Beyond the WOD Podcast · September 16, 2025 · 1 hr 3 min

Episode 3: The Stories We Tell Ourselves in the Gym

Welcome back to Beyond the WOD ! In this episode, Matt VanSchoyck (Affiliate Owner & CCFT) and Molly Kubow (CF-L2 Coach) shift from barbells to brainwaves—talking all things mindset . 💭 What stories do you tell yourself in the middle of a tough workout? 👉 “I can’t do this” vs. “I’ve got one more rep” 👉 “This workout sucks” vs. “This will make me stronger” We break down: How your self-talk shapes performance in the gym (and in life) The “red car theory” and why your brain sees what you focus on Soft talk, negations, and projections—the sneaky words that hold us back Why ownership beats victim mentality every single time Practical strategies for turning negative thoughts into positive action This isn’t woo-woo fluff. It’s real, practical, and backed by experience (and a little science). Whether you’re chasing PRs or just trying to show up consistently, your mindset might be the biggest muscle you need to train. 👉 Hit play and ask yourself: What story am I telling myself today? New episodes every week. #BeyondTheWOD #CrossFit #MindsetMatters #FunctionalFitness