Breathe
A Life in Flow
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Fred Sanders
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From legendary Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA master Rickson Gracie comes a riveting, insightful memoir that weaves together the story of Gracie’s stunning career with the larger history of the Gracie family dynasty, showing how the connection between mind and body can be harnessed for success both inside and outside the ring.
Undefeated from the late 1970s through his final fight in the Tokyo Dome in 2000, Rickson Gracie amassed hundreds of victories in the street, on the mat, at the beach, and in the ring. He has joined the pantheon that includes Bruce Lee, Chuck Norris, and Jackie Chan as one of the most famous martial artists of the twentieth century. Jiu-Jitsu, the fighting style developed and pioneered by his family, has become one of the world’s most prominent martial arts, and Vale Tudo, the “anything goes” style of Brazilian street fighting over which the Gracies had a monopoly, was an early precursor to the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Simply put, without the Gracie family, there would be no sport of ‘MMA’, no 4-billion-dollar UFC empire, and no ‘Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu’ at strip malls all across America.
In Breathe, for the first time, Rickson will share the full story of how his father and uncles came to develop Jiu-Jitsu, what it was like to grow up among several generations of world-renowned fighters from the Gracie clan, and the principles and skills that guided him to his undefeated record. From learning to assert himself on the streets of Rio to gaining fame and honour in Japan and emerging through heartbreaking tragedy, the martial arts master shares tales of overcoming challenges, extolling universal virtues and showing readers how pride and ego are the enemies of success. With never-before-seen photos and profound insights into the sport and way of life that only a studied legend can provide, Breathe is an entertaining and magnified view of an enduring legacy as well as an inspiring tale of weathering life’s complexities and overcoming them with style and grace.
©2021 Rickson Gracie, Jacko Willink (P)2021 HarperCollins Publishers LimitedWhat listeners say about Breathe
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- Adam
- 12-10-2021
This was a great read.
I do practice jiu-jitsu, so it was good to read about one of the founders. I wasn't expecting the twists and turns, the themes of toxic masculinity, misogyny, infidelity, drug use. But I loved it. This book is made better by the lessons learned around it and I'm grateful to have read it.
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- La N.
- 25-01-2022
A marshal art story for non-martial artist!
A autobiography full of psychology, cultural history of Brazil USA & Japan, dealing with fame fortune and breakdown, upholding strong family traditions and setting up expectations for next generation yet also drastically shifting away from many of the previous generation's social standards by globalising & modernising. Written with heart felt authenticity and refreshing clarity. The performance of Fred Sanders is impeccable, it was an easy and fast read/listen!
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- Ryan Jones
- 26-09-2021
A great listen
I really enjoyed listening to Rickson’s story of his life so far, he is undoubtedly a brilliant master of the art and the recount of his experiences provide some real insights to the man. I only wish I knew him personally as I’d happily sit and talk to him for hours on end!
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- Anonymous User
- 22-08-2021
You roll? You listen.
If you roll, you gotta listen to this. Get on Rickson's hollercoaster (joke) ride. Up and down, with a super smooth finish.
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- Cooper Oscarfono
- 16-10-2021
wow what a man, what a life!
touching, inspiring, and entertaining.
by far the best biography i’ve ingested thus far.
i was on the fence between this and another title and i’m so pleased to have chosen this.
you are a great human Rickson!
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- Amazon Customer
- 09-02-2022
Inspirational
While I do not agree with every spiritual and family decision that Rickson made, his dedication to his martial art showed me just how effective it can be for whole of life development and well-being. Not many people can be a champion like him. But all can learn to better themselves through his teaching.
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- Anonymous User
- 11-02-2022
Rickson Gracie, Raw and unapologetic
Breathe is the best autobiographical book I've read and listened to in many years. Rickson Gracie, the Goat of modern Jiu Jitsu and MMA with his armour off and guard down. I couldn't put this one down, recommended to anyone who trains or not. 5 stars all round 👌👌👌👌
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- Anonymous User
- 22-02-2022
Inspiring
Inspiring true story about a fighter who have won many battles in different aspects of life.
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- mitch brown
- 03-05-2022
inspiring
really enjoyed this, the experiences Rickson had and also the history of Gracie Jiu Jitsu. At times exciting, saddening and funny. highly recommend.
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- Anonymous User
- 27-05-2022
Inspiring
Beautiful. I particularly enjoyed learning more about Helio and Carlos Sr. They were such special and unique people. Thank you to Rickson for sharing his story.
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