The BJJ Foxcast Episode 99 with Alex Martinez

This week we have a special episode, with Stephen (the producer and reels guy) interviewing Alex! For those looking for Alex's backstory, this is the episode for you! As always, Tojo is here too. Alex Martinez is a First Degree BJJ Black Belt under Paul Nava, the owner of Ares East Mesa Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and the host of The BJJ Foxcast. Alex "Tojo" Kray is a BJJ Black Belt under Paul Nava and an instructor at Ares Arizona BJJ. Stephen Shackelford is a BJJ Blue Belt under Alex Martinez and an entrepreneur. 00:00 - Start 00:01 - BJJ Foxcast TImeline 07:59 - Family Background and Entrepreneurship 19:37 - Cultural Perspective Through Travel 23:29 - Friendships and Life Changes 33:44 - Military Career and Life on Ships 43:41 - Life on a Naval Ship 51:32 - Memorable Ports 54:33 - Lessons Learned From Navy Mentor 01:05:34 - Bud's Training Challenges and Successes 01:12:03 - Navy SEAL Hell Week Training 01:22:16 - Navy SEAL Hell Week Experience 01:33:37 - Overcoming Failure Through Jiu-Jitsu 01:36:49 - Embracing Failure and Perseverance 01:44:00 - Career Choices and Recalling to Duty 01:47:46 - Reserves, Armory, and 9-11 Impact 01:57:06 - Career Transition and Stability 02:03:09 - Endurance Sports Journey and Health Challenges 02:11:45 - Jiu-Jitsu Community and Growth 02:20:14 - Jiu-Jitsu Dedication and Academy Journey 02:32:09 - Friendship Bond Through Shared Adventures 02:36:52 - Empowering Women in Jiu-Jitsu