Spiritual Fighter

Evil.

Mon, 20 May 2013 06:30:41 -0400

Evil.

This video re-centered me on what jiu jitsu is, on the most...

Sun, 19 May 2013 06:30:25 -0400

This video re-centered me on what jiu jitsu is, on the most basic level.

It is never too late for a new beginning.

Sat, 18 May 2013 06:30:28 -0400

It is never too late for a new beginning.

Hysterical!

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:16:18 -0400

Hysterical!

It is my humble opinion...

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 10:12:06 -0400

If you are training for self defense and you spend more time practicing forms than sparring… you are not training for self defense.

Phoenix Fightwear

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 06:30:00 -0400

Hey everyone, I wanted to give a shout out to a fight wear company from my hometown. A fellow training partner and friend has began taking pre-orders for Phoenix Fightwear gis. Last week, he brought in a sample for me to try and it has all of the premium features for a reasonable price. This includes:

~ 650 GRM - Pearl weave construction
~ Ripstop pants for durability
~ Matching color rope drawstring
~ Red & White/Blue & White accents and embroidery
~ Triple reinforced stitching
~ Lycra rash guard interior for comfort

In short, for the introductory price of 124.95, you cannot beat it! This price will expire after the pre-orders are taken. If you are in need of a gi, take advantage of this limited time offer.

For details visit: http://www.phoenixfightwearusa.com/

So, I took that meme cat’s advice and bought a boat. :D

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 19:38:39 -0400

So, I took that meme cat’s advice and bought a boat. :D

At the University of Nebraska’s spring football game, a 7...

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 06:30:38 -0400

At the University of Nebraska’s spring football game, a 7 year old boy with brain cancer was brought onto the field and given the football for one play.

What is your excuse, again?

The divine is not a weapon.

Sat, 06 Apr 2013 06:30:44 -0400

The divine is not a weapon.

I have so much respect for women who desire to take part in...

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 15:01:28 -0400

I have so much respect for women who desire to take part in combat sports. This is awesome to see.

Happy Easter

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 12:20:07 -0400

Have a safe and enjoyable holiday!

Garrett's Fight

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 20:19:00 -0400

If you have a few minutes, take a look at this. This young man embodies all that we wish to achieve.

http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=9091876

Respect.

Why The Issue of Gay Marriage is Important

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 17:55:00 -0400

This week marks the beginning of various hearings being carried out by the U.S. Supreme Court in regards to same sex marriage. Regardless of what your opinion is on the matter, we can all agree this issue is not going to go away. This is a trend of all issues of social injustice, as they gain momentum and publicity it only becomes a matter of time.

I am not going to go into a long rant about where I fall but I think we need to address why this is important. From my perspective, as a white, straight, male, I do not see a problem with gay marriage. Why? It has absolutely nothing to do with me and it brings other people joy and love.

I suppose my biggest problem with those who advocate against gay marriage is that they lack simply empathy about how their actions and words impact others around them. I could not imagine being attracted and, ultimately, in love with someone and then told “no”.

Let us not forget, this country was founded and prided on the fact that this is the “land of the free… so long as you aren’t a woman, a homosexual, a transgender, or another other social/ethnic minority.” This is why this issue is so important and spans far beyond it’s own confines. It is more than two men or two woman wanting to get married, it is about justice and social equality.

The world seems to be moving forward, and yet, American conservatives continue to try to keep things as they were in the “good ol’ days.” Things change and it is about time for this nation to take a big step forward, swallow it’s pride, and say “I’m sorry.”

I’m sorry I judged you.

I’m sorry I mistreated you.

I’m sorry my biases generated unwarranted hate.

I’m sorry.

Photo

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:44:41 -0400

trianglejake: Roy Dean - The Hammer and The Nail Huge respect...

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 21:10:25 -0400

trianglejake:

Roy Dean - The Hammer and The Nail

Huge respect to Roy for stepping up and competing in the black belt worlds. And he even won a match. Beyond that, there’s certainly no shame in losing to Victor Estima.

I love Roy’s perspective of the art. Respect.

martial-artist-girl: This really shows the true spirit of the...

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 06:30:35 -0400

martial-artist-girl:

This really shows the true spirit of the Olympic games. Turkish runner Merve Aydin injured herself during an 800m heat, but still carried on a whole lap visibly in excruciating pain before limping over the finish line and falling to the floor in tears to the cheers of 80,000 fans in the Olympic stadium. Respect

Respect

Fear is a choice.

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 06:30:30 -0400

Fear is a choice.

Hello Friend,

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 06:30:32 -0400

Right now, you are reading this and there are quite a few things going on in your head. Some of these things are good, while others might be bad. Some of them make you happy, while others might make you sad. You may even feel an insecurity or two. Even though we have never met face to face, I want you to know something.

Despite all of the things in your mind that are trying to pull you down, despite all of the people who said it could not be done, despite all of the heartache and pain; know that it is going to be ok.

There will come a time in the very near future when you will wake up and take a breath. As your lungs fill with air, so will your heart. Your soul and body will breathe as one and you will be reborn. You will look to your pain and see it as a distant dream to be forgotten in lieu of new horizons, adventures, and love.

You can do it, I believe in you.

-A Friend You Have Not Met Yet

There is a reason why GSP is one of my favorite fighters.

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 16:01:19 -0400

There is a reason why GSP is one of my favorite fighters.

Respect, GSP, respect.

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 06:30:45 -0400

Respect, GSP, respect.