Welcome to "The Jiu-Jitsu Mindset" podcast, with your hosts Peter M. Deeley Jr. and Professor Lucas Rubbo. In this episode, we have the pleasure of welcoming Mr. Mark Schultz, a distinguished figure in both wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) circles. While Mark is renowned for his Olympic gold medal and wrestling accomplishments, we aim to explore his unique journey into the world of BJJ and the insights he brings from his diverse grappling background.

Mark Schultz's accolades are well-known, ranging from his gold medal in wrestling to being a two-time world champion and a three-time NCAA champion. However, our focus today is on his journey into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the experiences that have shaped his perspectives.

As our conversation unfolds, Mark shares an intriguing encounter with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legend, Rickson Gracie. This meeting was a pivotal moment in Mark's exploration of BJJ, as he recounts their grappling session and the surprising turn of events. With his wrestling background, Mark grappled with Rickson Gracie, holding him in a cradle for an extended period. He reflects on the fascinating exchange of techniques and the respect he developed for BJJ.

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