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If you were going to cut a tree down, what would be your tool of choice -- Chainsaw or axe? This is an episode about preparation. Are you putting in the preparation before training? Or are you just hacking away exerting as much effort as possible. While working hard is great, being the most prepared and working EFFICIENTLY is better. ---------------------- BULLETPROOF SHIRTS: https://www.fanwear.com.au/products/core-bullet-proof-for-bjj-classic-tee ---------------------- 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/us/app/bulletproof-for-bjj/id6444311790 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bulletproofforbjj&utm_source=na_Med Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof

Living legend Murilo Bustamante joins the show to talk about his dedication to guiding the next generation of competitors and students. We discuss "old school" BJJ, creating pressure and surfing. Murilo also talks about learning to be patient as a coach.

Eric Silver is one of the early Americans to study Jiu-Jitsu and one of the first to open a gym on the east coast. He talks about learning directly from Rickson Gracie, challenge matches, how to preserve energy as an older practitioner and Half Guard.

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Judo black belt, Jiu-Jitsu brown belt, former gymnast, and one of the founders of "GMB Fitness," Ryan Hurst. Ryan discusses his start in gymnastics and then transitioning to training Judo. He shares his experience of living in Japan for over 20 years, what it was like training Judo in Japan and being one of the few non-Japanese practitioners, how gymnastics helped with longevity in martial arts, keeping yourself safe and protected in training as an older grappler, how Ryan started his company, "GMB Fitness," the 3 things that help your BJJ, the movement patterns needed for a BJJ athlete, how GMB Fitness programming assists with mobility, continuing to grow as a martial artist, and the importance of training in a mutually beneficial gym environment. Check out GMB Fitness here: https://gmb.io/ Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. 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

In this episode of Fighting Matters, Steve Kwan from BJJ Mental Models sits down with Mike Mahaffey of Old Bastard BJJ and Jesse Walker of Rough Hands BJJ for a raw conversation about why it matters—now more than ever—for Jiu-Jitsu practitioners to speak out. Why do so many people say “keep politics out of the gym”? What does it really mean to use your platform responsibly? And how can community, not conflict, be the most powerful form of resistance? From running inclusive gyms to dealing with trolls, threats, and the myth of “virtue signaling,” this episode is a call to action for anyone who believes that Jiu-Jitsu should stand for something more than just fighting. ⸻ 👥 Featuring: Mike Mahaffey – ‪@oldbastardbjj‬ Jesse Walker – ‪@roughhandsbjj‬ Steve Kwan – ‪@bjjmentalmodels‬ ⸻ 🧠 Topics We Cover: • Why speaking out doesn’t hurt your business—sometimes it builds it • How to use privilege as a force for good • What “virtue signaling” really means (and why it’s a lazy critique) • How to build a gym that welcomes everyone • Why moderating your community isn’t censorship—it’s care • What to do if you’re “just a white belt” but still want to help ⸻ 📖 Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Fighting Matters and the Hosts 01:02 Addressing Criticism in Martial Arts Advocacy 05:07 Personal Experiences and Advocacy in BJJ 11:06 Creating Inclusive Spaces in Martial Arts 15:39 The Impact of Speaking Up on Business and Community 20:47 Countering Virtue Signaling Criticism 26:32 The Importance of Resistance and Community Building 32:48 Finding Your Voice in the Community 38:14 The Importance of Intention 52:02 Courage to Speak Up 56:24 Building Connections and Community

In this episode, Steve sits down with Cody Maltais, head coach at Elevate MMA in Durham, North Carolina, to explore the art of developing coaches in Jiu-Jitsu. Cody shares his journey from Marine Corps veteran to academy leader and emphasizes the importance of fostering a collaborative, student-centered culture. He advocates for empowering students at all levels to take on coaching roles early, encouraging experimentation, mistake-making, and personal expression. Follow Cody on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/codymaltais_](https://www.instagram.com/codymaltais_) Train with Cody and Drew at Elevate MMA: [https://elevatemmaacademy.com/](https://elevatemmaacademy.com/) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Self-Organizaton [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-organization/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-organization/)- Teach to Learn [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/)- Intention [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention/)- Windows of Opportunity [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/windows-of-opportunity/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/windows-of-opportunity/)- Raise the Level in the Room [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/)- Normalization [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/normalization/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/normalization/) **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)

Another spotlight from Coach Herman: 🥊Building Strong Young Men🥊 I hold the highest value in our youths learning how to fight. Combat training has a variety of crucial benefits for young developing body and minds. It promotes greater physical strength/conditioning, discipline, mental fortitude and resilience, mood/emotional regulation, and self-confidence. Exposure to hard physical/cognitive work and developing tolerance to discomfort slowly makes other challenges in life seem not so daunting or overwhelming. Ironically, combat competence tends to influence one’s choice towards calm over chaos- and actually minimizes the need or chance to fight. Your skill is a major deterrent- and it carries with you as you navigate through your travels. I can’t say enough about the 3 young men featured in this video. Kind, respectful, and responsible young men who have bright futures ahead of them. I’m grateful for the time I’ve had training them. Brayden will be graduating this month from Susquehanna Valley High School and will be attending SUNY Broome Community College this September. He’ll be majoring in Sports Studies and targeting a career in college athletic training. Braden will be starting his senior year this September at Chenango Forks High School and is interested in attending SUNY Broome Community College to study either business or communication after graduating from high school. His career goal is to ultimately have his own barbering business. Eli graduates this June from Susquehanna Valley High School and will be attending Geneva College in September. He will be majoring in music business and pursuing a career in music composition. Who’s next? #buildingstrongyoungmen #boxing #boxingmotivation #simpleman #boxingtraining #boystomen #binghamton #boxingcoach #fitspiration #mma #boxinggym #boxingworkout #fitspo #boxingfans #healthandfitness #excercisemotivation #boxingclass #coach #workoutmotivation #trainhard #binghamtonuniversity #fitness #punch #strengthandconditioning #boxinglife #boxingculture #boxingfitness #fitlife #groupfitness #fitlife #groupfitness #boxingtrainer

Have you heard the notion that diet does not matter for success in BJJ? While this may be true for some folks (potentially blasting gear) this more than likely is not the case for you. Why, in other sports do the best of the best spend so much time and money to keep themselves as healthy as possible? Think of Tom Brady, LeBron, GSP, what do they do when picking out their meals? We guarantee it's not McDonalds and Donuts. ---------------------- BULLETPROOF SHIRTS: https://www.fanwear.com.au/products/core-bullet-proof-for-bjj-classic-tee ---------------------- 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/us/app/bulletproof-for-bjj/id6444311790 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bulletproofforbjj&utm_source=na_Med Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof

Luiz começo a treinar na Almeidajj Casa Verde - Conhecendo e aprendendo a arte suave na melhor equipe do estado de São Paulo. Faça como ele e venha conhecer o esporte que mais cresce no mundo

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Time to answer a recurring question, are private lessons worth the cost? Jiu jitsu gyms and their coaches rely on private lessons as a means of making a living. But are you really getting your money's worth? The truth is really how your coach carries out the private lessons, and if you aren't loving your progress, you need to say something to make sure the juice is worth the squeeze. Learn more in this ep. ---------------------- BULLETPROOF SHIRTS: https://www.fanwear.com.au/products/core-bullet-proof-for-bjj-classic-tee ---------------------- 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/us/app/bulletproof-for-bjj/id6444311790 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bulletproofforbjj&utm_source=na_Med Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof

Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by [Black Belt Digital Marketing](https://www.bbdigitalmarketing.com/) and [AcademySafe.org](https://academysafe.org/) This week on Jiu Jitsu Dummies, we sit down with Matt Guffey, a dedicated Jiu Jitsu Brown Belt and an insightful Strength Coach. We begin by exploring Matt's personal journey, understanding how his unique background shaped his path in both grappling and physical preparation. Matt shares his perspective on why building a strong foundation is essential for every BJJ practitioner. Guest Instagram handles: @matt.jits.hew @victorysubmissiongrappling @victorysubmissionstrength 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) [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 discuss **the 80/20 rule,** a mental model that's well-known, but misunderstood and overapplied. The 80/20 rule refers to an uneven distribution where the majority of results are produced by a minority of efforts. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro) **Resources mentioned in this episode:** Mini Ep. 57: The Map Is Not the Territory [https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/17285192-mini-ep-57-the-map-is-not-the-territory](https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/17285192-mini-ep-57-the-map-is-not-the-territory) **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/) ⚠️**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 episode of I Suck at Jiu Jitsu, Josh(@thejoshmckinney) is joined by Devin Pirata(@devinpirata) to rant about the weirdest, cringiest, and most outdated BJJ traditions—like bowing to the mats, saying “oss,” and calling your coach “professor.” It’s honest, hilarious, and guaranteed to offend at least one person in your gym(probably your coach). 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” [Master ANY Position](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/6) in 6 Weeks 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) Follow the show on[⁠ Instagram⁠](https://www.instagram.com/isuckatjiujitsushow) [⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠](https://www.youtube.com/@JoshMcKinney)

Are you achey all the time even though you train jiu jitsu and lift regularly? Maybe you are missing something FUNDAMENTAL. Becoming strong in uncomfortable positions is the name of the game, and we detail how you can actually get there. Spoiler alert: It's not from doing a 5 minute mobility flow every now and then. ---------------------- BULLETPROOF SHIRTS: https://www.fanwear.com.au/products/core-bullet-proof-for-bjj-classic-tee ---------------------- 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/us/app/bulletproof-for-bjj/id6444311790 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bulletproofforbjj&utm_source=na_Med Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof

Na Companhia, você nunca treina sozinho. São 40 anos construindo uma trajetória sólida, com profissionais que acompanham de perto cada etapa da sua evolução. Com excelência, acolhimento e compromisso com o bem-estar, seguimos juntos para que você descubra sua melhor versão. #CiaAthletica #40AnosDeHistória #GenteCuidandoDeGente

Esse canal é pra quem vive o lifestyle da arte suave — seja você faixa branca começando agora ou já viciado em treinar todo dia. Aqui a gente vai estudar o Jiu Jitsu de forma completa, começando pelo básico, aquele “beabá” que é a base de tudo. Vou compartilhar técnicas, detalhes do dia a dia no tatame, dicas que realmente fazem diferença na sua evolução e aquela visão além da luta — porque Jiu Jitsu é mais do que posição, é atitude, é mente, é estilo de vida. Se você curte treinar, evoluir, trocar ideia sobre o jogo e levar o Jiu Jitsu pra vida, vem comigo nessa jornada de aprendizado.