Podcast Episode 3 – Coffee with the Cassells
In this raw, hilarious, and heartfelt episode, Stephen and Natalie dive deep into the chaos and beauty of parenting, performance pressures, and the unglamorous but powerful behind-the-scenes reality of prepping for elite-level fitness events like Hyrox.
They talk openly about:
- The unfiltered madness of family life – screaming kids, midnight chaos, and finding sanity in short bursts.
- The hidden toll of athletic pressure and what it did to Stephen both physically and mentally (yes, even hospital trips).
- How they’re navigating the murky world of performance, recovery, mindset, and the search for balance.
- Practical recovery tools they’re using—like meditation, magnesium, mobility work—and the hard truths about sleep and stress.
- A full debrief of Hyrox Glasgow: wins, setbacks, team spirit, double races, and why this community means everything to them.
- The importance of showing up—whether you’re a parent, athlete, or just someone looking to take that first step into fitness.
It’s vulnerable. It’s funny. It’s inspiring. And it’s the kind of real talk that makes you feel seen.
