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Kody Steele is a Jiu-Jitsu black belt and MMA fighter. On this episode, we discuss Kody's start in wrestling, what he feels are the most important aspects of wrestling, Kody's favorite competition ruleset, if you should you modify your game based on your opponent, learning from your losses, the adjustment period at every belt and his toughest belt to adjust to, developing your style of Jiu-Jitsu, his biggest Jiu-Jitsu influences, why being an exciting grappler is sometimes more important than winning, his strength and conditioning program, recovery, balancing his training schedule, developing your game, the advantages of tough and lighter training sessions, training in the Gi, and his goals for training. Follow Kody on Instagram @kody_steelebjj Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to charlottesweb.com/chewjitsu and pick up some high quality CBD to help with all of your recovery needs. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

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Does your coach speak your language? Do you find it hard to explain techniques? BJJ is a massive collection of information and being able to break it down is key. Whether you have trained for 6 months or 6 years we all play a part in helping others by sharing and explaining positions and techniques. If you really want to improve your own game the best thing you can do is get better at coaching others; - Break Down Complexity- Coaches are communicators- Learning Styles make learning easier- Teaching others teaches you- Getting better at BJJ Faster We have all had great teachers and terrible teachers. JT & Joey breakdown exactly what you can do to not only help your team by being a better communicator but how this helps your own BJJ game accelerate.

Sean Applegate joins the show to talk about starting BJJ in a small town, the meaning of belts and the importance of understanding weight distribution. He also gives deep insight on outside heel hooks and explains why teleportation is superior to flying!

Chewy and Eugene discuss the idea of discipline and how you can access more of it in your life. We also chat about how discipline for Jiu-Jitsu can be the conscious effort of working on techniques or positions that you're not as good at, lining up your habits achieve your goals. how being disciplined is demonstrated as being more thoughtful with your actions, the awareness that is required for discipline, the value of having a coach, will-power being a limited resource, why you should strive to make decisions automatic, the key elements of discipline, designing your lifestyle, and some general advice for newer Jiu-Jitsu practitioners. Check out the pre-sale for the Epic Roll X Chewjitsu rashguards and shorts which ends on Monday, 12/27/2021. https://chewjitsu.myshopify.com/products/the-chewjitsu-epic-roll-rashguard https://chewjitsu.myshopify.com/products/chewjitsu-epic-fight-shorts-elastic-waistband Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

Christmas eating blowing you out? Time for another crash diet? We say NO! Eat To Win is an approach to food and eating that will set you up for better health and better rolling. JT & Joey clear away the dieting BS to give you the easy to access info to live the #eattowinlifestyle - Macro Nutrients- Diet Trends: Keto, Low-Carb, low fat- Food As Identity- The Best Fuel For BJJ- Your relationship with food Knowing what foods work best for your body is a process that takes years of experimenting, trial and error. BJJ is a demanding physical activity that requires us to fuel, repair and restore. If you are looking for some good general advice we have got you on this episode.

Steve Kwan from BJJ Mental Models joined me today to share some guidelines that'll immediately improve your jiu-jitsu defensive skills. Check out the BJJ Mental Models Podcast wherever fine podcasts are distributed https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ And check out my latest instructional, The Omoplata 2.0, which is my complete system for mastering the most versatile submission in jiu-jitsu. https://www.grapplearts.com/omloplata Take care! Stephan

Pedro Sauer joins the show to talk about longevity in Jiu-Jitsu, the importance of learning to set traps and how your physical limitations can become strengths. He also gives deep insight on escaping side control and also explains why he hates pickles!

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast, Adam takes a trip down memory lane and gives his 'white belt self' advice and wisdom he has gained through experience as a black belt in BJJ. This episode gets a bit personal with Adam addressing all areas of jiu jitsu from competition prep and mindset to actual techniques and concepts he wishes he focused on. For more Beyond Jiu Jitsu content check out our Instagram @beyondjiujitsu_podcast.

Jon Thomas is back! This week, Jon continues a topic he brought up in his last BJJ Mental Models appearance: the pitfalls of principles. Jon's YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/user/SnakePlisken09](https://www.youtube.com/user/SnakePlisken09) Jon's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/jonthomasbjj](https://www.instagram.com/jonthomasbjj) Jon's website: [https://www.jonthomasbjj.com](https://www.jonthomasbjj.com) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Concepts Over Techniques [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/)- Do What Works [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/)- Incremental Learning [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/)- Systematic Abandonment [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/systematic-abandonment/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/systematic-abandonment/)- Shuhari [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/)- Probabilistic Thinking [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/)- Funneling [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/)- Predictable Responses [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/)- Form to Leave Form [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/)- Train With Purpose [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/)- Flow [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/)- Mindfulness [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/) **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://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://premium.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/) Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/) Follow us on social: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/) Music by Enterprize: ⚠️**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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O todays show JT goes in depth with Lachlan Giles! In this monster episode they talk about many things you may never have known about one of Australia's greatest BJJ Competitors: - Lachie's athletic history before BJJ- His BJJ journey and how patience pays off- Skill acquisition & Improving your game- His S&C program or lack there of- Behind the scenes of ADCC triumph- What is coming next for Lachie and Absolute MMA There are so many details and insights in this episode that you are going to want to listen twice. Lachlan effortlessly gives some of the best advice you will get anywhere in Jiu-jitsu.

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast Adam shares his secrets on what is involved in a blue belt test. Every gym is different, some run tests while others don't. Adam shares why it's important to do a blue belt test and what you need to do to prepare for your test to pass with flying colours! For more Beyond Jiu Jitsu content check out our Instagram @beyondjiujitsu_podcast.

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On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss the idea of not judging a book by its cover. We discuss over-estimation and under-estimation of others and yourself, importer syndrome, letting go of expectations, drills in Jiu-Jitsu to help with opening up your game, why you shouldn't perceive things as positive or negative in regards to Jiu-Jitsu, how to build confidence, why you should avoid hanging on to things, why Chewy's game stalled at purple belt, and correlations of body-type and BJJ style. Check out the pre-sale for the Epic Roll X Chewjitsu Rashguards and Shorts which starts 12/13/2021 and ends 12/27/2021. Get yours at https://chewjitsu.myshopify.com/collections/all Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Become Stronger Industries. Visit https://become-stronger.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 10% off of your 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 by Kristina Barlaan! Kristina is a 2nd degree black belt under Caio Terra. Kristina breaks down the details behind one of her favorite techniques: the bow & arrow choke. Kristina's three tips for perfecting the bow & arrow: - Ensure you have the correct grip (make a fist, wrist not bent)- Hide your elbow- Get the correct angle. Check out Kristina's bow & arrow techniques on her Digitsu back attacks instructional: [https://bit.ly/3q4vHKP](https://bit.ly/3q4vHKP) (on demand) [https://bit.ly/3Gx6Fu5](https://bit.ly/3Gx6Fu5) (DVD) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Dilemma [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/)- Committed Techniques [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/)- 3 Joint Rule [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule/)- Myopia [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/)- Win Conditions [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/)- Return on Investment [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/)- Technique Chaining [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/)- Path of Least Resistance [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/)- Rotational Control [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/rotational-control/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/rotational-control/)- Critical Control Points [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/) **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://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://premium.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/) Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/) 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)

What are the 'highest percentage' jiu jitsu submissions? Is it chokes, locks, heel hooks or something else? In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast Adam and Kieren talk about the current meta of submissions in jiu jitsu and what you should be focusing on to guarantee victory over your BJJ opponent. For more Beyond Jiu Jitsu content check out our Instagram @beyondjiujitsu_podcast.

Coach Matt Lindland joins the show to discuss why he chose Greco over Freestyle Wrestling, developing take downs, the importance of taking risk and the greatest lessons he learned from his Olympic experience!

On this episode of The Chewjitsu Podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss why you shouldn't call Jiu-Jitsu a "grind." Chewy discusses how incorporating joy and fun into Jiu-Jitsu will help with progression, what changed that helped Chewy's Jiu-Jitsu improve, one of the best things to do if you dislike drilling, how Jiu-Jitsu changes your life perspective, getting into a flow state, using fear as a motivator, if there is any benefit to referring to Jiu-Jitsu as a grind, and one reason Chewy thinks people quit training. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% 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 "The Villain" Chris Paines! Chris is a BJJ black belt under Priit Mihkelson, and an advocate for concept-based BJJ instruction. In this episode, Chris discusses his personal journey into Jiu-Jitsu concepts, and how he uses concepts to teach his students. **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Limb Coiling [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/)- Grips Dictate Position [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/)- Concepts Over Techniques [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/)- Shuhari [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/)- Elbow-Knee Connection [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/)- Core Mechanics [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/)- 3 Joint Rule [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule/)- Direct vs. Proxy Control [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/direct-vs-proxy-control/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/direct-vs-proxy-control/)- Inversion [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/)- Anatomic Hierarchy [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/anatomic-hierarchy/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/anatomic-hierarchy/)- Do What Works [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/)- Defense Paradox [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defense-paradox/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defense-paradox/) **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://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://premium.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/) Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/) 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)

Today's episode is brought to you by the new book JiuGo: The Power Of Jiu-jitsu. JiuGo is the world's first BJJ Superhero. Lots of action and laughs, this book is great for 10-12 year olds or any Big kid who loves BJJ. Get yours on pre-sale just in time for Christmas CLICK THE LINK [https://jiugoplay.com/](https://jiugoplay.com/) Do you love BJJ but don't stretch? Want to be more flexible but don't know where to start? If you have just found BJJ and want to improve your flexibility this is your episode. Some of us are more bendy than others but jiu-jitsu will tighten us all up! Here are some of the key points: - The Confidence to get started- The Best time to stretch- The 1 Drill to save your Life- Give Yourself permission- Know your Top 3 tight spots If you have only just begun your BJJ journey one of the best things you can do is to develop a stretching habit. Practicing this skill daily, using these tips will put you on the path to feeling better in your body and rolling better for life.