#180 The Myth of Mental Toughness | How to Strengthen Your Mental Toughness Muscle
Join host Josh McKinney (@thejoshmckinney) on the latest episode of the I Suck at Jiu Jitsu show as he tackles the myth of mental toughness and the potential dangers of overemphasizing it.
While mental toughness is crucial in Jiu Jitsu training and competition, putting too much value on it can lead to injuries and burnout. In this insightful episode, Josh explains the importance of staying positive and consistent.
Don't miss out on this eye-opening discussion about finding the right balance between mental toughness and self-care in your Jiu Jitsu journey!
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Interviews Discussed in this episode:
John WIll: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/JOAbTqMRbyb
Eric Heubner: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/FwyYUgQRbyb
Nick Sanders: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/GUhCSeVRbyb
Mark Vives: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/s4loxM1Rbyb
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