In this no-fluff conversation, Alex Gazan breaks down the exact mindset and decisions that turned a brutal training accident—a fractured fibula with nerve complications—into a real comeback path. She relives the moment (“it’s broken”), the initial 4–6 week optimism that didn’t match reality, and the rules she used to direct energy when she couldn’t do “normal” training. We get into imposter syndrome, burnout, and how she reframed fear so it stopped running the show. You’ll hear how family, coaches, and community kept her centered, why “permission to fail” accelerates growth, and how faith, technology, and tight feedback loops helped her compete with a clearer head—and more joy.
What you’ll learn
How to train when injured: what to keep, what to cut
A fast reframe for anxiety → action on game day
Identity > outcome: killing imposter syndrome at the root
Simple weekly structure to rebuild capacity without burnout
How to ask for (and use) support from coaches/family
Why “permission to fail” leads to bolder, smarter attempts
About Alex GazanCrossFit Games athlete from Oregon, now training in Las Vegas; known for grit, composure under pressure, and rapid year-over-year development.
Who this episode is forAthletes and high performers rebuilding after setbacks—and anyone who wants a clear plan to compete calm and confident.
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Keywords: Alex Gazan, CrossFit, injury comeback, fractured fibula, nerve damage, anxiety, imposter syndrome, burnout, identity, training while injured, competition mindset, CrossFit Games, Las Vegas, Oregon