There are at least a dozen women of various ages and backgrounds here.
They’re lifting tyres, hauling on ropes, jumping over benches and pounding punchbags.
The gym is filled with the sound of their effort – gasps, grunts, the squeak of trainer on floor.
The warm-up routine is being led by the Salvation Army’s Charlie Malarkey.
“Keep going! You’re doing great!” he shouts. “This ticks every box, does this. It makes you feel physically strong, mentally strong…”
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