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Personal, reflective, and gently investigative, these early essays have a raw, fresh quality which predates the more formal theory and practice of Peter Ralston's two popular books, The Book of Not Knowing and Pursuing Consciousness. Many of the questions we might struggle with in life - identity in relation to others, authenticity in the face of belief systems, the draw we have to pursue ineffective self-serving urges, and our tendency to conceptualize rather than experience things - are described here in simple, almost conversational language.

I'm Mike Massie, author of Small Dojo Big Profits and over a dozen other martial arts business books and courses. I've spent years learning how to put together all the "gold nuggets" of information that I picked up from watching and listening to real martial arts business "masters", observing what they did and taking it home to test it in my own studio. Along the way, I learned what not to do through trial and error, all while developing and honing this into a complete system for maximizing martial arts school profits while keeping my overhead to respectable levels.

Part autobiography, part travel narrative, Tunnel Visions: Memoirs of a Mixed Martial Arts Champion is the true story about a young African American’s dream to become an MMA champion in a foreign land. The author Ryan Bow narrates his journey to Japan, Thailand, and other international destinations. His amazing tale will challenge your concept of humanity and make you question your priorities.

Beast follows four high-level fighters at one of the sport's elite gyms, Florida's American Top Team. Doug Merlino had unprecedented access, training alongside the men for two years, traveling to their matches, and eating in their homes. Mirsad Bektic, a young Bosnian refugee who started in karate as a boy in Nebraska, dreams of stardom. Jeff Monson, a battered veteran at 41, is an outspoken, tattooed anarchist enjoying a bizarre burst of celebrity in Russia.

When I started my first martial art school, all I knew about growing a dojo was that I needed more students. So, I set about getting more students every way I knew how, and I kept adding more ways to do that as I went along.

It may be counterintuitive, but sparring or grappling with another human being has benefits far beyond the physical. Ancient traditional practitioners intuitively knew this, and current evidence-based research proves it. Bridging martial arts and modern psychology, The Mindful Warrior offers an overview of the principal mental aspects of martial arts training and a path toward a more balanced, body-mind experience.

The last 16 decades are rife with incidents like the "Montreal Screwjob", but in this new audiobook, it's time for some unsung heroes of professional wrestling's past to finally get their due. When did tag team wrestling migrate from Australia to the United States? How did a mid-ring heart attack reshape lucha libre? What was the first intergender wrestling match? There’s an unlimited amount of angles from which to view the fits and starts of professional wrestling’s serpentine growth.

Rob Goodwin & independent wrestling’s Matt Turner are here every Friday to review the goings on in the top Joshi company in Japan - World Wonder Ring Stardom! Join the lads as they talk about the shows and the news surrounding one of the fastest rising companies in Japan!Subscribe to the Podcast: https://linktr.ee/talkjoshiSupport our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tardomCastCheck out the Website: https://www.talkjoshi.comBuy our Merch: https://talkjoshi-shop.fourthwall.com

O jiu-jítsu é mais do que uma arte marcial: é um estilo de vida que promove benefícios como saúde, confiança, disciplina, determinação e equilíbrio. Afinal, essa arte não é apenas um catálogo de golpes individuais: todos os movimentos estão interligados e funcionam melhor quando combinados em sequência, impulsionando uns aos outros. E o jiu-jítsu tampouco se resume a combinações de golpes: existem princípios subjacentes que são fundamentais para um melhor entendimento e aplicabilidade das técnicas, melhorando a nossa capacidade de raciocinar.

Guillermo Vicente Vidal's memoir chronicles his journey from Castro's Cuba to the United States - a tapestry of his coming of age, a broken family, and disorientation of political unrest. Vidal was barely 10 years old when he proudly shook the hand of Fidel Castro. Although Vidal's parents were once staunch supporters of La Revolucion, they soon found they could no longer keep their sons safe in the new face of Castro's reign, making the difficult decision to send Vidal and his brothers to the US via Operation Peter Pan in 1961.

It's said there's more philosophy that can be found on the mats of a jiu jitsu academy than in any Ivy League school in America. The Wrong Side of 35 is an exploration of that idea, not from the perspective of a world champion, the head of a global affiliate, or by a team of celebrity athletes... but rather from the lens of a regular guy from a small town, an aging hobbyist who wanted to answer for himself just what he had learned over the course of his grappling career, what it was for, and what it all meant.

On BWE: Martin, Benno & Andy discuss all the major happenings from the British wrestling scene including PROGRESS, RevPro, NXT UK & much more. On BTWA: Martin & Andrew revisit memorable events from wrestling‘s past.

The story of Jeff Horn is like a fairy tale. Written with award-winning author, journalist and boxing aficionado Grantlee Kieza, The Hornet is the tale of a boy who, slapped around by bullies, saw through tears in his eyes a vision of himself as a hero, a champ, someone other people might one day look up to. Horn took up boxing after being tormented as a teenager. Fast-forward a dozen years and the former bullied schoolboy - now humble schoolteacher - became world boxing champion on 2nd July 2017 at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium.

FTW Self Defense is a revolutionary text which addresses, in great detail, many important yet controversial topics which most instructors do not discuss with their students. This is the reality of self defense, and these topics are not entered into lightly. Intended for mature and open minded students only. This is the long awaited companion volume to the underground best seller Hardcore Self Defense.

Welcome to "Wrestling Shoot Interviews," the podcast that takes you behind the curtain of the squared circle, featuring raw and uncensored conversations with the biggest names and personalities in the industry. From legends of the ring to the architects behind the scenes, we cover the entire spectrum of professional wrestling's rich history and dynamic present.Dive into the world of Ox Baker, whose fearsome presence and Heart Punch left fans in awe, and journey through the strategic mind of Bill Watts, a master promoter and wrestler. Revel in the tales of the New World Order (NWO)'s dominance ...

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John Danaher has become one of the most influential minds in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu—yet his impact goes far beyond technique. He is reshaping how the art is studied, trained, and applied. This book explores how Danaher transformed modern grappling through a system-based approach that prioritizes logic, efficiency, and problem-solving over brute athleticism. From the rise of the leg lock game to the structured methodology behind the Danaher Death Squad and beyond, this book breaks down the principles that are redefining elite Jiu Jitsu.

Made by fans for fans, the Boys and Belts Show is a weekly podcast focused on the world of professional wrestling. Follow Matt, Nick, and Vince as they navigate the real world of scripted fighting. Featuring their personal insights, news, interviews, and anecdotes on the squared circle.

WWE is the #1 company, with a loyal fan base behind it. Founded in 1952, it took WWE over 30 years to become a major success (and without true competition), yet Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff have been the target of critics due to their not making TNA #1 in 2 years' time. However, if one sets aside unrealistic expectations and examines what Hogan and Bischoff have done during their time in TNA, there are many positive achievements that can be seen.

Kyle Gagliardi and Jim Tucker get together weekly to discuss the current wrestling landscape of WWE, NXT, and AEW.