Athlete Spotlight: Kelly Friel (Crossfit)

In this first ever episode of Freedom Through Fitness, we’re joined by Kelly Friel — international CrossFit competitor, local Southampton legend, and living proof that it’s never too late to rewrite what fitness looks like in your life.

Kelly didn’t start CrossFit until her mid-30s — already a mum of two, with no background in competitive sport. But what began as a spontaneous decision quickly became a path to international success in the Masters division — and a radical shift in how she saw herself, her body, and her future.

In this conversation, we explore:

• What it’s like to compete on the world stage

• How Kelly balances training with work and family

• Why fitness is about what your body can do, not how it looks

• Her advice to anyone who feels like they’re starting “too late”

This episode is about more than reps and results — it’s about resilience, identity, and the kind of freedom that comes from feeling strong in your own skin.

🎧 Listen now, and if Kelly’s story resonates, share it with someone who needs a reminder: it’s not too late to start.

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