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Joe Rogan Explains Why He Thinks Jiu-Jitsu Beats Striking For Self-Defense

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September 16, 2026

In a recent episode of the JRE podcast, Joe Rogan shared why he believes Jiu-Jitsu offers better self-defense preparation than striking-based martial arts. He and Andrew Huberman discussed fear, composure under pressure, and how different combat disciplines train the nervous system for chaotic situations. Rogan, a longtime martial arts commentator and black belt in Brazilian […]

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