On today's podcast, we talk with Austin Schlessinger — a man who's learned what it takes to be successful inside and outside the gym. We dive into Austin's fitness journey, break down his career success, and unravel why his mindset has allowed him to win in so many different areas in life.

Links Mentioned

* Austin’s Analects

* CrossFit Athlete page

* https://x.com/austinschless

* Primary Aim

* His "Now" Page

* Mental Fitness Framework

Chapters

* 00:00 Intro

* 00:38 From dream physique to athlete

* 04:40 Mental Fitness is multifaceted

* 05:25 Why inputs determine your life

* 06:30 How to find the right inputs

* 09:45 The best lives come from balanced brains

* 11:40 Choosing a primary aim

* 15:20 How to time your goals

* 17:50 Are you creating or being created

* 20:17 How to fuel an agency mindset

* 22:14 Quickest way to get out of a rut

* 23:44 Forget comparison, focus on compounding

* 25:30 Favorite cheat meal

* 26:55 Proudest PR

* 27:48 Current goal

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Want a Different Life? Start with Different Inputs | Interview with Austin Schlessinger

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