From Combat to the Mat: With Matthew Montgomery

"Send us a text and let us know how we're doing"In this episode of Old Man on the Mat, host Tony Jones speaks with Matthew Montgomery, a Marine combat veteran and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. They discuss Matthew's journey into martial arts, the importance of community and relationships built on the mats, and how Jiu-Jitsu serves as a therapeutic outlet for mental health. Matthew shares his experiences transitioning from military life to civilian life, the challenges of training as an older practitioner, and the significance of cleanliness and respect in Jiu-Jitsu culture. He also emphasizes the importance of giving back to the community, particularly through organizations that support veterans, and discusses his aspirations for the future.Support the showSupport Our Podcast:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/oldmanonthematLike and comment on our social media below:(1) Facebookhttps://x.com/oldmanonthemat1https://www.tiktok.com/@old.man.on.the.mathttps://www.instagram.com/oldmanonthematwww.youtube.com/@oldmanonthematCheck out our AMAZING T-Shirts, Hoodies and Rash Guards @ www.OldManOnTheMat.comsupport us at:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2351260/supportThank you for listening!