In this episode of the Super Strength Show Adam benShea takes us on his journey to becoming a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Champion.

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• The secret to success – It may be boring, but it’s necessary!
  
• How to define success and achieve your goals.
  
• The power of believing in yourself when nobody else will.
  
• The importance of a good mentor.
  
• Quit making excuses – You’re the only person responsible for YOUR life.
  
• Overcoming any challenges life throws your way.
  
• The one thing you should not sacrifice in life!
  

Adam BenShea is a Paragon Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Ricardo “Franjinha†Miller. Adam has won gold medals in the California State, Pan American, and World Championships. He has trained martial artists and fighters for competition in Jiu-Jitsu, Submission Grappling, and Mixed Martial Art shows. At present, Adam teaches at Paragon Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Santa Barbara and lectures at the college level in religious studies and political science. A graduate of the University of California Santa Barbara, Adam received his MA from Indiana University and is a PhD candidate at Emory University.

Adam has authored a number of articles related to teaching and training for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and grappling. His writing has been featured on T-Nation, EliteFTS, Texas MMA and a host of physical training Web sites. Along with his best friend and business partner, Josh Bryant, Adam also co-authored the Amazon bestseller, “Jailhouse Strong”.

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Jailhouse Strong by Adam benShea and Josh Bryant

Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl

The True Believer by Eric Hoffer

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Every person that we interview on The Super Strength Show has an opportunity to answer some extra questions that aren’t asked in the podcast. It’s a chance for our listeners to learn a little bit more about our guests and to get even more value from our show. Check out Adam benShea’s answers below!

Can you share one of your habits that contribute to your success in the gym? Drinking lots of water

What are your favourite exercises? Bodyweight circuits, grappling dummy drills, and BJJ drilling

What are your favourite muscle groups to train? Country music and old school rap (Eazy E and Too Short)

What are your favourite pieces of equipment? Pull up bar

What is currently on your workout music playlist? I do Pandora, so it changes

How do you psych up for a workout or set? Focus on my breath.

What was one exercise or routine that gave you great gains in muscle mass and/or strength? Back in the day, lots of bench (close grip, chains, etc.). These days, pull up pyramids

What’s your favourite way to speed up recovery between workouts? Jump in the ocean

What’s your favourite meal? Burrito

What’s your favourite cheat meal and how often do you indulge? Beer. A couple of times a week.

What supplements do you feel work well for you? Omegas

What do you do to relax? Read, bodysurf, or paddle

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