My Modern Renaissance

•Jits•Kicks•Eats•Beats•

[vinzlarock]

Jeff Glover dropping some knowledge tonight at Cobra Kai Jiu-Jitsu. He showed a few key elements to securing the leg for heel hooks. #nogi #bjj #jiujitsu #ckjj #ckjjallday #vegas #jeffglover #alldaybjj

[vinzlarock]

One of my favorite sweeps from halfguard. #dipset #halfguard #bjj #jiujitsu #cobrakaijiujitsu #cobrakai #ckjjallday #alldaybjj #halfguardian

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Rebel Beard Gang. Let's see how long it can get before Las Vegas Open. #beard #soapalicious #rebel #shoyoroll @soapaliciousfl #ibjjf #bjj

[vinzlarock]

Travel essentials.

These are just a few things I went through security with on my recent trip to the Philippines this past January. My passport has to be the most important thing and must always be kept on my person. I like things simple and have been using a card wallet for the last few years to carry my cards and some cash. Along with that I have some small bill Philippines pesos for pocket money or tips. Lastly are my sunglasses, a hat for the ride overseas and I have been wearing my black and red Air Jordan 1 highs during my last couple trips.

[vinzlarock]

I'm ready for the day with my meal prep and Ultra Clean Whey. Today for lunch I'm having baked chicken stuffed with ricotta cheese and spinach. And for my afternoon feed I'll be having a mint chocolate protein shake using Royal Sport's Ultra Clean Whey; it's tasty and easy to mix. These things make me look forward to meal time.

[vinzlarock]

These Air Force 1s were designed by Eddie Cruz, the man behind Undefeated, are one of my favorites. I loved them so much I bought two pairs. I was lucky enough to acquire a pair with a signed box by Eddie Cruz as pictured above. As you can see these are draped in Laker colors with a hit of red to make it pop. Great design thanks to a mastermind.

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Train with the Force.

For me, there's no better feeling than to be in comfortable clothing. This Rebel Division tee by Shoyoroll is made of a cotton and polyester blend that's soft on the skin and to the touch. Whether in the gym or out and about, this tee is a great choice to rock.

www.shoyroll.com

IG / T: @shoyoroll

[vinzlarock]

Here's a short clip from my second match at the 2015 IBJJF Seattle Open. I passed the open guard using a double under grip to stack my opponent to secure the back position. Enjoy the clip and the tunes.

[vinzlarock]

It’d be a lie if I wasn’t mad about losing. But as long as I gain something in return is the real reward. I thank this man in the blue for teaching me something about myself today and even in our previous encounters, win or lose. I can now say I’ve found the foe I’ve been looking for, that I will look forward to facing, at this belt, the next and forever. I love to compete. Thanks @honeybadger_bjj.

Thanks to all my loved ones and thug ones, team at Cobra Kai Jiu Jitsu, coach and friend @sim_go (I wouldn’t be training if it wasn’t for you), sponsors, supporters and everyone else. I’m looking forward to the future!

[vinzlarock]

I'm in Seattle for the weekend to compete at the IBJJF Seattle Open. My brother and I are currently Just Doing It here at Nike Seattle. If any of you make it up here make sure to check out the ceiling graphic on the way up to the second floor. It features a lot notes inspired from Seattle athletics.

[vinzlarock]

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IG / T: @soapaliciousfl

[vinzlarock]

RIP, Yogi Berra. This post is dedicated to one of the best in pinstripes! Another legend in baseball has passed, but will always be remembered.

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I honestly have to say that I only did this post just so I could use that line from Macklemore's "Downtown". But at least I can illustrate that there are actual layers to tiramisu.

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Remembering 2Pac today. The time since his passing has really flown by. The sound of his voice and his music always takes me back to when I was growing up in Alaska. Like many other times where I remember where I was, where I was going and who I was with was during when 2Pac was taking his final breaths. REST IN PARADISE PAC!

[vinzlarock]

As an 8 year old kid growing up in the small town of Ketchikan, Alaska there was a lot I could have been doing after school. At this age I preferred to be indoors watching TV at my grandma's house as she served me coffee with cream and sugar along with sugar bread. Coffee always brings me back to the days of being an innocent child. Just say no and just drink coffee.

[vinzlarock]

Whenever I’m back home in Ketchikan, Alaska visiting my family, I spend most of my time working for my mom at her restaurant. It’s generally busy throughout the day, but when I do get a few minutes I like to whip up something to eat. It might be pre made or an experiment, but either way I never disappoint myself! Here I’ve prepared siopao hamonado (steamed ham bun) in a nice bath of soy sauce and a little spice. On the side is a frosted mango drink to cool off. This combination was a great afternoon snack during the surprising warm weather.

[vinzlarock]

If you're in Vegas at the UFC Fan Expo you can catch me inside at the IBJJF American National Championship. Right now I'm just taking a break in between my teammate's matches for a photo op. I'm wearing my Roll snapback along with my one of a kind Nike Air Max 90 representing my gym on the back! If you happen to see me come say hi. See you here.