In the world of combat sports, athletes put their bodies and minds on the line every time they step into the ring or octagon. While they may have the thrill of competition driving them, these athletes also face the risk of serious injuries and medical expenses. That's why the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare,(don't get on a political high horse, it's free) provides free health insurance for combat sports athletes through government subsidies. This not only benefits the individual athletes, but also the entire combat sports community.

Combat sports, such as mixed martial arts and boxing, require intense training and physical exertion. This puts athletes at a higher risk for injurie...

In today's society, there is often a lot of focus placed on one's reputation. It seems that everywhere we turn, there are people trying to manipulate their image and build a certain perception of themselves to others. However, in the grand scheme of things, it is our character that truly defines who we are.

Character is something that we have control over. It is our own personal set of values, beliefs, and morals that guide us in our thoughts, actions, and decisions. Our character is what shapes us as individuals and influences how we interact with the world around us. It is not something that can be fabricated or bought, but rather something that is developed and nurtured over time.

While cha...

Self-mastery, or the pursuit of self-improvement and personal growth, has become a buzzword in today's fast-paced and competitive world. Yet, many of us may question its importance and viability, doubting if the effort put into chasing self-mastery is truly worth the outcome. When I was writing IMPROVE YOUR POSITION the main purpose was to introduce the significance of chasing self-mastery, and how it can positively impact our lives despite the impossibility of attaining complete mastery over ourselves, and also show the roller coaster of ups and downs (a ton of downs) that happened along the way.

First and foremost, self-mastery is not about achieving perfection or reaching a final destinati...

As a jiu jitsu practitioner, nothing is more rewarding than getting support and encouragement from passionate communities. I'm immensely grateful to the jiu jitsu and MMA communities for not only buying my book, but also sharing the word about my story.

I cannot express enough my deep appreciation for the kindness and generosity of some to take the time and effort to spread the word about the book. Every kind word and positive feedback is a true affirmation of the hard work, blood, sweat and tears that went into this project.

I've been humbled by the enthusiasm of so many who are embracing my work and willing to share with others. My teammates, friends and family are what have kept me going th...