Ep 10 - The Asphodel Open Breakdown 26.3

Ep 14 - Raising Strong, Confident Kids Through CrossFit with Coach Michelle

Why does Asphodel have a kids program? Beth catches up with Coach Michelle, Head of Youth Programs, to talk about why fitness should be for everyone, not just adults. They explore how movement helps kids build confidence, coordination, and healthy habits that can last a lifetime, and how the youth program fits into Asphodel's mission of supporting the whole family. The conversation also tackles one of the biggest myths in youth fitness: is strength training actually bad for kids? Michelle explains why properly coached strength training is safe, effective, and about much more than lifting weights. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Ep 13 - How well did CrossFit Prepare Us for HYROX Hong Kong | Coach James & Rocky

Beth sits down with Coach James and Asphodel member Rocky to talk about competing in HYROX Men’s Doubles, training with partners from the gym, and how having a goal completely changes your mindset in training. From race prep and pacing strategies to the community side of showing up together, this episode dives into why CrossFit prepares you for more than just the gym floor. James shares insights from a coaching perspective on how to build adaptable fitness for events like HYROX, while Rocky gives an honest member perspective on stepping outside his comfort zone and taking on a new challenge. The conversation also explores how training alongside other people keeps motivation high—and why signing up for something can unlock a whole new level of consistency and confidence. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Ep 12 - Building Strength Beyond CrossFit with Coach Stella

Beth is joined by Coach Stella, powerlifting champion and Head of Strength at Asphodel. They chat about the evolution of the gym’s strength program and Stella shares why she was so driven to bring a dedicated strength focus into a CrossFit space. They get into the key differences between strength training and CrossFit, how athletes can balance both. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Ep 11 - Highway to the Hyrox Zone with Coach Alex

This week, Coach Alex joins the pod to explain why sprinting your first kilometer is a one-way ticket to the "poop bucket" and a very sad finish line photo. We’re breaking down smart training for runners, Crossfitters, and "gym bros" alike, so you can actually smile for the camera instead of just surviving the sled push. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Ep 10 - The Asphodel Open Breakdown 26.3

The final week of the Open is here already! In this episode, Asphodel coaches James and Pat, break down Open Workout 26.3. They cover the key challenges in the workout, pacing strategies and give their top tips for Asphodels taking on the workout this weekend 💪 ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.