Espada Podcast

Start off the New Year clean Going back to basics The great refresher Simplicity Something to gain Disguising repetition A competitive year Just after my birthday The means to what I want to do better Avoid confusion by substituting or replacing Adding gradually. Do not rush Benchmarking A caviate but what I’ve learned Age and time will always be against you The value is in the process and the maintenance plan Use your training in everything Making use of your time Give your training to the brand new year Enjoy the process SUBSCRIBE If these podcasts benefitted you in any way, please subscribe. It lets me know I'm helping others. CONNECT Website: http://www.ervinquintin.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guroespadaInstagram: https://www.instagram/guroespada TRAIN WITH ME Impact website: https://www.impact-athletes.com

Evolving to the next level. Thoughts on returning. Thanks for the support! How am I going about it Thank you to my students for the continued support Still on the same mission The next evolution. Season 2 SUBSCRIBE If these podcasts benefitted you in any way, please subscribe. It lets me know I'm helping others. CONNECT Website: http://www.ervinquintin.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guroespadaInstagram: https://www.instagram/guroespada TRAIN WITH ME Impact website: http://www.impact-athletes.com

In this episode, I decided to take a break from dressing up an intro or outro. Instead, focus on how simple works and that being natural is ideal. All training has to offer Value of letting go Context of the first experience Value of process Wisdom's currency Less worry. More development Test of being comfortable Preparedness Train now Just practice SUBSCRIBE If these podcasts benefitted you in any way, please subscribe. It lets me know I'm helping others. CONNECT Website: http://www.ervinquintin.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guroespadaInstagram: https://www.instagram/guroespada TRAIN WITH ME Impact website: http://www.impact-athletes.com

How are you doing? Balancing energy avoiding burn out Motivation when energy is low How do we maintain consistency The setup When do you want to prepare Rules that we follow The rules most likely to be broken Dependable and already setup Remembering your agreement How to enhance your setup SUBSCRIBE If these podcasts benefitted you in any way, please subscribe. It lets me know I'm helping others. CONNECT Website: http://www.ervinquintin.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guroespadaInstagram: https://www.instagram/guroespada TRAIN WITH ME Impact website: http://www.impact-athletes.com

Happy New Year 2019 Emphasizing getting it done Slow to smooth then smooth to fast Allowing muscle memory to gain strength Where going fast comes from Making coffee and multitasking Its all in the details Transitioning from learning mode to application mode Properly using priority Mistakes happen when you rush Take off to a whole new level

Finances is a sensitive subject and being open to discuss it is even more sensitive. In this episode, I open myself up to sharing my opinions and perspective with the danger of being criticized. My hope is that the message is received and not taken as being told what to do. Let’s talk discipline Quick look at class structure Consistency over intensity Financial discipline awareness Practicing technique details Ranking system a parallel idea The act of self discipline Translating the opponent Awareness in levels of preparation Disciplining your freedom Emotions at the time of struggle Overlay your training Structure and boundaries Protecting time and finding agreements Planning goals Training purposes Separation and consolidation SUBSCRIBE If these podcasts benefitted you in any way, please subscribe. It lets me know I'm helping others. CONNECT Website: http://www.ervinquintin.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guroespadaInstagram: https://www.instagram/guroespada TRAIN WITH ME Impact website: http://ww

So to give a time reference and not to confuse anyone about this clip I’m mixing into this episode, this is right after finishing up with fight practice which is held right after advanced class. I considered not using it, but I think it would benefit anyone that is going through some doubt. Catch your breath Keep your head on straight Practice fighting in fight practice Keep open mindedness When you get frustrated, thats the training Bring you into the fight The most vulnerable part of training Don't walk into the fight outnumbered Remember you opted in SUBSCRIBE If these podcasts benefitted you in any way, please subscribe. It lets me know I'm helping others. CONNECT Website: http://www.ervinquintin.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guroespadaInstagram: https://www.instagram/guroespada TRAIN WITH ME Impact website: http://www.impact-athletes.com

Intimidated? Is it me? The effects of integrity How to hold to your word Accountability partner What the coach is for What amateur levels are for Put yourself out there You can find me in Virginia Beach at Impact Martial Arts Academy doing what I love to do.  

In this episode, I welcome back Carlos David Oliveira back to the podcast to share his story on how he got into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and how it became his lifestyle. Knowing about limitations Starting out in Capoeira Giving up martial arts for surfing The surf gang and a first encounter UFC and the VHS tape Finding Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and its initial costs Trading the surf board for lessons First gi getting destroyed When the money ran out The agreement Cleaning your feet and the second gi Mom Teaching as a white belt and being tested by others From nothing to something Struggling and making the decision to become a professional The invitation to come to the United States Learning English and trying to teach in English Moving to Richmond Realizing the responsibility to represent Honor and respect Seeing BJJ culture changing in the modern day Trash talking and bad attitudes Poor character turning potential students off A message for those that want to start but haven’t yet Carlos David Oliveira Website: www.

What is the OODA loop? The formula of class and how sparring fits into the OODA loop Moving our training from the conscious world to the subconscious world Seeing your options, decide on them then act Be first How to use your trusted training partners How to embrace bad consequences Be a scientist when it comes to decisions Bridge the time between deciding and acting; making the time shorter How are you taking the consequences on the decisions you make in sparring Are you coachable although you have skill Flowing with whatever happens The answer through perseverance Leveraging help properly Are you frequently sparring to improve your capabilities? Getting stronger at one detail at a time The potency of competition What did you do that was good and what could you improve on? Train with improvement in mind Be open to the unfavorable

Shadow boxing The hardest thing to do in martial arts Making yourself happy What you wanted to do in the first place Criticisms Make your choice Don’t work harder, work... Getting through the wall Giving yourself patience Bling! If I can do it, you can do it

Difficulty and challenges of training A new difficult question; almost an unfair question The acceptable answer for an instructor A memory of Crossfit Building technique then take the challenge Getting to practice perseverance Earning it not having it given Believing you can do it Parents train too Tip for parents on what we can tell children Eyedroppers Winning by inches, not by the mile Respecting and appreciating beginners allowing themselves to win Changing perspectives Working out some more Self accountability Pullups for failure Not waiting for failure, go for it If you’re going to control our own lives, control the failures too Go after it and know you’re in control of it  

Introduction to Roberto Traven How do you keep motivated all these years? Training is part of life The different motivation sources Bringing back students that may have lost motivation Balance and support for his son Thoughts on YouTube Importance of having a strong foundation Basics and progression Keeping motivation Advice Final thoughts on self motivation Roberto Traven BJJ HQ: https://www.facebook.com/Team-Roberto-Traven-Headquarters-366739296750895/ Special thanks to Phoenix Fitness and Martial Arts for letting me setup shop in their office to have the interview after the seminar!

I’ve got another episode for you. You’ll have to excuse me because I made a pretty bad technical error when setting up the recording. What was the mistake? The track that held my voice got dropped somehow. For the most part, I asked questions to get thoughts shared and I’d say a very good majority of the episode is in tact though. You’ll catch the edits in the middle as to keep the flow going without causing too much confusion. So thanks for sticking with it and I’m sure you’ll enjoy it. I want everyone to meet, if you haven’t already met him , Andrew Smith of Revolution BJJ in Richmond VA. When we first were introduced, we started talking about competitions and how he went from being an extremely active competitor to evolving his martial arts practice. Listen in on how that happened. Getting started in grappling and the pathway to competition From Wrestling to Judo to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Beginning to favor BJJ competition The need of immersion Challenges faced on wanting to compete Segue away from competing

After a return trip from Des Moines Iowa, it was time to translate some experiences and how it translates from our training to the real world Getting setup Warming up to fight Round 1 strategy What happens after round 1 A pet peeve Round 2 endurance Reminders of their plan, not mine Undestanding the fear of fatigue Round 3 finishing strong How to use lessons learned Good students listen to their coach Translations Setting up for the work day Properly warm up in the morning Round 1 of the work day How to use the first break The end of the work day Using the second break What is round 3 Using your training to ask questions Knowing if you fought well  

Time: 36 min Nakapan Phungephorn of Beta Academy in Washington DC joins me for episode 16. I hit him with a blast of topics to get started; Multiple arts versus the single art got our talk going. Improving the culture and understanding the purpose of training Playing as a form of training in Thailand while at Tiger Muay Thai Preserving the sport of Muay Thai while being exposed to mixed martial arts Travel experiences in Bangkok Watching Muay Thai fights at Rajadamnern during the Tiger King's Day Taking the plunge of living the martial arts life, starting Beta Academy and balancing time Developing organizational tools Writing down your goals Holding each other accountable with a friend A memory when training for 2016 No Gi Worlds Validating the quality of time management and priorities Reading books but experiment Being all about improvement Maintenance of the body A range of time management skills but being flexible An example of nutrition Finding the trustworthy sources for food The ever changing market Pr

A bit raspy but still doing it. Pinky toe blues Still doing the deed Go train anyway Big ups to the laborers Still improving even after a day's work There are goals to be met The Dream Job Meaningfulness behind your work Vacation? What's that? It's not work. It's what I like to do Stop convincing yourself. Just do. Having to do the deed Be smart with your goals The most genius things come from the unlikely places Move away from negative mindsets Its ok to rest. Just be smart about it.

In this episode, I have Patrick Consing, Tuhon in Sayoc Kali, Master Instructor of Kapatid Martial Arts in Pleasantville NY and one of most influential people I turn to for mentorship. If you can see it in your mind, you can hold it in your hand. Everything begins with thought I’m only responsible for what I say, not for what you understand. If you act like a stranger, you’re going to be treated like a stranger. A talk on optimism with a black belt class Training dictates how you can do everything Factors that help create success Why do people get stuck? If a plan is created for success, then why not follow it? Something that you can always do Pain and change Willingness to make your training work Faith in your training Accessing your resources Your accomplishments and deeds Welcoming mistakes Ignoring preparations Why can’t you avoid training Staying sharp Everyday you should be seeking Don’t forget who forged you Exercise trust in your mentors Addressing the need to take a break Willingness Communication a

There is a way to build confidence using violence as a tool. Answering the question, "How does martial arts actually give you confidence?" A real answer Scenario Taking charge Being conditioned to hold back Giving our children confidence The physical world as a learning tool for the nonphysical world Advice from children Identifying the imbalance using the martial triad Practicing to solve intangible problems Walking into the room

Podcast block? The only time you’ll ever listen is when you want to hear something When the student is ready, the teacher will appear When do you want to do the basics? Testing your basics Invitational to get hit Wanting to defend properly How to ascend from self discipline Purpose Where do the high levels of confidence come from? Translating from class situations Increased power from simple details Simplicity is the ultimate form of sophistication Buying the next shiny thing Owning the wisdom of knowing the difference between want and need Reminder of Mother’s Day The diamond was given to you from the beginning Struggle is required. It’s an investment Take your time to do it right from the beginning