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Why Weightlifting Competitions Are a Mental Battle | From CrossFit to Olympic Weightlifting

Weightlifting competitions are as much a mental challenge as they are physical. In this episode of Snatch Chat, I sit down with Jo; a lifter I’ve coached, to talk honestly about the emotional and mental journey of transitioning from CrossFit to Olympic weightlifting, and what competition day really feels like. We explore how weightlifting became a powerful outlet for stress, focus, and mental resilience, why competitions bring a unique kind of pressure, and how learning to manage nerves, expectations, and self-belief is just as important as building strength. This episode is for you if: You’re moving from CrossFit into weightlifting You’re thinking about your first competition You struggle with competition nerves or mindset You want to understand the mental health benefits of weightlifting You want to lift heavier with better focus and confidence Topics Covered: CrossFit vs Olympic weightlifting mindset The emotional rollercoaster of competition day Why competing validates your training How weightlifting improves focus and mental health The importance of consistency and community support Setting personal goals beyond numbers Whether you compete or not, this conversation highlights why we lift, why we compete, and how weightlifting can support both performance and mental wellbeing. 👇 If you’re enjoying Snatch Chat, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment with your own competition experiences. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Random Questions 03:47 Journey into Weightlifting 06:42 Transition from CrossFit to Weightlifting 09:32 First Competition Experience 11:07 Emotional Roller Coaster of Competitions 15:34 Recent Competitions and Achievements 21:34 Mental Challenges and Competition Pressure 24:24 Weightlifting and Mental Health 30:01 The Importance of Focus in Lifting 37:56 Encouragement for New Lifters 42:38 The Value of Competition in Weightlifting