A Deep Dive into Jiu Jitsu and Holistic Healing with Richard Bresler

In this episode of The Jujitsu Mindset, host Pete Deeley is solo as his regular guest Lucas Rubbo is unavailable. Instead, Pete introduces Professor Richard Bresler, the first US student of Horian Gracie, and author of Worth Defending. Richard shares his extensive experience of Jiu Jitsu, his transition from a fast-food business, and how Jiu Jitsu transformed his life. They discuss the importance of private lessons, the evolving nature of Jiu Jitsu as a self-defense art versus sport. Richard also elaborates on his holistic approach to health, emphasizing nutrition, alternative therapies, and the groundbreaking muscle work by Thomas Greiner. This episode provides a rich insight into Richard Bresler's lifelong commitment to Jiu Jitsu and holistic wellbeing.

00:00 Introduction and Announcements

00:51 Introducing Professor Richard Bresler

01:40 The Evolution of Jiu Jitsu

05:58 Private Lessons vs Group Classes

09:26 Personal Transformation Through Jiu Jitsu

21:53 The Impact of Diet and Lifestyle

27:13 Alternative Healing and Muscle Therapy

31:34 Healing My Mom's Lungs

32:33 Discovering Neurosoma

34:46 A Chance Meeting with a Chiropractor

36:49 Private Lessons and Influences

37:58 The Importance of Muscle Harmony

40:45 Exploring Alternative Therapies

50:34 The Melt Method

52:40 Final Thoughts and Book Promotion

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