Alex Enriquez is a jiu-jitsu black belt, ADCC Trials champ, and former All-American wrestler with a story every serious athlete should hear. The journey includes starting jiu-jitsu at age 11, switching gyms with maturity and grace, overcoming multiple injuries, and learning how to train smarter, not just harder.This episode dives into what it takes to become a world-class competitor while maintaining mental health, proper recovery, and long-term performance. If you’re navigating burnout, injury, or the emotional rollercoaster of elite training, this conversation is gold.Timestamps + Headlines:00:00 – From Alpharetta to ADCC: Meet Alex Enriquez01:06 – Day One Competitor: How Jiu-Jitsu Became a Lifestyle03:36 – Switching Gyms Without Burning Bridges07:16 – Managing Anxiety and Building a Champion’s Mindset09:49 – The Competition Routine That Reduces Adrenaline Dumps11:56 – Lessons from Overtraining and Career-Threatening Injuries13:39 – How a Pro Athlete Team Was Built (PT, S&C, Nutrition, MFR)17:15 – Trigger Point Dry Needling, Ice Baths, and Recovery Routines19:57 – The Bucket Handle Tear That Changed Everything25:29 – Rebuilding After Surgery and Restoring Confidence26:32 – What’s Next: West Coast ADCC Trials and Elite PrepLinks & Resources:Follow Alex on Instagram: @aenriquez218If you got something out of this episode, please rate, follow, and leave a review! Share it with a friend, a teammate, or anyone who’s trying to build a bulletproof body and mind. I appreciate you all—see you on the next one!To learn more about Dr. Megan Jimenez, check out her website: doctorjiujitsu.com

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