Ep 24.5 - Diving into Crossfit Affiliate Ownership with Rob Kearney KETTLEBELLS & COCKTAILS

In this episode, host John and Niki chat with one of their favorite guests Rob Kearney about his experiences with running a new CrossFit gym, CrossFit Iron Legacy. They discuss building a community, balancing coaching elite athletes with newcomers, and the approach towards CrossFit Open. Rob also shares his 'hot girl summer body' diet and his passion for coaching high-level athletes while maintaining a nurturing and diverse community environment. They also touch on topics like the importance of a diverse coaching staff and nutrition within the CrossFit scene.

https://crossfitironlegacy.com
https://hwpotraining.com/programs/hwpo-strong

00:01 Introduction and Catching Up
00:32 The Life of an Affiliate Owner
00:54 Building a Community: Hiring a New Coach
01:33 The Power of CrossFit Community
04:30 The Challenges of Running a Gym
05:12 Success Stories and Future Goals
07:27 Creating a Positive Gym Culture
11:43 Dealing with Disruptions in the Gym
20:44 Preparing for the CrossFit Open
34:30 Balancing Community and Competition
37:02 Balancing Elite Athlete Coaching with Community Building
37:54 Challenges of Coaching Newbies and the Importance of Diverse Coaching Styles
38:59 Building a Diverse Coaching Team for a Better Gym Experience
40:40 The Importance of Coaches Development and Skillset Sundays
41:40 Leveraging Coaches' Passions for a Diverse Gym Experience
43:17 The Value of Diversity in Coaching Styles
45:24 The Journey to a Beach Body Diet
46:03 The Struggles and Rewards of a Strict Diet
50:06 The Role of Nutrition in CrossFit
01:03:18 The Excitement of the Upcoming CrossFit Games