Athlete Builder Ep.24 - Nick Urankar - 5x Crossfit Games Athlete

In this episode of The Athlete Builder Podcast we have guest Nick Urencar. Nick is a five-time CrossFit Games athlete and shares his journey in the fitness industry and the challenges he faced as a gym owner, online platform creator, and elite athlete. He emphasizes the importance of consistency and finding enjoyment in training, even when it becomes difficult. Nick also discusses his approach to swim events, his strength in heavy lifts, and the memorable moments he experienced during competitions. Nick discusses the misconceptions surrounding his injury, the controversy and accusations he faced, and the lack of apology from Dave Castro. He shares his motivation to prove himself and the importance of not letting judgment affect him. Nick also talks about the training methodology in CrossFit and the different approaches athletes take. He emphasizes the need for gradual progression in training and the value of self-coaching and learning from others. Finally, he discusses the mindset of tinkering and finding new approaches to improve performance and overcome fear and nervousness. In this conversation, Nick Yurankar discusses the importance of accepting choices and handling outcomes. He emphasizes the need to be prepared physically and mentally as a college athlete and shares insights on how to navigate the transition from high school to college sports. Nick also talks about his impact through Zeus Method and the importance of making small changes to achieve personal fitness goals. He encourages individuals to be proud of their choices and highlights the significance of winning the day. The conversation concludes with discussions on favorite sports movies, music to listen to while training, dream travel destinations, and favorite superheroes and villains. Our supplements of choice: Jocko Fuel: https://jockofuel.com/products/jocko-go-energy-drink?variant=46916594598183 Our podcast links. Athlete Builder on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Athlete-Builder Athlete Builder on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34QCcodvAqAgj7iwk3tdrj Athlete Builder on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/athlete-builder/id1715521920 Athlete Builder on Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b5583cce-62bc-4611-ab54-ff367f41632d/athlete-builder Our social media links. Athlete Builder on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athlete_builder/ Athlete Builder on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1athletebuilder Athlete Builder on X: https://x.com/AthleteBuilder Athlete Builder on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@athlete.builder Athlete Builder web page: https://athlete-builder.com Athlete Builder e-mail: [email protected] Our services/products. Buy the Athlete Builder book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9xiGOWQ Buy the Athlete Builder book on Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/athlete-builder-jim-beebe/1146362511?ean=9798218498382 Buy the Athlete Builder book in bulk at: https://bookpal.com/athlete-builder-the-blueprint-to-build-champion-athletes-9798218498382 Buy the Athlete Builder planner on Amazon: (COMING SOON!) Take the Athlete Builder course: https://athlete-builder.com/courses Schedule a time for a Game Plan Session for you to get started: https://link.closersoftware.com/widget/bookings/ab-gameplansession Book for speaking engagements: https://athlete-builder.com/speaking Buy Athlete Builder apparel and swag: https://athlete-builder.printify.me/products Register for the Athlete Builder newsletter: https://athlete-builder.com/newsletter Read the Athlete Builder blog: https://athlete-builder.com/blog Train at Unbreakable Athletics Academy in Plainfield, IN: https://unbreakableathleticsacademy.com Support our charities: the military, breast cancer, and disadvantaged youth: https://theufoundation.square.site