Cape Town, South Africa – In an unprecedented feat of self-restraint, local CrossFitter, John Powell, has shattered the previous record by going a full 12 hours without mentioning his CrossFit regimen. The record-breaking event took place on Tuesday, leaving friends and family in a state of shock and awe.

John, a regular at the Motley Crew CrossFit gym in Cape Town, is known for his relentless enthusiasm for the sport. His friends often joke that he can’t go five minutes without bringing up his latest WOD (Workout of the Day) or his impressive PR (Personal Record) on the deadlift.

“I couldn’t believe it,” said John’s girlfriend, Sarah. “We were at a braai, and he didn’t once mention his box jumps or how many burpees he did that morning. It was like I was talking to a completely different person.”

The previous record, held by another Motley Crew member, stood at a mere 4 hours and 23 minutes. John’s achievement has not only doubled that time but has also set a new standard for CrossFitters everywhere.

Motley Crew’s head coach, Mike, expressed his pride in John’s accomplishment. “This is a testament to the mental fortitude we build here at Motley Crew. It’s not just about physical strength; it’s about the strength of character. John has shown that he can control his urge to talk about CrossFit, even if just for half a day.”

Social media has been abuzz with reactions to John’s record. The hashtag #JohnGoesSilent has been trending, with many CrossFit enthusiasts and skeptics alike weighing in on the achievement.

“I’m inspired,” tweeted @FitnessFanatic. “If John can do it, maybe I can go a whole day without posting my gym selfies. #Goals”

However, not everyone is convinced. Local skeptic and gym-goer, Lisa, commented, “I’ll believe it when I see it. John’s probably just saving up all his CrossFit stories for one epic monologue.”

As for John, he remains humble about his achievement. “It wasn’t easy,” he admitted. “There were moments when I almost slipped, like when someone mentioned squats. But I took a deep breath and reminded myself that there’s more to life than CrossFit. Like, you know, eating paleo and wearing Reebok.”

John’s next challenge? Going a full 24 hours without mentioning CrossFit. The world waits with bated breath.