MindFlow Movement

Striking might be my comfort zone, but stepping onto the mats? That’s a different lesson begins. 🥋🥊 A few years ago, I dedicated a day each week to private lessons in BJJ with @zukabjj , whose team @beedubs_24 and @mareknowakbjj are now teaching @spartan_striking_academy Striking Academy, where I coach boxing. Fast forward to now, I’m back on the mats after some time away and it feels amazing to roll again. Funny enough, training BJJ has made me a better striker, coach, and person. It’s humbling when you can’t rely on punches or kicks to get you through. 😜 There’s something about the balance of discipline, adaptability, and problem-solving in jiu-jitsu that carries over into every part of life. It sharpens your mind, improves your movement, and reminds you that growth comes from stepping outside your comfort zone. Whether you’re boxing, grappling, or tackling life’s challenges, the lessons are the same: stay present, stay humble, and keep learning. Have you ever stepped into a new discipline that changed your perspective? Let me know below!

Want to punch harder and move faster? Start with your body’s sling system. 🥊🔥 The human body is built for power and efficiency, the sling system those diagonal lines of muscle and fascia connecting your shoulders to your hips is at the core of it all. By training with resistance bands, you strengthen this natural connection, creating tension that translates to speed and power in your punches. Never heard of the sling system? You use it every day, even something as simple as walking engages it. This system isn’t just for boxing—it’s essential for combat sports, athletics, and even daily movements. Strengthen your sling system, and you’ll move better, perform stronger, and punch harder. If you want to learn more, I’d be happy to share what I know. Let’s take your training to the next level. 💪🏽 . . . . . . . . . . . #CoachPete #mindflowmovement #PersonalTrainer #boxing #MuayThai #bjj #martialartists #BoxingCoach #NeverStopLearning #SlingSystem #PunchingPower #SpeedAndStrength #CombatSports #FunctionalTraining #StrengthInConnection #TrainLikeAnAthlete

Think you know it all? That’s when you’ve already lost. 🥊 Boxing teaches us that the moment you stop learning, you stop growing and that’s when you get left behind. Every round, every bag session, every challenge is a chance to improve, adapt, and evolve. The same goes for life. Growth isn’t about knowing everything; it’s about staying open, humble, and willing to learn. The best fighters—and the best people—are always students. Keep your hands up, stay curious, and never stop working on the next version of yourself. 💪🏽 . . . . . . . #CoachPete #mindflowmovement #PersonalTrainer #boxing #MuayThai #bjj #martialartists #BoxingCoach #BoxingLife #NeverStopLearning #HeavyBagTraining #ConstantGrowth #AlwaysAStudent #KeepEvolving #ChallengeAndLearn

Axe throwing

Axe throwing was an interesting experience. There are few things that make a good throw. Foot and Hand placement when you start, using your body as a unit and the follow through. Like in life, the way you start and your follow through usually determines your success in business, relationships and/or your fitness goals. Without the follow through, without the daily commitment to take the steps that will bring you closer to your goals. You will be unsuccessful. So once you start commit to the follow through and within time you will hit your target 🎯.

9:30 am boxing class

#tbt to when all I did was teach at @revmma morning, noon and night! Those were good times, it was a great learning experience. I went from competitor to coach to Martial artist. I learned a lot there about myself and how to relate to others. I’ve learned even more since then but will be forever grateful for what that place taught me. Side note: It’s crazy how camera quality has increased over the years. I used to think this was high quality 😂.

Darth Vader

Even Darth Vader needs to train! 😉 Hope everyone had a safe and happy Halloween weekend!

Some hump day Shenanigans. This might be played out, but I couldn’t resist. For those that know me, have trained with me or taken one of my classes you know what this about. Happy Wednesday! #coachpetemfm #mindflowmovement

Big Clap

I love this move, The Big Clap. I learned it years ago, I have used it with my clients and myself many times as part of a warm-up. It is also good for counteracting the slouching a lot of us do while sitting. It helps to open up your chest while coordinating breath with movement. Here is how you do it: Start with feet shoulder-width apart, have arms straight in front of you at shoulder height, palms together, fingers pointed forward. As you inhale open your arms, spreading them apart squeezing your shoulder blades together and pointing your thumbs back (behind you). Show your heart. Exhale, bringing your arms together into a big clap. *Option: Start with knees bent as you inhale. Straighten out your legs as your arms open up. Relax your knees to a slight bend when you exhale and your arms come back together. Give it a shot!

Explosive

Adding Explosive movements into your workouts that test your strength and speed, can improve physical performance. It also may reduce your risk of injury during activities that involve quick burst of acceleration and fast angle changes like in martial arts and field sports. In this clip: 1️⃣ I begin in a high lunge position. 2️⃣ Then I explode up scissoring my legs and arms. 3️⃣ Landing back in the position I started in. The goal is not to burn yourself when doing explosive movements. Take ample rest in between sets, keep your reps low to 5 or lower. If your form starts to break down perform fewer reps or take longer breaks in between. Don't forget to work both sides 😉. Enjoy!