FROM ACL SURGERY TO THE RING Andrea Pelcastre on Winning Her Return Fight & Building Muay Thai Mamis

In this episode of the California Sober Podcast, Moe sits down with Ca;i Muay Thai Champion, gym owner, and coach Andrea Pelcastre (aka "Muay Thai Mami") for a deep dive into resilience, community, and female empowerment in combat sports!After suffering a devastating ACL tear that sidelined her for two grueling years, Andrea proved what true grit looks like. She navigated the long road of recovery, returned to the ring, and officially had her hand raised in victory. Drea shares the physical and mental battles of sitting on the sidelines for 24 months, what it felt like stepping back inside the ropes, and how that time away fueled her vision for the fight game.Plus, Drea breaks down her newest movement: Muay Thai Mamis. Operating out of her gym, Mata Leon Combat Club in Paramount, California, Drea has cultivated an incredible, safe space dedicated exclusively to female fighters. She shares how hosting women-only sparring events—closed to men with very few exceptions—has grown exponentially, drawing over 50+ Nak Muay women from all across California to test their skills and sharpen one another.Whether you're a seasoned female Nak Muay, an aspiring fighter, or just love a story of relentless perseverance, this is an episode you don't want to miss!Are you pulling up to the next Muay Thai Mamis sparring event at Mata Leon Combat Club? If so tap in with Drea below and stay update for the next event.Muay Thai Mamis https://www.instagram.com/muaythaimamis/Dreas ig https://www.instagram.com/dreaadank/tagged/#MuayThai #MuayThaiMamis #AndreaPelcastre #MataLeonCombatClub #CaliforniaSoberPodcast #Moe #NakMuay #FemaleFighters #WomensMuayThai #ACLRecovery #ParamountCA #CombatSports