Competition

FIND OUT WHOSE CYRING over the Inside BJJ PGF Season 6 rankings. Jamie Carnall CLEANS UP from the BATHTUB! PLUS Hector and Mike join the show for the PGF Season 6 Mock Draft!

Guilherme Radames x William Carmona

Final da categoria Master 4 Pena Faixa preta Joeliton Barreto x Adalberto da Silva

Rayssa Cogo Barreto Ishikawa x Rebeca Ferreira Santos

Welcome to a special episode of the "I Suck at Jiu Jitsu Show." I'm your host, Josh McKinney, and today, we're diving deep into the heart of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitions. With over 200 episodes behind us, we've explored various facets of BJJ, from techniques and training to mindset and beyond. This episode, however, is a tribute to the transformative power of competition. Why compete? It's more than just medals and accolades. Competing in BJJ offers a unique opportunity to confront fears, test your skills in real-time, and foster a growth mindset that transcends the mats. Through personal anecdotes and stories from my own journey and those of my students, we'll explore how competition shapes us into not just better practitioners, but resilient individuals. Whether you're on the fence about signing up for your first tournament or a seasoned competitor, this episode is for you. We'll discuss managing nerves, the importance of testing your game against unknown opponents, and how the mindset developed through competition can help you tackle life's challenges. So, are you ready to embrace the struggle, learn from fear, and grow through competition? Join me as we celebrate the journey of competing in BJJ. Join[⁠ISAJJ PRO⁠](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/suck)(every course Josh has ever made) [⁠Ask Questions/Suggest Topics⁠](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/ask) for the show FREE Copy of[⁠The 3 Lenses⁠](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3) Follow the show on[⁠ Instagram⁠](https://www.instagram.com/isuckatjiujitsushow) [⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠](https://www.youtube.com/@JoshMcKinney) Remember to like, subscribe, and share your competition stories in the comments below!

Joeliton Barreto x Edvaldo Cardoso

GET SIMPLIFIED with NickyRod, JayRod, Ethan, & Damien you might learn a thing or two or not! Nicky Rod, widely known as the Black Belt Slayer, hail’s from New Jersey, the land of pizza & biceps. He is a two time ADCC silver medalist, an EBI absolute world champion, as well as the world's most beautiful grappler. Nicky Rods Instructionals: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/d.. . Ethan Crelinsten, clearly the most intelligent and most good looking of the the three Simple Men, is a two time ADCC trials winner, as well as placing 1st in thousands of other tournaments. His grappling prowess goes far beyond what Nicky rod and Damien hope to acquire. As you listen to the podcast, pay most attention to Ethan as he will most likely be saying the coolest shit. Ethan Crelinstens Instructionals: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/a.. . Damien Anderson is an ADCC Trials Bronze Medalist with multiple wins over multiple black belt world champions. Currently ranked 8th in the world at 145lbs and 9th at 155lbs. Also has ownership rights of Ethan Crelinsten Damien Andersons Instructionals: https://bjjdamienonline.teachable.com/ Nicky Rod, Damien Anderson & Ethan Crelinsten are based in Austin, Texas and roll daily at B-Team Jiu Jitsu. Produced by: https://www.instagram.com/jimnotjimmy/ (personal page) https://www.instagram.com/jim_shoots_things/ (prod. page) Make sure to visit our sponsors, MASF Supplements/ Violent Hippie use promo code "SIMPLEMAN" at check out to receive a 15% discount "BE KIND OR ELSE!" Wepsites: masfsupplements.com violenthippie.com Instagrams: https://www.instagram.com/violent__hippie/ https://www.instagram.com/masf_supplements/ Simple man instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesimplemanpodcast/ Merch Store: https://www.alvafitness.com/collections/simple-man-podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092264801089 Carne Jerky: https://www.instagram.com/carnejerky_/ NEW TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealsimplemanpodcast?lang=en Anaconda Fightwear: https://anacondafightwear.co/products/anacondakneebrace?gclid=CjwKCAiAlcyuBhBnEiwAOGZ2S6jy4e-hIsOD-_PV8qcvo-8N2YZ9YhZPMY80vCSfhdUT5APLzkcQRxoCnMQQAvD_BwE

Robert Drysdale talks about the history and future of Jiu-Jitsu. From the history of the rules, to the conundrum of needing a sport to grow the art. He also explains why he feels submission only events and rule sets are a mistake for the growth of the art

The guys are BACK with their TOP PICKS for best ELITE MILITARY fighting teams of ALL TIME! 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu standout Mike John joins the show to talk PGF Season 6. Long time friend of the show, Carl Sims, checks in to talk Proving Grounds Invitational coming up! Join us for all of the matside banter you're missing!

How do you approach rolling with women as a BJJ guy? What is the right way to go about making friends with team mates of the opposite sex? How to keep it respectful and be a good training partner so everyone has a good time on the mat. If you are the biggest person at your academy how do you prepare for Jiu-Jitsu competition if you only have smaller training partners - do you need to seek out larger training partners from another gym? "Stretching is pointless" (for Jiu-Jitsu)- Josh Saunders. Is this a relevant statement for the everyday BJJ practitioner or is it just another soundbite? The importance of stretching for BJJ longevity is clear but if you are focused on winning comps and going out in a blaze of glory- is it just a waste of time? Let us know your what you think... Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial: [https://bulletproofforbjj.com/register](https://bulletproofforbjj.com/register) Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 [https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof](https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof) Parry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 [https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals](https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals)

GET SIMPLIFIED with NickyRod, JayRod, Ethan, & Damien you might learn a thing or two or not! Nicky Rod, widely known as the Black Belt Slayer, hail’s from New Jersey, the land of pizza & biceps. He is a two time ADCC silver medalist, an EBI absolute world champion, as well as the world's most beautiful grappler. Nicky Rods Instructionals: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/d.. . Ethan Crelinsten, clearly the most intelligent and most good looking of the the three Simple Men, is a two time ADCC trials winner, as well as placing 1st in thousands of other tournaments. His grappling prowess goes far beyond what Nicky rod and Damien hope to acquire. As you listen to the podcast, pay most attention to Ethan as he will most likely be saying the coolest shit. Ethan Crelinstens Instructionals: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/a.. . Damien Anderson is an ADCC Trials Bronze Medalist with multiple wins over multiple black belt world champions. Currently ranked 8th in the world at 145lbs and 9th at 155lbs. Also has ownership rights of Ethan Crelinsten Damien Andersons Instructionals: https://bjjdamienonline.teachable.com/ Nicky Rod, Damien Anderson & Ethan Crelinsten are based in Austin, Texas and roll daily at B-Team Jiu Jitsu. Produced by: https://www.instagram.com/jimnotjimmy/ (personal page) https://www.instagram.com/jim_shoots_things/ (prod. page) Make sure to visit our sponsors, MASF Supplements/ Violent Hippie use promo code "SIMPLEMAN" at check out to receive a 15% discount "BE KIND OR ELSE!" Wepsites: masfsupplements.com violenthippie.com Instagrams: https://www.instagram.com/violent__hippie/ https://www.instagram.com/masf_supplements/ Simple man instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesimplemanpodcast/ Merch Store: https://www.alvafitness.com/collections/simple-man-podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092264801089 Carne Jerky: https://www.instagram.com/carnejerky_/ NEW TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealsimplemanpodcast?lang=en Anaconda Fightwear: https://anacondafightwear.co/products/anacondakneebrace?gclid=CjwKCAiAlcyuBhBnEiwAOGZ2S6jy4e-hIsOD-_PV8qcvo-8N2YZ9YhZPMY80vCSfhdUT5APLzkcQRxoCnMQQAvD_BwE

The guys are back! Jake Paul DODGES the entire roster of Punchout. Ryan Garcia's HAS FOUND THE MAGIC. Gordon Ryan SAYS NO TO ADCC CHEDDAR and everything else in between. PLUS - Renato Canuto joins the show to talk PGF Season 6, Fight Pass Invitational, and MORE!

This week we're joined again by Rob Biernacki! Fresh off winning his first world championship at 2023 IBJJF No Gi Worlds in the masters 4 black belt middleweight division, Rob joins us to unveil a new submission he's been developing for the past year: the roadhouse choke. It's a modified throat post choke that Rob recently used successfully in competition, and it's surprisingly legal under most rulesets. Watch Rob's demonstration of the roadhouse choke: [https://youtu.be/5-WKLUfG2H4](https://youtu.be/5-WKLUfG2H4) Watch Rob use the roadhouse choke in competition: [https://youtu.be/1AyB89AzkDs](https://youtu.be/1AyB89AzkDs) Buy Rob's roadhouse choke instructional: [https://bjjconcepts.net/roadhouse](https://bjjconcepts.net/roadhouse) Follow Rob on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/islandtopteam](https://www.instagram.com/islandtopteam) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Do What Works [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/)- Choking Mechanics [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/choking-mechanics/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/choking-mechanics/)- Predictable Responses [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/)- Committed Techniques [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/)- Opening Salvos [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/opening-salvos/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/opening-salvos/) **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/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

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Ethan Crelinstens Instructionals: [https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/a.](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1NfZmdlX2tBT0UyX2Q0NkJsalhqWnFPTnBhZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttWXFrMG82V0YtU3dkYlJDaVRWQVBmQ1REcXkyclV1LTd6dS12dExxR0d0ZHlhTnZ4bi0zN3R2aTEzUzJodW9ESDJDWC11RVFDV25pT3hBa1FuWHFVZGVuVEk3ZmpkMXphV3VQdjlyeTBOLThlS1hMZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbjjfanatics.com%2Fcollections%2Fa.&v=doWhdb5RHbA). . Damien Anderson is an ADCC Trials Bronze Medalist with multiple wins over multiple black belt world champions. Currently ranked 8th in the world at 145lbs and 9th at 155lbs. 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Viva Las Vegas! Tim and Andrew catch up on the Las Vegas Trip for the PGF Season 6 Qualifiers and the UFC Fight Pass Invitational!

In this special episode of the "I Suck at Jiu Jitsu Show," your host, Josh McKinney, takes you on a personal journey through his 16 years of training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. With over 200 episodes under our belt, we're diving deep into Josh's story, revealing the highs and lows of his competitive career, his evolving philosophy on training, and how embracing failure has been crucial to his development as an athlete and coach. Join Josh as he shares intimate details of his early days on the mats, the pivotal moments that shaped his approach to Jiu-Jitsu, and the lessons learned from countless battles lost and won. This episode is not just about the techniques but the mindset that drives success both on and off the mat. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to the show, you'll find inspiration and insight in Josh's story of perseverance, growth, and the relentless pursuit of excellence in Jiu-Jitsu. Don't forget to subscribe for more episodes that combine interviews with seasoned practitioners and Josh's solo monologues, all designed to teach you something important about Jiu-Jitsu, training, and the mindset required to excel in this art. [The 3 Lenses](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3) [Ask Us Anything](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/ask)

Diego "Pato" Oliveira joins the show to share his very moving life story from leaving home at 15 to pursue Jiu-Jitsu, to training without food for days on end and how hunger led to his first sponsorship. Hear about his incredible journey to becoming a world champion!

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene are joined by Judo Black Belt, BJJ Black Belt, and the guitarist from the band "Five Finger Death Punch," Zoltan Bathory. We are also joined by BJJ Black Belt and owner of "Epic Roll," Matt Wahlstrom. On this episode, Zo discusses his dream of moving to the United States to become a musician, starting Judo at 9 years old, the discipline instilled through martial arts, achieving the impossible through martial arts, the martial arts mindset, how Zo met Matt from "Epic Roll" and became a co-owner in the company, the crazy story of when Zo first met Royce Gracie, the process of learning BJJ, training your worst positions in BJJ, adjusting Judo takedowns to work for BJJ, the value of competition, building a partnership with the PGF (Professional Grappling Federation), what makes the PGF competition so unique, exciting, and different, and longevity for BJJ. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: 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://www.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

Adele Fornarino comes through on 2 weeks notice to snatch the fastest submission in Who's Number One History with an Aoki Lock. She is tied with Nicky Ryan with a 23 second victory over Amanda Alequin "Tubby BJJ." Joey has for the first time in his 13 year BJJ history started working on a specific game plan and training strategy. He has committed to a 6 week block of dedicated technique and positional study and work to improve his game- will it work? Stay tuned. JT goes to Bobby Sandhu's seminar and picks up some interesting insights about B-Team Jiu-Jitsu, MMA and positional fighting for the ADCC. JT also hears a legendary tale of Street Justice in the true style of Jorge Masvidal. A good friend of the podcast Kate, was attacked at work and had to step up to save the day against a large, aggressive gym bro! Using self defence she learned at Jiu-Jitsu from her coach. She was able to keep her cool, maintain the distance and defend herself and her partner. Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial: [https://bulletproofforbjj.com/register](https://bulletproofforbjj.com/register) Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 [https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof](https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof) Parry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 [https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals](https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals)

With a new age group, weight class, and training schedule can host Josh McKinney still compete? Find out in today's episode where Josh breaks down his matches at the Memphis Open and explains which methods from the podcast worked and which ones didn't! Check us out at simplfyingjiujitsu.com

Andy Varela is a 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and high level competitor. Andy joins the podcast to discuss his start in training MMA and then eventually focusing on Jiu-Jitsu at 21 years old, what it was like having a father who was an MMA coach, moving to Las Vegas to pursue a career MMA, competing in a grappling match against former UFC Middleweight Champion Sean Strickland, how he developed Jiu-Jitsu style focused around attacking the back, the inspiration to elevate his Jiu-Jitsu game, the decision to stop training MMA, Jiu-Jitsu inspirations, favorite tournament format, how he trains for longer matches, the value and benefit of teaching, tournament prep for ADCC, and the main lessons learned form losses. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: 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://www.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

#KidsBJJ #GirlsBJJ #kidsjiujitsu Watch 6 year old Mila’s 9 x second Armbar win in her first match in her first ever Jiu-Jitsu tournament. Mila went on to win a Silver medal in Gi and a Gold medal in No-Gi.

Brady OUT! Valente IN! Dern BACK to ADCC. Drop-in, drop-out with MASTERFUL TROLL & EPIC TALES!!! The boys catch up with latest Jiu-Jitsu news, MMA updates, AND and EPIC story on this episode of the Inside BJJ podcast.