251-Why BJJ and Karate take years —While the Military Makes Fighters Faster

🥋⏱️ Why does it take years to earn a black belt in Karate or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu… while the military can produce functional fighters in months? In this episode, we break down function vs mastery vs rank, how fighting skills were taught historically, and why modern martial arts training takes so long. This isn’t about trashing martial arts or glorifying the military—it’s about understanding purpose, design, and expectations. If you’ve ever questioned what a black belt is supposed to mean, this conversation is for you.