Me (left) and the #1 in the world Victor Hugo (right) keeping it safe! We kicked off the weekend with the IBJJF (International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation) Austin Open, the organization’s first tournament since Covid-19. Big bro Steve taking second place in the gi division (with uniform) Six Blades Jiu Jitsu also claimed it’s firstContinueContinue reading “The return of IBJJF #111”
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Iron sharpens iron #110
One of the hardest things in life is to simplify. Whether it is communicating, teaching Jiu Jitsu or creating a fitness program we find ourselves facing the same challenge. Ironically as I mention health I am also sitting in the drive-thru at my local In n Out burger ready to inhale a 4×4 and shakeContinueContinue reading “Iron sharpens iron #110”
Positive Vibe Tribe #109
There’s no question that hard times create strong men. But you don’t have to go to war to have a hard time when war is wherever you are. To understand this better, let’s look at the samurai who were warriors of their day and placed a high value on honor. Samurai means servant, but theyContinueContinue reading “Positive Vibe Tribe #109”
Inspiration everywhere #108
Me and the Munoz sisters, Kendal (left of me, Edison right of me, Andie (right) a week after ACL surgery. In life we have experiences that compel us strongly to take action. Sometimes, it happens with the arrival of an idea that can completely change your perspective and consequently the course of your life. AsContinueContinue reading “Inspiration everywhere #108”
We lost a good one #107
Good morning folks, today I had planned to share some updates with you in regards to my daily routine until it was overshadowed by the murder of one of Iran’s most accomplished wrestlers by the name of Navid Afkari (read here). It was incredibly disturbing to find that a 27 year old man was hungContinueContinue reading “We lost a good one #107”
The sweet smell of gunpowder #106
Due to society and the convenience of modern life it’s easy to forget the harshness and reality of life. Over time we can lose touch with the inner warrior built within us for our survival. Many of us forget that we came from being savvy hunters and to this day we express this aspect ofContinueContinue reading “The sweet smell of gunpowder #106”
The early bird #111
One of the most important things in every person’s life is their morning routine. How you start your day can make or break you whether you’re a top CEO, a farmer or a student. You will hear it being advocated by successful leaders, the military, and hard working people who make up the backbone ofContinueContinue reading “The early bird #111”
Together we are stronger #105
Me (Left) and Steve (Right) in 2010 after a bronze at the LA Open. Today is my brother Steve’s birthday (the second oldest out of us four boys). In this digital age we don’t use photo albums so I went through my phone and dug up some photos dating back at least 10 years agoContinueContinue reading “Together we are stronger #105”
Everybody was Kung Fu Fighting #104
Many of us have seen Master Po, from the film Kung Fu Panda, embark on the a journey that pairs him up with the Furious Five and ultimately leads to his transformation of empowerment. In times like these, this age old story of Martial Arts, that has been time tested for thousands of years, couldn’tContinueContinue reading “Everybody was Kung Fu Fighting #104”
The greatest currency #103
Since Covid-19 most of us have definitely had to become money conscious, even some of the big spenders I know have taken a step back and been more calculated when it comes to their money. Many of us also don’t have money to spend. But there is a currency that will outlast every other one,ContinueContinue reading “The greatest currency #103”
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