Don't Compare Yourself To Other Athletes

Caitlyn Davey • April 2, 2025

"But you are just so good… I’ll never be able to do that."

Have you ever said this out loud—or even thought it quietly to yourself—when watching someone lift, move, or perform with ease?

If so, don't stress.

Good on you for even taking the first step:

Stepping into the gym
Taking your health into your own hands
Building new, lifelong habits

The Truth About Starting Something New

The world of Weightlifting and CrossFit can feel tricky and overwhelming when you're new. Just like any complex task or sport, things take time.

It’s easy to feel:

Overwhelmed by the complexity
Discouraged by how far you feel from your goals

But good things come from stepping outside your comfort zone.

This is a principle I live my life by.

My Story: From Trampolines to Weightlifting

I spent over a decade as an elite-level trampolinist during my younger years.
That experience taught me:

Persistence
Dedication
Grit

However, when I transitioned to the weightlifting world—I quickly realised:

➡️ I had absolutely no idea what I was doing.
➡️ Everything felt foreign.
➡️ I was terrible—at best.

But I stuck with it.
And I’ll always remember my first coach telling me:

"Film yourself now. Compare it again in 6–12 months. You’ll be amazed at the difference."

And guess what?

He was right.

Growth is Slow—and That’s Okay

Little by little, a little becomes a lot.

I stayed with it for a year.

I still felt awkward (like a "Gumby"), but I:

Understood the movements better
Built strength
Improved my mobility

I was hooked.

Today, I've been competing in Olympic Weightlifting for over eight years—and I still consider myself a student of the sport.
There’s always something to improve on, always more to learn.

Your Journey: From Now to 12 Months Later

So next time you're in the gym, don’t beat yourself up.

Instead:

Be open to the learning process.
Understand that everything worthwhile takes time, patience, and consistent effort.
Celebrate the fact that you are starting. That alone is massive.

The "you" who walks into the gym today will NOT be the same "you" who walks in 12 months from now.

You will be stronger, more capable, and more confident.

Trust the process.

Embrace the challenge.

And remember: you're already winning by being brave enough to begin.

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