that downtown Hamilton has more than a few spots now. Hard to pick just one!