Scott Sonnon is a Human Optimization Scientist and the Creator of the Clubbell, CST (Circular Strength Training) and TACFIT® coined by Men’s Health “Worlds Smartest Workout”. TACFIT® is an internationally established brand with facilities and instructors in 33 countries and it has been in the trenches developing a following reaching a record of 59 million. As a dyslexic, institutionalized as a child, Scott Sonnon became a TED Fellow speaking on the nature of multiple learning styles being misdia...
Feb 16, 2020•1 hr 40 min
Juan David Mendez is a Registered Dietitian and Exercise Physiologist, specializing in neuromuscular physiology and cardiovascular performance studying many years at Yale and Florida State University. Juan David is a TACFIT Team Leader and has been practicing TACFIT for 10 years. He is also the Head Coach and Co-Owner of TACFIT Point and has his private practice in clinical and performance nutrition in Panama City. Juan David also traveled for 5 years as a Catholic Missionary in Bolivia and Urug...
Feb 12, 2020•41 min
Matt Wiswesser is an Athletic Trainer and TACFIT Team Leader, he has worked across many Sports with Major League Baseball, National Football Teams, Div 1 Wrestlers, Federal Agencies and Military. He is a BJJ Coach at Silver Fox BJJ and Personal Trainer. He has been a great friend over the years and always been a resource for me in my own TACFIT Journey. So it was great to sit down with him and connect on the Show. Enjoy!
Feb 09, 2020•42 min
Néstor Serra Verdaguer, TACFIT® International Educational Director. Néstor has been in the fitness and sports industry for over three decades. His career path has led him to work with an array of clients including athletes and instructors. A movement specialist, he also trains movement professionals. By helping increase their knowledge, the coaches in turn can better help others. In 2016, his dedication ranked him Best Coach in Spain for his educational work and influence in fitness and healthy ...
Feb 05, 2020•1 hr 12 min
MMA Coach of the Year and World Champion Duane “Bang” Ludwig and Prof Sam Coutts head BJJ Coach at Ludwig Martial Arts. We talk about their history, some of our old stories and adversities we had to over come. Enjoy!
Feb 03, 2020•1 hr 18 min
UFC Veteran and BJJ Black Belt who now owns KAIJU MMA in Tarzana, California. We used to train together at Dan Henderson’s Team Quest years ago, so it was great catching up and chatting about his Ultimate Fighter 5 Experience, his martial arts journey and much more, enjoy!
Jan 29, 2020•1 hr 6 min
Konstantin teaches Meditation, Yoga, is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and was a former Monk! He began his travels at the age of 12 years old all across his Native Russia, later spending years in India and later Bali and China. He now lives in Los Angeles, California and we discuss how Jiu-Jitsu has improved his Life and much more. Enjoy!
Jan 26, 2020•1 hr 16 min
Joey Alvarado is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and former Mixed Martial Arts Fighter and the founder and creator of KettleJitsu. We discussed where he grew up, his family and how he ended up in Los Angeles California. Enjoy!
Jan 23, 2020•53 min
Professor Renato is Ryan Gracie 4th Degree BJJ Black Belt, Judo Black Belt, MMA Veteran and has traveled the World in his Martial Arts Journey. He now owns and operates Sampa BJJ in Glendora, California. It was great catching up with him and learning about his journey moving to the US from Brazil and much more. Enjoy!
Jan 19, 2020•44 min
John Combs is an Easton BJJ Black Belt, he won the North American Trials Championships last year, winning 7 matches that day and has won many Championships along the way. He is an active competitor we talk about his journey and his mindset on his quest. Enjoy!
Jan 15, 2020•55 min
Had a great time sitting down with my Family SDotB and talk old stories of him having the opportunity to shoot artists like Drake, Dr. Dre, 2 Chainz and many more. We talk about his clothing brand he ran for many years as well as his mindset and belief to invest in people over the years. Enjoy!
Jan 12, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Ben Roy is a Stand Up Comic, Musician, Co-creator and star of the TruTV Television Show ‘Those Who Can’t’ and of course a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Practitioner.
Jan 08, 2020•1 hr 11 min
Aaron owns and operates Alta Performance Institute in Monterrey, California. Erik “Esik” is the founder of VKNJ. They grew up in the same town and have a long training and friendship together. Aaron had a terrible vertebrae injury to his T 1, 2 and C7 and was determined to not be handicapped at 25yrs old and found the work which was needed to begin his journey to recovery from his debilitating neck injury. I had a great time talking with them and learned a lot from them .#TACFIT #CST #VKNJ #Scot...
Jan 04, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Erik ‘Esik’ Melland is the CEO and founder of Viking Ninja LLC. He embodies the Viking Ninja - rooted within his Norwegian and Korean descent. His background as a massage therapist, fitness coach and creative artist has allowed him to design a program that is built around Balance, Discipline and the Warrior Spirit. His unconventional training system focusing on safe and mindful Bodyweight and Steel Mace movements for performance, strength, mobility and recovery. Erik’s journey has led him to tra...
Jan 01, 2020•1 hr 26 min
Eliot Marshall is a former UFC Fighter and Ultimate Fighter Veteran, BJJ Black Belt Champion, the first American to earn IBJJF Pan American titles as a blue, purple and brown belt. In addition to being the co-owner and head instructor at Easton Training Center, Eliot became the head coach of Elevation Fight Team, one of the country's most highly regarded MMA teams. Eliot has his own podcast called the Gospel of Fire and has a best selling Amazon Book with the same title. Enjoy! You can find Elio...
Dec 29, 2019•1 hr 4 min
Quebrado is of Lebanese Armenian descent and talks about his break dancing roots and how he found Capoeira in his transition moving to America. We talk about the many benefits of Capoeira, the Movement of the Martial Art, the Music and the Way of Life. Enjoy!
Dec 25, 2019•57 min
Grant Collins is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt. He owns and operates Optimus Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Laguna Niguel in Orange County, California. We discuss the many benefits of the Martial Arts as well as Chinese Medicine. It was a big pleasure to sit down with him as he began his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Journey with me 20 years ago in Santa Fe, New Mexico as well as starting our first Kids Program. Enjoy!
Dec 22, 2019•1 hr 1 min
Ryan Provencher is the Bellingham Fire Training Chief and TACFIT Fire and EMS Division Chief. We discuss his background in Physical Fitness and Nutrition and how TACFIT has helped him and others. Enjoy!
Dec 18, 2019•59 min
Bruce Schonfeld is an advanced Rolfer and has been a bodyworker for over 25 years. He also is a Film Maker and recently released his Movie: The Secret Life of Fascia. I’ve been fascinated by Fascia and how it works for many years now so it was a great pleasure to have an expert on the Show. Enjoy! You can find Bruce Schonfeld at advancedrolfing.com and can watch his movie “The Secret Life of Fascia” on Vimeo OnDemand
Dec 15, 2019•1 hr 21 min
Jamal Shofani is BJJ Black Belt, Former Marine and Wells Fargo District Manager. We talk about his family immigrating from Jordan. Leadership. Work Life Balance and how his Family has been his superpower. Enjoy!
Dec 11, 2019•1 hr 1 min
Adil Mustafabekov is a Disney Artist, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Competitor. We discuss his history and the crossover of Art and Martial Arts. Enjoy!
Dec 08, 2019•1 hr 3 min
Pier Pagano work is called Repatterning and comes from her experiences in both the fitness and design world. She worked for 40 years from the outside in; now works from the inside out. She teaches clients to use their inner toolbox to repattern their blueprint to reflect who they are now. She does private sessions and seminars in the US and Europe.
Dec 04, 2019•36 min
Jim Lawson is the owner of Jiu-Jitsu Magazine, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt. and former Marine. We talk about his Jiu-Jitsu beginnings, Royce Gracie, his Journey and everything in between. Enjoy!
Dec 01, 2019•1 hr 11 min
Entrepreneur. Contractor, Real Estate Agent, BJJ Black Belt and a guy you want on your team. Garret Glava has helped open up over 25 Gracie Barra BJJ Academies all over Southern California. He now runs Gracie Barra Paso Robles in Paso Robles, California. I always appreciate his advice and guidance. Enjoy!
Nov 27, 2019•32 min
I got to sit down with the dynamic James Byous he is a musician and all around entertainer, he was recently featured on the Netflix show “Westside” , he is also Certified TACFIT Coach, and a Bad Motherf*cker who’s tired of pretending like he’s not! Enjoy!
Nov 24, 2019•36 min
Chesuaff "Chezorito" Arreola teaches Jiu-Jitsu to Kids at Los Angeles Park and Rec Community Centers of Echo Park and Lincoln Heights. Really exited to have Chesauff “Chezorito" Arreola on the Show. He has been an inspiration to me for many years. He talks about overcoming a lot of personal struggles in his life thru Jiu-Jitsu and helping kids be their best thru Jiu-Jitsu in his community, Enjoy!
Nov 20, 2019•34 min
Retired Serial Entrepreneur, Former Night Club and Restaurant Owner. At 73 Years Old is now a full time BJJ Practitioner and Competiror, Inspiring all those around him .He talks old stories and about never giving up! Enjoy.
Nov 14, 2019•58 min
BJJ Black Belt Jorge Bonilla is the owner and head coach of Legacy Glendale. We talk about his humble beginnings, overcoming limits, fighting, college and much more, Enjoy!
Nov 12, 2019•36 min
Xande & Michael LeMont talk about the Create Process, Movement and Music and much more! Enjoy!
Nov 11, 2019•36 min
Leonidas Tarca is an Educator, Author and the Principal of Martin Luther King Jr Elementary in South Central Los Angeles as well as a BJJ Black Belt. We talk about learning, martial arts, education, giving back and much more. Enjoy!
Nov 08, 2019•33 min
