I started when I was a kid, doing playday rodeos in Haskell, TX. From there, I got into riding junior bulls until my mom made me stop in high school so I could focus on playing sports. After high school, I started riding bulls again in college—until one day in 2011, I stepped in to help fight bulls during a practice session. After that, I knew bullfighting was what I was meant to do and I never got on another bull.

I’m definitely a creature of habit, so yes—I have a routine that keeps me grounded. I start the day with a big breakfast and my morning prayers. Once that settles, I’ll hit the gym or get outside for some light movement—nothing too heavy, just enough to get my body and lungs opened up. After that, I’ll do a calm stretch session and start visualizing my fight. If there’s time before the rodeo, I’ll grab a quick nap so I feel sharp and fully recharged. Once I get to the arena, things get chaotic fast, so the only thing I stay strict on is making time for a long, focused warm-up to make sure I’m physically and mentally ready to go.

I listen to a wide mix of music, but when it’s go time, I switch over to either “Walk” by Pantera or “Enter Sandman” by Metallica. Both put in that zone and ready to flip the switch.

When I’m not on the road or in the arena, I love being outdoors—hunting, working out, golfing, snowboarding, or traveling with my wife. I’m always up for a new adventure!