Barbell Buddha Podcast - with Chris Moore from Barbell Shrugged cover image

Barbell Buddha Podcast - with Chris Moore from Barbell Shrugged

24 - Fat Boy Yoga Party!

Aug 27, 2013
This podcast explores how MMA, CrossFit, and yoga are connected and why it matters. It discusses the speaker's personal journey in weight loss and submission wrestling. The evolution of MMA and CrossFit is also covered. The chapter highlights the speaker's experience in a beginner's yoga class and emphasizes the importance of listening to one's body. It concludes with a discussion on the future of fitness and embracing change.
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  • Mixed martial arts and CrossFit share a common evolution of combining different disciplines to achieve balanced fitness.
  • Keeping an open mind and trying new activities, like yoga, can enhance mobility and overall fitness.

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The Evolution of MMA and CrossFit

The podcast episode explores the evolution of mixed martial arts and the parallels it shares with the development of CrossFit. It discusses how MMA started as a test to determine the best fighting style and evolved into a balanced mix of different disciplines. Similarly, CrossFit combines weightlifting, powerlifting, gymnastics, endurance training, and more to achieve optimized balance and fitness. The episode highlights the importance of balance in training and the benefits of incorporating diverse art forms into a fitness regimen.

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