From Pastime to Pro: Andrew Capurro’s
Muay Thai Journey
In this episode of The Superhuman Blueprint Podcast, host Drew Griesel speaks with professional Muay Thai fighter Andrew Capurro. Andrew shares his journey from training at Pacific Ring Sports in Oakland, California to becoming a full-time fighter in Phuket, Thailand. He touches on the transition from amateur to professional fighting, the rigorous training regimens, the challenges of finding fights in the U.S., and his experiences living and fighting in Thailand. The discussion also delves into the mental and physical demands of long-term fighting. Additionally, Andrew talks about the fluctuating popularity of combat sports and his future plans in Muay Thai. The episode emphasizes perseverance and mutual encouragement to pursue one's dreams in the face of adversity.
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Show Notes
00:55 Reconnecting with Old Training Partners
01:59 Training and Competing in Thailand
02:10 Kion Supplements: Sponsored Segment - $20 off your first order of $80 or more
03:54 The Evolution of Muay Thai Training
07:30 The Transition from Amateur to Professional Fighting
18:35 The Challenges and Rewards of Professional Fighting
22:04 The Growth of Muay Thai in the U.S.
25:54 The Art and Technique of Muay Thai
34:14 Fairtex Fight Gear: Sponsored Segment
35:14 RingConn Smart Ring: Sponsored Segment
37:01 Exploring Other Combat Sports: Lethwei Experience
37:46 Introduction to Lethwei and Brutal Fights
41:05 Going Pro and Teaching at the Gym
42:36 Transition to Full-Time Muay Thai
45:44 Moving to Thailand for Better Opportunities
53:58 Adapting to Life and Training in Thailand
58:53 Recent Fight and Future Plans
01:10:32 Reflections and Closing Thoughts
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