Preparing for the CrossFit Open: Mindset Tips and Practical Strategies

February 22, 2024
Josh Holton

We’ve covered pre- and post-workout nutrition tips, but what about your mindset? Today coaches Josh and Jess tackle mindset tricks and practical tips for the CrossFit Open season to help you approach each workout with a well-rounded strategy.

Make sure to download our Competition Prep Guide, so you’re armed with our nutrition, mindset, and training tips for the CrossFit Open this year

Catch our previous videos in this series here.

Stay tuned for next week’s video!

 

Time Stamps

0:00 - Introduction

0:49 - Josh and Jess’s favorite CrossFit Open workouts (and what you can learn from their faves!)

3:30 - What should you keep in mind as you set your goals for the CrossFit Open?

9:40 - Bonus tips for adjusting training around the Open

11:30 - How to adjust your plan if you’re working out at a new time

12:00 - How to balance pushing yourself and comparing yourself to others 

13:33 - Should you redo a CrossFit Open workout? 

15:55 - Enjoying the season—final tips and tricks

 

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Josh Holton

Josh Holton

Josh is one of the most senior coaches at WAG, co-owns CrossFit Due North in Traverse City, MI and has been married to Jessica (also a WAG Coach) for 11 years. They have a wonderful 2 year old son named Milo.

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