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Mar 2024
21m 36s

CrossFit Vs. Bodybuilding

Justin Romaire
About this episode

Welcome back to CBG radio, today we're going over some of the ways CrossFit provides a different training style than bodybuilding - and can often be MORE beneficial overall. Are you interested in CrossFit but unsure if it can provide similar gains? Looking to see which workout style fits your goals? Existing CrossFit athlete looking for validation? Listen to this episode and see for yourself!


00:00 - Intro

00:35 - What is the Right Training for You?

00:55 - How You Can Beat Arnold Schwarzenegger in a Workout

01:15 - CrossFit as a Community 

02:07 - Community as a Motivator to Stay Consistent 

03:45 - Different Training Styles

05:45 - Bodybuilding is Boring

07:30 - Doing the Same Workouts as the Pros

08:45 - CrossFit Nutrition Vs. Bodybuilding Meal Plans

13:00 - Recap of Crossfit Benefits Over Bodybuilding

14:00 - Higher Risk of Injury

15:00 - CrossFit Pricing/Expenses

16:20 - Comparing Stats by Category (Strength, Endurance, Flexibility, Etc.)

20:25 - Wrap-up & Outro (Subscribe!!)

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