We’re answering a listener question about whether CrossFit affiliates are offering a “watered down” version of CrossFit, and whether that’s a good thing if so. We’re talking about the CrossFit Games, standardization across gyms, Hyrox, and more.

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📍 Whether our mobility work should be consistent or varied

📍 How to stop comparing yourself to your gym buddies

📍 Ben’s recommendations for bloodwork

📍 How to make time for yourself with young kids

📍 A strategy for leaders to work with folks who are resistant to coaching

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📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram.

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