Chapter

The Athleticism of Relaxation in Combat Sports
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1:24:49 - 1:32:00 (07:11)

The speaker discusses how relaxation is a vital component in combat sports and how certain exercises such as using a mace can help athletes with developing this ability.

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Athletes require adequate relaxation as much as they require optimal contraction for better performance.
1:24:49 - 1:28:26 (03:36)
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Athletes
Summary

Athletes require adequate relaxation as much as they require optimal contraction for better performance. Using a mace can help athletes in achieving that balance between contraction and relaxation by targeting the muscles with the right length and tension relationship.

Chapter
The Athleticism of Relaxation in Combat Sports
Episode
#207 – Chris Duffin: The Mad Scientist of Strength
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
Learn the importance of proper joint mobility during exercises and the potential problems that come with constantly having to do soft tissue work to loosen up a joint.
1:28:26 - 1:29:55 (01:28)
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Fitness
Summary

Learn the importance of proper joint mobility during exercises and the potential problems that come with constantly having to do soft tissue work to loosen up a joint. The speaker provides a personal example while emphasizing the need for proper body alignment.

Chapter
The Athleticism of Relaxation in Combat Sports
Episode
#207 – Chris Duffin: The Mad Scientist of Strength
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
In combat sports, relying too much on physical strength can be a disadvantage for beginners, as it can prevent them from learning the necessary techniques.
1:29:55 - 1:32:00 (02:05)
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Combat Sports
Summary

In combat sports, relying too much on physical strength can be a disadvantage for beginners, as it can prevent them from learning the necessary techniques. However, using strength in moderation can still be beneficial in a practical sense.

Chapter
The Athleticism of Relaxation in Combat Sports
Episode
#207 – Chris Duffin: The Mad Scientist of Strength
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast