- George Chung
- Jun 28
- 2 min read
Updated: Jul 12
“Don’t take the fight where you’re best. Take it where the gap in skill is the greatest.”
—Karel “Silver Fox” Pravec
Harinder Singh's guest on episode nine is one of the most respected figures in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu—A pioneer of BJJ in the United States, Silver Fox has been training with Renzo Gracie since the early 1990s and has spent decades refining a unique and deeply insightful approach to martial arts, training, and life.
From his foundational Taekwondo beginnings to his immersive time training in the famed “Blue
Basement,” Silver Fox brings unmatched experience and clarity on what it means to be a lifelong
martial artist.
Known for his calm demeanor, razor-sharp technical insights, and a fluid, pressure-responsive
style, Silver Fox is the embodiment of efficiency over force. He is the founder of Silver Fox BJJ
Academy in New Jersey, author of the book Fluid BJJ: Scrawny “Middle Aged” Guy’s Guide
to Getting Submissions, and the creator of a global online presence that includes his Silver Fox
BJJ YouTube channel and app.
What sets him apart is not just his technical ability, but his deep understanding of how people
learn, how the body and mind integrate under pressure, and how to evolve your game without
destroying your body. In this conversation, we go beyond technique—we enter the realm of
mindset, mastery, energy efficiency, longevity, mentorship, and lifestyle.
If you're a martial artist of any kind—whether you train BJJ or not—this episode is a masterclass
in learning how to train smart, think clearly, and lead with wisdom.
You’ll hear battle-tested wisdom, practical advice, and timeless perspective on how to train
smart, evolve continuously, and uplift others along the way.
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