Breathe: A Life in Flow

4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars | 3,846 ratings

Price: 21.25

Last update: 01-09-2025


Top reviews from the United States

Brian
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting read
Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2024
Well written account of his life. I dont do martial arts but found it very interesting, the work and sacrifices to be so good as well as hearing about life and growing up in another country.
Amazon Customer Jose Medina
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Read
Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2024
True strong body of work. Amazing story and mindset of Mr. Rick son Gracie how he has transformed his life
Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Book
Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2024
As a bjj practitioner and student of history, this first hand account is a phenomenal read from one of the forefathers and one of the best to ever compete!
Ryan
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it.
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2022
I don't read often, I rarely find books I read cover to cover, and this is one of few I wasn't able to put down, Spent a whole Saturday reading it.

I've been a fan of MMA for some time, and knew of Rickson Gracie and have always been a fan. I've watched many videos online, and read written interviews with him (Maynard James Keenan being a favorite).

This book has a lot of good information about him, and the Gracie Family, stories i've never heard before, and him correcting rumors that have been spread around over the years.

It was a easy read, and nothing seemed to drag on too long, some parts you do wish were more longer, only because you know the guy has so much more knowledge and information, however I do believe that could of made the book very long, and this was more of a Biography, not a training manual. I do believe he has online "academy" whcih he offers instructionals, so I will probably look in to that.

Well there's my review, bottom line, if you think you would like this book, then absolutely buy it.
Joe P.
5.0 out of 5 stars Hard to put down
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2024
If you're a fan of the history of Jiu-Jitsu, don't hesitate to buy this book. Rickson's is a great story.
Evan
4.0 out of 5 stars CAPTIVATING!
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2022
This is a really captivating autobiography. The story of Hickson and the Gracies was so interesting that it was almost a fantasy. Reading this book made gave me the nostalgic feeling 90’s and when times were more innocent. The writing was so vivid, you could see the moments in your head (and in the pictures which were also very cool). I’m the type of person who when I’m interested in something, I like to know the roots. As a new student, I find bjj in itself to be interesting so, I found this book to be extremely interesting. My teacher learned from someone who learned from Royler so I had to read this and I’m glad I did. The way the Gracie family lives and the way the Gracie children were raised is extremely fascinated and at times in the book, I couldn’t help but be jealous of how Rickson grew up. Aside from BJJ, he’s lived a really interesting, unique life that was interesting to read about.

The one thing that was completely absent that I’m curious to know the history of is, when and how it was officially adopted by the military. Another thing that Rickson talked some about but I would have liked to read more in depth about was, the history of Judo. It would have been nice to see some tech drawings too but it’s an autobiography so, that’s not to be expected. Overall, awesome book and I couldn’t put it down. 10/10 would recommend to anyone interested in bjj, warrior mind frame, or looking for a great read about a bjj legend who’s lived a very interesting life.
Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Best Books Evere!
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2024
Don't even question purchasing this book! Buy it!
Ricardo M. Tubbs
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book, open and honest.
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2021
I just finished reading the book “Breathe, A Life in Flow” By Master Rickson Gracie. Even if you are not into Jiu Jitsu or Martial Arts this book is amazing. This is truly a life story of metamorphosis, a full circle story of one man’s life that has effected so many others. This book spoke to me on so many levels at the right time in my life. There are so many relevant points in this book that have nothing to do with Jiu Jitsu. Parenting: there is no instruction manual to parenting; do you best to be a good father. Your children will become who they are going to become not always what you want them to be. Self Actualization: You don’t have to repeat the same mistakes as your father simply because he is your father. Understand your shortcomings; don’t run from them, grow from them. Helping people grow: While many people go to school elementary, middle, high school, or even university many of them do it for different reasons. Some go because they wanted to, some go because they were forced, some go to study math some go to play football. The fact is that they are there, and everyone has different goals. As an instructor it is up to us to help them find their path, not force it on them. There is so much more to this book than the memoirs of an aging fighter. This book is about all of us. I loved this book so much, I bought three copies and I am going to give them out to some students who embrace the lifestyle.

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