Art Cardenas
Born of Hispanic heritage. A 27 year law enforcment veteran. Retired at the rank of captain. Held supervisory positions in SWAT, Homicide, Patrol, Narcotics, and Corrections. Boxing coach for over 20 years. Own my own boxing gym in south Austin. Level II certification with the United States Amateur Boxing Association. Owner of The Fit Pit Boxing and Fitness Academy in Austin, Texas (fitpitaustin.com).
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Studied journalism at the University of Texas at Austin (1980 - 1982). Obtained Master Peace Officer License with the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Education.Interests
Physical fitness, combat fitness, use of force, police science, boxing, small business administration.Motto
Train like a champion!Affiliations
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Embracing the Big L While Watching the Big CIf you watch hard enough, you can often learn lessons about life and death from great television series.
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Remembering the Rock and Roll MachineSome memories last a lifetime. Watching the heavy metal band "Triumph" perform in the summer of 1979 is one of those memories.
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A Great Boss Is a Servant FirstLearn to be a servant first. Being an effective leader will naturally follow.
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Learning to Embrace Tax Preparation as a Small Business OwnerTax preparation for a small business owner, while challenging, can be an opportunity for learning, growth, and progress.
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Schwarzkopf Led from the FrontThe passing of General Norman Schwarzkopf reminds anyone, who is in a supervisory position, that leaders are called to lead from the front.
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The Boxer's Twelve Days of ChristmasEveryone loves the "Twelve Days of Christmas." Even boxers have their own version of this holiday classic carol. -
How Can a Person With Diabetes Combat Fatigue, Low Stamina, and Decreased Energy Levels?Diabetes is a serious health issue that can affect many aspects of a person's well-being. Diabetes may even have an effect on a person's stamina and energy level. -
A Pugilist's View of the 2012 Election ReturnsBoxers dedicate their lives to training and conditioning. Hardly a day goes by that does not include boxing training of some sort. So how does a boxer maintain his/her boxing regimen while at the same time monitoring the 2012 Election Returns? -
The Timeline I Followed When Starting My Small BusinessThe science of starting a small business can be compared to The Sweet Science of Boxing. Both require the expertise of an experienced trainer and adhering to a specific plan of action.