In this episode of the Misfit Podcast, Drew and Paige walk through Open Prep / Phase 3 — what it is, why it’s structured the way it is, and how athletes should actually execute it.

They cover:

• How to choose the right program and track
• Why stimulus matters more than chasing scores
• How to use gears, instructions, and athlete IQ properly
• Mandatory vs non-mandatory work (and how to personalize)
• The role of accessory work, volume, and repetition
• Why buying into the narrative of Open Prep actually matters

This episode is part programming breakdown, part coaching philosophy — and a reminder that execution, not just fitness, determines results.

If you’re heading into the Open, Quarterfinals, or just want to train with more intention, this is required listening.

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This week’s Misfit Mind is a reminder that progress isn’t found in novelty, it’s found in consistency.

Inspired by a quote from investor Howard Marks, this episode breaks down the trap of constantly starting over: new programs, new routines, new plans, all chasing the feeling that this one will finally be different.

Whether we’re talking about training, business, relationships, or life, the hard truth is the same:
It’s always going to be hard.
It just doesn’t have to be start–stop hard.

In this episode, I unpack:

• Why jumping from “bus stop to bus stop” kills long-term progress
• How dopamine, beginner gains, and shiny objects keep us stuck
• Why staying on the path is harder, and why that’s the point
• How to use past consistency as proof you can stay the course again

If you want to enjoy the view, you’ve got to keep climbing.
Log the hours. Stay on the path.

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In this episode of the Misfit Podcast, Drew and Paige unpack why most people struggle to change — even when they want to — and why motivation alone almost always fails.

Using the Tiny Habits framework, they talk through:

• Why starting smaller actually leads to bigger results
• How identity changes before outcomes do
• The role of trust, reassurance, and celebration in behavior change
• Why “helping” friends and family often backfires
• How to build habits without judgment — for yourself or others

This episode is especially relevant during the holidays, when conversations about fitness, nutrition, and “getting back on track” are unavoidable.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by trying to do everything at once — or frustrated watching someone you care about struggle — this one provides a better way forward.

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