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Jul 2024
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Breakthroughs After Burnout - With Miche...

Functional Bodybuilding
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Today I'm joined by Michelle Basnett, a 2x CrossFit Games competitor who has recently had to step back from the sport to heal. We share similar experiences of burnout that can come from pushing the highest levels of sport. Hear what we've learned about how to keep the fire and passion for training alive.

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