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Meet Colton Smith

Today we’d like to introduce you to Colton Smith.

Hi Colton, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
When I was growing up, I was bullied pretty badly. So when I was in high school and college, I started taking martial arts and going to the gym. I started competing in tournaments across Houston and Texas and started doing really well at them. I then decided that I wanted to help others build confidence and become a better person through martial arts and fitness regardless of their limitations and setbacks.

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
I’ve had a lot of setbacks, from not enough time to work schedules getting in the way, but the pandemic made me realize that there is never a “perfect” time for anything. You just have to get out there and start.

Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I teach martial arts, kickboxing and fitness classes both in person and online. What sets me apart is I can do one on one or group classes, or if you can’t do in person, I can set up a program for you to learn at your own pace and time when it’s most convenient for you from anywhere in the United States. I may be based in Houston, but I can train anyone online and still give the one-on-one coaching as if they were right here with me.

Where we are in life is often partly because of others. Who/what else deserves credit for how your story turned out?
My grandma, mom and the rest of my family have been really supportive of this dream. When I go to compete, they will always try to go so I’m not alone. I would also like to give a shout-out to my friend Tyler for getting me out of my shell and first teaching me how to fight.

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