Champ Up Chat

Ever walked into something thinking you had it all figured out… only to get smacked in the face—literally or metaphorically?

In this episode, we’re talking about that awkward training partner we all …

We’ve all been there—pushing hard, staying locked in, and then… hitting a wall.  So how do you build real discipline without running yourself into the ground?

In this episode, we’re breaking down fiv…

Let's start the New Year strong! Listen in as Sarah and I talk about what most people get wrong about being a champion. 

We dive into resilience—the backbone of navigating life’s set-backs and knockd…

Yo, Adrian!!

We’re diving headfirst into the illusion of perfection and why it’s time to stop waiting for the “right moment.” In this episode, we reflect on lessons learned from The Rocky Run half-ma…

After a long hiatus since July 2023, we're back in action! In this episode, we dive into what kept us away, from burnout to a whirlwind of travel and speaking engagements. We also open up about Chris…

“It is such an odd thing to see your father and a stranger wrapped up into one person.”

-unknown

In this week’s episode of Champ Up Chat, we delve into the complex topic of father trauma. Chris share…

Welcome to another exciting episode of Champ Up Chat! In today's installment, we delve into an unexpected aspect of Muay Thai as we explore Chris's greatest frustrations as a competitor, referee, and…

Episode 54

Sarah and I are back on today with our new Champ Up Chat Q&A session. We took a few questions from you guys and gave our best thoughts and insights on how to address whatever challenges th…

Episode 53

Today, our guest is Eddie "Silky Smooth" Abasolo, a passionate fighter who has been through it all and truly emodoies the Fall 7 times, Stand up 8 philosophy. Eddie shares his unique persp…

Ep 52- How To Smile No Matter What

Sarah took the day off so that I could chat with an individual who is the epitome of what it means to live as a champion, John Esposito Jr.

On December 20th, 2021…

We took almost a year off and completely missed sitting in the dungeon and sharing the Champ Up word!

We share what it's like to shadowbox on the altar, breakdance with a bunch of 5th graders, and …

Welcome to Episode 50 of Champ Up Chat!

Being a champion isn't for the chosen few. Being a champion is for the few that choose.

In this episode, Sarah and I talked about how self-talk has created you…

"A dream is your creative vision for your life in the future. A goal is what specifically you intend to make happen. Dreams and goals should be just out of your present reach but not out of sight. Dr…

We're back!

Today's episode was a bit choppy in the beginning for about 40 sec but all smooth sailing after that as we chat about vision boarding. 

It is a technique we used to build the life that we…

Today on the Champ Up Chat, Sarah and I, discuss one of the most vital components to deep health, fitness and overall quality of life.

Sleep.

Yes, it's important for proper rest and recovery from a l…

In today's episode, Sarah and I talk about a concept we all are familiar with, but tend to forget about, especially when it comes to creating "positive" change in our world.

We tend to think of karma…

Fate is what life brings to you. Destiny is what you bring to life.-Will Craig

Common belief is that fate and destiny are one in the same because most people aren't into semantics. You don't have to …

We're back!

Took a week off to re-group but we are glad to be back on track.

In today's episode we chat about 2 ways that we can all bring some primal well-being into our lives. Grounding and forest …

This week on the Champ Up Chat, I had the privilege of talking to retired Muay Thai Champion, well-respected Muay Thai commentator, and Founder of The Muay Thai Project. 

We talk about his journey of…