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A Fighter's Heart
One Man's Journey Through the World of Fighting
Book • 2007
In this book, Sam Sheridan recounts his epic journey into the world of professional fighting.
Starting in 1999, after a series of adventurous jobs around the world, Sheridan indulged in his long-dormant obsession with fighting.
He trained with the greatest fighter in muay Thai history in Bangkok, faced Olympic boxers, Brazilian jiu-jitsu stars, and Ultimate Fighting champions.
The book provides an insightful look at violence as a career and a spectator sport, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse of athletes at the peak of their game.
It is a combination of gonzo journalism and participatory sports writing, detailing what it's like to reach the peak of finely disciplined personal aggression.
Starting in 1999, after a series of adventurous jobs around the world, Sheridan indulged in his long-dormant obsession with fighting.
He trained with the greatest fighter in muay Thai history in Bangkok, faced Olympic boxers, Brazilian jiu-jitsu stars, and Ultimate Fighting champions.
The book provides an insightful look at violence as a career and a spectator sport, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse of athletes at the peak of their game.
It is a combination of gonzo journalism and participatory sports writing, detailing what it's like to reach the peak of finely disciplined personal aggression.
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Andrew Huberman in the context of the intimacy and bodily exchange involved in sparring.
Andrew Huberman in the context of the intimacy and bodily exchange involved in sparring.
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#393 – Andrew Huberman: Relationships, Drama, Betrayal, Sex, and Love
Mentioned by Andrew Huberman , referencing a quote about the importance of accepting one's current age and stage of life.
Andrew Huberman , referencing a quote about the importance of accepting one's current age and stage of life.
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Create Your Ideal Future Using Science-Based Protocols | Ari Wallach
Mentioned by Andrew Huberman while discussing his experience with fighting and reflecting on his life choices.
Andrew Huberman while discussing his experience with fighting and reflecting on his life choices.
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Andrew Huberman, Ph.D.
