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Barbell Buddha Rediscovered

Ep 24 - Fat Boy Yoga Party

Jul 13, 2019
Chris, an MMA and CrossFit enthusiast, shares insights on the origins of MMA and CrossFit, building your own toolkit, and expanding possibilities by removing biases. The podcast delves into interconnectedness of life, evolution of MMA as a sport, transformations in training methodologies in sports like CrossFit, and the power of embracing diverse disciplines for personal growth.
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Quick takeaways

  • MMA and CrossFit evolved by blending disciplines, emphasizing adaptability in sports.
  • View disciplines as toolkits, leverage variety for personal growth by removing biases for exploration.

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Evolution of MMA and CrossFit

The podcast discusses the rapid evolution and similarities between mixed martial arts (MMA) and CrossFit. It highlights the origins of MMA from different disciplines competing, particularly Brazilian jiu-jitsu's dominance. Similarly, CrossFit emerged in the fitness industry, breaking segmented boundaries. Both sports rapidly evolved, requiring athletes to blend various disciplines to succeed, leading to the emergence of highly skilled individuals in a short span.

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