133: Why Mindset is Your Secret Weapon in CrossFit and Life—Don’t Miss This!

Welcome to Episode 133 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast! In this episode, hosts Jason Khalipa and Gabe Yanez sit down with CrossFit star Chandler Smith to discuss how mindset can be your secret weapon in fitness and life. Chandler shares his journey, the importance of relationships in CrossFit, and how resilience shapes success in competition and personal growth. Tune in to discover powerful insights that can help you overcome challenges and reach your goals! Don't miss out on these valuable lessons from a true champion.Follow Chandler on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blacksmifffCode: JKPODCAST for 50% off Lab Work at BlokesFor Him: https://blokes.co/jkpodcastFor Her: https://choosejoi.co/jkpodcastNever let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.Follow Jason: https://instagram.com/jasonkhalipa?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Follow TRAIN HARD: https://www.instagram.com/trainhard.fit/?hl=enNever Zero Newsletter: https://www.th.fit/NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners: https://www.nc.fit/programmingPhilanthropy: https://avaskitchen.org/Chapters:0:00 Discover CrossFit Relationships: Chandler & Noah Olson1:45 Training Through Military Life: Chandler's Summer Experience5:31 Dylan’s Incredible Race Pace and Endurance Tips7:12 Mentoring in Sports: Learning Without Competition10:45 Training to Win: Beyond Basic Goals12:38 The Drive for Greatness: Why Champions Compete16:36 Mindset and Resilience: Overcoming Tough Challenges18:21 From Army Captain to Fitness: Chandler's Grateful Journey21:34 Wrestling vs. Jiu-Jitsu: What’s Best for Kids?23:12 Training in Martial Arts: Skills You’ll Use For Life26:26 Finding the Right Jiu-Jitsu School for Growth27:59 Couples in Fitness: Strengthening Bonds through CrossFit31:26 Personal Growth: Winning in Relationships Competes Too33:07 Disagreements that Build Stronger Relationships36:19 Effective Recovery: How Injury Can Boost Performance38:03 The Future of CrossFit: Changes in Competition41:28 Competition Drives Improvement: Why It Matters43:14 Insights on the 2025 CrossFit Games: What’s New?46:44 CrossFit vs. H Rock: The Changing Landscape of Fitness48:19 Future Athlete Standards: Are You Ready?51:31 Visualization: A Key to Childhood Dreams52:59 Writing Goals: Secret Sauce for Accountability56:02 Follow Chandler’s Journey: Track Fitness Growth Over Time57:36 Influence and Encouragement: Stay Dedicated to Your Training