“Threw me to the ground and got me in a headlock,” Joe Rogan reveals real life ‘as*-kicking’ that sparked interest for wrestling
Joe Rogan speaks on how getting caught in a headlock led him to wrestle in self-defense.
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UFC commentator and podcaster Joe Rogan is highly skilled and trained in various martial arts. He has talked about his experiences with street fights on his podcast. He has said that he has been in a few fights in his life, but he has always tried to avoid them. During an episode of “The Joe Rogan Experience” podcast, Rogan spoke about the fight that got him into wrestling.
Rogan was asked by fellow podcaster and standup comic Robert Kelly if he ever got beaten up during a street fight. Rogan revealed that he tried to avoid street fights but has gotten into some during high school. He said, “One time, this dude grabbed me in a headlock and threw me to the ground. I felt helpless”. Rogan said that the helplessness was the reason that he started to wrestle, which led to him being introduced to the UFC.
He also said that he traveled worldwide from age fifteen to twenty, competing in various competitions. He holds a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and has studied kickboxing, taekwondo, and wrestling. Rogan’s understanding of martial arts has aided him in his career as a pundit. He has spoken about street fights and the dangers of getting into one on his podcast multiple times.
Rogan is a controversial personality, but he is also one of the most influential figures in the MMA Community. He has contributed to the sport’s popularity and made it more accessible to a larger audience. Rogan is a legitimate MMA specialist and an excellent asset to the UFC.
Joe Rogan talks about physical fitness and technique
Due to his martial arts background, Rogan has always been physically fit. He uses a combination of weight lifting, yoga, and a balanced diet to maintain his strong figure. His muscles are clearly defined, and his body fat percentage is low. Rogan discussed his fitness journey and offered guidance to people who are hesitant about exercise.
He revealed that Yoga has been a massive part of his fitness journey. Rogan believes young people should try older techniques such as Yoga and breathing exercises. He has a rigorous fitness routine that also consists of “Hot Yoga,” performing Yoga at higher temperatures to sweat. Rogan has warned fans about doing Hot Yoga for prolonged periods.
Expecting the same outcomes without putting in the same level of work is unrealistic. However, Rogan’s fitness journey may motivate anybody improve their health and fitness.
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