Second Plan A

Amber and Ryan Hoover
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Step into the Second Plan A lifestyle and embark on a sometimes funny, sometimes serious, and constantly engaging journey with a spirited married couple. Delve into thought-provoking conversations that touch on diverse topics, including confrontation, entrepreneurship, prioritizing mental and physical wellness, fostering personal growth, and exploring other meaningful subjects that deeply resonate with them.

  1. Aug 12

    58. Behind the Women's Ultimate Self-Defense Championship: What Real Violence Actually Looks Like

    In this episode, Amber and Ryan Hoover discuss the behind-the-scenes of the women's season of the Ultimate Self-Defense Championship, exploring the challenges of producing realistic self-defense scenarios, the importance of training, and insights into violence and self-defense training. Important Takeaways: "Violence doesn't look like a John Wick movie." "Clinch is where fights are won and lost." "Training gives you options and confidence."

  2. Jul 29

    57. Useful Before True: Explanations That Don't Suck

    On this episode we dive deeper in to taking ownership of solutions and making choices that give you options. We use the idea from Derek Sivers of "Useful, Not True" to help guide problem solving on the mat and in life. Topics: The concept of 'useful not true' How assumptions like 'I'm too short' or 'I'm not flexible enough' hinder progress The importance of trying before blaming physical or mental limitations The impact of framing problems positively and owning challenges Strategies for shifting mindset and experimenting with solutions The influence of expectations and how to manage them effectively The value of feedback, coaching, and experimentation in growth

  3. Jul 15

    56. The Can Opener Test: Stuck vs Stable

    We explore the concept of evolution and adaptation through the metaphor of can openers, canning food, and life decisions. We talk about when to stick with tried-and-true methods versus when to innovate and evolve. Revgear - Quality Martial Arts Gear - https://revgear.com keywords: adaptation, innovation, systems thinking, evolution, decision-making, business, self-defense, growth, change, progress key topics: The history and evolution of can openers as a metaphor for life and business. When to stick with tried-and-true methods versus when to innovate. The importance of systems thinking in decision-making. Timing and readiness in personal and business growth. The concept of starting before you're fully ready and its risks and rewards. The role of incremental change versus big leaps in evolution. Lessons from the history of technology and business evolution. The importance of understanding the system, not just the event

  4. Jul 1

    55. The Invisible Belt: Hemingway, True Crime, and the Iceberg

    The concept of the 'iceberg theory' was popularized by Ernest Hemingway through storytelling and is seen across platforms today. In skill development, it's the unseen 90% behind visible achievements that is most important. Join us as we discuss how understanding and focusing on this hidden work can lead to better results in various fields like martial arts, fitness, and personal growth.

  5. Jun 17

    54. Earned Vulnerability: Lessons from Blackbelt Testing

    This weekend was a blackbelt test like no other. Each one is different and unique, just like each candidate. The raw grit and emotion we experienced this weekend was truly memorable. We just had to discuss it more. Join us for the journey reminiscing on the weekend and sharing some of what we are so grateful to be a part of. We explore the transformative power of shared experiences, emotional toughness, and embodied empathy through a detailed recount of a Blackbelt weekend. We discuss how real connection and vulnerability are cultivated in high-stakes, physically demanding environments, and why these lessons are applicable beyond martial arts.

  6. Jun 3

    53. Closer to Danger: The Crash In Mindset

    We explore the concept of 'crashing in' versus 'crashing out' in fighting, life, and business. Listen in as we discuss the importance of taking calculated risks, building the right mindset for self-defense and personal growth, and how to support others in doing the same. Key concepts: self-defense, mindset, risk-taking, crash in, crash out, martial arts, personal development, coaching, life decisions, resilience

  7. May 20

    52. Pressure, Exposure, & the Black Belt Test

    On this episode Ryan and Amber explore the philosophy and process behind black belt testing in martial arts and where Fit to Fight® deviates. Join us as we look at stress management, decision making, individual progress, and continuous growth in self defense. "You're gonna die [metaphorically] several times in that test." "Using 'Pass' and 'Fail' is weird in self-defense." "It takes a unanimous vote of 'not ready' to decide that."

  8. May 6

    51. Fighting in the Present: Be Where Your Feet Are

    This episode explores the importance of being present and grounded in the moment, both in life and training. After attending 2 weddings with 2 vastly different philosophies, Ryan and Amber came back with what stuck out the most: Be Where Your Feet Are. fittofight, krav maga, self defense, lineage, martial arts, expectations, self improvement, coaching, philosophy-----

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Step into the Second Plan A lifestyle and embark on a sometimes funny, sometimes serious, and constantly engaging journey with a spirited married couple. Delve into thought-provoking conversations that touch on diverse topics, including confrontation, entrepreneurship, prioritizing mental and physical wellness, fostering personal growth, and exploring other meaningful subjects that deeply resonate with them.

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  • Creator
    Amber and Ryan Hoover
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    58
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Amber and Ryan Hoover
  • Show Website
    Second Plan A

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