1 hr 20 min
Episode #98 Stephan Kesting, on BJJ, transplants and challenging yourself Next Level Guy
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- Self-Improvement
THE GUEST
Today’s guest is Stephan Kesting, a father, fire-fighter, podcaster, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) legend.
Stephan operates Grapplearts.com and Beginning BJJ.com. Through his online instructionals, videos, DVDs, articles, and newsletters, he has helped tens of thousands of grapplers all over the world improve their Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission grappling skills. I in particular owe him for his ones on sweeps and subs, I learned more of these apps, not just technique pointers but key concepts and movement fixes than I had in some classes to that point. He is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and has been training martial arts for over 30 years where he has achieved belts in and is certified training in a number of other martial arts. In my opinion, he has been a legend in the BJJ coaching scene and his instructionals and articles are a must read for anyone serious about improving their BJJ. In this interview, we discuss multiple areas such as his views on BJJ as a martial art, his amazing 1000 Miles by Canoe trip in the Arctic, alone, his kidney transplant, and the importance of working towards your goals. I seriously consider him one of the most interesting people in BJJ and someone you need to follow to take your BJJ to the next level!
*For Transparency, this was recorded in late 2019 but due to some scheduling, travel, lockdown, and work matters, it is only being published now.
LISTEN HERE
WHAT IS DISCUSSED
In this interview, we discuss gems like:Who they are Competitors vs coaching and the role he is leaning towards moreLearning concepts vs techniques - which gives the most benefit to the studentWhy he chose to focus on BJJ rather than many other arts he studiedHow BJJ is arguably the most effective self-defense martial artModern day rituals to manhoodHis kidney condition and transplantThe importance of Organ DonationHis trip - 1000 Miles by Canoe in the Arctic, alone - a little appetizer to his mammoth journey and stunning achievementThe importance of having a large goal in your lifeHow training is vital and skill development hacksWhy you need to find a challenge in your lifeWhat he wants you to rememberHow you can connect with them
KEY POINTS TO REFLECT ON & LINKS MENTIONED
In this interview, a lot of jewels of self-improvement are discussed. Some of these and their associated thoughts include:Putting yourself into the experience that you feel fear of is a quick way of losing the fear you hold for it. Scared of competing, sign up for a comp. Scared of learning a new skill, sign up today and pay for a year so you have no chance to back out. Fear is a good thing, it stops you hurting yourself but don't let it hold you back from getting what you want out of life.Cross training allowed Stephan to see similarities and key concepts in the martial arts. How could trying different styles of your sport help you learn and develop your skills and learn new techniques that your current training would never allow you to be exposed to. Martial arts provide a way to express your masculinity and provide a challenge and 'fight' in a man's life, that we no longer have in today's society. It is one of the few opportunities for men to activate the primal feelings of danger, failure and challenge, that today's 'easier' society removes the chance for.There are many side-effects of martial arts that are not seen but can help you in ways unforseen. Stephan's training assisted his strength and fight while he was going through his condition. Training in martial arts helps builds your mental toughness and resilience as much as your physical upgrades.Your words and experience of an event may be horrible, but they can help others - talking helps you and others, who are going through similar events.Please consider being an organ donor. Your death will be a terrible loss to the world,
THE GUEST
Today’s guest is Stephan Kesting, a father, fire-fighter, podcaster, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) legend.
Stephan operates Grapplearts.com and Beginning BJJ.com. Through his online instructionals, videos, DVDs, articles, and newsletters, he has helped tens of thousands of grapplers all over the world improve their Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission grappling skills. I in particular owe him for his ones on sweeps and subs, I learned more of these apps, not just technique pointers but key concepts and movement fixes than I had in some classes to that point. He is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and has been training martial arts for over 30 years where he has achieved belts in and is certified training in a number of other martial arts. In my opinion, he has been a legend in the BJJ coaching scene and his instructionals and articles are a must read for anyone serious about improving their BJJ. In this interview, we discuss multiple areas such as his views on BJJ as a martial art, his amazing 1000 Miles by Canoe trip in the Arctic, alone, his kidney transplant, and the importance of working towards your goals. I seriously consider him one of the most interesting people in BJJ and someone you need to follow to take your BJJ to the next level!
*For Transparency, this was recorded in late 2019 but due to some scheduling, travel, lockdown, and work matters, it is only being published now.
LISTEN HERE
WHAT IS DISCUSSED
In this interview, we discuss gems like:Who they are Competitors vs coaching and the role he is leaning towards moreLearning concepts vs techniques - which gives the most benefit to the studentWhy he chose to focus on BJJ rather than many other arts he studiedHow BJJ is arguably the most effective self-defense martial artModern day rituals to manhoodHis kidney condition and transplantThe importance of Organ DonationHis trip - 1000 Miles by Canoe in the Arctic, alone - a little appetizer to his mammoth journey and stunning achievementThe importance of having a large goal in your lifeHow training is vital and skill development hacksWhy you need to find a challenge in your lifeWhat he wants you to rememberHow you can connect with them
KEY POINTS TO REFLECT ON & LINKS MENTIONED
In this interview, a lot of jewels of self-improvement are discussed. Some of these and their associated thoughts include:Putting yourself into the experience that you feel fear of is a quick way of losing the fear you hold for it. Scared of competing, sign up for a comp. Scared of learning a new skill, sign up today and pay for a year so you have no chance to back out. Fear is a good thing, it stops you hurting yourself but don't let it hold you back from getting what you want out of life.Cross training allowed Stephan to see similarities and key concepts in the martial arts. How could trying different styles of your sport help you learn and develop your skills and learn new techniques that your current training would never allow you to be exposed to. Martial arts provide a way to express your masculinity and provide a challenge and 'fight' in a man's life, that we no longer have in today's society. It is one of the few opportunities for men to activate the primal feelings of danger, failure and challenge, that today's 'easier' society removes the chance for.There are many side-effects of martial arts that are not seen but can help you in ways unforseen. Stephan's training assisted his strength and fight while he was going through his condition. Training in martial arts helps builds your mental toughness and resilience as much as your physical upgrades.Your words and experience of an event may be horrible, but they can help others - talking helps you and others, who are going through similar events.Please consider being an organ donor. Your death will be a terrible loss to the world,
1 hr 20 min