Sep 2, 2024
Training in martial arts like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Judo, wrestling, & Muay Thai is my outlet for improving my mental health and becoming a better person.
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In the 119th episode of the Jiu-Jitsu Outlet show, I talk to pro MMA fighter Julius Walker.
Julius is the Synergy Fighting Championship light heavyweight champion set to defend his title on November 16th against Bevon Lewis.
In this episode of Jiu-Jitsu Outlet, Julius and I sit down to chat after he teaches a seminar at the Jiu-Jitsu Outlet HQ. We talked about the journey of being a pro MMA fighter and how this has impacted Julius' mental health. We chat about injuries, Jiu-Jitsu, defending the title, the community of martial arts and why its essential, and a whole lot more.
This is a conversation you do NOT want to miss!|
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The information in this episode should NOT be considered medical advice but instead educational information. If you are struggling with your mental health and you want to speak with a professional therapist, I recommend https://Talkspace.com/... This is the therapy service that worked for me when I was at my darkest moments in life and dealing with panic attacks everyday.
Chapters:
00:00 Episode Highlights
01:00 Introducing Julius Walker
01:27 How does Jiu-Jitsu help Julius' mental health?
04:10 Discussing MMA Fight Camps
05:40 Comparing Julius today vs. Julius when he began fighting
06:50 The importance of overcoming adversity
09:00 How Julius became a Pro MMA Fighter
11:15 Discussing Julius' Injury
15:00 Julius' Next Fight
16:00 Julius Teaches Some Defensive MMA Techniques
18:00 Julius Teaches A Brutal Leg Lace From Half Guard
20:27 Final Words