ABOUT THIS EPISODE
🎙️ Episode 164 – “Work Hard, Wine Down” with Margaux Alvarez 🍷
She’s baaaack! 💪 We’re welcoming 7x CrossFit Games athlete, winemaker, and all-around powerhouse Margaux Alvarez back to the show—and this convo is everything you need to feel fired up, grounded, and inspired.
From crushing the Hyrox Relay to embracing the power of community and owning your story, Margaux reminds us what it means to show up fully—on and off the competition floor.
Here’s what you’ll take away:
💯 Authenticity in sharing personal stories is priceless.
💬 Real talk: mental health struggles are common and worth talking about
🤝 Community is everything in fitness and life
🧠 Nutrition and mindset go hand in hand when it comes to body image
🔥 Whether you’re chasing your next PR or just trying to stay grounded in the chaos—this episode will remind you why you started, who you’re becoming, and how to wine down with purpose.
#WorkHardWineDown #Hyrox #FitnessCommunity #Crossfit #mentalhealthmatters
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Chapters
(00:00) Hyrox Relay Experience
(02:51) Running and Nutrition Insights
(05:48) Community and Competition Vibes
(08:37) Comparing Events: Hyrox vs. Games
(11:33) Traveling for Fitness and Community
(14:10) Engagement and Variety in Fitness
(17:14) The Evolution of Fitness Communities
(20:52) Building Community Through Events
(23:05) Personal Growth and Community Engagement
(29:45) Mindset and Overcoming Challenges
(33:39) The Struggle with Food and Control
(40:41) Navigating Body Image and Self-Perception
(43:23) The Impact of Mental Health on Youth
(46:27) The Importance of Seeking Help and Community Support
(50:26) Transformative Power of Nutrition and Coaching
(53:53) Authenticity and Vulnerability in Personal Growth
(57:55) Creating Positive Change in the Community
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About Margaux:
Margaux Alvarez is a 7-time CrossFit Games athlete, Titan Games finalist, and Tactical Games competitor whose impact extends well beyond the competition floor. With over 14 years of coaching experience, she’s also a winemaker, small business owner, and founder of GOAT Wine and the fitness app Celeste by MA. A former ballet dancer, swimmer, and Taekwondo student, Margaux grew up in Montana and discovered CrossFit in 2011 while training in the Bay Area. She quickly rose to prominence, later winning the 2018 South Regional and competing with Invictus X in 2019. Now based in Las Vegas, she continues to inspire as a coach, mentor, and entrepreneur. Her motto, “Work Hard – Wine Down,” reflects her commitment to blending grit with balance—whether in the gym, at work, or with loved ones. Margaux is also known for her appearances on NBC’s Titan Games and American Ninja Warrior, further showcasing her diverse athleticism.
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You can find Margaux here:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/321gaux/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MargauxAlvarez
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/321gaux/
Website: https://www.margauxalvarez.com/
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You can find The Macro Perspective and its hosts here:
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The Macro Perspective is hosted by Marcos Rivera and Seamus Sullivan, and was born from a simple but powerful mission: to help people take ownership of their health and lives. As performance health coaches, they've spent their careers empowering clients to think critically, stay curious, and make informed choices—not just in fitness, but in all aspects of life. This podcast is an extension of that mission, bringing insightful conversations that challenge, educate, and inspire.
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