Ep 24.5 - Diving into Crossfit Affiliate Ownership with Rob Kearney

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