Persistence and Perseverance: My 25-Pound Weight Loss Journey

07/16/2012, 8:36 pm Angel Rodriguez 13

Discover how dedication, balanced fitness, and a strict diet helped achieve a 25-pound weight loss in 12 weeks. Learn effective weight training, cardio routines, and the importance of moderation and mindset for lasting health and fitness at any age.

Josia Cotto: Community Remembers Brave 6-Year-Old’s Battle

06/18/2012, 12:51 pm Angel Rodriguez 0

Offering heartfelt condolences to Monique Rodriguez and the Cotto family on the loss of Josia Cotto, a brave young boy who passed from brain cancer. Support and prayers are welcome. Learn more and show support at alifeforjosia.blogspot.com. God bless Josia’s memory.

Teen Tanning Booth Risks: Skin Cancer and Rule Violations

05/23/2012, 2:15 pm Angel Rodriguez 0

Teenagers using tanning salons face a 70% higher skin cancer risk. Despite age restrictions and parental consent laws, some salons violate these rules. Protect youth by choosing reputable salons and understanding tanning risks. Learn how stricter penalties aim to prevent illegal underage tanning.

Eggs: High-Protein, Affordable & Easy to Cook

05/13/2012, 1:30 pm Angel Rodriguez 2

Eggs are a nutrient-packed, protein-rich food that’s affordable and easy to prepare. Perfect for athletes and health enthusiasts, they can be cooked in various ways to suit any meal. Incorporate eggs into your diet for a versatile, healthy, and convenient nutrition boost.

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Some time ago, I wrote a post saying I wasn’t completely comfortable with my wife training jiu jitsu with men. The reaction from many practitioners was intense. I was called insecure, and some people insisted that abuse simply doesn’t happen in the BJJ community.

Since then, I’ve seen more and more posts and discussions acknowledging that jiu jitsu has had issues with grooming and abuse, and that these problems have existed for years. It’s been interesting to watch that shift. When I first shared my concerns, a lot of higher belts and experienced practitioners dismissed my perspective. Now, many of those same types of voices openly recognize that these problems are real.

That contrast is hard to ignore. I talk about it in more detail in episode 116.

I saw something similar during my time in the military. In environments that are heavily male dominated, with very few women, the risk of misconduct can increase. My concerns were never about insecurity. They were about awareness, caution, and looking out for the people I care about.

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Episode 116 – BJJ Safety, Abuse Concerns, and Changing Attitudes in the Jiu Jitsu Community

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