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Ep 42- Life is Perfect

Release Date: 05/26/2022

🎙 Ep. 61 — Dancing with Uncertainty: Life Lessons from the Ring For The Fight Of Life

Champ Up Chat

Ever walked into something thinking you had it all figured out… only to get smacked in the face—literally or metaphorically? In this episode, we’re talking about that awkward training partner we all have: uncertainty. Whether it’s your job, your relationships, your health, or stepping into the ring for a fight, uncertainty is part of the game—and how you respond to it is what defines your growth. We break down one of the most pivotal fights of my career, where a single overhand right flipped everything. We unpack the difference between leaning into your fundamentals vs. getting...

EP 60: 5 Ways to Keep the Discipline Muscle Strong

Champ Up Chat

We’ve all been there—pushing hard, staying locked in, and then… hitting a wall. So how do you build real discipline without running yourself into the ground? In this episode, we’re breaking down five ways to strengthen your discipline muscle—without burnout. But first—we’re sharing a big update about our 5-Day Resilience Challenge and how YOU can now go through it at your own pace! Also, Chris has a game-changing hack that’s completely transformed his focus and cut out distractions. If you struggle with doom scrolling, staying...

Ep 59- Why Resilience Matters

Champ Up Chat

Let's start the New Year strong! Listen in as Sarah and I talk about what most people get wrong about being a champion. We dive into resilience—the backbone of navigating life’s set-backs and knockdowns. Also, in this episode, we’re keeping it real about the highs and lows of 2024, from facing health scares to making big professional moves. We’ll break down resilience and how it isn’t just about bouncing back—it’s about bouncing forward. After listening you'll walk away with the three pillars that keep us, and will keep you, grounded and growing. We share stories, practical...

Ep 58- What Are You REALLY Waiting For?

Champ Up Chat

Yo, Adrian!! We’re diving headfirst into the illusion of perfection and why it’s time to stop waiting for the “right moment.” In this episode, we reflect on lessons learned from The Rocky Run half-marathon (and conquering the infamous Drago Hill), launching our first Muay Thai gym under less-than-ideal circumstances, and embarking on a game-changing digital detox. We’ll explore the power of small, consistent steps—whether you’re tackling a new fitness goal, taking on a professional leap, or just trying to stay present in a world full of distractions. From stress...

Ep 57- Back From The (almost) Dead

Champ Up Chat

After a long hiatus since July 2023, we're back in action! In this episode, we dive into what kept us away, from burnout to a whirlwind of travel and speaking engagements. We also open up about Chris’s major health challenge this past summer—a blood clot scare that led to significant lifestyle changes. Today, we’re focusing on resilience: how small, consistent habits can help us bounce back from life’s toughest moments. Expect candid discussions on managing stress, using self-talk, and building resilience through intentional daily actions. Plus, we’ll share insights from our new...

Ep 56- The Journey of Father Trauma

Champ Up Chat

“It is such an odd thing to see your father and a stranger wrapped up into one person.” -unknown In this week’s episode of Champ Up Chat, we delve into the complex topic of father trauma. Chris shares his personal experience growing up with a physically present but emotionally absent father. Throughout the conversation, he discusses how his father's behavior affected him and his transformative journey to break the cycle, ultimately becoming a present and involved father myself. Therapy and self-reflection played pivotal roles in his healing process, especially when it came to...

Ep 55- Pet Peeves, Being In "Fight" Shape and Cringe-talk at the Gym

Champ Up Chat

Welcome to another exciting episode of Champ Up Chat! In today's installment, we delve into an unexpected aspect of Muay Thai as we explore Chris's greatest frustrations as a competitor, referee, and coach. Brace yourself, because it might not be what you're anticipating! Prepare for some cringe-worthy moments as we, as fitness pros and entrepreneurs, open up about our most embarrassing blunders. It takes courage to acknowledge our mistakes, but hey…it's a crucial part of our personal AND professional growth journey. Weight management and the practice of weight cutting for the ring are on...

Ep 54- Q&A: Imposter Syndrome, Having "Heart" & Emotional Mastery

Champ Up Chat

Episode 54 Sarah and I are back on today with our new Champ Up Chat Q&A session. We took a few questions from you guys and gave our best thoughts and insights on how to address whatever challenges that you might be facing. We dive into putting our peers on pedestals, pre-fight tactics, confidence through competence, and listening to our bodies especially when it comes to nutrition and sleep. We are decdicated to sharing our fight tips, mindset strategies and health and wellness tactics that will keep you on your champion lifestyle mission. Send us your burning Q's for our next...

Ep 53- Unwavering Faith- Eddie "Silky Smooth" Abasolo

Champ Up Chat

Episode 53 Today, our guest is Eddie "Silky Smooth" Abasolo, a passionate fighter who has been through it all and truly emodoies the Fall 7 times, Stand up 8 philosophy. Eddie shares his unique perspective on what it takes to succeed in the fight game, covering everything from perseverance to sacrifice. Amateur record: 12-1 IKF World Championship IKF West Coast Classic IKF US Champion CA Champion IKF West Coast Champion WCK/IAMTF Champion PROFESSIONAL RECORD: 14-4 WBC Intercontinental Champion MTG Champion Triumphant World Champion WMC Champion WBC Nai Khanom Tom Throughout...

Ep 52: How To Smile, No Matter What...John Esposito Jr.

Champ Up Chat

Ep 52- How To Smile No Matter What Sarah took the day off so that I could chat with an individual who is the epitome of what it means to live as a champion, John Esposito Jr. On December 20th, 2021, John met his fate in an accident at work that changed his life forever. So on today’s episode of Champ Up Chat, John shares his near-death experience and how he navigates everyday to keep taking steps toward recovery. We talk about the importance of finding positives and moving forward, no matter how many times life tries to knock us out. Stay tuned as John...

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Today we talk about the perfection of life when you can wake-up, put your feet on the ground and make one more attempt at experiencing life to its utmost. ⁣⁣
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The perfection is in the journey not the destination of where you want to be. Barring unnatural circumstances, the journey of life is perfect because there is nothing to compare it to.⁣
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It's your journey and you don't get another chance to fix your "mistakes". Live and strive to be the best expression of who you are. ⁣⁣
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The misconception of perfection is that it is some far off distant place or state of being that you want to strive for. ⁣⁣
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We’ve all heard the saying that there is no such thing as perfection. In reality perfection is already where you are. Perfection is in the journey.⁣⁣
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