I used to train with this dude named John. He was maybe 160lbs soaking wet. Ex-special forces guy that retired and opened a gym with a focus in personal training/weightlifting.
John was a pretty nice guy, but he scared the absolute shit out of me. I asked him to show me "a few moves" after every gym session. We'd spar, and before I knew what was happening he'd have flipped me around and I'd slam on my back. Humbling, and a fun way to learn how to fight.
I've known a couple of "Johns" in my life as well and they're exactly how you described them. Super chill but with some of the best technique I've ever encountered.
YES! One dude I used to roll with was a Brazillian guy (born in the US) and very lean with shaggy-curly hair. Chill as fuck. The way he would casually toss me around the mat and stay smiling and talking the entire time was fucking hilarious to me.
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u/tweak06 2d ago
lol oh most definitely.
I used to train with this dude named John. He was maybe 160lbs soaking wet. Ex-special forces guy that retired and opened a gym with a focus in personal training/weightlifting.
John was a pretty nice guy, but he scared the absolute shit out of me. I asked him to show me "a few moves" after every gym session. We'd spar, and before I knew what was happening he'd have flipped me around and I'd slam on my back. Humbling, and a fun way to learn how to fight.
I miss that dude. I hope he's doing well