In this T&A Talk special, Angie Manson and Tommy Legan reunite post-hiatus with major CrossFit Games energy and real talk about fitness, body image, and what it really means to be healthy.
Fresh off their trip to the 2025 CrossFit Games, Angie and Tommy recap their surreal experience—from front-row views of elite athletes to running a booth at the Coaches & Owners Conference. They dive into key performances, personal favorites, and unforgettable moments like Jason Hopper’s groundbreaking win and Brooke Wells’ emotional farewell.
But this conversation goes far deeper than Games gossip.
They peel back the layers on body image struggles in CrossFit—especially for women—touching on social pressure, body dysmorphia, and what it takes mentally and physically to be at the top. Angie and Tommy reflect on the toll of societal beauty standards, the evolution of their own perceptions of strength, and how performance should outweigh appearance.
The episode also tackles the controversial rise of semaglutide and similar weight loss shortcuts. They explore the risks, side effects (including lawsuits and anesthesia complications), and how this quick-fix culture undermines real fitness. Tommy shares powerful insight on the difference between looking fit and being fit—and why there’s truly no substitute for hard work.
Whether you're a CrossFit junkie, just starting out, or curious about the mindset behind elite athletes, this episode will leave you fired up and thinking deeper about your own journey.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
The fittest people in the world didn’t get there by accident—they showed up, every day, even when it was hard. Angie and Tommy remind us that whether we’re chasing PRs or just trying to be better than yesterday, real health comes from doing the work.
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