Notes on building strength, energy, and systems in the margins of fatherhood.

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02
May
I Ate Nothing But Sardines for 3 Days — Here's What Happened

I Ate Nothing But Sardines for 3 Days — Here's What Happened

The sardine fast is a new health trend where you only eat sardines and drink water, tea, and/or black
5 min read
11
Jun
Two wrestlers hand fighting

How to Stand, Move, and Make Contact Like a Wrestler

Before you can control a match, you need to control your stance and distance. In this post (and breakdown video)
2 min read
02
Jun
A scale showing instagram moves outweight hand fighting

A Systematic Approach to Hand Fighting for Jiu Jitsu Beginners

Hand fighting is the hardest concept in wrestling to teach to beginners. But it's essential to go from good to great!
2 min read
09
May
a solo wrestler in a stance

5 Wrestling Drills Anyone Can Do At Home

As a jiu jitsu practitioner looking to build your wrestling skills from scratch, solo drills are an absolute game-changer.
4 min read
08
Apr
One person wrapping the arm of an injured person

Injured? Here’s How to Keep Getting Better at Jiu Jitsu and Wrestling

Injuries are opportunities to refine your game. But you need to have some G.R.I.T. to do it.
4 min read
14
Oct
Mid-match at the ADCC Chicago Open 2024

5 Lessons I Learned from My First ADCC Open

On September 28th, 2024, I competed in the ADCC Chicago Open Advanced Division. A few hours and four matches later, I end up with a 2-2 record, a fourth place finish, and 5 lessons learned.
4 min read
24
Jul
Me competing at the Theory Invitational Showcase Jiujitsu Event

The Best Wrestling Skills for Every Stage of Your Jiujitsu Journey

Jiujitsu athletes should focus on specific wrestling skills and positions depending on their goals and experience in the sport.
6 min read
30
May
A white silhouette with knee pain

Jiu Jitsu Knee Care – Save the Penetration Step for Later

To all the jiu jitsu athletes out there starting to learn wrestling...ignore the penetration step. At least for your
3 min read
18
Dec
Toxic clothes in a trash bag.

Ditch Synthetic Clothes for Healthier, Natural Organic Cotton Wear

Synthetic clothes have major problems. Research has shown that they cause neurological, mental, reproductive, and endocrine issues. Replace them with natural alternatives.
4 min read
08
Nov
A black athlete doing a handstand

Master Your Calisthenics Training: Insights & Applications from Overcoming Gravity

I recently read Overcoming Gravity By Steven Low and learned a lot for my calisthenics journey. The nuggets of wisdom in this post are my biggest takeaways. They are heavily influencing my calisthenic journey and hopefully help you on yours
2 min read