Jocko Podcast 402: Discipline, Dedication, Hard Work, and Winning. With 3x NCAA Wrestling Champion and UFC Fighter, Bo Nickal
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Sep 6, 2023 Bo Nickal, a three-time NCAA champion wrestler turned UFC fighter, shares his inspiring journey from wrestling to mixed martial arts. He reveals how discipline and hard work shaped his success and discusses the impact of family support on athletic pursuits. The conversation highlights the importance of balancing sports with education and the mental toughness needed for high-stress competitions. Nickal also candidly reflects on personal experiences, including an amusing skateboard incident that tested his resilience and preparation for the UFC.
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J Rob Wrestling Camp
- Jocko Willink's son attended J Rob Intensive Wrestling Camp, founded by decorated wrestler and Vietnam veteran Jay Robinson.
- The camp emphasizes the "J7" fundamentals: discipline, dedication, sacrifice, hard work, responsibility, accountability, and service.
Bo Nickal's Background
- Bo Nickal, a rising UFC fighter, is a three-time NCAA wrestling champion with an impressive college record.
- He transitioned to MMA with a 5-0 record, achieving all first-round stoppages.
Bo's Parents Meeting
- Bo Nickal was born in Colorado, where his parents, a wrestling coach and basketball player, met.
- His father's first job was at his mother's high school, orchestrated by the principal.