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Fitness Date Leads to Surprise Proposal
4 Apr
Summary
- An online match turned into a fitness challenge date.
- The couple's first dates involved gym sessions and coffee.
- A surprise proposal occurred atop Arthur's Seat in Scotland.

A first message on Hinge sparked an extraordinary romance for Annabel Wellington. After matching with Dom, Wellington suggested they compete in a HYROX event, a bold move that set the stage for their relationship. Their early dates were defined by their shared passion for fitness, often including gym visits followed by coffee, and weekends filled with fitness events and training.
Their relationship quickly progressed; by January 2025, they moved in together. In April 2025, they traveled to Barcelona, Spain, to compete in a HYROX event, enjoying the challenge and each other's company. Dom later planned a surprise trip to Edinburgh for Wellington's 31st birthday in July 2025.
During the birthday celebration, Dom proposed to Wellington atop Arthur's Seat. The couple is now preparing for their wedding, scheduled for September 2026 in a village significant to their early relationship. Wellington's story, shared on Instagram, has resonated widely, inspiring others to "shoot your shot."