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Why Ninja Warrior training is an incredible workout

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Not a gym nut? Perhaps jogging isn't exciting enough to get you out of bed every morning.

After 10 seasons of American Ninja Warrior, it's clear that this is becoming a craze that is catching on for a number of reasons. People love watching the show because of its videogame-like quality, filled with high-risk and high reward.

People of all ages all over the country are beginning to simulate the obstacle courses in the show for their regular training. To learn about the physical and mental benefits of Ninja Warrior training, read on.

It Provides Total Body, Functional Strength

In the same way that people engage in yoga and CrossFit to build full body strength, you get the same from Ninja Warrior. Total body exercises are great because they're not limited in the way that simple bench press and other exercises are.

You'll build your muscles in a way that is functional and can use this strength in a practical, meaningful way.

The Mental Aspect is Incredible and Carries Over Into Other Parts of Life

When you're going up against a course as daunting as the Ninja Warrior challenge, you'll need all the concentration and focus that you can get.

Undergoing such tasks forces you to get into a flow state, where your mind is clear and you are able to live in the moment and react accordingly. Many people that train Ninja Warrior also meditate to add to their ability to clear their mind.

As you might expect, being able to continuously face and meet these challenges improves your fortitude and mental strength across the board. You'll be better equipped to handle other obstacles in your life, from work to personal relationships.

You Get to See Tangible Improvements

You don't have to wait long to notice improvements when you train Ninja Warrior.

Since the work is so demanding, you will likely see very little success in the beginning, but will quickly begin seeing baby steps of improvement. These improvements are huge confidence boosters that will make you feel like a superhero.

Sure, improving your bench press by a couple of pounds at a time can be great too, but nothing beats knowing you're a few steps closer to becoming a Ninja Warrior.

Move over Golds Gym and 24-Hour Fitness -- Ninja Warrior is an elite workout that can help you out in a lot of ways. With these benefits in mind, start scoping out training near you.

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