The Joe Rogan Experience JRE MMA Show #127 with Mikey Musumeci
Jul 20, 2022
In this engaging discussion, Mikey Musumeci, a five-time world champion Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, shares insights into the sport's evolution and the importance of technique over brute strength. He delves into his unique diet, emphasizing how pasta fuels his training, and discusses the mental challenges of weight cutting. Mikey reveals his personal growth through teaching, the strategic mind games in competition, and the joy he finds in the sport. He also reflects on the healing power of nature during his recovery from COVID-19.
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Multiple COVID Infections
- Mikey Musumeci had COVID-19 two or three times, with Delta being the worst.
- Despite being vaccinated three times, he experienced severe symptoms, including difficulty walking.
Move to Singapore
- Mikey Musumeci moved to Singapore to train at Evolve MMA and be closer to Chatri Sityodtong.
- He was inspired by Chatri's vision for martial arts and the future of jiu-jitsu.
Learning Portuguese
- Mikey Musumeci taught himself Portuguese using Google Translate and interactions with Brazilians.
- He learned slang from different regions by consistently conversing with native speakers.