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Optimal Exercise for Biological Adaptation
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16:56 - 23:45 (06:48)

The optimal exercise for biological adaptation is one that involves a hip hinge, strength, and endurance and tells the body to adapt in a consistent manner; this is achieved better through exercises like kettlebell swings and deadlifts rather than burpees and Olympic lifts.

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Crossfit uses varied adaptations to create an enduring, powerful, and mobile athlete.
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Crossfit
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Crossfit uses varied adaptations to create an enduring, powerful, and mobile athlete. Their routine starts with 10 burpees to create high mobility in the back, followed by 10 Olympic lifts to stimulate tougher collagen and strength.

Chapter
Optimal Exercise for Biological Adaptation
Episode
#081 - Dr Stuart McGill - Why Do Our Backs Hurt?
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Modern Wisdom
The focus should be on a proper way to exercise, which involves a hip hinge, strength, and endurance, that tells the body to adapt in a consistent way that isn't found in Burpees and Olympic lifts.
19:56 - 23:45 (03:48)
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Exercise
Summary

The focus should be on a proper way to exercise, which involves a hip hinge, strength, and endurance, that tells the body to adapt in a consistent way that isn't found in Burpees and Olympic lifts.

Chapter
Optimal Exercise for Biological Adaptation
Episode
#081 - Dr Stuart McGill - Why Do Our Backs Hurt?
Podcast
Modern Wisdom