A Deep Dive into Jiu Jitsu and Healing with Richard Bresler

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   Join the mailing list here.