Champ Up Chat

After being side-lined for months and being stuck in his own judgements, assumptions, interpretations and limiting beliefs, Chris finally set his ego aside to move forward. And with that decision, still faced a major set-back in preparation to return to the ring. Chris and Sarah dive-in on how becoming aware of patience, building your mental strength and how sometimes not knowing what to do is ok too.

We are all on different paths but one thing is certain, disappointment and hardship are inevitable. Think about your life.  What circumstance are you facing that is testing your resolve with as many obstacles as it can? Know that YOU can adapt, persevere and harness your grit.

In this episode, Chris and Sarah dive back into the Trilogy that kept NYC on its toes. Canada sends their top gun to get the big payback.

Also, listen in on the difference between a healthy vs unhealthy ego and how that it will make you or break you.

Chris talks about how the tough guy mentality can keep you sidelined and what you can do to shift internal beliefs, get out of your comfort zone by realizing it’s time to take ownership and accountability. 

In this week's episode Chris and Sarah flashback to the days when the neighbors to the north crossed the border to attempt to take NYC by storm. After recapping the transition from amateur to pro, they dive into fights that led to a series of fights against a powerhouse camp from Toronto, Canada.

Stepping up the competition will always have it's highs and lows, but that’s what it takes to grow. A huge part of growth is embracing fear and ego, but moving forward accordingly. 

In this episode, Sarah Romulo shares her personal journey as a frustrated and unhappy shop owner in NYC that landed her in a boxing gym that changed everything. From the first time she stepped into the gym to her big moment in the ring, Sarah has a powerful story to tell. Take a trip down memory lane with Sarah as she recounts her past experiences and the lessons she’s learned along the way.

In this episode, we take a trip down memory lane with Chris as he recalls lessons learned from a fight with an unknown UFC superstar. 

“Earning takes much more effort, much struggle. You’ve got to put in the work, however many years, months, weeks and you’ve been working towards something gives you the opportunity to earn the reward.”

Chris earned the WKA North American Muay Thai title in 2004 just after coming home from the  IFMA World Championships held in Thailand. He talks about the whole experience in detail (the bloody shins) and shares what he thinks is the difference between winning and earning something. In this episode, he shares what he felt like when he won against his opponent, Jason Cutbill, and how important humility is in Muay Thai whether during triumphs or losses. Listen in as Chris and Sarah engage in a discourse about the coaching processes and how humility is strength under control.

Slots are still available for grabs in the 21 Day Taste of Grit, a coaching process by Chris Romulo that kicks off on September 20th!   https://crompc.com/21-grit

“Coaching is really absolutely about helping you as an individual and finding the answers within yourself and that comes from deep introspection in your part.”
 
Chris and Sarah talks about Chris’ re-entry into jiujitsu and getting back into Muay Thai as he was able to go to a friend’s gym in North Jersey wherein he’d get close contact with another trainee who tested positive for COVID. Chris emphasizes responsibility during this day and age— taking a week off when you don’t feel fine is the right thing to do especially when it comes to risking the people around you. In this episode, he also shares the difference between being a therapist, a coach, and a trainer. Tune in as they will also talk about their app launching of the grit coaching process on September 20.

“That age-old saying ‘leave your ego at the door’, you will need that ego. When it comes to your health and wellness, you’re going to go in there with your ego— take on this journey with your ego saying, ‘I want to improve myself. When you face challenges and setbacks, you’re not going to let those define you and crush your ambition.”
 
In this week’s Champ Up Chat, Chris and Sarah talk about the time when Chris landed a spot on Team USA for the Muay Thai World Cup in Thailand. He recalls what he went through during the training, the actual fight day; his wins, and his memorable losses that made him the fighter that he is today. Chris also shares his very recent re-entry into jujutsu and what it was like going back to training.

After putting Muay Thai on the back burner to commit himself to fatherhood, Chris walks us through the days that the sport reeled him back in. He decided to jump back in and fully engulf himself as a martial artist and as a role model for his son. He reignited his passion by seeking out a gym in New York City but, again, spent a short time there. His desire to find a coach that aligned with his principles as a Muay Thai fighter fell short and he found himself on his own again.

Finally, an opportunity to become a trainer has led him to create his own program, Metropolis Muay Thai to which he met a very special student that would get him back inside the ring.

In this episode, Chris continues his life story after his victorious Muay Thai debut. Chris narrates what happened when his father figure and coach, Tommy went back to Thailand and left the gym. He then talks about his experiences as a twenty-three-year-old dad and his efforts to break the cycle of his disconnection between him and his father.

This podcast highlights the choices he made between constructive and destructive beliefs, which led Chris to a life of empowerment and growth. Listen in as he talks about being anabolic versus catabolic, as a dad, and how that awareness is vital in our daily decisions.