About this episode
Tom Halpin is an Irish born BJJ black belt under Roberto "Cyborg" Abreu. Tom is the 2019 ADCC Euro Trials champion and Combat Jiu-Jitsu Champion. Tom discusses his travels from Ireland to Miami and how the training in Miami impacted his development and lead to earning his Black Belt. Tom also shares his mentality for competing, using inspiration from other sports for strength training, the recent No-Gi Polaris Squads event he competed in and his upcoming Polaris title fight at the Gi Polaris Squads event, his preferred rule set, the uniqueness of the ADCC and why its the most difficult tournament to win, the importance of a positive self-image, and how to achieve your best performance in competition. Check out Tom's upcoming Polaris Title Fight on UFC Fight Pass on November 7th. Thanks to our podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to www.charlottesweb.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Check out exclusive podcast interviews and conversations, videos, and tons more at www.patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast