1-800-BJJ-HELP: Recent Episodes
Josh Lu and Jake Luigi
Jiu Jitsu beginner Josh Lu calls on Jake Luigi, BJJ Youtuber from "Less Impressed More Involved BJJ" for help on his jiu jitsu journey to help other beginners on the path to improvement, performance, and enjoyment in the sport of Jiu Jitsu.
In this episode we talk with Alonzo from Earn Your Gold Medal on Youtube and Earn Your Gold on Instagram. His channel focuses on wrestling breakdowns and we discuss wrestling meta, jiu jitsu compared to wrestling, upper body and lower body attacks, and more. Hope you enjoy!
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Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
Elton Wells is the owner and head coach at Ambush Muay Thai. We chat about his system for striking, CLA for striking/mma, the retrospectives he does with his team and much more. Hope you enjoy this conversation!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, Jake and I talk about getting inside and outside the elbow from standing and while defending front headlock and what options you have from there for wrestling. Hope you enjoy!
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Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, Drake Roth (@dek_grappling) returns to talk about open vs closed skills, how individuals can be intentional with their training, measure progress/learning, operationalize improvement, and adjust task goals over longer periods of time.
Drake also writes periodically on substack, Grappling with Skill. The blog post we referenced can be found here.
Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, I chat with Ahmed Gebril (@gebrilgrappling), a purple belt training out of Connecticut Submission Grappling. He's been actively competing since he started training a year and a half ago and we dive into CLA, improvement, mindset, and how he approaches skill training vs open mats as he preps for competition. Hope you enjoy the episode!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, Jake and I revisit the cross grip half guard passing and Russian two on one as I start to play with those in training. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode I chat with Drake Roth (@dek_grappling) about his journey learning about the science of skill, information processing vs dynamic systems theory, and how this all relates to jiu jitsu. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode Jake and I talk about the leading edge as it relates to half guard passing. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, Jake and I brainstorm some ideas we've been thinking about for stand up / wrestling. Here's Jake's video we referenced, hope you enjoy!
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Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, I chat with Rob Cole, we talk about CLA, his grappling style, the neutral top bottom framework that guides the intention for this CLA games, and much more. We also dive into guard, turtle and how he guides the intention for those positions. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode we chat with Max Bickerton, Head coach of Grapple Collective. We talk about Injana Goodman's journey from a purple belt in 2023 to winning ADCC Trials in 2026, CLA, how Max thinks about mount and back in grappling, and more. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, we catch up on Jake's return! Getting back into jiu jitsu after injury, thinking about the leading edge when playing guard/passing, Deandre vs Dorian, and updates on our apps. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, Ryan Moutinho (@ryanmoutinho), Owner of Connecticut Submission Grappling (@connecticutsubmissiongrappling) returns to the podcast to dive into what it was like opening a CLA gym, learning the business side of a gym, lessons and examples of scaling practice and more. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode I sit down with Raymond Chou (@raymondchoujj) and we talk about his experience coaching the UCSD team using CLA, our training here at Corvus, brainstorm games for berimbolos, the physics and anatomy lens of jiu jitsu, and more. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, we talk about where we're at with our apps, Jake's Outlier Database and Sherpa, the mobile app. We also reflect on years creating content, first time monetizing, and the journey thus far.
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode we get to talk to Rod (@intheblack.jj) from Standard Jiu Jitsu. Rod has been training under Greg Souders for many years and we talk about the evolution of Standard Jiu Jitsu, the CLA wave in jiu jitsu, making content for the Youtube Channel, Standard Jiu Jitsu, and their Skool Community. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, I chat with Alex, Gino, and Mateusz about their journey's evolving and coaching with the contraint led approach. Hope you enjoy another edition to our coaching panel series! You can check out the Standard Jiu Jitsu Skool community here.
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, Jake brainstorms ideas with Lucas Kanard on various finishing positions from match footage and study. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this check in episode, we talk about our journeys as creators comparing youtube, podcasting, streaming, and then get into jiu jitsu and explore the quad pod, cross grips, and concepts like using connection vs grips. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, we have three coaches, Ryan Moutinho (@connecticutsubmissiongrappling), Rudy Gonzales (@mythicfightteam), and Nick Hernandez (@vacavillegrappling) who I met from Greg Souder's Skool Group who have started coaching using the Constraint Led Approach within the last few years. We talk about the common early challenges, lessons learned, and try to capture recent advice for anyone trying out the approach. Hope this is helpful!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode we revisit Lucas Kanard's instructional, his match footage, and talka bout how he defends outside passing and under the legs passing. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode I talk with Chris, founder of Jiu Jitsu Insurance, and we talk about how insurance works, why he started Jiu Jitsu Insurance, and how atheltes and gym owners can protect themselves. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode Jake and I talk about over under passing, especially after Levi's recent performance. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode we sit down with Jonathan to discuss the learning curve of using CLA when coaching, as well as how he studies jiu jitsu, using the Outlier Database, and journaling for improvement with Sherpa. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, I chat with Ethan Wagner (@curbyourjiujitsu), a competitor from Corvus Grappling Collective here in San Diego. We talk about his first major win at No Gi Pans 2025 at Blue Belt, getting his first couple of sponsorships, the mental game, training, and goals for the new year. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, Jake and I catch up on our recent injuries, progress with the Outlier Database Coaching tool, Sherpa, some podcast episodes we've been enjoying, and what we're working on or studying in jiu jitsu lately. Hope you enjoy!
Here's a link to the Alex Hormozi x Tony Robbins interview as well as the Chris Williamson episode we mentioned.
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, I chat with Tammi Willis about her journey learning how to coach with CLA as well as feedback and insights into using Sherpa to help her be more intentional and reflective about her training. Hope you enjoy!
Here's Sherpa's Instagram page and Discord group if you'd like to follow the journey!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode we look back at 2025 at our training, our apps, and think about what's in store for 2026. Hope you enjoy and we appreciate you guys being on the journey with us!
Sign up for the waitlist for Jake's Outlier Database Coaching Platform here.
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode we continue the conversation on mount and discuss handfighting from mount. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode we explore some of Jake's recent ideas on securing and maintaining mount. Hope you enjoy!
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Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, I ask Jake about his thoughts on defending leg entanglements like outside ashi and 50/50. We look at it from a standing and a double-seated perspective. At the end I share some games that we've been working on in the gym. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode we have Josh McKinney from the I Suck at Jiu Jitsu Show on to get reactions on various hot takes from Gordon Ryan's performance/growth, music on the mats, back control meta, TRT, and more. Hope you enjoy!
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Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode we talk with Randall Dibble about the wrestling mindset and goals when it comes to front headlock, turtle, and overhook/underhook. Hope you enjoy!
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Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode I chat with Kristian Casaneda, and we explore various forms of grappling from Wrestling, Judo, Sambo, Sumo, Jiu Jitsu and more. Kristian is a Nidan in Judo (2nd degree black belt), jiu jitsu purple belt, sambo instructor and has competed in sumo, beach wrestling, freestyle, combat wrestling, jiu jitsu, judo, and catch wrestling. We explore a lot of grappling ideas here, hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we go over our expeience coaching, using games, designing practice, and challenges and questions along the way. Here's the Greg Souders 10th Planet Seminar video we mentioned. Hope you enjoy!
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Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, I ask Jake about one of his exclusive videos he shared in the Outlier Database. He goes over the side body triangle, and how he sees it's function in attacking and maintaining the back. Hope you enjoy!
Links we talked about:
- Jozef Chen
- Jett Thompson
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Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode, we had Jake O'Driscoll on the show! We dive into several topics around guard retention, his approach to working with professional jiu jitsu athletes, the mental game, his approach to studying match footage and strategy, and goal setting and journaling. Hope you enjoy!
Follow Jake on Instagram here, and check out his Patreon to learn more!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode I have a chat with my friend Attila, who I connected with about Sherpa. He recently had a great performance competing and we reflect on his comp prep, the psychology of competing, and how journaling made a difference in his improvement and mindset. Hope you enjoy!
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Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
Three years, two months, and 369 training sessions later, I got promoted to blue belt by Andris Brunovskis. In this solo episode, I reflect on the journey and talk about the three biggest things I changed my mind about along the journey. Hope it helps any other beginners out there listening! Thanks for being on the journey with us.
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This week I ask Jake what he's been working on for seated guard. We talk about handfighting, circling, and entering k guard or wrestling up. Hope you enjoy!
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Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
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In this episode, we review Lucas Kanard's recent instructional on attacking outside and finishing inside. Hope you enjoy!
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Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
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In this episode we jump around talking about open guard, wrestling up, and handfighting from guard. Hope you enjoy!
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Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
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In this episode, Jake and I sit down to talk with Dima and PJ. We talk about the era of jiu jitsu we're currently in, what's in store for the future of jiu jitsu and for Dima, advice for opening a new gym, culture, CLA, and more.
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In this episode we recap Jake's week in San Diego! We packed in quite a bit of training and had a blast. Hope you enjoy our takeaways and upcoming episodes.
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In this episode, we talk about standing overhook/underhook position and the battles that take place for each player to get to the ground. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, I talk with Cody Christensen, black belt, and new gym owner. We talk about opening a new gym, how to establish a healthy culture, give new students benefits of jiu jitsu beyond the technical skill, perspecitve changes after black belt, journey with CLA, and advice for making the most meaningful journey out of you path in jiu jitsu. Hope you enjoy!
Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here.
Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode we recap takeaways and highlights from CJI, Josh's takeaways from Jozef Chen's seminar, and his thoughts on getting promoted to blue belt.
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In this episode, I talk about an interesting study on the power of self talk and how athletes can use motivational and/or instructional self talk to learn faster and perform under pressure. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode we break down what went well and what needs improvement from the two matches Josh had in his 6th competition. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode we talk about prep for Josh's 6th competition! Hope you enjoy.
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In this episode have Greg Souders back on the show! We cover inside vs outside guards, seated vs belly up / supine guard, attacking and defending front headlock and turtle, attacking a single leg, preventing injury when learning stand up, monetizing CLA, and more. Hope you enjoy!
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Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
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In this episode, we talk about finishing heel hooks and ankle locks. Here's the Rob Cole leg lock games video we mentioned! Sorry the Lachlan video is on Submeta so we couldn't link it!
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In this episode, we jump around a bit and catch up on all things AIGA with Jake's biggest takeaways and highlights from the event. Then we talk about jiu jitsu goals, and updates on vision for Sherpa and the Outlier Database. Hope you enjoy!
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Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
In this episode Josh asks Jake about the major battles going on in half guard for the bottom player. Hope you enjoy!
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Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.
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In this episode, Josh asks Jake about the setup, strategy, and battles when attacking the back. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, Josh reflects with Dr. Andy Moon from @backonthematpt on the last year of working together on a number of injuries from chronic lower back pain/stiffness, turf toe, QL strains, elbow tendonitis...etc. We share a few lessons learned along the way and dive into what a year of physical therapy designed for jiu jitsu can look like. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode we explore leg entanglements and discuss the major factors including straight leg vs cross leg orientation, back exposure, heel exposure, access and control of secondary leg, and how rotation plays in to these scenarios. Hope you enjoy!
Here are some of the links to resources we mentioned:
- Greg Souders on Leg Entanglements
- Craig Jones Leg Entry
- Diego vs Ethan
- Greg Souders Teaching Leg Entanglements at B-Team
- Gordan vs Josh
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Jared Wade (@jaredwadebjj) is currently ranked Top 3 Purple Belts in the world, trains at Atos in San Diego under Andre Galvao, has 30 IBJJF Gold Medals in the last two years, and was ranked the number one blue belt in the world in 2023. We dive into his competition mindset, tools he uses like affirmations, meditation, visualization, and journaling to guide his practice and perform at his best. Hope you enjoy! Follow Jared on Instagram here.
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In this episode I chat with Mark Trowbridge, owner of Clarity Jiu Jitsu. We talk about how jiu jitsu is an amazing tool for stress management, anxiety, and some of the deeper benefits beyond the sport. We also talk about Mark's beginner program and how he designs practice for people trying jiu jitsu for the first time. We wrap up with some topics on the mental performance side, being intentional with training, and reflecting after.
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In this episode, Jake and I get to hear PJ Barch dive into his biggest grappling influences, pivotal moments along the journey, his evolution as a coach, thoughts on CLA, and vision and hopes for the future. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode I chat with Carl Mintern, or better known as SelfSufficientHub on Reddit! He shares his observations as a moderator of r/bjj including common trends, questions, and topics he sees. Then he gives advice on starting jiu jitsu at 45 years old! We pivot into talking about eco, teaching, competing, and wrap up with his thoughts on Sherpa (free iOS journaling app for athletes). Hope you enjoy!
Links we mentioned:
- SlimeMoldGrapplingClub - list of games!
- Greg Souders Passing and Pinning Seminar on Youtube
- Standard Jiu Jitsu Foundations Class on Youtube
- Standard Jiu Jitsu All Levels Class on Youtube
- Ecopalooza Eco Camp Sessions on Youtube
- "The Lone Nut" Youtube Video
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In this episode we go over highs, lows, and lessons from Josh's recent jiu jitsu competition, some takeaways from a training session with Greg Souders at 10p Southbay, and get a preview of what Jake is working on for the Outlier Database. If you want to get on the waitlist for the Outlier Database Coaching Platform sign up here.
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In this episode, I chat with Pat Campagnola, owner of 10th Planet Springfield, MA. Pat hosted the Eco Camp for Submission Grappling a few weeks ago and we got to talk about lessons he's learned competing, coaching with CLA, hosting the Eco camp, and owning a gym while having a full time job. Hope you enjoy!
Check out these links from the episode:
- Eco for Submission Grappling Discord
- 10th Planet Springfield Youtube Channel
- Thanks for Rolling Podcast
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In this episode Jake and I talk about the idea of what's real vs what we feel, the difference between what's subjectively happening, and what is objectively happening. We also venture off into talking about competition and some of the stressors, challenges, and mindset that come with competing. Hope you enjoy!
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Alex Ayliffe (@staytech.jj) shares his insights into "grey area skills" in jiu jitsu and how to bridge concepts directly into practice and game design. Follow Alex on Instagram here. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, I talked to Aaron Parham, the creator of Ecological Dynamics for Submission Grappling, was a moderator on r/bjj, and one of the creators of the Eco Camp. Check out the Sub Grappling Model he created and join the Discord here!
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In this episode we dive into the Josh Waitzkin and Andrew Huberman podcast episode and relate a lot of the lessons to jiu jitsu, we reflect on a few things from the recent WNO event, and talk about what we're working on for Outlier Database and Sherpa!
Links we mentioned:
- Ray Lewis Motivational Video
- Kaynan vs Nicky Rod at WNO
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In this episode we debrief our big highlights and main takeaways from the eco camp! Hope you enjoy.
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In this episode we cover a bunch of topics! We start with some high level thoughts on the eco camp, go into some front headlock ideas, leg entanglements, berimbolos, and other ideas.
Here's the Greg Souders video we referenced on leg entanglements.
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In this episode we talk about camping while passing, Jake's takeaways from Sapateiro, Josh's trip to Princeton BJJ and intentions for Eco Camp, and share the latest updates with our apps, the Outlier Database and Sherpa.
Here are links to videos we mentioned:
- Ecopalooza Spring 2024 Youtube Playlist
- Ethan Crelinsten Pressure Passing Video
- Kaynan Duarte Headquarters Passing Video
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In this episode we talk about the various paths of attack from front headlock. Hope you enjoy this new format! Here's the Youtube video for the visual aid.
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In this episode, I have Stan Pogrebinsky back on the show! We dive deep into the idea of our bodies' systems, sub-systems, and the imbalances that come from doing jiu jitsu. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode we talk about defending chest-to-back connection by looking at Turtle, Back, and Rear Body lock engagements. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about hand fighting as the top player while passing. Here are a few links to the matches we talked about: Jozef Chen, Andrew Tackett, and another Jozef Chen video. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, I ask Jake about how to enter the legs from guard. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, I speak with Darin Conner DeAngelis, he's got an incredible story about rising to the top of the jiu jitsu world, pivoting into coaching and counseling, and shares his insights along the way. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode we talk about a bunch of random topics, we start with Database and Sherpa updates, go into K guard, back control, recent mindset shifts, and an esoteric discussion on rotation and control.
Here's the clip of the knee breakdown dela riva and the back control idea from Craig Jones that we mentioned in theh episode. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, I chat with Rob Cole! We deep dive into ecological dynamics, the four principles of the contraint led approach, give examples of games, and go over a lot of common misconceptions when it comes to the constraint led approach for jiu jitsu. Hope you enjoy!
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Check out the Ecological Dynamics for Submission Grappling Discord, Rob's Youtube Channel, 3 Day Eco Camp April 4-6 in MA, Maine Globetrotters Camp where Rob will be teaching.
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In this episode, I chat wtih Osar Lopez, the Head Freshman Wrestling Coach at San Marcos High and Coach at Mission Grappling Club. We talk about the cross over between wrestling and jiu jitsu and much more. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode we talk about closed guard in no gi. Transitions to K guard, balancing upper body attacks, lower body attacks, transitioning to dela riva, and hand fighting from closed guard. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode we talk to Nick Angeloni, black belt, and owner of Prism Jiu Jitsu in Escondido, San Diego. He's also the co-host of the Post Rolls podcast with Miles Lukas. You can follow Nick on Instagram. Hope you enjoyed our conversation!
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In this episode, we talk with Andris Brunovskis from Legion! We talk about his journey as a competitor and coach, dive into ecological dynamics, and everything in between. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about my recent injury, K Guard, and guard/passing in general. Here's the link to the PJ Barch video we mentioned!
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In this episode, we talk about goals for our jiu jitsu development, study, our apps, and life in general. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode we catch up on Jake's recent trip to Japan and his training session there, my recent competition experience, lessons learned, and quick updates on progress with Jake's Outlier Database and Sherpa, my AI-powered journaling app for athletes.
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In this episode, I have an awesome coaching call with Joe Hannan about an upcoming competition. Originally it was an in-house tournament, but it got rescheduled and I decided to compete in JJWL instead.
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In this episode, I discuss game planning for an upcoming competition with Patrick Robinson! This is a great framework on how to think about your "A game". We also discuss putting together a practice game plan, and overall competition prep.
Check out Patrick's new books on Amazon:
Roll to the Top: Creating a Winning Game Plan for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Climbing the Cage: Game Planning for Mixed Martial Arts
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In this episode we talk about the guard, and how to prioritize sweeping, leg attacks, and wrestling up. Here's the match we mentioned with Keith Krikorian vs Diogo Reis
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In this episode we talk about the risk of going for a guillotine and ending up on bottom position, what to prioritize when attacking a guillotine, how to defend, and much more. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode we talk about pinning, and the dynamic between control and submission threat. The various pins from side control, north south, mount, and routes to submission vs control and maintenance.
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In this episode, we dive into the front headlock position and the dilemma between the go behind and submission threats. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode we recap Josh's recent trip to Standard Jiu Jitsu with Greg Souders. Leg entanglement games, scheduling, culture, and more. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we mashed up some of the highlights from our conversations with Trey Hucks, Kabir Bath, and Greg Souders on all things ecological dynamics, constraining to afford towards the invariants in jiu jitsu, game design, and much more. Hope you enjoy the eco-marathon!
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In this episode, Jake and I talk about my last competition and areas to work on when it comes to attacking from guard, off balancing, entering the legs, wrestling up, taking the back...etc. Hope you enjoy!
Here's the video of Firas Zahabi teaching the leg entry we discussed.
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In this episode, I talk with Patrick Robinson who's won mutliple world titles at blue, purple, brown, and black belt in both Gi and No Gi in his age brackets. He's consistently one of the best grapplers for his age. We talk about his competition game plan, practice game plan, recovery, tracking metrics, affirmations, mindset, visualization, and how he uses journaling and notetaking to take his game to the next level. Hope you enjoy!
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In this solo episode, I reflect on what I’ve learned about myself from my first four competitions and nine matches as a white belt. I focus mostly on the mental/emotional sides of the journey and less on the technical. A little different than what we usually talk about. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, I get to be a guest on the BJJ Meditations Podcast! Hope you enjoy this week's swapcast.
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In this episode, we talk to Zach Maslany and Miha Perhavec all about CJI and the experience judging it. We go into the nuances and deep dive into the art and science of judging this new format. We cover the ruleset, format, the Andrew Tackett vs Kade Ruotolo, and Kade Ruotolo vs Levi Jones-Leary matches. We also talk about Miha's new book, Modern Submission Grappling: The No Gi Submission Manual.
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In this episode we talk about Josh doing jiu jitsu at burning man, behind the scenes into Jake's development with the Outlier Database, some ideas with Sherpa Journal that I'm working on, and then we dive into Levi Jones Leary's guard retention and guard passing. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode I talk to Randall Dibble, who was a two time state qualifier in HS wrestling, a wrestling coach, and jiu jitsu purple belt who has competed extensively. We dive into how to get approach learning wrestling for beginners and go through the finish, attack, and setup for takedowns as well as various games/drills you can use. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, Jake and I talk about our thoughts after ADCC / CJI last weekend. We share highlights and thoughts on the format. We also discuss updates on the apps we're working on! Hope you enjoy.
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This episode is a little different! I do a solo episode and share some thoughts I have on the power of journaling for performance, sports psychology, and give some thoughts about the design of the alpha version of my new app!
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In this episode, I ask Jake about his thoughts on the CJI bracket and the ADCC divisions. He goes over stylistic match ups, and game plans for several athletes as we look at the brackets and divisions together. We also talk about our excitement meeting other fellow practioners and people who surround the sport! If you see us out there, some say hi!
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In this episode, I talk to Jake about my recent injuries with turf toe and pulling a muscle in my hip/glute area twice. We brainstorm some standing and grip fighting games and talk to Jake about his knee and rib injury and what it was like to come back to fully training. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode we discuss all things leg lock defense, we start the conversation discussing saddle / cross ashi, then move into straight ashi / single leg x, 90/10, 80/20, and 50/50. We mentioned the BJJ Mental Models episode on Open Guard Leg Entanglements and the Gordan Ryan vs Nicky Rod match as good resources to dive into related to the topic. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, Jake and I talk about learnings we're finding with tripod passing, helpful games and techniques to try to progress, takeaways from the recent Greg Souders interview, and updates on progress on Jake's Outlier Database and Sherpa, my journaling app for athletes. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk to Greg Souders. We hope you can use this framework to help design practice on working certain skills of destabilization, isolation, and segmentation. We deep dive into his conceptual framework of what jiu jitsu is, and the invariants and priorities for the main scenarios in the game: Guard, Pinning, Submissions, Standing, and Leg Entanglements. At the end, we discuss external/internal focus of attention, and insights into Greg's reflections on the Deandre vs Ethan match at WNO 24.
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In this episode, we talk about passing half-guard, clearing the knee shield, and dealing with the butterfly half guard. We also discuss progress Josh is making with the seatbelt, and finishing the back take. At the end we revisit ideas from designated winner vs constraint led approach. Hope you enjoy!
Checkout Jake's Outlier Database with Andrew Tackett using the leg drag against the butterfly half guard and another example of the scoop grip to clear the knee shield.
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In this episode, we looked back at the WNO 24 Gordon Ryan vs Josh Saunders and lessons learned from that match and others, and lessons learned from our recent injuries with Jake's rib and Josh's foot. Fun times. Hope you enjoy!
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Josh has been wanting to add leg entanglements into his guard to make his guard more dynamic and offensive. We discuss potential games to play, and talk about how get started with leg entaglements!
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In this episode, we talk with Josh Beam. We talk about his story of becoming a nomad and traveling the world while competing nearly every weekend. He shared insights into his mindset and philosophies, including Stocism, and how that shows up in life and in jiu jitsu. We also discuss Ecological Dynamics, the Constraint-Led Approach, and how Josh self-directs his coaching now. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about how to upgrade your back control from when you secure a seatbelt but have no hooks. Josh has been having trouble establishing better back control from this position and Jake provides some insights and details. Hope you find it helpful!
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In this episode, we talk to Andy Moon from BackOnTheMatPT! We discuss the most common injuries he sees, how to treat and prevent those injuries, how to bridge physical therapy and healing from injury to actually getting back on the mat and returning to sport, common misconceptions when it comes to physical therapy, tendonitis, arthritis, and more. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we catch up on what Jake's been working on lately, thoughts on Craig Jones Invitational, Half Guard, various styles of passing and guard, details around the body lock pass, and more. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk to Matt Halpern! He's the drummer in Periphery, co-founder of getgooddrums.com, avid jiu jitsu practioner, and all around awesome dude. We talk about the logistics of training jiu jitsu while on the road, how Matt keeps himself safe while rolling so he doesn't put himself at risk as a drummer, mental health, and a whole lot more. Hope you enjoy his unique journey and story!
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In this episode, we catch up on all things. We recap Josh's 3rd competition, Jake's progress in redesigning the Outlier Database, and progress made in Sherpa, Josh's journal app for athletes.
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In this episode we explore the idea of how fast you can learn a new skill. We talk about skills that came easy to Jake and others that are harder to pick up, Jake's observations from watching his students learn, and other random thoughts around the illusive subject of trying to learn skills quickly.
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In this episode, we talk with Trey from Slime Mold Grappling Club. What makes Trey so unique is he is a white belt facilitating jiu jitsu practice using the principals from ecological dynamics and the contraint based approach to learning. We discuss how he got started, favorite games, and workshop a few games to help Josh improve his jiu jitsu. You can follow Slime MoldGrappling Club on Instagram here. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, Josh Lu is on the other side of the interview with Joe Hannan from BJJ Meditations! Hope you enjoy. From BJJ Meditations Podcast:
Josh is a white belt based in San Diego, CA. He's been meditating for 12 years and has spent a total of 45 days (spread out over the years) on silent retreat. He's currently pursuing a mindfulness meditation teacher certification.
In this conversation, we discuss the psychological challenges of competing in Jiu Jitsu and the importance of authenticity in finding one's own style. We explore the paradox of change and the illusion of self-improvement, emphasizing the value of being present and accepting oneself. The conversation also touches on the connection between Jiu Jitsu and Boyd Varty's idea of tracking, as well as the application of Jiu Jitsu lessons to life. Josh provides guidance on getting started with mindfulness and the role of journaling in cultivating self-awareness. And the conversation concludes with a guided meditation practice.
Some weird thoughts and reflections on all of these things in this week's BJJ Meditations.
- 00:05:50 Reflection on the recent competition
- 00:09:01 Exploring shame and mindfulness
- 00:11:55 The feeling side of human experience
- 00:16:00 The practice of patience and discipline
- 00:19:04 The importance of an embodied practice
- 00:21:15 Using mindfulness in coaching
- 00:28:52 The journey into meditation
- 00:32:01 The interrelationship between meditation and jiu-jitsu
- 00:33:51 The value of mystery and the unknown
- 00:37:56 Navigating the plateau in jiu-jitsu
- 00:41:34 Optimizing for the long haul
- 00:42:29 The Psychological Challenges of Competing
- 00:44:09 The Paradox of Change
- 00:44:51 The Illusion of Self-Improvement
- 00:46:21 Being Authentic in Jiu-Jitsu
- 00:47:35 Finding Your Own Style
- 00:49:00 Discovering Your Passion
- 00:50:39 The Themes of Jiu-Jitsu in Life
- 00:53:38 Trusting Your Intuition
- 00:55:11 The Connection Between Jiu-Jitsu and Tracking
- 00:56:18 The Value of Being Authentic
- 00:57:36 Applying Jiu-Jitsu Lessons to Life
- 00:58:18 Getting Started with Mindfulness
- 01:00:31 The Role of Journaling in Mindfulness
- 01:02:28 Externalizing Internal Thoughts and Emotions
- 01:03:13 Using Humor to Disarm Negative Emotions
- 01:04:29 Avoiding Value Judgments in Language
- 01:08:23 Guided Meditation Practice
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In this episode, we break down the four matches Josh had in his second-ever competition. We go over things he did well, what mistakes were made, and brainstormed games to focus on to make improvements in his game. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about the week leading up to Josh's competition, the tiny bit of weight cutting he had to do, and his mindset. We then dive deep into the back, various back positions and sub positions, games for improving at the back, and more. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talked to our buddy Michael Marrewa. Mike is one of Josh's main training partners for their ecological/constraint-led approach training at the home garage. Mike just got back from the Ecological Dynamics camp out on the East Coast with Greg Souders, Josh Peacock, Scott Sievewright, Rob Cole, and others and shared his recent learnings with us. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about the recent UFC Fight Pass Invitational 6, IBJJF rulesets, reflections on lessons from our guests, looking back on Jake's launch of the Database, lessons learned, and an exciting announcement of Josh's new journaling app he's building for athletes.
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In this episode, we talk about Josh's prep for his second competition. We simplified prep work a lot compared to his first competition and decided to just focus on one part of his game. Hope you enjoy it!
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In this episode, we talk to Kabir Bath. Kabir is a black belt under Rafael Lovato Jr, Founder of Kaboom BJJ just outside of Vancouver, Canada, and has been training for 18 years, coaching for 17 years, and running his academy for the last 12 years. We deep dive into ecological dynamics, the constraint-led approach, and how to design games to maximize your training. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about the Kimura. Following up on the episode about what submission Josh should try to add to his arsenal, we decided to go deeper into the Kimura and discuss what games might be good to start with to learn this new grip and submission. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk to Joe Hannan! Joe is a black belt, partner at Princeton BJJ, and works in peak performance consulting with Emily Kwok and Josh Waitzkin. We talk about lessons learned from Emily and Josh, BJJ Labs, finding meaning and purpose in the path of jiu-jitsu, the importance of mindfulness, peak performance coaching, and much more. Hope you enjoy the episode as much as we did!
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In this episode, we talk about what submission Josh should learn next. The only one he's focused on so far has been the rear naked choke, but is looking into what submission to focus on next. We talk about the six submission systems that Danaher teaches: Rear Strangles, Kimura, Triangles, Heel Hooks, Guillotines, and Armbars. We also talk about the filters Danaher mentioned as a way he thinks about what defines a high percentage move: mechanically strong, simple, available, outcome, risk/reward, and comparability with other moves. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk with Miles Lukas! Black Belt under Dave Camarillo, Certified Wim Hof Instructor II, and all-around fun guy to listen to. We discuss the various benefits of breathwork, protocols for competition nerves, breathing during hard sparring/rolls, ice bath protocols, breathwork tips for the cold, the Wim Hof Method, and a few other stories sprinkled in. Hope you enjoy!
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For awesome post rolling conversations with Miles and Nick, listen to the Post Rolls Podcast
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In this episode, we catch up on all things ecological approach, and constraint-based learning. We riff on lessons learned, reflections of how Jake's been teaching, what games we enjoy using to learn new skills, and more. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we Have Stan Pogrebinsky on. He's a certified Physical Trainer, Massage Therapist, and jiu jitsu Black Belt. We talk about the most common imbalances in the body from jiu jitsu, what that leads to, common jiu jitsu injuries, how to release and stretch those parts, and the top three things you should be doing to take care of your body and increase longevity in the sport. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about wrestling up. We go over a general overview of what wrestling up is, when to use it, the advantages and disadvantages, wrestle ups and leg entanglements, the newer "rumble passing" style of jiu jitsu players, the overlap between wrestling and jiu jitsu, and we end with a few insights Jake learned from Danaher himself. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we revisit the back! We talk about Jake's motivation behind revisiting the back study, controlling the back, finishing the rear naked choke, trapping the arm on the top side vs bottom side, the mandible strangle, one arm rear naked chokes and more. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about inversions. Is this movement necessary to learn? When are inversions used? We talk about using inversions of defense vs offense, how to approach starting to learn the movement, and when to use inversions. We also cover a couple of items on the safety/risk of inversions. Hope you enjoy!
Here's a youtube video of Lachlan Giles talking about Inversions and the safety. And a youtube video on inversion drills.
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In this episode, we catch up and talk about Josh's meditation retreat, lessons from meditation applied to jiu jitsu, Jake's experiments with Jiu Jitsu "Labs" for his morning training sessions, and thoughts on Jozef Chen's new instructional on BJJ Fanatics! Hope you enjoy.
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This episode is a little different. We took the audio from Jake's Youtube Video of the full conversation he had with Jozef Chen and his coach Dima as they shared their tactics and strategies for helping Jozef prepare for ADCC. Super insightful and we're hoping that hosting the audio here on the podcast will make it more accessible to you all and give another option for listening outside of Youtube. Hope you enjoy it!
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In this episode, we catch up on how our training has been lately, thoughts on the UFC Fight Pass Invitational 5, Josh's experience going through John Danaher's newest instructional about back attacks and the rear naked choke, his experience working on jiu jitsu outside of the gym, personalizing training, and our favorite mouthguards. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about the pros and cons of passing standing vs kneeling, and how to exploit those dynamics. We also talk about the pros and cons of focusing on passing standing vs passing kneeling as a beginner, and what advantages there are to learning one style first over another. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we revisit the question of maximizing open sparring. At most gyms, there's a portion of class dedicated to open sparring, and how to truly gain the most during that time. For beginners, we feel like most of open sparring is spent in so many positions, it can be challenging to close the loop on specific positions or lessons of what works and what doesn't. We discuss Jake's advice on how to ask questions and use conversation with our training partners to get the most learning from open sparring. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode we breakdown Jake's lessons and takeaways from Gordon Ryan vs Patrick Gaudio. We focus mainly on guard passing techniques and principles around pummeling, the dilema between splitting the legs vs smashing the legs/knees together, and more. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk with Eric Uresk. Eric has lived many lives, formerly a homeless drug addict who grew past his criminal life and moved into the martial arts. Eric is a black belt in jiu jitsu and judo, spent over a decade as a professional fighter, is the former head coach at Phuket Top Team, and co-head coach at Tiger Muay Thai. He's worked with athletes ranging from professional UFC fighters, One Championship fighters, Jocko Willink, Dominic Cruz, and more. Nowadays, he coaches high performers through work-life imbalance, facing risk, relationships, communication, healing, growth, mindset, high performance, and more.
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In this episode, we catch up on Jake's visit to Renzo's, taking classes with John Danaher, Nicky Rod, Jozef Chen, and more. We cover topics on learning how to wrestle, how hard to go when visiting a new gym, a few fundamentals of wrestling and the standing position, and more. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about learning to focus, prioritize, and plan what skill areas to work on. There's a balance between jumping into something new every class vs sticking with one skill for way too long. We discuss watching instructionals, working on offense vs defense, the fun factor, and balancing the technique of the day in class. There are unlimited techniques to focus on, how many is too many at once? How do we get more intentional? These are questions we try to tackle. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we have Brad Bentley back on from Process Jiu Jitsu and Yoga in Boise, Idaho! We cover lessons learned as a gym owner going into his second year, growing as a coach, implementing ecological games, and lessons from competition. Hope you enjoy!
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Lately, Josh has been getting stuck in Knee Shield Half Guard so today we talk about how to progress your position. We cover the principle of connecting to the opponents upper body, different tactics for doing so, the dilemma of attaching to the near vs far arm, how to prevent the underhook and other attacking topics. Hope you enjoy!
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Here’s Jake’s YouTube video we referenced on the relationship between high knee shield, low knee shield, and butterfly half guard.
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This episode is a little different. Josh does a solo episode and shares his top three lessons from his first 100 jiu jitsu classes! The lessons are: to relax, clarify your intentions, and pave your own way. He concludes with one actionable piece of advice to incorporate these lessons. Hope you enjoy the solocast!
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In this episode, we talk about a bunch of topics! Josh moved up north in San Diego and decided to join Legion American Jiu Jitsu. We talk about the class structure there, his first impressions, and more. Jake tells us his opinion of seminars, the story of his recent wrist injury from rolling, lessons from the high-tripod type of passing, our experiences with cold plunging and more. We also talk about the ecological approach and evolutions in how Jake's been utilizing this approach in his teaching. Hope you enjoy!
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Are you ready to conquer half-guard passing in Jiu-Jitsu and dramatically improve your game? In this episode, we talk about effective half-guard passing strategies including how to respond to various posts, frames, and knee shields. We also talk about the intricacies of the upper and lower body battles during the pass. Hope you enjoy it!
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Josh moved to another part of San Diego, so in this episode, we discuss looking for a new gym and think through certain criteria of what's important when looking for a new gym that fits your goals. We also chat about finishing the rear naked choke, a podcast favorite. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we discuss the complexity of guard passing and try to simplify the learning. We discuss checkpoints, a few games to try to get better at passing guard, and the difference between passing a seated vs supine opponent. Hope you enjoy it!
Here's the Greg Souders video we mentioned in the episode!
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In this episode, we dive into a variety of topics. We touch base on our jiu jitsu journey's, discuss Josh's unique experience at Burning Man this year, share thoughts on injury recovery and returning to the jiu jitsu mat, explore the K Guard technique, delve into the connection between leg locks and back takes, discuss the ecological approach, touch on AI, and even chat about hunting and fishing. These check-in episodes are becoming a blend of jiu jitsu chatter and other random topics. We hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we dive into the intricate realm of open guard. We discuss Jake's insights regarding the most suitable guards for beginners. We explore the hierarchical structure among guards like Dela Riva, Reverse Dela Riva, Butterfly, Clamp Guard, K-Guard, Single Leg X, X-Guard, and others. Jake outlines distinct strategies for facing a standing opponent versus a kneeling one, pinpointing the applicable guards for each case. Additionally, we generate ideas for training games aimed at enhancing your open guard skills. Hope you enjoy! Thanks for the continued support.
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In this episode, we talk about the ecological approach as well as using games to turn knowledge into skills in jiu jitsu. We cover what the ecological approach is, and then brainstorm live on how to build games to get better at Turtle and Front Headlock positions. Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening!
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Ever thought about how your physical activities today will shape your health at a hundred years old? In this episode, we share a personal account of Josh's recent back injury, an unexpected early arthritis diagnosis, and how this has turned his focus towards maintaining our bodies for future activities. Drawing from Peter Attia's concept of the Centenarian Olympics, we emphasize the importance of physical therapy and strength training as our commitment to being fit for our personal 'Olympics' at a hundred years old.
As we journey through the balancing act of physical exertion and preserving health, we delve into the transition of Peter Attia's concepts of Medicine 2.0 to Medicine 3.0. This shift encourages individuals to take greater responsibility for their health, aiming for early disease detection and mitigating their effects. We discuss how this understanding of lifespan versus healthspan can inspire us to take preventive measures and reduce the risk of injury.
On a different note, we explore the Outlier Database as a tool to navigate the vast sea of jiu jitsu content in search of specific techniques, sequences, and more. We discuss the iterative approach in software development, AI bias, and the ethical dilemmas in decision-making around atomic weapons and artificial intelligence. We also reflect on the story of Robert Oppenheimer - the father of the atomic bomb and his search for ethical balance during times of war. Join us for this engaging, thought-provoking episode that's not just about maintaining physical health, but also about leveraging technology and making ethically sound decisions.
This one is a little different. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about getting stuck in bottom mount and how to escape. We cover concepts such as inside elbow position, keeping your posture rounded on bottom, the various positions within mount, and how to respond to each position. We also cover the infamous kipping escape! Hope you enjoy.
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In this episode, we talk with Kieren Lefevre, a Strength and Conditioning Coach, Certified Fitness Trainer, and ISSN-Sports Nutrition Specialist who focuses on performance for jiu jitsu athletes. We cover topics such as strength, power, cardio, mobility, flexibility, and more as it relates to the physical demands of jiu jitsu. Kieren gives a handful of protocols, a few key movements, and concepts for both performance and longevity in the sport. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about the grip battle in open guard. We talk about getting the initial grips as the bottom player, the concept of creating multiple problems, getting set up, and funneling your opponent into your game. Jake shares concepts from Mikey Musumeci's Open Guard course, De La Riva, Reverse De La Riva, X-Guard, directions for off-balancing, and more. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about Jake’s recent trip to Renzo Gracie in Austin, Texas. We share observations about the culture, class structure, lessons from the greats, and takeaways Jake has for his own training. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode we extract the lessons learned from Josh's first competition and discuss new goals and focus areas for continued improvement on the jiu jitsu journey. We cover jiu jitsu cardio, the mental game, escapes, front headlock position, and more. We also talk about the various positional games and training that Josh is going to focus on next for improvement. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we recap Josh's first competition experience! We go over the play-by-play of how the competition went over the last weekend. In future episodes, we'll talk about lessons learned, changes to Josh's training approach, and what to focus on next to keep improving. Hope you enjoy the recap!
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In this episode we sit down with Travis Motl from the Elbows Tight Podcast to talk about his journey through jiu jitsu, his recent competition last weekend, and share stories about being a content creator in this niche. We cover the top three lessons Travis learned from his first competition last weekend, advice for Josh's upcoming competition, advice for white belts starting out, how his academy has evolved over time, training overseas, and more. Hope you enjoy!
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What happens when you dedicate an entire hour to positional sparring and games at Marcelo Garcia's Academy in New York City? You'll learn the importance of exploration and experimentation in jiu jitsu, as Josh did in his recent visit. We discuss how this unique class structure allowed Josh to hone his skills and gain valuable insights.
Skill acquisition in jiu jitsu is a hot topic, and we dive deep into the benefits of experiencing different teaching methods and training environments. We talk about positional sparring and talk about how places like Marcelo Garcia's Academy are implementing these methods. Plus, we cover the importance of providing realistic resistance and how to progress with sparring as you become more advanced.
Lastly, we dive into Jake's process for creating his next instructional. Listen in as we discuss the dynamics of the open guard position and strategies for exhausting opponents. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about how to get the most out of open mat by being intentional. Josh has been having some trouble finding partners to positionally spar with, or work on specific skills rather than just sparring. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about Josh getting stuck defending. From playing open guard and defending a pass, the battle is defending and then finding openings to go into an off-balance or sweep. We discuss how to find those openings. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode we talk about focusing on what our opponent is trying to do versus focusing on what we're trying to do. It's a bit more esoteric and theoretical, but we had a ton of fun, and hope you enjoy.
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In this episode, we talk about Jake's first two competitions as a blue and purple belt and dig into some lessons learned. We hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about Josh's eight-week competition training plan. It starts with positional sparring, then linked positional sparring, full sparring, and a taper week. We also cover Josh's light physical training plan for the eight weeks. Josh competes in his first competition at 155 lbs in No Gi, White Belt Division at Grappling Industries in San Diego on June 24th. The countdown begins!
Hope you enjoy our conversation! Here are links to what we mentioned:
- PDF of Josh's Training Plan
- Around the Legs Passing No Gi Submeta Course
- Episode #12 with Brad Bentley
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In our check-in series, we share updates and discuss what we're each exploring in our journeys. In this episode, we recap Josh's trip to Hawaii, getting to train with Jake 1-1, and in his group class, ADCC data, Josh's move to San Diego and joining Jocko Willink's gym, Victory MMA, and Josh preparing for his first competition coming up at the end of June. It's a packed one, hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about all things wrestling. How beginners should approach it, is it important to learn at the early stage, and ideas about how one can start learning.
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In this episode we cover Josh's fears and questions when it comes to rolling and sparring with bigger opponents. In case you didn't know, Josh is a tall skinny dude and in a previous episode talked about how he broke his hand rolling too hard against a bigger opponent and has since been hesitant in these situations. We talk about how to approach rolling with bigger opponents from top position, bottom, the importance of frames, and what value we get from these rolls. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode we talk with Josh Richards from JoshRichBJJ on Youtube. Josh has been training for 3.5 years and just got his purple belt! He's an avid competitor and posts awesome video recaps and stories on his channel. Follow Josh on Youtube and Instagram.
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In this episode, we talk about the bane of white belts, getting stuck in bottom side control. We talk about the principles of inside position, majority inside position, and techniques Jake used when he first started escaping side control versus a principle-based approach he uses now. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode, we talk about the different benefits of filming your rolls from helping us understand the "why" versus the "what" is working or not working, getting more feedback from more people, and taking your jiu jitsu progression into your own hands. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about a few different class structures that Josh got to see while traveling through Europe and the pros and cons of those classes. We discuss guard passing, turtle, and how to learn more efficiently. We also discuss a few studies from High Percentage Martial Arts that showed which submissions were most common in competition jiu jitsu and how this might impact what we prioritize in our training.
In this episode, we talk about how white belt's should think about leg locks, how to stay safe, what types of leg locks there are, how the breaking mechanics work, and how beginners should think about leg locks in the game of jiu jitsu. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode, we talk about how to get the most out of rolling with people who aren't as skilled as you. Josh recently had a surprisingly "successful" sparring session and was wondering if he should've practiced defensive skills like pin escapes from side control rather than choking out other newbies. We cover topics and the approach from top, bottom, the role that motivation and fun play into this question, and how to roll with smaller people too. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode, we talk about the various philosophies and methods around belt promotions. From curriculums, to promotion nights, tests, randomly being promoted, the behind the scene conversations instructors may have around promotions, the gauntlet, and more. It's a fun one and we hope you enjoy!
In this check-in episode we talk about the jiu jitsu classes Josh took in Austria and Poland, Jake's thoughts on his recent appearance on the BJJ Mental Models podcast, his role as an analyst, his new course, what he's focusing on in building his personal jiu jitsu game, and more.
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In this episode we talk about how to deal with mat burns, cauliflower ear, tweaks to fingers, toes, cuts, bruises, tweaks, and other annoyances that happen during the jiu jitsu journey.
In this episode we talk about different routines and protocols to follow after a jiu jitsu class to retain the information and get the most out of learning. As they say, a good jiu jitsu class should make the mind more tired than the body. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we talk about "being too nice" in jiu jitsu, fears around breaking mechanics, not wanting to hurt people, and how to balance aggression, being forceful, and skill development in the journey of improving at jiu jitsu. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode, we talk about Josh's first class at the new gym where they didn't spar at all. Instead, class time was spent only drilling and positional sparring. We talk about drilling vs sparring, defense vs resistance, and learning how to define a goal as a beginner. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode we discuss what makes up someone's style in jiu jitsu. We explore personality, body type, attributes, personal interest, and other factors that make up the "art" in martial arts. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode, we check in and talk about Josh's progress and experience coming back to jiu jitsu after three months off while traveling. Josh talks about going to a new gym, throwing up during sparring, asks for guard retention advice, and Jake talks about exciting news for the community he's building online.
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In this episode, we change it up and have our first guest on the show. Brad Bentley is the owner of Process Jiu Jitsu and Yoga in Boise, Idaho and was Josh's first coach during the couple months he spent training in Boise. Brad has an incredible thoughtful approach, authenticity, and wisdom to learn from.
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In this episode, we talk about the toughest time Jake's had on his jiu jitsu journey and how he got out of that time. We also talk about common factors on the path that can make times tough. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode we talk about the differences between Gi or No Gi jiu jitsu. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode, we talk about what to look for in a good jiu jitsu gym, what are some red flags, and how this is unique for each athlete depending on your goals.
In this episode, we talk about what optimal training would look like for beginners, intermediate, vs advanced Jiu Jitsu players. What's the optimal mix of drilling, learning new techniques, sparring, positional sparring, watching online instructions...etc look like at these different stages? We dig into the learning curve and what to focus on at each stage in this episode. Hope you enjoy!
We started a new episode series for our "check-ins" so we can talk about where we're at in our jiu jitsu journey, check in on progress, and be intentional about how we're learning and improving. Hope you enjoy this series!
In this episode we look at the topic of competitions and who they're good for, what the pros and cons are, and if a beginner should consider competitions.
In this episode, we talk about finding your flow in jiu jitsu and dig into the most fun Jake's had during his journey of jiu jitsu to try to find what make him find his flow of improving quickly while enjoying the journey.
In this episode, we introduce ourselves to the jiu jitsu community, talk about our backgrounds, and the idea behind this podcast to help beginners progress in their journey's through jiu jitsu by following the mentorship between Jake Luigi and Josh Lu. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode we talk about how Josh broke his hand doing jiu jitsu, how to prevent injuries overall, and how to improve and learn while injured. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode we talk about Josh's experience getting to watch jiu jitsu live for the first time at ADCC and Josh asks Jake about how to get the most learning out of watching jiu jitsu videos, tournaments, or live.