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 By: David Robson
Martial arts and fitness training expert, Julien Greaux, has over 20-years experience practicing, and competing in the fighting arts. He now offers his considerable talents to the wider health and fitness community, through his partnership with fellow fitness professional Jamo Nezzar, on the cutting-edge training site, jamcoretraining.com. Julien, who has for many years, worked in the fitness industry, and due to the marketability of his physique, has been featured on the cover of over 20 magazines and developed a reputation as someone who is consistently in shape. Further, Julien's professional manner and advanced knowledge base has advantageously enabled him to achieve stunning results as a trainer. These combined factors made him the obvious choice for Fitness/Mixed Martial Arts director at jamcore training. Having arrived in America in 2002, from his native St. Barth in the French West Indies, Julien, 29, quickly began promoting his martial arts and fitness modeling skills. Julien's big break came when he was discovered by photographer Irvin Gelb, who eventually introduced him to Weider Publications - the rise has since been meteoric. Now Julien aims to revolutionize the martial arts industry through the passion he has for all the fighting disciplines, combined with his MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) camp concept, which, through expert instruction from some of the world's greatest exponents, teaches its students how to integrate the various arts to become a physically and mentally superior athlete. Along the way, Julien would like to discredit the perception that the martial arts serve as a breeding ground for violent thugs. "There are great potential benefits for everyone through the incorporation of mixed martial arts as an adjunct to their regular training programs," says Julien. "Now I'm focusing on how I can promote the sport, so that people who have been resistant to martial arts can understand my passion for it, and hopefully be willing to try it for themselves, rather than allow preconceived notions and stereotypes to inhibit them." With experts like Julien leading the way, the martial arts are sure to gain momentum into the 21st century and beyond.
A: I'm Julien Greaux, 29 years old, now living in California, but originally from St. Barth (French West Indies). I started studying martial arts with Karate at the age of nine. I began Karate because I was a very hyper kid and was fascinated by action movie stars, especially Bruce Lee and Jean Claude Van Damme.
  Click Image To Enlarge. I Was Fascinated With Action Movie Stars. Since then, I've been practicing many forms of martial arts during the past 20 years, including: Karate, Taekwondo, Thai Boxing, Judo and Ju Jitsu. I started to weight train at 15. I came to the US in 2002 and was working as a gardener in the Hamptons. I was just attending the Night Of Champions in New York and was discovered by photographer Irvin Gelb.
A: I was watching the Night of the Champions contest in New York. I met photographer, Irvin Gelb, who gave me his card and told me I had great potential. I kept the card and three years later I decided to go to L.A. I called him and he introduced me to the people at Weider Publications. That's how everything started.
A: The prevailing perception of mixed martial arts is that it's very violent and extremely dangerous. On a professional fighting level, yes, it can be dangerous. But mixed martial arts are not necessarily more dangerous than pro boxing or pro football. In professional sports of this nature, injuries can and will occur. I'm more interested in promoting and publicizing the practice of mixed martial arts for fun, improved health and flexibility - all done without hurting yourself. I'm currently organizing some big seminars, so people can learn about mixed martial arts and meet the champions. Once people see the real physical benefits, not necessarily the fighting/self defense aspects, they'll realize most pro athletes who are into mixed martial arts, are not necessarily violent BAD BOYS like everybody thinks. There are great potential benefits for everyone through the incorporation of mixed martial arts as an adjunct to their regular training programs.
A: Mixed martial arts is growing very fast. It's definitely surpassed boxing. I'm pretty sure it's going to be bigger than pro wrestling in popularity.
A: I don't think there's one discipline that separates itself as better than others. You have to be complete if you want to be good at it. Train for standing and striking, ground fighting, and work on your endurance and conditioning. Each form of martial arts develops different aspects.
 Click Image To Enlarge. Each Form Of Martial Arts Develops Different Aspects.
A: The impact is far reaching. But the immediate benefits are discipline, respect for yourself and others, and self-confidence.
A: I don't compete anymore. But competition was never what drove me to pursue martial arts. I simply enjoyed the training, the learning process and the overall effects, both physically and mentally. Now I'm focusing on how I can promote the sport, so that people who have been resistant to martial arts can understand my passion for it, and hopefully be willing to try it for themselves, rather than allow preconceived notions and stereotypes to inhibit them.
 Click Image To Enlarge. I Simply Enjoyed The Training. To keep in shape - well I may not compete anymore, but I still train like a maniac.
A: My days are pretty much the same. I wake up, do my stretching, then I have my breakfast. Afterwards, I head to the park with my wife Renee and my dog Duxe for one hour. Then my wife and I go to the gym. I train clients at the gym as well, when I'm not holding my USA Mixed Martial Arts Camp. At home, I relax and work on my computer.
A: I train seven days a week, incorporating weight training, martial arts, stretching and cardio.
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A: I think people like to work with me because I'm a cool guy, very easy to work with. I never complain. But one of the main reasons is because I'm in shape 24/7/365. They can call me anytime and I'm ready to shoot. I maintain the same condition year round, so I don't need several weeks notice to prepare.
 Click Image To Enlarge. I'm Easy To Work With. For anyone interested in being featured in magazines, that's probably the main thing to keep in mind. Get in shape and stay in shape. Not only will you be more likely to get called for photo shoots more often, you'll feel better about yourself.
A: I created the U.S.A Mixed Martial Arts Camp so that anyone can learn from the world's best martial artists. Imagine a camp where football players and fans could get instruction from Ben Roethlisberger and Peyton Manning... the top quarterbacks in the world. That's what I've developed for mixed martial arts with the USA Mixed Martial Arts Camp. Sessions are scheduled throughout the year and are custom designed. All the teachers are pro fighters and the elite in their specific discipline.
And while top fighters come to the camp to hone their skills, we have programs for all levels, from absolute beginners, to those with some experience, to the most advanced. There's something for everyone. This is a unique experience and the opportunity of lifetime.
A: They will all learn about mixed martial arts, of course, but they will immediately realize the overall benefits of this type of training for the body and mind. And hopefully they'll develop a genuine interest and continue to incorporate mixed martial arts into their workout schedules. That seems to be the most common effect. People who try mixed martial arts really like them, and wonder how they could have neglected them for so long.
A: Firstly, if you start later in life, you must be patient. Just know that progress will come in different stages and in varying degrees. But it will definitely come as long as you're consistent, focused, persistent and work on your conditioning at the gym. Even if you are not at the dojo, keep practicing at home, or in the park. In the early stages, repetition is the key. You have to train your body and mind to function together. Simple, slow and patient. Over time, you will integrate the knowledge and you'll perform at a high level.
 Click Image To Enlarge. Repatition Is The Key. Once you know the moves and the feeling so well, you forget about it and simply do them in a very free and improvised way. That's when martial arts become truly fun and rewarding. But you don't arrive at that stage without a lot of work.
A: I'm the Fitness/Mixed Martial Arts director for Jamo's new online training website, www.jamcoretraining.com. I've been friends with Jamo for several years and now we're collaborating a completely new and innovative concept in personal training. The entire site will have instructional video workouts that members can watch and learn from. I will be featured in the workouts specific to mixed martial arts and fitness training. There are several other expert trainers featured on the site, covering all areas of training.
A: The site is much more than what I've just described. But I'd say I hope to increase the awareness and appreciation for mixed martial arts, so that people will see it as a way to enhance their conditioning, not so separate from weight training, stretching, or cardio. Through the jamcoretraining.com web site, our goal is to empower and educate anyone and everyone, so they can learn from the best and experience the benefits for that instruction regardless of where they live or their schedule. The site is always available - whenever you want to utilize it. Even the greatest personal trainer in the world doesn't offer that type of service and flexibility.
A: It's difficult to explain why people should listen to me, without sounding arrogant or obnoxious. Simply, I have experience and skill, so I do know what I'm talking about. But more importantly, I'm a straightforward and honest person.
 Click Image To Enlarge. I'm A Straightforward & Honest Person. I'm dedicated, disciplined, driven, personable, and humble, though I do see the irony in self-proclaimed humility... LOL. Basically I've made a lot of progress through hard work and a lot of trial and error. Because of this I can help others progress rapidly and effectively in their training, while enjoying it in a way they didn't imagine possible.
A: I'm fitness/martial arts director of the site, but in addition to that I bring a new method for weight training. In my 15 years of intensive training, I've acquired a great deal of knowledge, through study, as well as trial and error. In this time I've discovered some crucial information on how to make the fastest progress possible. Along with Jamo, I've devised a system that maximizes improvement in speed, strength and balance. The entire approach is easily adapted to all sports, including soccer, track and field - anything really. Of course, my specialty is martial arts, so for now, that's what I emphasize most.
A: Simply stated, to empower anyone and everyone to believe they can achieve their physical goals, despite how modest or lofty. To educate, inform, and entertain people, not only with our knowledge, but with our delivery. Basically the Jamcore philosophy is summed up as: making fitness fun, productive, and an essential part of people's lives, without causing them to become one-dimensional. I could go on, but that's the basic idea.
A: I would like to become a role model and inspire others. I came to the US with 400 dollars and two bags. That's it. I didn't know anybody, yet step by step I'm making a name for myself in the fitness industry. I would like to motivate people and show them, no matter what your dreams, if you believe in yourself, anything is possible. If you work hard at your passion, there is no way you won't make it. Success can be reality, regardless of your starting point. I'm living proof. If I can do it, the possibility exists for everyone.
"I would like to thank my wife Renee
for all her support and for believing in me."
 Click Image To Enlarge. I'm Living Proof. For more information on Julien and his training methods go to:
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