Published Dec 11, 2017

Earn Your Confidence with Jason Khalipa and Lewis Howes

CrossFit champion Jason Khalipa unveils his journey of personal growth, the competitive spirit, and robust business strategies, emphasizing the "AMRAP mentality" for achieving success not just in fitness but across life and business endeavors.
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  • Inner Strength

    shares his journey of overcoming adversity, emphasizing the importance of inner strength and resilience. He recounts moments of extreme discomfort during competitions, where pushing through tough situations helped him discover a deeper internal motivation 1. Jason believes that having a strong reason behind one's actions is crucial for success, especially when facing challenges 2.

    You got to have something really deep inside your heart to compete in whatever you're doing.

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    This mindset has not only helped him in sports but also in personal life challenges, such as his daughter's illness.

       

    AMRAP Mentality

    Jason discusses the AMRAP mentality, a strategy he uses to maintain focus and productivity. This approach involves identifying key focuses, working hard at them, and then switching gears to the next task, ensuring full presence in each activity 3. He explains that this mentality helps him stay present and focused, whether he's training, working, or spending time with family 4.

    In these workouts, it's a great way to use the analogy to stay present and focused in whatever you're doing at that time.

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    By regularly reevaluating his priorities, Jason ensures that he remains aligned with his goals and adapts to life's changes.

       

    Career Shift

    Transitioning from active competition to other career paths poses significant challenges for athletes. Jason highlights the importance of developing skills beyond sports to ensure a smooth transition 5. He shares his own experience of shifting focus from competing to growing his business and supporting his family during his daughter's illness 6.

    The competition simply allows you credibility. But now with that credibility from the competition, you're proving yourself as a subject material expert.

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    This shift in focus has allowed him to find new purpose and success beyond his athletic career.

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