The Fighter Within: Everyone Has A Fight – Available Today

“Chris Olech is proof positive that everyone does indeed have a fight. He went from combat sports fan and spectator to activate participant. He shares many of his personal experiences throughout his journey, as well as stories from many of the sport’s elite athletes. It’s clear he put his heart and soul into this project—it’s a book not to be missed.” —Tony Reid, owner of Rattling the Cage, monthly contributor to Fighters Only magazine, host of ESPN 92.3 WVSL

“Olech brings the average reader into the world of Mixed Martial Arts that few, outside of the realm of its elite participants, will ever experience. A truly uplifting memoir, with a brawler’s backbone.” —Conner Cordova, MMA journalist

“There have been a lot of books written about combat sports by journalists and just as many written by fighters. Christopher Olech’s The Fighter Within is the rare book by an author who is both, and you will gain more insight on the fight game and those in it from this book than anything I’ve read in a long time. I recommend this book to anyone wishing to learn what it truly takes to fight—in the ring, Octagon, or life.” —Thomas Gerbasi, Editorial Director for the UFC

“Candid, inspiring and eye-opening. A deep look into the real life of fighters” —Michael Schiavello, sports commentator for AXS TV, K-1, Dream, Maximum Fighting Championship, King of the Cage and The Contender Asia

“A wonderful ride that encompasses the true essence of martial arts. Olech beautifully relates the common man with the teachings and spirit of many of the sport’s masters.” —Joe Ferraro, host of UFC Central radio

“If you are fascinated by the MMA lifestyle and want to find out what makes good fighters tick, then read this book!” —Donovan Craig, Founding editor of Fight! magazine

“By telling his life story, Chris Olech demonstrates the powerful possibilities that martial arts training can open up for one’s life. By training hard and competing in martial arts like Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA, Chris reframed the perspective from which he viewed himself and his life. As a result, he’s been able to transform his life from one where he was stuck doing uninspiring menial work to make ends meet, to one where—though struggles persist—he now seeks out adventure as a healthier and more driven person who regularly spends time with, and learns from, his heroes.” —Elias Cepeda, MMA & Boxing writer for Yahoo! Sports

“From MMA to Nazi’s to Muay Thai, Chris Olech covers it all in this sometimes funny, sometimes moving but oftentimes motivating tome. I struggled with deciding whether to continue reading or heading to Renzo Gracie Academy to train. Great stuff Olech. Congrats on a great book.” —Mike Straka, bestselling author of Fighting Words