Episodes

Feb. 19, 2024

What Makes the Great Great? Mindset for Success - Ep297

What makes Patrick Mahomes so great? This week on the Misfit Podcast we're diving into the greats and the mindsets that they employ that help make them great. Hopefully this episode can give you some fuel to start developing your own killer instinct. We hope you enjoy! ------------------------------ Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. If you'd like to join the Misfit fami...
Feb. 12, 2024

Pacing Strategies in Metcons - Ep.296

On this week's episode the goon squad predicts the Super Bowl, answers some viewer questions and gets in depth about pacing strategies during metcons. Hope you enjoy! 00:00 - Open 01:30 - Life Chat 23:40 - How to prioritize training 38:39 - Drew starts a fight 01:09:00 - RPE and communication for coaches 01:35:15 - Super Bowl predictions ------------------------------ Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're...
Feb. 5, 2024

RPE and Percentage Training in CrossFit - Ep 295

Struggling with your strength training strategy? Dive into our latest episode as we demystify the use of RPE and percentage lifting in CrossFit. We'd love to hear from you, leave us a voice message or drop us a line at http://themisfitpodcast.com 00:00 - Welcome 01:10 - Life chat 21:45 - RPE v Percentages 55:30 - GPP v Everyone 01:05:00 - The natural order of things 01:21:37 - Question of the week - Build Your Aerobic Capacity Easier Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and y...
Jan. 29, 2024

Misfit Listener Check-in: Your Questions Answered - Ep.294

On this weeks episode of the Misfit Podcast we're checking in with YOU the listeners. We're fielding a handful of questions from our discord channel, covering topics that range from Goal Setting in CrossFit Training to Performance Improvement and Self-Assessment. Hope you enjoy! Like the podcast? Want to leave us a voice message? Head to http://themisfitpodcast.com Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're do...
Jan. 22, 2024

Weekend Warriors: Defining Fitness Goals - Ep.293

Hey Misfits, buckle up for this episode of our podcast where we're getting into all the action from Wodapalooza. Then, we're turning our attention to you, the weekend warriors. We know it's tricky figuring out your training goals, especially if online comps aren't your thing. We've got some thoughts on that and how you can carve out your own path in the fitness journey. Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're ...
Jan. 17, 2024

Building Athletes: Affiliate to Competitive - Ep.292 (re-up)

In Episode 292, we delve into the intricacies of coaching at the affiliate level and its expansion to competitive programming and competing. The discussion includes insights into the journey from being a CrossFit enthusiast to becoming a competitive athlete, highlighting the essential role of foundational coaching at the affiliate level. This episode offers valuable perspectives for both aspiring athletes and coaches, emphasizing the importance of a solid base in CrossFit fundamentals. We also e...
Jan. 8, 2024

How to Get the Most Out of Your Training - EP291

This week on the Misfit Podcast the goon squad discusses how to get the most out of each and every one of your training sessions, but maybe not in the way you expect. If you're a Crossfit competitor or aspiring competitor you're not going to want to miss this episode. Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. If you'd like to join the Misfit family and get fit head to misfitath...
Jan. 1, 2024

Crossfit Quarterfinals Prep is Here! Phase 3 - Ep290

What is your "Super Bowl"? If your answer is the Crossfit Games Open or Quarterfinals you're in the right place! Phase 3, our Crossfit Quarterfinals Prep programming Phase starts on Monday, January 8th. In this episode we talk about what to expect in our coming phase of crossfit competitor programming, available at MisfitAthletics.com Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. I...
Dec. 25, 2023

Abilities Vs. Self Perception - Ep.289

On this week's episode we're talking about bridging the gap between an athlete's abilities and self perception. We'll also give you some steps you can take to help yourself build this skill. Hope you enjoy! As requested, this week we're going to provide you with some timestamps (Shoutout Gus). As a disclaimer, these timestamps are AI generated: 00:00 Introduction and Camp Planning 20:42 Athletes' Perceptions of Themselves 29:14 Overthinking and Insecurity 30:12 Progress and Mental Adaptation 3...
Dec. 4, 2023

Training Camps in Crossfit, Whats the Deal? - Ep 288

Recently a trend we've been seeing in the world of competitive Crossfit is the ride of "Training Camps". This week on the Misfit Podcast we talk about what this means, what constitutes a "training camp" and wether training camps are beneficial to competitive Crossfit athletes. #crossfit #podcast Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. If you'd like to join the Misfit family a...
Nov. 27, 2023

A Conversation about Crossfit Coaching - Gym Programming Highlight Ep.287

This week on the podcast the goon squad talks about their experiences and philosophies as Crossfit affiliate coaches. If you are a coach or gym owner Team Misfit has the programming for you and your gym. Learn more at TeamMisfit.com Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. If you'd like to join the Misfit family and get fit head to misfitathletics.com and start your free tri...
Nov. 20, 2023

Will CrossFit's New Rules Shake Up the Leaderboard? - Ep.286

With changes coming to the CrossFit Games season being announced, we analyze how having more athletes qualify could lead to surprises on the leaderboard. We discuss whether the top athletes will remain on top. Thanks for listening! Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. If you'd like to join the Misfit family and get fit head to misfitathletics.com and start your free trial...
Nov. 13, 2023

Competing through Injury & The Rogue Invitational with Paige Semenza - Ep.285

In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to have Crossfit Games athlete Paige Semenza, a powerhouse of an athlete, open up about the trials and triumphs of her competitive journey. From grappling with injuries to pushing through mental blocks, Paige's story is nothing short of a masterclass in resilience and determination. Whether you’re an aspiring athlete or just love a good comeback story, this episode is for you. Tune in, get motivated, and remember to hit that subscribe button. #podcast Misfits!...
Oct. 26, 2023

The Next Phase of Your Crossfit Season: Phase 2 - EP284

Our next 9 Week training Phase of the 2023-2024 season starts on Novemeber 6th! Phase 2 is nearly here, and on this week's podcast the goon squad is here to tell you all about what to expect. 00:00 - Pod starts 15:15 - Phase 2 chat begins Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. If you'd like to join the Misfit family and get fit head to misfitathletics.com and start your fre...
Oct. 24, 2023

Retesting Workouts and Do You Need a Coach? - Ep.283

This week on the podcast we discuss programming considerations, how to effectively use retest week for competitors, and share their perspectives on training competitive CrossFit athletes. Listen in for coaching tips on skills like pacing, strategy, and balancing priorities during intense training phases. Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. If you'd like to join the Misfit...
Oct. 16, 2023

Aliens, Kids books, and Athlete I.Q. - Ep.281

This week on the podcast things get a little weird. From Aliens to kids books to Athlete I.Q., this is a fun one. The goons take some time to talk through the Athlete I.Q. triangle of Mind, Body and Experience and give some insight into how to increase your Athlete I.Q. to help you reach your fitness goals. Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. If you'd like to join the Mis...
Oct. 10, 2023

Surviving Scary Season: Training Tactics to Push Through When Motivation Dwindles - Ep 279

This week the guys talk about the Crossfit Games move to Fort Worth and talk about some training tactics to keep pushing when the motivation is low. If you've been training Crossfit some time you'll know the feeling when you struggle to motivate sometimes even just to get to the gym. Hopefully something you hear on this week's episode helps. Have big fitness goals? Looking for a new Crossfit training program that will make you fitter than you've ever been? Join us for a FREE 2 week trial at mis...
Sept. 29, 2023

Coaching Athletes of ALL Levels: How We Make It Work - Affiliate Phase 2 - The Misfit Podcast Ep.280

This week on the podcast we're talking about how to effectively program for and coach a wide range of athletes - from beginners to CrossFit Games athletes - in an affiliate gym setting. If you have members who love seeing progress give Phase 2, our 7-week Crossfit Affiliate program a try at your box! Sign up at teammisfit.com/subscribe Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. ...
Sept. 18, 2023

The Science and Benefits of Heat Exposure Pt.1 - Misfit Project Throwback

We're digging into the Misfit Project archives to bringing you this episode from March 1, 2018. On this episode we're talking the science and benefits of Heat exposure especially when paired with excercise. Hope you enjoy, and thanks for listening! Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. If you'd like to join the Misfit family and get fit head to misfitathletics.com and star...
Sept. 11, 2023

Finding balance and shifting priorities with Kelly Kelly - Ep.278

In this week's episode, we chat with veteran CrossFit athlete Kelly Kelly about transitioning away from competitive CrossFit to focus on starting a family. Kelly shares insights on shifting priorities, establishing new habits and routines, and finding balance between training and life. Kelly opens up about the challenges of changing daily processes she's spent over a decade optimizing for peak performance. We discuss the importance of enjoying the process versus obsessing over outcomes, and how...
Sept. 4, 2023

Crafting the Ideal Training Day - Ep.277

Want the inside scoop on how to structure the perfect training day? Join us as I walk through sample daily programming for athletes of all levels, from Open competitors to Games athletes. Learn how to choose the right pieces for your ability and goals, optimal order for lifts and conditioning, must-do elements like warmups, cooldowns and recovery protocols, and how to progress volume over a season. Whether you're new to the sport of Crossfit or a seasoned competitor, this episode has actionable ...
Aug. 28, 2023

How to Train Smarter This Crossfit Season // Phase 1 - Ep.276

Are you ready to get started on the 2024 Crossfit Games competition season? The squad is back together to chat about our tried and true annual tradition - the release of Phase 1! In this raw behind-the-scenes look, we break down what you can expect in the 12th iteration of our Phase 1 training program. Learn about the new deload weeks, how we're strategizing strength work, attacking skill weaknesses, picking the right pacing, when to row vs bike, and more straight from the brains behind the prog...
Aug. 22, 2023

Enjoying the Process and Managing Post-Season Recovery - Ep.275

We dive deep into the mindset of an elite athlete on today's show. What does it take to stay focused on the process when all eyes are on the podium? How do you avoid losing your identity when the crowds go home? Coaching athletes to championships takes more than programming - it's about perspective. We're pulling back the curtain on the emotional and mental toll of high-level training. You'll learn how to manage expectations, recover from big events, and fall back in love with the daily grind....
Aug. 12, 2023

Recapping the 2023 CrossFit Games: Events, Programming and What's Next - Ep.274

Aaaaand we're BACK from the 2023 Crossfit Games! On this episode the goon squad talks about their experience in Madison and breakdown the Crossfit Games programming and talk about what the future could look like. Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. If you'd like to join the Misfit family and get fit head to misfitathletics.com and start your free trial today. As always, ...