Misfit Podcast

Misfit Athletics

Misfit Athletics provides information and programming to competitive Crossfit athletes of all levels. 

  1. A CrossFitter's Guide to Accessory Work - E.396

    13 HR AGO

    A CrossFitter's Guide to Accessory Work - E.396

    In this episode of the Misfit Podcast, Drew and Paige break down accessory work for CrossFit athletes from the ground up. They define what accessory work actually is (and what it isn’t), then go deep on how Misfit programs it, how it should be executed, and why most athletes either misuse it or skip it entirely. From primary vs. secondary accessory structure to the concept of “runway,” this episode lays out a clear framework for building strength, durability, and long-term progress without interfering with conditioning. They also tackle the biggest mistakes athletes make including ego-driven loading, lack of patience, and turning accessory work into junk volume. If you’ve ever wondered how to actually use accessory work to get better at CrossFit, this is your guide. Plus: updates on new affiliate programming, semi-finals jerseys, and shoutouts from the Misfit community. Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. Join your fellow Misfits on Telegram, today! It's Free! https://t.me/+4jt4uAMmtFA5NGQ5 Save on the best supplement in the game: https://gorillamind.com/MISFIT Misfit Athletics Programming: https://strivee.app/marketplace/p/misfit https://misfitathletics.fitr.training/t/misfitathletics/ Misfit Affiliate Programming: https://teammisfit.com/subscribe/ Misfit Apparel at sharpentheaxeco.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/misfitathletics Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/misfitathletics Thanks for clicking like and don’t forget to subscribe!

    1hr 16min
  2. Throwback Episode: Training Smart AND Hard on Machines: The Misfit Gears Matrix 2.0 - E.367.2

    15 APR

    Throwback Episode: Training Smart AND Hard on Machines: The Misfit Gears Matrix 2.0 - E.367.2

    Dive into the evolution of precision pacing with the newly updated Gears Matrix 2.0, a game-changing tool developed through 11 years of coaching data and countless athlete testing cycles. This episode unveils the comprehensive framework that has revolutionized how competitive CrossFit athletes approach machine-based conditioning. The Gears Matrix organizes training intensity into eight distinct "gears," providing concrete pacing targets across rowing, biking, skiing, running, and more. We break down how this system bridges the gap between objective data and subjective effort, allowing athletes to systematically improve their conditioning through linear progression - something traditionally reserved for strength training. What makes this approach so powerful? Our data shows that athletes who train across multiple intensity zones show dramatically better adaptation than those who stick to familiar paces. The matrix gives you a roadmap to explore everything from power-focused sprints to sustained aerobic efforts, all with specific work-to-rest ratios designed to optimize adaptation. The updated version now includes expanded categories for zone one/two training and dedicated power output sections, providing a complete picture of your conditioning capacity. We share practical tips for implementing the matrix, tracking progress, and avoiding common pitfalls like machine variability and improper pacing. Whether you're a competitive CrossFitter looking to gain an edge or a coach seeking better ways to quantify and improve conditioning, this episode offers invaluable insights into the science of speed and the art of perfect pacing. Download your free copy of the Gears Matrix 2.0 and transform how you approach conditioning forever. -------------------------------------------------------------- Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. Join your fellow Misfits on Telegram, today! It's Free! https://t.me/+4jt4uAMmtFA5NGQ5 Save on the best supplement in the game: https://gorillamind.com/MISFIT Misfit Athletics Programming: https://strivee.app/marketplace/p/misfit https://misfitathletics.fitr.training/t/misfitathletics/ Misfit Affiliate Programming: https://teammisfit.com/subscribe/ Misfit Apparel at http://sharpentheaxeco.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/misfitathletics Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/misfitathletics Thanks for clicking like and don’t forget to subscribe!

    51 min
  3. How to Attack Weaknesses Following Quarterfinals: Offseason Block 1 - E.395

    8 APR

    How to Attack Weaknesses Following Quarterfinals: Offseason Block 1 - E.395

    A breakdown of Misfit’s upcoming Off-Season Block 1, including how to structure your training, choose between strength or conditioning bias, and execute with purpose to build toward the 2027 season. The episode also covers common athlete mistakes, the importance of athlete IQ, and how consistent, intentional work now sets the foundation for long-term progress.  Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. Join your fellow Misfits on Telegram, today! It's Free! https://t.me/+4jt4uAMmtFA5NGQ5 Save on the best supplement in the game: https://gorillamind.com/MISFIT Misfit Athletics Programming: https://strivee.app/marketplace/p/misfit https://misfitathletics.fitr.training/t/misfitathletics/ Misfit Affiliate Programming: https://teammisfit.com/subscribe/ Misfit Apparel at sharpentheaxeco.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/misfitathletics Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/misfitathletics Thanks for clicking like and don’t forget to subscribe!

    1hr 24min
  4. Quarterfinals Recap: Programming, results, rants, what's next, and urine surveillance? - E.394

    31 MAR

    Quarterfinals Recap: Programming, results, rants, what's next, and urine surveillance? - E.394

    Quarterfinals exposed everything. We break down the programming, what actually mattered, and where things missed the mark. More importantly, we talk about what to do next. How to identify your outliers, adjust your training, and stop letting weaknesses drag your progress. If you’re trying to get better, this is the conversation that matters. —-------------------------------------------------------- Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. Join your fellow Misfits on Telegram, today! It's Free! https://t.me/+4jt4uAMmtFA5NGQ5 Save on the best supplement in the game: https://gorillamind.com/MISFIT Misfit Athletics Programming: https://strivee.app/marketplace/p/misfit https://misfitathletics.fitr.training... Misfit Affiliate Programming: https://teammisfit.com/subscribe/ Misfit Apparel at http://sharpentheaxeco.com Instagram:  / misfitathletics

    1hr 7min
  5. Open Review / QF Preview: Misfit Leaderboards, Open Review, QF First Thoughts - E.393

    24 MAR

    Open Review / QF Preview: Misfit Leaderboards, Open Review, QF First Thoughts - E.393

    On today’s episode, Drew and Paige break down the 2026 Open and look ahead to Quarterfinals. They recap the Open as data. What mattered, what didn’t, and what athletes should take away. Then they give initial reactions to the Quarterfinal workouts, including where athletes can gain or lose ground. They also touch on common mistakes and overcomplicating strategy. If you are competing, this will help you frame the weekend. They finish with what’s next in programming. Plus a new segment: Coaches Are People Too. —---------------------------------------------------- Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. Join your fellow Misfits on Telegram, today! It's Free! https://t.me/+4jt4uAMmtFA5NGQ5 Save on the best supplement in the game: https://gorillamind.com/MISFIT Misfit Athletics Programming: https://strivee.app/marketplace/p/misfit https://misfitathletics.fitr.training... Misfit Affiliate Programming: https://teammisfit.com/subscribe/ Misfit Apparel at http://sharpentheaxeco.com Instagram:   / misfitathletics

    1hr 11min
  6. Open Workout 26.3: 26.2 Recap, Live reactions, warming up, strategizing, & more - E.392

    12 MAR

    Open Workout 26.3: 26.2 Recap, Live reactions, warming up, strategizing, & more - E.392

    Drew and Paige break down CrossFit Open 26.2, analyze what separated top performances from the rest of the field, and discuss the real demands of the workout—from pulling endurance and midline fatigue to athlete IQ and pacing mistakes. They also react live to the 26.3 Open announcement, offering immediate strategy insights, movement breakdowns, and coaching tips for approaching the workout efficiently. The conversation dives into pacing burpees, managing barbell fatigue, thruster mechanics under pressure, and how small decisions—like when to break sets or control body language—can drastically impact your final score. Along the way they share practical advice for athletes at every level, from first-time Open participants to those preparing for quarterfinals. If you’re tackling 26.3, coaching athletes through the Open, or just want a deeper understanding of strategy and execution in high-pressure workouts, this episode will help you approach the test with a smarter plan.  ------------------------------ Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. Join your fellow Misfits on Telegram, today! It's Free! https://t.me/+4jt4uAMmtFA5NGQ5 Save on the best supplement in the game: https://gorillamind.com/MISFIT Misfit Athletics Programming: https://strivee.app/marketplace/p/misfit https://misfitathletics.fitr.training/t/misfitathletics/ Misfit Affiliate Programming: https://teammisfit.com/subscribe/ Misfit Apparel at http://sharpentheaxeco.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/misfitathletics Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/misfitathletics Thanks for clicking like and don’t forget to subscribe!

    56 min
  7. RUSHMORE: New Misfit Affiliate Phase - E.391

    10 MAR

    RUSHMORE: New Misfit Affiliate Phase - E.391

    The new Misfit Affiliate “Rushmore” phase kicks off Monday, March 16, and in this episode, Drew, Hunter, and Paige break down exactly what athletes and affiliates can expect over the next seven weeks. From weekly benchmarks and heavy-lift days to the philosophy behind GPP-focused programming, the crew explains why this phase is designed to build real, lasting fitness rather than just chase one-off PRs. They dive into the idea of “Mount Rushmore workouts,” the role of benchmarks in measuring long-term progress, how gyms should approach coaching the phase, and why showing up consistently matters more than chasing flashy movements. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or gym owner following Misfit programming, this episode will help you understand how the phase is structured, how to get the most out of it, and why variance and effort remain the foundation of elite fitness. ------------------------------ Misfits! We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did and you're feeling generous throw us a review and let us know how we're doing, we'd really appreciate it. Join your fellow Misfits on Telegram, today! It's Free! https://t.me/+4jt4uAMmtFA5NGQ5 Save on the best supplement in the game: https://gorillamind.com/MISFIT Misfit Athletics Programming: https://strivee.app/marketplace/p/misfit https://misfitathletics.fitr.training/t/misfitathletics/ Misfit Affiliate Programming: https://teammisfit.com/subscribe/ Misfit Apparel at sharpentheaxeco.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/misfitathletics Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/misfitathletics Thanks for clicking like and don’t forget to subscribe!

    1hr 27min
  8. Open Workout 26.2: 26.1 Recap, Live reactions, warming up, strategizing, & more - E.390

    5 MAR

    Open Workout 26.2: 26.1 Recap, Live reactions, warming up, strategizing, & more - E.390

    Episode 262: 26.1 Recap + Live Reaction to the 26.2 Announcement In this special live-style episode of the Misfit Podcast, Drew and Paige break down CrossFit Open 26.1, discuss strategy mistakes and lessons learned, and react in real time to the 26.2 Open workout announcement. Along the way they dive into pacing strategies, gymnastics fatigue, and how to approach the workout whether you're chasing a finish or fighting for a few muscle-ups. The conversation also touches on athlete integrity, preparation for high-pressure competition moments, and the mindset shift that can unlock your best performances. Plus: a Misfit Mind segment on the idea that the real competitive advantage might come from a simple mindset—“I don’t mind what happens.” What does that mean for athletes chasing outcomes while trying to stay focused on the process? Expect strategy tips, warm-up advice, community shout-outs, and a breakdown of how to approach 26.2 if you want to get the most out of your Open performance.

    1hr 13min
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Misfit Athletics provides information and programming to competitive Crossfit athletes of all levels. 

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  • Creator
    Misfit Athletics
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
    402
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Misfit Athletics
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    Misfit Podcast

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