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Brett Myles

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November 3, 2025

What to Do When You Feel Stuck (in Your Training — and in Life)

You’ve probably been there.

You’re showing up. Putting in the work.

But nothing seems to be changing.

Your lifts have stalled.

Your metcon times are plateaued.

You feel like you’re doing all the right things… but the results aren’t showing up.

That feeling? That’s being stuck.

And it’s not just a gym thing, it’s a life thing.

Nutrition, life rhythms, waking up and going to bed - getting stuck is last of the human experience.

1. First, recognize it’s normal.

Plateaus aren’t punishment. They’re part of the process.

Every meaningful pursuit — fitness, work, relationships, faith — moves in seasons. Some are full of growth and momentum. Others are slower, quieter, and honestly… kind of frustrating.

But those “stuck” seasons are where growth goes underground.

It’s where your foundation strengthens, your habits get tested, and your mindset gets refined. The “fire” is what refines and brings resilience  

So if you’re feeling stuck right now, you’re not broken. You’re being built.

2. Remember your “why.”

When progress stalls, we start chasing quick fixes: new programs, different coaches, more volume.

But most of the time, what we really need is perspective.

Ask yourself: Why did I start training in the first place?

Was it to feel strong? To be healthy for your kids? To see what you’re capable of?

Reconnect with that reason. It re-centers your focus and fuels your consistency when motivation feels low.

3. Change the variable, not the vision.

Feeling stuck doesn’t always mean you need a total overhaul.

Sometimes you just need a tweak.

Try shifting one thing:

  • Add intentional recovery days.
  • Swap intensity for skill focus.
  • Try a different class time or coach.
  • Set one new micro-goal (like a better squat position or heart rate management and pacing).

You don’t have to abandon your vision, just adjust your approach.

4. Check your community.

When you isolate, you amplify frustration.

When you connect, you gain perspective.

Talk to your coach. Tell them how you’re feeling.

Ask a classmate how they push through their slumps.

You’ll realize you’re not the only one, and you might even learn something new that reignites your drive.

The beauty of CrossFit is that it’s never a solo sport.

You’ve got people in your corner. Use them.

5. Zoom out.

Progress is rarely obvious day to day.

But when you zoom out — 3 months, 6 months, a year — you’ll see it.

You’re stronger. You’re more consistent. You’re showing up on days you wouldn’t have before.

That’s not stuck. That’s growth — disguised as monotony.

Final Thought

Whether it’s in training or in life, the feeling of being stuck is usually a sign you’re still in the game. You’re still showing up. You’re still fighting to grow.

And that’s where transformation begins — not in the moments you feel unstoppable, but in the ones where you don’t quit.

Keep moving.

Keep showing up.

Get your mind right!

We’ll see you at Renew.

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