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    If I Didn't Discover Jiu-Jitsu, I'd Be Dead From A Heart Attack! | Daniel Gonzalez's Weight Loss Story
    Losing weight and staying disciplined can be a difficult pursuit, but when you have support from others and an ambitious desire to improve your health, it can make it a little easier. Remember that we are all fighting different battles and it's important to help those in need. Daniel Gonzalez is someone that is sacrificing his comfort for the happiness of his family and his own health. He is willing to share his story in hopes it can help someone else going through similar experiences. Health is very important as there are loved ones that depend and care about you. I hope you all take the necessary steps to ensure your longevity. This is a great read for those that are struggling to find the motivation to continue with their fitness goals. Learn about how he uses jiu-jitsu as a tool to help him lose weight and save his life from a dangerous lifestyle made disease. 
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    Jiu-Jitsu Helped Me Quit My Addictions ~ Raul Chavez's BJJ Story (Project X Guard)

    From addiction to witnessing domestic violence and more, Raul Chavez is someone that changed his circumstances through his kind-spirit and is using his passions of Jiu-Jitsu to help others do the same. Please take the time to learn about a positive story within Raul and his work as his message is something that needs to be heard.

    This article also features highlights of the Project X Guard Fundraising tournament Raul Chavez put together. Make sure to check out this article for an inspiring story from a dedicated BJJ practitioner as well as action-packed video of the Jiu-Jitsu competition.

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    Jebidiah Osborn

    Being a savage does not mean you can't be kind-hearted and charitable as well. Jebidiah Osborn is a great example of this as he is very disciplined and crushes his workouts yet still has the will to create a charity drive that'll benefit the youth.

    Through his own personal experiences and trauma, he's now using those lessons to try and aid others in need, proving that no matter how terrible of a place you came from, you can always make a difference. Get to know the man that's on a mission to supply underprivileged children with the educational supplies that they needed to create a stable foundation for their future.

    Submission Shark will be donating all proceeds from our backpack collection towards Jebidiah's initiative. Check out our full collection and learn more about how you can help.

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    Zac Cunningham's Jiu-Jitsu Story ~ From Being Bullied To Being An Inspiration

    From hating those "Stupid Pajama Pants" to inspiring others to try them on, Zac Cunningham managed to find tremendous self-growth through Jiu-Jitsu. After being bullied, he was introduced to BJJ and continued to work towards his new goal of being the best version of himself. It's amazing to see how much of a transformation its made for him. This is a great read for anyone that wants to become an instructor, been a victim of bullying, or is just a fan of Gracie jiu-jitsu!

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    How A Mother's Idea Turned Into A Passion and A Way of Life | Josh Mckinney's Jiu-Jitsu Story
    Sometimes mothers really do know what's best. From not having a desire to train BJJ, to becoming an instructor himself, Josh Mckinney proves that attempting pursuits outside of your comfort zone can dramatically change your life for the better. It's exciting to see how he gained some amazing friends and confidence through this art. Check out the full article for a light-hearted and fun take on an art form that has helped many practitioners become the best versions of themselves.
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