Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 1395: Hunter McIntyre on Steroid Use in CrossFit, Avoiding Negativity, Surviving a Business Downturn & More
Oct 5, 2020
Hunter McIntyre, a six-time OCR world champion, shares his bold insights on steroids in CrossFit, criticizing the industry while reflecting on his own experiences. He discusses the cultural divide between obstacle course racing and CrossFit, and his thoughts on the future of the latter, including a hot take on Greg Glassman. With a focus on positivity, Hunter emphasizes the mental impacts of negativity and reveals how exercise serves as therapy. He also touches on navigating a business downturn and the creation of OCR Stars, aiming to uplift the fitness community.
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CrossFit Games Experience
- Hunter McIntyre recounts his CrossFit Games experience, highlighting his invitation and the subsequent rule changes that led to his elimination.
- Despite feeling targeted by director Dave Castro, he views the experience as a valuable learning opportunity.
Suspicions about Castro
- Hunter McIntyre suspects Dave Castro, CrossFit's director, intentionally added a cut to eliminate him from the competition.
- He believes Castro disliked him and used his knowledge of McIntyre's weakness (handstand walks) strategically.
Steroid Use in CrossFit
- Hunter McIntyre believes steroid use is rampant in CrossFit, citing implausible excuses from athletes caught doping.
- He points out the stark difference in physiques, suggesting widespread PED use goes undetected.
