We are finally back from our long summer break, and we are kicking things off with a true gym OG, Coach Stephen Mann! After leaving his corporate legal career behind, Stephen traded briefs for barbells and spearheaded an incredible passion project: The Legends Program. If you think getting older just means doing a bit of light stretching in the park, think again! We are talking sandbag carries, deadlifts, and why building real strength is the ultimate cheat code for staying independent.

(01:06) Stephen’s journey from a day-one gym member back in 2010 to leading our senior athletes.

(07:18) The incredible community spirit of our Legends, complete with post-workout Yum Cha dates and matching Rogue "Legends" t-shirts.

(10:01) Why resistance training is absolutely crucial for maintaining bone density and making your body resilient against falls.

(13:00) How Stephen sneaks heavy lifting into the programming by relating it to carrying bags of rice or hauling grandkids up the stairs.

(17:11) A massive shoutout to Annie, who went from being super frail and dependent on her daughter to independently crushing 12-inch box step-ups!

(21:14) Breaking gym news: We are officially launching a brand-new Legends Yoga class over at our Kai Tak location.

Got a burning question about your nutrition, or struggling to nail down the basics of your fitness journey? Let us know what you want to hear on the next episode!

Find us on the socials @CrossFitAsphodel, WhatsApp, online at crossfitasphodel.com or say hello on the gym floor at Kennedy Town, Central, or Kai Tak (Airside) boxes!

What specific fitness struggle or nutrition myth should we tackle on the podcast next week to help you hit your goals?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 💪

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Week 2 of the Open is here.

In this episode, Asphodel coaches Stephen and Peter break down Open Workout 26.2.

They cover the key challenges in the workout, pacing strategies, and common mistakes to avoid.

Whether you're aiming for a competitive score or just looking to finish strong, this episode will help you walk into the gym with a clear plan for tackling 26.2. 💪

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