Everyone works on their own time. I wouldn’t get into the habit of comparing with others as we all have different life situations and realities. For example, I started at 23 and am 29 now, training once usually twice a day, just about everyday. Factor in the fact that I’m single, no kids, and have had a favorable work/school situation that allows my schedule to accommodate this. I’ve had people ask how I’m moving up this fast, the honest answer is I’ve turned down a lot of dates, social events, blew off friends, had back surgery, watched ungodly amounts of video, sacrificed professional development much to the chagrin of my family (at least, slowing down professional development to train all the god damn time) and put EVERY LAST PENNY of expendable income I have on Bjj seminars, tournaments, dvds, bjj books, or the occasional private lesson, all in the hopes that within a few years I’ll be able to have a sustainable income doing something I love. My closet is stuffed with gi’s And rash guards, whereas my wardrobe is very basic; T-shirt’s shorts underwear and socks, none of which I’ve bought new for years. There are sacrifices people don’t hear or know about even. At the end of the day, look to now to change, don’t look toward yesterday. Show up, show up, and when you’re tired and can’t train, still show up and watch. Stuff your brain with jiu jitsu and make it a priority.
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