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Shelby Neal — Avoiding Burnout and Having Fun in CrossFit and Life
“And that mental break is really important, too. … You have to sprinkle in some fun. You have to sprinkle in some things that make you feel good, otherwise you’re going to hate your life. You’re going to hate exercise and that’s going to fuel the dislike of health and fitness which is not the goal of CrossFit at all. It’s the opposite goal.”
Three-time CrossFit Games athlete Shelby Neal joins the “More Than Fitness” podcast with Adrian Conway to recount her experience at her individual Games debut and share her perspective on avoiding burnout in CrossFit.
A former gymnast, Neal started CrossFit when she was 14 and was hooked. She qualified for the CrossFit Games in the Girls 16-17 division twice (2016-2017) and made her individual Games appearance in Madison, Wisconsin, in 2023, after placing ninth at the North America East Semifinal.
In today’s episode, Neal describes her mindset and training ahead of last year’s Semifinals, and explains how refining movement technique and preventing game-day anxiety through practice helped her achieve her goal of qualifying for the Games.
She reflects on her experience at the finals, where she finished as the 19th fittest woman in the world as an individual rookie, and details how she’s been able to avoid burnout in CrossFit, despite starting at a young age.
Tune in to learn how Neal balances her full-time career as an orthopedic engineer and CrossFit athlete, why taking breaks and managing expectations is essential for growth, and how she came to work with Games perennial Brent Fikowski.
Stay until the end to hear Neal’s most memorable Open workout and why fitness should be fun.
Sign up for the 2024 CrossFit Open → games.crossfit.com/open/overview?
Chapters:
0:00-2:38 - Episode introduction
2:38-8:48 - Experience at the 2023 Semifinals
8:48-11:21 - Refining skills, technique, and movement
11:21-20:23 - Getting ready for competition day
20:23-24:37 - Managing anxiety and maximizing potential
24:37-31:25 - Qualifying and preparing for the 2023 CrossFit Games
31:25-40:56 - Competing at the CrossFit Games
40:56-45:42 - Placing 19th at the 2023 CrossFit Games
45:42-54:52 - Avoiding burnout in CrossFit
54:52-1:01:48 - Balancing a career and training
1:01:48-1:04:57 - Working with Brent Fikowski
1:04:57-1:09:55 - Training under a new coach
1:09:55-1:17:26 - The Final Five
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Everyone has a story.
Get to know your favorite CrossFit athletes and staff as they share their life experiences on and off the competition floor in “More Than Fitness,” hosted by five-time Games athlete, analyst, coach, and affiliate owner Adrian Conway. See the full playlist here: ua-cam.com/play/PLAoTudMgJmYdbXZTfpNItk7Ffzo0Oq3Fk.html
Subscribe to the More Than Fitness podcast and share it with a friend. Like and drop a comment on your favorite episodes.
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Apple Podcast → podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/more-than-fitness/id1666641925
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James Sprague - From Teen to Individual CrossFit Games Athlete
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Bethany Flores - Identity, Scaling, and Growth in Life and CrossFit
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The 2024 CrossFit Games Season With Adrian Bozman
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The 2024 CrossFit Games Season With Adrian Bozman
Mike Kern - Not Just a CrossFit Athlete
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Mike Kern - Not Just a CrossFit Athlete
Anikha Greer - Overcoming Adversity in CrossFit
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Mark Moss - Uplifting & Connecting the Community Through Suicide Awareness
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Mark Moss - Uplifting & Connecting the Community Through Suicide Awareness
Jelle Hoste - Chasing Mental and Physical Challenges In and Out of CrossFit
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Jelle Hoste - Chasing Mental and Physical Challenges In and Out of CrossFit
CrossFit Torian Mayhem - Chasing a Spot on the Podium
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CrossFit Torian Mayhem - Chasing a Spot on the Podium
David Shorunke - Enjoying the Highs and Lows of His CrossFit Journey
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David Shorunke - Enjoying the Highs and Lows of His CrossFit Journey
Kelly Baker Shirley - The Switch to Individual CrossFit Competition and Creating Balance
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Kelly Baker Shirley - The Switch to Individual CrossFit Competition and Creating Balance
Dallin Pepper - Keeping the Competitive Fire Lit By Finding Balance
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Dallin Pepper - Keeping the Competitive Fire Lit By Finding Balance
Rebecka Vitesson - Qualifying For Her First Individual CrossFit Games
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Rebecka Vitesson - Qualifying For Her First Individual CrossFit Games
Jake Douglas - Consistently Showing Up in Life and CrossFit
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Kelly Kelly - All in as a Competitive CrossFit Athlete & Coach
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Kelly Kelly - All in as a Competitive CrossFit Athlete & Coach
Austin Malleolo - Finding Purpose Through CrossFit
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Austin Malleolo - Finding Purpose Through CrossFit
Will Moorad - Facing Adversity Head On
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Will Moorad - Facing Adversity Head On
Lazar Đukić - Putting Serbia On the CrossFit Map
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Lazar Đukić - Putting Serbia On the CrossFit Map
CrossFit East Nashville PRVN - Pursuing the Affiliate Cup
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CrossFit East Nashville PRVN - Pursuing the Affiliate Cup
Adam Neiffer - Happy, Hungry, Awesome
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Adam Neiffer - Happy, Hungry, Awesome
Lauren Fisher - Grown Strong
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Lauren Fisher - Grown Strong
Eric O’Connor - Skeptic Turned CrossFit Flowmaster
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Eric O’Connor - Skeptic Turned CrossFit Flowmaster
Alex Gazan - Staying True to Who You Are
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Alex Gazan - Staying True to Who You Are
Noah Ohlsen - Happy, But Hungry
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Noah Ohlsen - Happy, But Hungry
Behind the Programming - 2023 Age-Group Semifinals
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Behind the Programming - 2023 Age-Group Semifinals
Becky Harsh - Strong, Capable, Healthy
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Becky Harsh - Strong, Capable, Healthy

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @benbear1813
    @benbear1813 2 місяці тому

    Camera coverage is shit 💩!

  • @dfresh7311
    @dfresh7311 2 місяці тому

    Well its probably from when he got his lower leg broken wrestling heavy weight highschooler lol need to ask him about his time a pchs wrestling

  • @ivankolev7746
    @ivankolev7746 3 місяці тому

    A genuinely good guy! Rest in power 😢 Thank you for the interview!

  • @brendapena5070
    @brendapena5070 4 місяці тому

    RIP LAZAR 🕊️💔😢

  • @chrysgnt4369
    @chrysgnt4369 4 місяці тому

    RIP

  • @willgazlay5711
    @willgazlay5711 5 місяців тому

    These lifts aren’t “world records.” They’re event records. Big difference.

  • @jamiewalker7122
    @jamiewalker7122 6 місяців тому

    Good commentary terrible footage !!

  • @b_rob26
    @b_rob26 6 місяців тому

    This is just for the podcast. The Event One separate video is posted on Saturday with drone footage and much better coverage.

  • @Wo.ist.Juan-Arana
    @Wo.ist.Juan-Arana 6 місяців тому

    I couldn’t enjoy this time, really just one camera????

    • @crossfitpodcasts
      @crossfitpodcasts 6 місяців тому

      Hi Juan! Watch Women’s IE 1 here: ua-cam.com/video/od2njWhtjFo/v-deo.html Watch the Men here: ua-cam.com/video/UJklpY4Jw7Q/v-deo.html

  • @neilbe7118
    @neilbe7118 6 місяців тому

    I'd rather watch the atheletes than the commentators

  • @debbiea5737
    @debbiea5737 6 місяців тому

    Are these humans or ants that we are watching here? You literally can’t tell who is who and instead all we get to watch are these lame commentators. It’s so sad that this is considered coverage. It truly seems like these streamed “things” get worse each year.

    • @crossfitpodcasts
      @crossfitpodcasts 6 місяців тому

      Hi Debbie! Watch the recap of Individual Women Event 1 here: ua-cam.com/video/od2njWhtjFo/v-deo.html

  • @amba-energy
    @amba-energy 6 місяців тому

    Lets hope Crossfit HQ get the coverage better before the games! We want to be able to watch it like the Torian Pro coverage which was top notch!

  • @zlatkozlatko3923
    @zlatkozlatko3923 6 місяців тому

    Those events should be moved to Europe or Australia. There is full stands, good coverage and great athmosphere. This is just an joke, complete event. I can imagine how is to athletes.

  • @legacycommunications
    @legacycommunications 6 місяців тому

    And why did yous have tasha on the mens event and scottt on the ladies seriously whos running the media 🤔

  • @8306101881
    @8306101881 6 місяців тому

    Asia region was way better with camera..this is like teen/masters last year games, disrespect..shame on you guys

    • @crossfitpodcasts
      @crossfitpodcasts 6 місяців тому

      Hello! Thanks for your message. Watch Women’s IE 1 here: ua-cam.com/video/od2njWhtjFo/v-deo.html Watch the Men here: ua-cam.com/video/UJklpY4Jw7Q/v-deo.html

  • @legacycommunications
    @legacycommunications 6 місяців тому

    Not talking about brian hes the boss lol 😂

  • @legacycommunications
    @legacycommunications 6 місяців тому

    Worst TALK ABOUT NOTHING comentaing EVERRRRRRRR OMG we dont care what hes got to say stick to the ACTUALLLLLLL EVENT OMG...SHOW US THEE ACTUALLLLL EVENT .. WE LITERALLY SAW FUCK ALL BUT THAT DUDE TALKING .THE WHOLE TIME . WE WANT TI SEEEEEE TUA AND HAYLEY SMASH IT OUT THIS WEEKEND ... NIT THE VLOODY OMENTATORS OMGGGGG....

  • @andersemil5541
    @andersemil5541 6 місяців тому

    Toomey so badass 👑 what a beast

  • @JoshButler-kh4mi
    @JoshButler-kh4mi 6 місяців тому

    Are CrossFit reading the comments?

    • @crossfitpodcasts
      @crossfitpodcasts 6 місяців тому

      Hi Josh. Yes, we are listening and appreciate your feedback. Watch Women’s IE 1 here: ua-cam.com/video/od2njWhtjFo/v-deo.html Watch the Men here: ua-cam.com/video/UJklpY4Jw7Q/v-deo.html

  • @jeremyneilsen1263
    @jeremyneilsen1263 6 місяців тому

    I think the coverage problem is these are all individually run comps they now count as regionals so the programming etc has to match and follow crossfit hq. But i dunno how much involement crossfit have in the broadcast of each competiton. I could be wrong. But torians cocerage is always great.

  • @suzannaqureshi
    @suzannaqureshi 6 місяців тому

    One thing HQ is consistent at every year is their "pathetic media coverage". Whats the point of broadcasting if all you see and hear are the commentators. Coberage of athletes are beyond poor. They should learn from the people at Torian Pro.

  • @Michael-op8uw
    @Michael-op8uw 6 місяців тому

    Is this a joke

  • @niketaw3063
    @niketaw3063 6 місяців тому

    After having streamed the other semifinals, I am just floored by how bad this coverage is. No close-up shots, commentators unable to pronounce names, no stats or times posted, and a ton of video of the commentators instead of the competitors during the actual events..... And I'm surprised there were no shots of the individuals running outside of the arena, either. I sure hope the rest of the weekend's coverage is substantially improved.. Please, please do better! (maybe with pointers from the Torian Pro crew???)

  • @simonpeacock9621
    @simonpeacock9621 6 місяців тому

    Torian Pro puts this shit coverage to shame

  • @luizreis4458
    @luizreis4458 6 місяців тому

    Copa Sur transmission way better with even a live drone following the competitors

  • @luizreis4458
    @luizreis4458 6 місяців тому

    Rockie transmission, my 7 yo son can do a better transmisson

  • @christopherleisam3687
    @christopherleisam3687 6 місяців тому

    We dont want to listen the commentary...we want to watch the action.

  • @870Meg
    @870Meg 6 місяців тому

    The one time when listening to the commentators made want to stop watching.

  • @DaveJacobseniOS
    @DaveJacobseniOS 6 місяців тому

    Good stuff Adrian and team! Thanks for the coverage ✌

  • @870Meg
    @870Meg 6 місяців тому

    The other regions had a far better coverage.

  • @870Meg
    @870Meg 6 місяців тому

    This coverage is garbage

  • @bmollica6839
    @bmollica6839 6 місяців тому

    Is this camera angle so we can't see the judges calls?

  • @martiniquedelport6006
    @martiniquedelport6006 6 місяців тому

    Actually pretty funny that the African region right now has better coverage than this.

  • @robertojr26
    @robertojr26 6 місяців тому

    terrible media TERRIBLE, NO LINES NAMES LOL, WE SEE MORE SCOTT THAN THE ATLHETS HAHAHAHA

  • @musiclover-wv9vg
    @musiclover-wv9vg 6 місяців тому

    Torian Pro always has the best coverage, even outside on runs and it’s live streamed.

    • @daniellara9847
      @daniellara9847 6 місяців тому

      Same in the South American, they had drones flying all over

    • @mvptrainingnz3123
      @mvptrainingnz3123 6 місяців тому

      How can Torian do it so well & yet this coverage is so sub-par?? It’s obviously not that hard. #noexcuses (for a bad show).

  • @crossfitpodcasts
    @crossfitpodcasts 6 місяців тому

    Chapters 00:00-03:33 Break 03:33-35:04 Team Event 1 Heat 1 with Gordon Lake 35:04-01:03:31 Team Event 1 Heat 2 with Gordon Lake 01:03:31-01:24:46 Team Event 1 Heat 3 with Lauren Kalil 01:24:46-02:05:59 Break 02:05:59-02:27:15 Team Event 2 Heat 1 with Stephanie, Director of Operations PIT Teen Throwdown 02:27:15-02:45:57 Team Event 2 Heat 2 with Brian Friend 02:45:57-03:06:27 Team Event 2 Heat 3 with Brian Friend 03:06:27-03:50:34 Break 03:50:34-04:25:31 Individual Women Event 1 Heat 1 with Scott Panchik 04:25:31-04:55:02 Individual Women Event 1 Heat 2 with Scott Panchik 04:55:02-05:15:27 Break 05:15:27-05:50:29 Individual Men Event 1 Heat 1 with Tasia Lancaster (formerly Percevecz) 05:50:29-06:19:44 Individual Men Event 1 Heat 2 with Tasia Lancaster (formerly Percevecz) 06:19:44-06:40:59 Break 06:40:59-07:16:01 Team Event 3 Heat 1 with Lauren Kalil and Chad Culver, Knoxville Sports Commission 07:16:01-07:51:24 Team Event 3 Heat 2 with Lauren Kalil 07:51:24-08:21:45 Team Event 3 Heat 2 with Lauren Kalil and Austin Bass

  • @DonovanLinge-vd4cn
    @DonovanLinge-vd4cn 6 місяців тому

    How are there such differences broadcasting all the events? Watch Torian, West Coast Classic and Europeans! Those are well done (multiple cameras, following different athletes, CLOCKS, etc..) but Syndicate is stuck with this garbage? Hopefully there are good people on the floor for recaps..

  • @dannyvicente9509
    @dannyvicente9509 6 місяців тому

    Quiero ver a los atletas no a estos cerotes hablar

  • @Missthay1010
    @Missthay1010 6 місяців тому

    Gotta say how bad the transmission is! No coverage on the running course, and no cameras on the athletes… very hard to follow

  • @dailyhealthhustle
    @dailyhealthhustle 6 місяців тому

    The one semifinal that has a lot of heavy hitters and can’t even watch real coverage.

  • @B4theend4
    @B4theend4 6 місяців тому

    I have seen young retired CrossFit women in Hydrox, which they killed. CrossFit just doesn’t seem to care anymore. Result sad.

  • @B4theend4
    @B4theend4 6 місяців тому

    This is so sad. One camera, no leaderboard, no clock, no clue who is in the lead and a 3rd string announcer with coaches helping in the booth for no pay. Is this the end of Crossfit. The west was so much better. At least they had more than one camera. With Hydrox gaining worldwide popularity this could be the end of our beloved CrossFit. To bad.

  • @janinegamble-wc3dp
    @janinegamble-wc3dp 6 місяців тому

    After watching the Torian coverage, this is pathetic. Who is this guy who loves talking about himself?? Can’t even watch.

  • @negsarvind
    @negsarvind 6 місяців тому

    This is just podcast. Crossfit shall release the video adding time and leaderboard. In every Friday event weather Europe or Oceania, they have done in same way.

    • @jenmeal03
      @jenmeal03 6 місяців тому

      What are you talking about?!? Literally all other regions have filmed the athletes and floor on Friday! Torian Pro hands down best so far!

  • @leannecallahan
    @leannecallahan 6 місяців тому

    great commentary from Adrian! more of this pls.

  • @2muchtequela464
    @2muchtequela464 6 місяців тому

    Amanda Barnhart was impressive great pacing and that touch and go to pass a few girls on last round was elite.

  • @chingisserikkazinov6875
    @chingisserikkazinov6875 6 місяців тому

    Столько значимых атлетов, а снимается плачевно

  • @filledwithlight8202
    @filledwithlight8202 6 місяців тому

    Tasia we love you.

  • @miriamramos1831
    @miriamramos1831 6 місяців тому

    Go Haley!!!

  • @Caspabueno
    @Caspabueno 6 місяців тому

    They said that they were not going to cover the first event. They will have it on UA-cam tonight or tomorrow. Like they did last weekend at the West semifinal.