“What the f*** are you doing?” I look my fighter in the eyes as I pull out his mouthpiece between the second and final round of the fight. He says “ok.” I know he understands….
Posts Published by Kristen
Throat Punch Thursday: Does Kristen Have Grace? plus My Favorite Episodes for Women’s History Month
Throat Punch Thursday: Does Kristen Have Grace? Well, I like to think so. But my trainer partners in Kali/FMA class might think otherwise. Even though I am a woman I am not known for…
Throat Punch Thursday: This is Valentines Day!
About this Episode: This is Sparta! Well. No it’s Throat Punch Thursday but I was close. It’s almost Valentine’s Day and nothing screams romantic than the worlds most famous push kick, ancient Sparta, and a…
Throat Punch Thursday: Getting Unwanted Attention?
About this episode: In this weeks episode of Throat Punch Thursday I teach the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu hand chop. But honestly, who doesn’t love a hand chop? I know I love a hand chop! Whether…
DeBruyckerland: A Review of 2017
We are almost done with January of 2018 and I’m already thinking about next month’s goals. See I’m a very goal-oriented person. If I don’t have something to work towards its hard for me to…
Foodjitsu Fridays: Tips for Trouble Shooting Whole30
So the first week of my Whole30 is almost in the books and I’ve had some friends and family who were asking me questions about the Whole30 and tips for being successful. So I decided…
“A Black Belt is a White Belt That Never Quit”: My Journey to Black Belt
On December 20th 2017 I had the honor of testing for Black Belt under Master Pedro Sauer. I passed and am now a black belt in Gracie Jiu Jitsu under Master Pedro Sauer. It was…
Gifts for Grapplers: Elite Sports Review
Looking for the perfect gift for the grappler in your life? Then look no further than Elite Sports! I have been using their gear for the last year and I am very happy with it….
Throat Punch Thursday Episode 28: Holiday Shopping Survival Guide
Thanksgiving is over and the holiday season has officially begun. Have you got all your shopping done? Frankly, I haven’t even started but that’s what Amazon prime is for. But for some of you who are brave enough…
Throat Punch Thursday Episode 27: Thanksgiving Safety Tips
What are you thankful for? Is it family? Unnecessary amounts of eating? Football? Or is it all of the above? Or least it appears to be that way based on the holiday of Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving…