In this episode of Living Strong Adventures, we explore the transformative power of resilience, forged in the arena of life’s challenges. Drawing from my journey through ten years of physical pain, emotional turmoil, and eventual triumph through hip replacement surgeries, I reflect on how discomfort can become a stepping stone to strength. Inspired by Theodore Roosevelt’s "Man in the Arena," I share personal lessons from my Bronx roots, Broadway stages, and martial arts training that have shaped my commitment to teaching resilience and empowerment on the mats in 2025.

Step into the arena with me as we dare to embrace pain, find purpose, and live strong.