Buff Brains by Vegvisir CrossFit · Kidd Ellis & Nikki Corso

Why Do We Do Tough Movements?

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The host admits he could do 30 muscle-ups but only 8 strict pull-ups, revealing he had just made his joints 'good at taking abuse.'

Hosts Kit Ellis and Matt Marone discuss the most challenging and often hated movements in CrossFit and strength training, like Bulgarian split squats and overhead squats. They explore the philosophy behind doing difficult, 'boring' work, arguing it's essential for building real strength, preventing injury, and achieving long-term fitness goals over flashy performance.

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