I'm a Blue Belt Ya'll...

It's been just shade over 17 months since the first time I was coaxed to set foot on the mat last year. I've learned a lot of lessons in that time, not just lessons in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu technique, but I've also learned about myself.
I came off the couch to train BJJ. In the beginning I was in terrible shape, and I was not working out in any capacity. Just 17 months later I am training 4 times a week, and thanks to the confidence in my physical well being I just ran the 10 mile 2011 Tough Mudder CO at Beaver Creek. 10 miles up the side of a ski mountain at 11,000 feet- climbing over 12 ft walls, running through the mud, swimming in 32 degree water... It is the kind of challenge I'd have shrugged off a few years ago, but can do today because I have stopped being a "Dreamer", and have become a "Doer". I feel stronger, better than ever before and I can seriously thank BJJ, my Professors, Coaches, and training partners for showing me a way to get where I've always wanted to be.
The fighter I am today could tie the man I was into knots. I am finally an athlete again, and it feels SO GOOD!!!