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This week’s guest has done it all in the world of Jiu Jitsu and MMA. He is a former Pan American Champion, 2x Abu Dhabi Silver Medalist, veteran of Pride FC and the UFC, owner instructor at RABJJ, and coach of multiple BJJ world champions and former UFC champion, Frankie Edgar.
Ricardo Almeida joins The RŌL Radio to discuss the evolution of Jiu Jitsu, growing up around Renzo Gracie, his professional fighting days, the role Jiu Jitsu has played in his family, and a ton more.
Episode Highlights:
5:14: Jiu Jitsu’s Changing Focus
8:06 Competition vs Hobby
15:14 Making the People Around You Better
21:54 Measuring Sticks
28:42 Biggest Impacts
32:40 Renzo’s Influence
39:50 I’ll Fight Him( First MMA Fight, 3 Days Notice, and It is in Pride)
46:58 Fatherhood Brings Big Changes
55:12 Finding What’s Right for You
1:02:35 Autism, Development, Success, Jiu Jitsu
1:12:55 Guest Question
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