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In this episode of the Stronger is Better Podcast, Nick Delgadillo is interviewed by Hari Fafutis of Tavros Strength in Mexico. Nick describes his approach to physical and mental development through hard physical effort.

The discussion dives into:

•Why building strength is the foundation of self-defense

•The role of martial arts in restoring people’s relationship with controlled violence

•The life-changing value of hard physical effort and skill acquisition

•The importance of setting an example of capability and resilience for your family

Hari and Nick also discuss how strength training and martial arts create more capable, confident people and how that translates into healthier communities.

Timestamps

00:00 – Intro and context of this special episode

02:17 – Nick’s professional development and teaching philosophy

07:40 – Why fighting and martial arts became essential

10:53 – Discovering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and its impact

14:05 – Balancing marriage, career, and physical pursuits

18:13 – Hari’s bar fight wake-up call and pursuit of strength

20:52 – From strength training to self-defense and martial arts

23:34 – Why Jiu-Jitsu is a foundation for self-defense

28:13 – The value of strength as “Phase 0” for capability

31:18 – Ego, hierarchy, and benefits of combat sports

34:36 – Controlled violence and filling the modern void

39:55 – Functional training vs. recreational sports

44:07 – Why hard physical effort builds stronger minds and communities

46:11 – Setting an example for the next generation

47:45 – Final thoughts and next steps in capability development

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