BJJ Podcasts

Are deadlifts wreaking havoc on your back? In our latest episode, we address the misconceptions surrounding this staple exercise and provide tailored solutions to alleviate discomfort while maximizing your strength gains. Listen here for some insight on how you can make your way back to deadlifting and being strong as f*** on the mats. Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today: iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletp... Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof Unlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16 https://submeta.io/

Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by [Black Belt Digital Marketing](https://www.bbdigitalmarketing.com/) and [AcademySafe.org](https://academysafe.org/) 3rd-degree black belt Thomas Rozdzynski returns to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies podcast for his third appearance! Thomas trained under the legendary Carlson Gracie and is a wealth of knowledge, with experience as an instructor, academy owner, and host of his own popular podcast, The RõL Radio. Whether you're a seasoned grappler or just starting your BJJ journey, you won't want to miss this insightful conversation with a respected voice in the Jiu-Jitsu community. Instagram Handles: @rozdzynskibjj @therolradio @rol_academy @rolacademytv Thank you to Episode Sponsors: [Black Belt Digital Marketing](https://www.bbdigitalmarketing.com/) - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! [Academy Safe - Join or Donate now](https://academysafe.org/) [Leheal Biogenix](https://leheal.com/) - Regenerative Medicine - [Learn More Here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-lOsKWrCn0) [BioPro](https://bioproteintech.com/)- Get $30 OFF orders of $295 or more with Code: JJD [Flow N Roll](https://www.flownroll.com/) - Get 20% OFF with code: JJD [Leao Optics](https://leaooptics.com/?aff=17) - Get 10% OFF with Code: JJD [The BJJ Box](https://www.thebjjbox.com/)- Get 20% OFF your first box with Code: JJD20 [Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store](https://www.jiujitsudummies.shop/) - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jiujitsudummies/), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/JiuJitsuDummies/), and [Twitter](https://twitter.com/jiujitsudummies) or at [milton@jiujitsudummies.com](mailto:milton@jiujitsudummies.com) to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@jiujitsudummiespodcast) @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit [Jiu Jitsu Dummies](http://www.jiujitsudummies.com/) for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

Can the right balance of strength training and BJJ practice elevate your performance on the mats? What do you do when childish behavior seeps into the adult class? What strength training is best for BJJ and why is it Strongman??? Find it all out here on todays QNA episode... Leave us a question for the next QNA episode: https://bulletproofforbjj.com/podcast Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today: iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletp... Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof Unlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16 https://submeta.io/

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss BJJ competitions and how to get the most out of your competition experience. We discuss how competition makes your BJJ better, how competitions can help with training intensity, the realization regarding competition nerves, how to improve on failures in competition, how competition losses can be incredibly motivating, how to improve after good competition performances, the importance of set ups when studying film, when to get back to training after competition, and when to compete again. If you are interested in training with Chewy at one of his camps, check out https://www.chewjitsutraining.com/camp Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Grapple Science" at https://grapplescience.com/ and use the code CHEWJITSU20 for 20% off of your purchase of supplements. Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to **https://bit.ly/chewjitsu30** and use the promo code Chewjitsu30 to get 30% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://epicrollbjj.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

I was thrilled to have Jeff Nelson on the show to talk about Spartans, Samurai, Ninja, developing confidence through jiu-jitsu, fight scenes in movies that drive us crazy, and pro-training at some of the best BJJ schools in the world. Follow Jeff on Instagram (@thoughtandmindjj) and check out his book Ninja Punks, @*&% OFF! on Amazon! Also check out my new book, Perseverance, Life and Death in the Subarctic on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Indigo, or your favorite local bookstore!

This week we're joined again by Mike Mahaffey! Best known as the "Old Bastard BJJ" guy, Mike joins us to discuss economy of motion in Jiu-Jitsu. We define economy of motion as: All else being equal, prefer the option that requires less movement. We unpack why this mental model is important, and how more athletic grapplers can violate this concept in favor of a movement-based game. Follow Mike on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/oldbastardbjj](https://www.instagram.com/oldbastardbjj) Check out upcoming BJJMM camps and events: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/events](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/events) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Economy of Motion [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/)- Path of Least Resistance [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/)- Static vs. Dynamic Control [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/)- Waypoints [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/waypoints/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/waypoints/)- Position Over Submission [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/)- Shifting Platforms [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shifting-platforms/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shifting-platforms/)- Investing in Loss [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/) **Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!** If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at **a fraction of the cost of a single private.** Sign up here for a free trial: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?** Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Follow us on social: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/) Music by Enterprize: [https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/](https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/)

Dr. Andrew Lock was a legend in the world of strength, rehab, and helping others. This clip is an excerpt from the episode we had the pleasure of filming with Dr. Lock some time ago. Listen to the full podcast here: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9HRp9j521w](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9HRp9j521w) Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today: iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletp... Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof Unlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16 https://submeta.io/

Play The Hits! This is an excerpt from one of our episodes on why do blue belts quit. Listen to the whole thing here: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqgXMFgoAQc](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqgXMFgoAQc) Listen here as to why we think 3 is the perfect number of jiu jitsu sessions per week, coupled with some strength and mobility. Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today: iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletp... Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof Unlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16 https://submeta.io/

In this week's mini-episode, we explain **body tethering!** When you clamp onto your opponent as you would via closed guard or a triangle choke, make sure that YOU control THEIR body's alignment, not the other way around. If they still have alignment they can pick you up, stack you, or slam you, which are especially dangerous if you're smaller. Don't be a tetherball! Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro) **Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!** If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at **a fraction of the cost of a single private.** Sign up here for a free trial: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?** Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Follow us on social: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/)

Join host Josh Mckinney as he goes through his Jiu-Jitsu journey to break down what every belt should be focused on. Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles (FREE) [BJJ Mental Models](https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/isuck) [Kicksite FREE 30 Day Trial](https://kicksite.com/josh-mckinney/) [Datsusara](https://www.dsgear.com/) 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK” Join[⁠ISAJJ PRO](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/suck) (ALL of Josh’s Courses in One Place) Join the[Gi Gazette](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/GG) [⁠Ask Questions/Suggest Topics⁠](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/ask) for the show Follow the show on[⁠ Instagram⁠](https://www.instagram.com/isuckatjiujitsushow) [⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠](https://www.youtube.com/@JoshMcKinney)

Thsi week the guys talk about whats been troubling Professor Miguel. Roye then poses the question "are you weak?" . Finally can Miguel guess the calories for popular snacks? All that and more

Play The Hits! This is an excerpt from one of our episodes on why do blue belts quit. Listen to the whole thing here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgkXHzNhYtA Listen here as to why we think blue belts quit so often, and how you can manage your expectations. Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today: iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletp... Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof Unlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16 https://submeta.io/

On this episode, we dive into news from around the jiu-jitsu community, an update on the FloGrappling rankings, and tier-list the best guards in jiu-jitsu! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom DeBlass joins the show to talk about bullying, being consistent in training while battling depression, and some final thoughts on his recent debate about the Ecological approach in Jiu-Jitsu. He also gives some technical insight on Half Guard!

Joe Miller is the founder and CEO of "1st Optimal", a telehealth functional medicine company dedicated to helping high performing men and women optimize their hormones, longevity, and overall health through personalized treatment plans that integrate lifestyle, exercise, supplementation, nutrition, and medications. With a deep passion for evidence-based medicine, functional health, and precision diagnostics, Joe has built a platform that bridges the gap between traditional healthcare and modern, proactive wellness strategies. On this episode Joe discusses how "1st Optimal" utilizes extensive testing to provide an optimal treatment plan to improve health and function, how the current healthcare model treats around "sick care" which limits treatment options as opposed to a Functional Medicine, gut health and what negatively effects it, recommendations for improved recovery, when to utilize carbohydrates for performance, energy, and recovery, common things that negatively impact hormones, the difference between total testosterone and free testosterone, natural supplements to boost testosterone production, negative effects from Testosterone, thoughts on steroids, and resources for supplements. To work with Joe and his team and learn more about "1st Optimal" head over to https://1stoptimal.com/ Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Grapple Science" at https://grapplescience.com/ and use the code CHEWJITSU20 for 20% off of your purchase of supplements. Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to **https://bit.ly/chewjitsu30** and use the promo code Chewjitsu30 to get 30% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://epicrollbjj.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

This week we're joined again by Josh "Kintanon" Wentworth from Apex MMA in Covington, Georgia! In this episode, Josh discusses "social contracts" in Jiu-Jitsu and how to break them. Social contracts are the unwritten rules we abide by, which often aren't actually rules. Social contracts can become invisible mental scripts and self-limiting habits that hold us back from our best performance in every roll. Follow Josh on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/apexconyers](https://www.instagram.com/apexconyers) Train with Josh at Apex MMA in Covington, Georgia: [https://www.apexconyers.com/](https://www.apexconyers.com/) Annoy Josh on Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/u/kintanon](https://www.reddit.com/u/kintanon) **Resources discussed in this episode:** The Meanest Shit You've Ever Seen, feat. Andy Stolarik (requires BJJMM Premium) [https://bit.ly/meanestshit](https://bit.ly/meanestshit) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Do What Works [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/)- Prevention Over Cure [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/)- Technique Chaining [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/)- You Are What You Train [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train/)- Dictate the Pace [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/)- Win Conditions [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/)- Asymmetric Warfare [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/)- Grips Dictate Position [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/)- Pattern Interrupts [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/)- Certainty Heuristic [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/certainty-heuristic/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/certainty-heuristic/) **Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!** If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at **a fraction of the cost of a single private.** Sign up here for a free trial: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?** Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Follow us on social: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/) Music by Enterprize: [https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/](https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/)

What if sitting on the couch, in chairs, and all the sorts of furniture is killing our hips and mobility all around. There is one small change you can make, if even only for a small portion of everyday, that will completely change your mobility. Tune in to find out how sitting on the floor will change your life for the better. Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today: iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletp... Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof Unlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16 https://submeta.io/

We are back in studio to recap all of the best storylines from WNO 26 in Costa Mesa, CA! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive into the full card for WNO 26, which matches we think could be slobberknockers, and draft the matches we think will end in submission! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Aitken joins the podcast to talk about how he started training jiu-jitsu, his upcoming WNO match against Luccas Lira, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marcelo Garcia joins the show to talk about his return to competition, a lifetime dedicated to jiu-jitsu, and why he wants his kids to see him compete! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by [Black Belt Digital Marketing](https://www.bbdigitalmarketing.com/) and [AcademySafe.org](https://academysafe.org/) Join the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast this week as we feature 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Pompano Beach! Owner Matt Walsh and black belt Paul Geller share their passion for the art and insights on the jiu-jitsu community. They'll touch on recent jiu-jitsu news, including the controversial IBJJF spitting incident Matt was involved with a few months back, and offer valuable tips for grapplers of all levels. Instagram Handle: @10thplanetpompano Thank you to Episode Sponsors: [Black Belt Digital Marketing](https://www.bbdigitalmarketing.com/) - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! [Academy Safe - Join or Donate now](https://academysafe.org/) [Leheal Biogenix](https://leheal.com/) - Regenerative Medicine - [Learn More Here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-lOsKWrCn0) [BioPro](https://bioproteintech.com/)- Get $30 OFF orders of $295 or more with Code: JJD [Flow N Roll](https://www.flownroll.com/) - Get 20% OFF with code: JJD [Leao Optics](https://leaooptics.com/?aff=17) - Get 10% OFF with Code: JJD [The BJJ Box](https://www.thebjjbox.com/)- Get 20% OFF your first box with Code: JJD20 [Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store](https://www.jiujitsudummies.shop/) - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jiujitsudummies/), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/JiuJitsuDummies/), and [Twitter](https://twitter.com/jiujitsudummies) or at [milton@jiujitsudummies.com](mailto:milton@jiujitsudummies.com) to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@jiujitsudummiespodcast) @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit [Jiu Jitsu Dummies](http://www.jiujitsudummies.com/) for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

In this week's mini-episode, we explain the concept of **redundancies,** or how to ensure you have backup options if your plan fails. There are two ways to create redundancies in your technique: by using multiple points of control, and by having a solid "plan B." Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro) **Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!** If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at **a fraction of the cost of a single private.** Sign up here for a free trial: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?** Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Follow us on social: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/)

Chris Paines (@chrisvillainbjj) got tired of "how to defend everything" and recently decided to BAN Everything instead. Today I(@thejoshmckinney) get to talk to my favorite Englishman about a new training methodology that he is experimenting with that can prevent injuries, produce better grapplers, and even eliminate inner-gym conflict. Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles (FREE)[BJJ Mental Models](https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/isuck) FREE Copy of[⁠The 3 Lenses⁠](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3) Join[⁠ISAJJ PRO](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/suck) (ALL of Josh’s Courses in One Place) Join the[Gi Gazette](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/GG) [⁠Ask Questions/Suggest Topics⁠](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/ask) for the show Follow the show on[⁠ Instagram⁠](https://www.instagram.com/isuckatjiujitsushow) [⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠](https://www.youtube.com/@JoshMcKinney)