Ep 284: Water Con w/ MMA Fighter/Deep End Fitness guru Maki Pitolo

Welcome back to the team room! Are you ready to dig deep into the psychology of water confidence and training with a true professional? Well, buckle up for this weeks riveting episode of the Ones Ready podcast.

In this episode, Maki Pitolo, a professional MMA fighter and co-founder of Deep End Fitness, shares his journey into MMA and the importance of breath control and mindset in his training. He discusses the transition from football to MMA and the mentors who inspired him. Maki also explains the benefits of Deep End Fitness, a program that focuses on water confidence and breath work. He emphasizes the importance of breathing through the nose and shares techniques for managing anxiety and stress. Maki highlights the positive impact Deep End Fitness has on mental acuity and stress management.

In this conversation, Maki Pitolo shares his journey from being a kickboxer to becoming a coach and mentor at Deep End Fitness. He emphasizes the importance of mental preparation and never giving up on oneself. Maki offers advice for those who are starting something new and may lack confidence.

Takeaways:

Transitioning from one sport to another requires dedication and a strong mindset.

Breath control and mindset are crucial in MMA and other aspects of life.

Deep End Fitness helps improve water confidence and breath work.

Breathing through the nose has numerous benefits, including calming the body and improving oxygen intake.

Focusing on the positive and overcoming setbacks is essential for growth and success. Know that there will be failures, but never give up on yourself.

Seek mentorship and guidance from those who have gone through a similar journey.

Embrace mental preparation and constantly work on improving yourself.

Don't be afraid to ask for help and support from others.

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