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E199 | Why You Shouldn’t Regret Starting Jiu-Jitsu Later in Life
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In this episode of Tapped In, David Figueroa-Martinez tackles the common phrase spoken by many martial artists: "I wish I started this when I was younger." Drawing from his personal journey of starting Jiu-Jitsu at age 30, David reframes the narrative around starting late. He discusses how starting as a mature adult provides the emotional intelligence, gratitude, and mental resilience required to stick with the sport long-term—qualities that younger practitioners often lack. Rather than dwelling on "what ifs," David explains why Jiu-Jitsu arrives exactly when you need it most.
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