Update From Samson (my new warrior name)
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Just wanted to give a quick update from me.
I’ve found myself doing more and more Jiu Jitsu and athletic training lately. I’m loving it. Here’s the schedule I’ve been keeping:
Monday:
5:30-6:30 Renegade Athletic Training (mma)
6:30-7:30 Jiu Jitsu
Tuesday:
7:00-8:00 Weight lifting, PRESSES (chest, shoulders, and usually some biceps). Super high intensity. I’ve been doing timed training. 30 seconds bench press, 30 seconds shoulder press, 30 seconds bicep curls for a total of 1:30 of pure hell. Workout partner does the same, then it’s my turn. (do this for 3-5 rounds then go onto more fun stuff that hit the same primary muscles)
Wednesday:
5:30-6:30 Renegade Athletic Training (mma conditioning)
6:30-7:30 Jiu Jitsu
Thursday:
7:00-8:00 Weight lifting, PULLS (back, triceps). Super high intensity. I’ve been doing timed training. 30 seconds pull ups, 30 seconds bent over rows, 30 seconds skull crushers for a total of 1:30 of pure hell. Workout partner does the same, then it’s my turn again. (do this for 3-5 rounds then go onto more fun stuff that hit the same primary muscles)
Friday:
5:30-6:30 Renegade Athletic Training (mma conditioning)
Saturday:
Weight lifting, LEGS. Super high intensity.
Anyways, I LOVING this new schedule. My Jiu Jitsu skills are getting pretty solid, I’m more athletic than I’ve ever been (quick, agile, balance, everything) along with keeping a fair amount of bulk and strength.
Needless to say, I’ve been training like a madman and I’m loving everyday of it. One of the BIGGEST benefits I’ve noticed is my mental toughness is going off the charts. Mental toughness is something that very few people have. I was WEAK mentally when I first started training Jiu Jitsu and MMA. Like total pussy weak, yet I thought I was tough. This new found mental toughness has carried over into all aspects of my life and I’m reaping benefits from it. The bottom line: putting yourself through hell PaYS.
Here’s a progress pic showing off some bruises from grappling :)
