Interviews

Welcome to a new episode of the I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu Show. Today, Josh Mckinney(@thejoshmckinney) interviews one of his newest black belts, Mark Rosenkoetter. Mark has used Jiu-Jitsu to foster countless friendships, to travel, and to meet some really amazing people! I this episode, Josh and Mark discuss whether or not Rener Gracie's Jiu-Jitsu is "Legit" after mark recently had the opportunity to train with him. They also dive into a very interesting topic on Jiu-Jitsu and identity. Black Belts and White belts all will have something to learn from this thought provoking Episode of ISAJJS. [Master Chest Over Chest](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/wmacoc)

Tarik Hopstock joins the show to explain how training as a juvenile in adult classes helped shape his game. He also talks about how he leads his students into the areas they need to improve upon and setting goals for technical development!

On this episode, we are once again joined by 3 x NAIA National Wrestling Champion, Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt, and high level competitor, Brandon Reed. We discuss using social media to grow your brand, how to deal with negative comments and internet trolls, why Brandon went back to college but left after 6 months to pursue grappling full time, how releasing an instructional impacted his life, building trust at new gyms, training with MMA fighters and wrestlers, the most difficult part of transitioning from wrestling to BJJ, the importance of drilling, tournament prep, learning from your losses, and what makes an athlete or grappler "elite." Follow Brandon on social media https://www.instagram.com/brandonreed3x/ and check out his instructionals here: https://www.brandonreed3x.com/ If you want a unique and well-run BJJ tournament experience with multiple matches guaranteed, then head over to https://chewjitsu.nuwaycombat.com/ 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. Manscaped. Check out https://www.manscaped.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

This week we're joined by Heather Morgan! Heather is a BJJ black belt under André Galvão and a prominent online instructor. In this episode, Heather discusses how she attacks from her favorite guard pass: the knee slice. Follow Heather on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/heather_morganbjj/](https://www.instagram.com/heather_morganbjj/) Subscribe to Heather on YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/user/CaptMorgan0820](https://www.youtube.com/user/CaptMorgan0820) Check out Heather's knee slice course: [https://vimeo.com/ondemand/kneecutcrashcourse](https://vimeo.com/ondemand/kneecutcrashcourse) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Controlling the Distance [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/)- Surface Area [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/)- Core Mechanics [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/)- Waypoints [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/waypoints/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/waypoints/)- Dilemmas [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/)- Committed Techniques [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/)- Technique Chaining [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/)- Critical Control Points [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/)- Elbow-Knee Connection [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/)- Mirrorred Stances [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mirrored-stances/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mirrored-stances/)- Predictable Responses [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/) **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)

Rob Biernacki and his competition team are on a tear. Rob recently took gold in masters middleweight the Canadian ADCC Open, silver at the California ADCC Open, and gold in black belt M4 at the IBJJF No Gi Worlds. In this episode we talk about designing an effective training camp, dividing your conditioning and skills training, detaching emotionally from the outcome of the competition, why sharktanking and competition-style rolls are overused, 80/20 analyses of different rule sets, training athletes to think strategically while in matches, the central role of games and drills in his competition training, and strategies that work in ADCC that will lose you the match in IBJJF Check out his latest instructional, BJJ GAMES, at https://www.grapplearts.com/bjj-games. It features 25 different games and drills Rob uses at his school to get his students ready for competition.

Dive into a gripping episode of 'The I Suck at Jiu Jitsu Show' with your host, renowned black belt and expert coach, Josh McKinney (@thejoshmckinney). In this inspiring session, we're joined by the legendary Eric Huebner(@erichueb12), a Hall of Famer in combat wrestling and a distinguished BJJ black belt. Discover the powerful mindset shifts that wrestling instilled in Eric and how it propelled him to stellar heights in 2 other Grappling Arts(Jiu Jitsu and Combat Wrestling) Join us as Josh and Eric meticulously dissect Eric's epic journey in Combat Wrestling, analyzing each match from the dual perspectives of a seasoned coach and a dedicated athlete. Uncover the mental strategies and battles that elevate an athlete from being merely good to truly elite. The conversation also delves into the challenges faced by Jiu Jitsu competitors during periods of inactivity or Retirement, offering valuable insights for athletes coping with similar situations. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone in the Jiu Jitsu world, be it a fierce competitor or a passionate hobbyist. Get ready to be inspired by Eric Huebner, the man Josh McKinney hails as "the David Goggins of Jiu Jitsu." Don't miss this enthralling dialogue that bridges the gap between wrestling excellence and Jiu Jitsu mastery! [Master Chest Over Chest](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/wmacoc)

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..](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0t5S1ZMUGs2cTZsc2xuaVM0REZ4N2NhQ0E0UXxBQ3Jtc0tsczgteEhUSlpwcTQyY1hWajA0elNPbENTVEM5cnhvZkN0eTdsRGJDa2tYLXJNLXpTeVRKdkFxQmsza2V3eWdKQ1k4amZ4SzJrNWVjOFl5Y3FLOUlrdTF5Sk9lWXdrZDUxUlpTdUVRZ0xoVjZLbUl6WQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbjjfanatics.com%2Fcollections%2Fd..&v=snhKYNCh4P4). 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..](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbm9QWlA1Vm0tYXBrbW9UbkJtbEhRR1RtQVhGZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsdkVjcjlaZWpIeEx6a3ZjeXYtb2x5VC1mMlJTNG54WUJvb2s3a2RoY1NONmJ6QXF6eFl0TDE2UnlyeC1GeWRwUFgtX2Ytd0ZXY3ZTQXh2dlhfTDFVX0NtclhGTU9wQ3RuV2t6Z3RIVGNBNW5IRTJuWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbjjfanatics.com%2Fcollections%2Fa..&v=snhKYNCh4P4). 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/](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmg0VF9RMGVVT3hNQXlET3U5ZGg0NlQ4dTN0Z3xBQ3Jtc0trUmFodDZHVUZmeGNhaHVKZm1yZjFUbVlPT3d2VEQxRW9VcTdPdW8xVGJFdi1uSkppVjdlbHdjV3oxbUhyMWxvSUVkd2xwMXVXcHh6TFhxVXBTOHRaLWVsYnJGTUNabUtxNTRGdjFSVDhFejQxUDdVQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbjjdamienonline.teachable.com%2F&v=snhKYNCh4P4) Nicky Rod, Damien Anderson & Ethan Crelinsten are based in Austin, Texas and roll daily at B-Team Jiu Jitsu. 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 Instagram: https://instagram.com/violent__hippie.. . Merch Store: https://www.alvafitness.com/collectio... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?.. . TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesimplemanp.. . Carne Jerky: https://www.instagram.com/_carnejerky/ JitzBitz: https://www.instagram.com/jitzbitzori..

Owen Livesey joins the show to talk about how to fight on your feet more effectively. He explains that people often over-think things like hand fighting and he provides a simple way to think about winning the grip fight to score more take downs!

This week we're joined again by Rob Biernacki! In this episode, Rob talks about the concept of gamification, how it optimizes learning, and how both students and coaches can gamify Jiu-Jitsu. Keep an eye on Grapplearts for Rob's upcoming gamification instructional: [https://grapplearts.com/](https://grapplearts.com/) Learn from Rob at BJJ Concepts: [https://bjjconcepts.net/](https://bjjconcepts.net/) Follow Rob on Instagram: [https://instagram.com/islandtopteam](https://instagram.com/islandtopteam) Train with Rob at Island Top Team: [https://islandtopteam.com/](https://islandtopteam.com/) Resources mentioned in this episode: “Taint-Based Leverage” decal design [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/patches-decals](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/patches-decals) Rob Biernacki's Taint Sweep — YouTube [https://youtu.be/1WaQsxvafH8](https://youtu.be/1WaQsxvafH8) The Art of Learning, by Josh Waitzkin [https://www.joshwaitzkin.com/the-art-of-learning](https://www.joshwaitzkin.com/the-art-of-learning) BJJMM ep. 185: F**k Your Jiu-Jitsu, feat. Rob Biernacki [https://bjj.plus/185](https://bjj.plus/185) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Gamification [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/)- Constraints-Led Approach [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/)- Investing in Loss [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/)- Keep it Playful [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/)- Ecological Psychology [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-psychology/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-psychology/)- Making Smaller Circles [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/)- Critical Control Points [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/)- Keep Your Identity Small [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/) **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://face](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) ⚠️**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)

Buy the JiuGo Book today: [https://www.jiugoplay.com/](https://www.jiugoplay.com/) 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) Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 [https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof](https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof) How do you stay in shape when you have to travel for work? Fly In, Fly Out work puts our Jiu-Jitsu people in an inconsistent pattern when you are 3 weeks on site and only 1 week back home. The boys explain how you can maintain your fitness around your work schedule. Dealing with a serious knee injury and facing major surgery is confronting! Our listener wants to know how they can make a comeback plan and restore their confidence to get back on the mats and roll well. Do you go for what you want or have a more passive style of BJJ? What is the right way to approach rolling from a strategic point of view? Counter fighting in Jiu-Jitsu is possible but it is not necessarily the best way to Roll.

In episode 393 of The Strenuous Life Podcast I talk to Oz Austwick, who has extensively studied armed and unarmed combat systems in Europe. Topics we cover include the origins of boxing in England, historical training and conditioning methods, reconstructing and testing techniques shown in swordfighting manuals, fighting with live blades, the role of wrestling in real swordfighting, and much more. I think you'll really like this one! Oz Austwick runs the English Martial Arts channel on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/englishmartialarts and publishes at https://www.patreon.com/englishmartialarts

The four OG simple men join us in this episode, with a new intro and funny as hell conversations! Hope you enjoy and subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED! 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..](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbG9sTmo1dURLT2Zwd2gtS2dDZHJWWTNyUURHQXxBQ3Jtc0ttcG9GLUVEaW93dUNwZTBzM1Z3NlZBdjVVUXAxczJUS015aXh2UDdVT0dOUGJSQzhsaG4taGdtYzdHM2JPNU9RdnJmdUdSUWFwQW9qMVN0S2NlcHdQUmZFZEswaEo4RENfRlRtVmxZUFVEYzZOWlZEMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbjjfanatics.com%2Fcollections%2Fd..&v=-JecuS6Mqnw). 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..](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblFTUTZsNU9xNk5PTnBfZTk3d2dEZzNxR0Fjd3xBQ3Jtc0trZ0dRMUdRYmVEYzA3SENyaHh5a1JFWlFrTFQwaXZ5aUYwSnpEY08xUVV5NVhOY3l5LWpla1NFX0cyTlVrb3REN3RTbGU0OXdCUmRjeVFFYTEzd1RSOW43dWxMSjBXaVlWUEE1YXlKVFdOWHo0dFh5dw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbjjfanatics.com%2Fcollections%2Fa..&v=-JecuS6Mqnw). 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/](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbldPcDRSM2lKOXVrT0NKQzJOMjFVZk12QUpXQXxBQ3Jtc0trRVlPYm5PdlBwdWN6VWFjQ2NEY0NLYlhFOVU1T21nckhCYkpJNklxZmJxMjBiWHV6ZE5ORzJEdUVHaVYxaVVWcWpVMk9ENDNhb19abjA3VGlpcndpSzB2UHAwb0k2MFdTRFlIdG5MNmEzTE5xbVJaSQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbjjdamienonline.teachable.com%2F&v=-JecuS6Mqnw) Nicky Rod, Damien Anderson & Ethan Crelinsten are based in Austin, Texas and roll daily at B-Team Jiu Jitsu. 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 Instagram: / violent__hippie . . Merch Store: [https://www.alvafitness.com/collectio..](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa3UyQkN1MGxCdVdjUWg3Z3ZwdXdfM042NVFTQXxBQ3Jtc0tseUNIOEVncjhKZUlqNE5VeDFTWmQ4ajZ0bUdpZXBqYlY4dzExcExUdHdRVDJQNVp4RDNiTXdScUZwQXR0cFM5eGNFM0paOEh1Q0tHcEVtczR3dndKQTlSZ2hoTHprczNKUWlfNlN3UmRzTWVweUd1WQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alvafitness.com%2Fcollectio..&v=-JecuS6Mqnw). Facebook: / profile.php . . TikTok: / thesimplemanp . . Carne Jerky: / _carnejerky JitzBitz: / jitzbitzori . . [0:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=0s) New Intro! [1:06](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=66s) Something is Going On With The New Sign. [3:13](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=193s) Where Was Ethan? [4:15](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=255s) NickyRod Pops a Zyn. [8:45](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=525s) UFC Fight Pass & Tea Time [10:05](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=605s) Where Was Ethan? pt.2 [11:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=660s) The Good Outdoors in Texas [15:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=900s) Zyn Life, Whats The Deal? [16:46](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=1006s) Pre WNO 21 & Up Coming Comps [18:50](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=1130s) Sponsors [20:05](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=1205s) JayRod Doesn't Wash His Hair? & Should You Wash After BJJ? (yes) 32:30 AM Classes at B Team & RDA [34:40](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=2080s) Morning Sun Bathing? [37:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=2220s) JayRods Going To Jail? & Is Jury Duty BS? [44:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=2640s) To Be Immortal? [57:10](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=3430s) To Go Back In Time? (Valhalla!) [1:08:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=4080s) Are Aliens Here? [1:12:50](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=4370s) Illuminati [1:15:20](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=4520s) Whats Next For The Simple Men? [1:26:20](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=5180s) Whats Going On In Hawaii? & Conspiracys [1:32:20](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=5540s) To Be A King? Now & Back In The Old Days [1:40:20](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=6020s) What Would You Do For One Billion Dollars? (B For The D) [1:46:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=6360s) JayRod Worked In A Factory Before BJJ. [1:52:39](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JecuS6Mqnw&t=6759s) Fire! The New Simple Man Sign Starts Smoking.

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Can you be Famous and Humble? James Smith has earned world wide fame as a Personal Trainer, Instagram Superstar and award winning Author. He is also a BJJ obsessed purple belt who is an active competitor and froths out on Jiu-Jitsu techniques. His BJJ origin story is a near death experience that inspired him to learn how to defend himself, friends and family. As he has become more successful he has used BJJ to keep him humble and grounded. James reveals his secret to success in competition, business and conquering social media. He breaks through the Bullsh*t of the health and fitness industry and explains how you can better understand principles to accelerate your BJJ learning. Parry Athletic The best training gear in the game and Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 [https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals](https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals) Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 [https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof](https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof)

In today's Interview on The I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu show host Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) sits down with two of his students who came up wrestling in the historic Granite City Wrestling Program. George and Sal both had different Journey's but both ended up continuing their grappling Journey's by training Jiu-Jitsu at HeadnodHQ with Josh and Steve McKinney. This episode you will hear about the unique mindset that wrestlers can bring to bjj, how to fill the hole a lot of wrestlers feel in their heart after college, and even a wild robbed at gun-point story. [Check out HeadnodHQ](https://headnodhq.com/) [Get Stronger in 15 Min](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/15)

Dominique Bell joins the show to talk about going from the ARMY to fulltime Jiu-Jitsu athlete. He shares his thoughts on training, goal setting and injury prevention. He also talks with Ryan about knock-off cereal brands and his fear of roaches!

On this episode, we are joined by Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and the owner of "Standard Jiu-Jitsu," Greg Sounders. Greg joins the podcast to discuss his start in Jiu-Jitsu, training with Lloyd Irvin, his methodology of training, why Greg doesn't teach Jiu-Jitsu techniques, how and why Greg uses the "Ecological Approach" to teaching Jiu-Jitsu, how Greg structures class, what has the least variability in Jiu-Jitsu, how to correct and coach students using the "Constraints Approach." using "task-based games," the two main functions of a coach, how much time to spend in a certain area in Jiu-Jitsu when learning, the other sports utilize the "Ecological Approach" to learning, Greg's thoughts on the evolution of teaching in Jiu-Jitsu, and tournament prep. You can follow Greg on Instagram @gdsouders and check out his gym at https://www.standardjiujitsu.com/ Here is a list of books that Greg recommends: "How We Learn To Move" by Rob Gray "Learning To Optimize Movement" by Rob Gray "The Constraints-Led Approach" by Ian Renshaw "Nonlinear Pedagogy In Skill Acquisition" by Jia Yi Chow 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. Manscaped. Check out https://www.manscaped.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

This week we're joined by Victor Hugo! Victor is a black belt under the Ribeiro brothers and a multi-time ultra heavyweight world champion. He's also an accomplished businessperson, being both the head coach at Six Blades Jiu-Jitsu in Lake Travis and the founder of several online Jiu-Jitsu brands. In this episode, the big man shares some incredible insights on the intersections between the worlds of business and BJJ. Victor explains how he balances all these projects, how his businesses have supported his competitive career, and the unexpected crossovers he discovered between these two different worlds. Follow Victor on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/victorhugojj/](https://www.instagram.com/victorhugojj/) Train with Victor at Six Blades Lake Travis: [https://jiujitsulaketravis.com/](https://jiujitsulaketravis.com/) Learn from Victor online at VH Jiu-Jitsu: [https://www.vhjiujitsu.com/](https://www.vhjiujitsu.com/) Buy Victor's Big Man Flow merch: [https://bigmanflow.com/](https://bigmanflow.com/) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Transfer of Learning [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/transfer-of-learning/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/transfer-of-learning/)- Compartmentalization [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compartmentalization/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compartmentalization/)- Raise the Level in the Room [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/)- Building Your Triggers [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/building-your-triggers/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/building-your-triggers/) **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)

In this Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast episode, Adam and Kieren answer your questions! We cover returning from injuries, supplements for jiujitsu, competing and much more! Tune into this Q&A episode and get your jiujitsu ear candy for the week 💪🏽 Thank you to everyone who submitted a question! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro & Banter 8:50 Question 1 21:50 Question 2 30:45 Question 3 47:55 Question 4 01:01:40 Adam's 'Something Interesting' 01:11:00 Kieren's 'Something Interesting' 01:17:35 Follow for more! 🎙️ Podcast Links: Patreon – [https://rdar.li/patreon](https://rdar.li/patreon) Submit a Question! – [https://rdar.li/bjjq-a](https://rdar.li/bjjq-a) YouTube – [https://rdar.li/bjjpodcast](https://rdar.li/bjjpodcast) Spotify – [https://rdar.li/bjjpodsp](https://rdar.li/bjjpodsp) Apple Podcast – [https://rdar.li/bjjpodap](https://rdar.li/bjjpodap) Instagram – [https://rdar.li/bjjpodinsta](https://rdar.li/bjjpodinsta) Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - [https://bjjstrongonline.com](https://bjjstrongonline.com) Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – [https://bjjstrongonline.com/links](https://bjjstrongonline.com/links) Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – [https://rdar.li/vantinsta](https://rdar.li/vantinsta) ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – [https://rdar.li/vantage](https://rdar.li/vantage)

In today's Episode of Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journal, Josh tackles important listener mail questions like... Training without a Black Belt Mentor, Picking Up BJJ Chicks, Unlearning bad habits, and who the smelliest person he's ever competed against.

Have you ever been choke out? Thought the choke wasn't on but... it was! Recently Joey did not respect a choke that was being applied, next minute he woke up a little disorientated but happy. The boys discuss what it is like to be choked out, how this can affect you mentally and physically and why it may not be quite as scary as it sounds. This BJJ hazard for many is par for the course but JT & Joey dispel some myths and give advice on how to avoid this predicament. Parry Athletic The best training gear in the game and Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 [https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals](https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals) Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 [https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof](https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof)

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. 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 Instagram: / violent__hippie . . Merch Store: https://www.alvafitness.com/collectio... Facebook: / profile.php . . TikTok: / thesimplemanp . . Carne Jerky: / _carnejerky JitzBitz: / jitzbitzori . . 0:00 Intro (No More Ad Episodes) 1:00 Cybertruck 2:55 JayRods Mindcraft Streak 6:45 Breaking Your Opponent in Competition 11:20 Sponsors 12:33 Stay Loaded 15:50 Puerto Rico Is Lawless 18:07 Simple Man Food Truck? 19:45 Whats Going On With JayRod? & No Nut November. 29:20 The Simple Kid Podcast 32:35 Tattoo Life 34:00 B Team Friendsgiving 35:00 UFC 295 36:15 Shin Conditioning 38:10 NickyRod & Owen Livesey 40:10 Dont Let Anybody See The Gameplan 47:10 B Team Party Life 51:38 "Natural Beauty" : Are Looks Important? 1:00:35 Are The Rod Brothers Close? 1:01:15 War Music 1:03:20 Haters 1:08:10 JayRods New Podcast? 1:12:30 Is Drinking Unnecessary? 1:14:20 A Glass Of Milk 1:18:10 Outro (Bucket List)

Neil Melanson returns to talk about setting traps in grappling, the value of creating dilemmas and why you should program sequences in your mind, especially for No-Gi. He also talks about controlling various body types and funny nicknames on the mats

On this episode, we chat with 10th Planet Black Belt and head coach at 10th Planet Atlanta, Sean Applegate. Sean discusses how he discovered Jiu-Jitsu, how he learned Jiu-Jitsu without high level coaches nearby, becoming a head coach with less than 2 years of training, the process of balancing training and coaching, the value and importance of competing, the three Layers of Jiu-Jitsu (the physical, spiritual, and the mental aspects), the importance of accountability, why the Jiu-Jitsu mats bring out the good and bad in people, coming to terms with getting older and slowing down in Jiu-Jitsu, the importance of personality when formulating a BJJ competition game plan, Sean's preferred way to teach technique, the importance of creating necessity for your students, how to balance running a gym with professional grapplers and hobbyists, why coaching in Jiu-Jitsu contradicts high level coaching in other sports, how Sean trains while being a full time coach, and his definition of a black belt. 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