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/blacksmifff Code: JKPODCAST for 50% off Lab Work at Blokes For Him: https://blokes.co/jkpodcast For Her: https://choosejoi.co/jkpodcast Never 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=en Never Zero Newsletter: https://www.th.fit/ NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners: https://www.nc.fit/programming Philanthropy: https://avaskitchen.org/ Chapters: 0:00 Discover CrossFit Relationships: Chandler & Noah Olson 1:45 Training Through Military Life: Chandler's Summer Experience 5:31 Dylan’s Incredible Race Pace and Endurance Tips 7:12 Mentoring in Sports: Learning Without Competition 10:45 Training to Win: Beyond Basic Goals 12:38 The Drive for Greatness: Why Champions Compete 16:36 Mindset and Resilience: Overcoming Tough Challenges 18:21 From Army Captain to Fitness: Chandler's Grateful Journey 21:34 Wrestling vs. Jiu-Jitsu: What’s Best for Kids? 23:12 Training in Martial Arts: Skills You’ll Use For Life 26:26 Finding the Right Jiu-Jitsu School for Growth 27:59 Couples in Fitness: Strengthening Bonds through CrossFit 31:26 Personal Growth: Winning in Relationships Competes Too 33:07 Disagreements that Build Stronger Relationships 36:19 Effective Recovery: How Injury Can Boost Performance 38:03 The Future of CrossFit: Changes in Competition 41:28 Competition Drives Improvement: Why It Matters 43:14 Insights on the 2025 CrossFit Games: What’s New? 46:44 CrossFit vs. H Rock: The Changing Landscape of Fitness 48:19 Future Athlete Standards: Are You Ready? 51:31 Visualization: A Key to Childhood Dreams 52:59 Writing Goals: Secret Sauce for Accountability 56:02 Follow Chandler’s Journey: Track Fitness Growth Over Time 57:36 Influence and Encouragement: Stay Dedicated to Your Training