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In this week's mini-episode, we discuss **tipping points:** the idea that once you have sufficient leverage or momentum, your desired outcome can no longer be denied. 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/) ⚠️**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)

If you still “gas” when the pressure hits, you’re breathing wrong. Today, I (@thejoshmckinney) sit down with Glyn Podwitch (@glynpowditch). Glyn breaks down practical breathwork for BJJ—how to brace in crushing positions (scarf hold, neon belly), inflate to survive triangles, and use exhale timing to escape without panicking. We also get into Rickson-inspired rib mobility, why many yogis still tap to pressure, and how to build calm strength on the mats. What you’ll learn: The simple “fill + brace” cue that makes you harder to crush. When to exhale vs. inhale under top pressure (and why it matters). A starter progression for pressure-proof breathing (safe, scalable). Intercostal/rib mobility that helps longevity and defense. Why relaxed players feel impossibly heavy 🎧 Listen to more ISAJJ: new episodes every Thursday 🎙 Guest: Glyn Podwitch | Breathwork coach & BJJ black belt 📚 Mentions: Rickson Gracie, Henry Akins, Dr. Belisa Vranich (Breathing for Warriors), Wim Hof, Stanislav Grof, Miles Lucas [Glyn's course on Fanatics](https://bjjfanatics.com/products/breathe-to-win-by-glyn-powditch?_pos=1&_sid=375ebf4c4&_ss=r) [Glyn's Ai Company](https://dreamagility.com/) Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles (FREE) [BJJ Mental Models](https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/isuck) [sportshygiene.com](http://sportshygiene.com) Promo Code “ISUCK” [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)

For Professor Carlos Maia, Jiu-Jitsu has always been about more than the mats. In this final episode, we see his journey come full circle in Arizona, where he continues sharing the art of Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu with students worldwide through teaching, mentoring, and his GB2 curriculum on GB Online coming September 28th. From his early days in Rio to building schools across continents, Carlos Maia’s mission has remained the same: to preserve the essence of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu while giving back to the community. In Arizona, that mission continues as he teaches, records, and contributes to the next generation of instructors and students. This episode captures the honor of being part of Gracie Barra’s curriculum team — preserving the self-defense roots of Jiu-Jitsu, mentoring instructors, and ensuring the philosophy of discipline, respect, and resilience continues to grow. For Maia, it’s not just about teaching techniques; it’s about honoring where it all began. 💬 Who is the Jiu-Jitsu instructor that has had the biggest impact on your journey? 👉 Like this video if this story inspires you. 👉 Subscribe for more Jiu-Jitsu journeys and training insights. 👉 GB2 by Carlos Maia — launching Week 1 on September 28th, with a new week released every week: https://online.graciebarra.com/pages/gb2-carlos-maia

From Rio to Ljubljana, Carlos Maia’s Jiu-Jitsu journey expanded beyond borders. This episode tells the story of how he built a lasting legacy in Slovenia, transforming lives and creating a thriving community of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners. When Professor Maia brought Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu to Slovenia, he wasn’t just opening an academy — he was planting seeds of confidence, resilience, and discipline. Students who once searched for self-defense and belonging found a family on the mats, united under the Red Shield. Episode 3 highlights how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu became more than a martial art in Ljubljana — it became a way to overcome challenges, break through bullying, and inspire new generations. Through his GB2 curriculum on GB Online coming September 28th, Maia continues to share this structured approach worldwide, making Jiu-Jitsu accessible to anyone, anywhere. 💬 We’d love to hear — how has Jiu-Jitsu built community or friendships in your life? 👉 Like this video if this story inspires you. 👉 Subscribe for more Jiu-Jitsu journeys and training insights. 👉 GB2 by Carlos Maia — launching Week 1 on September 28th, with a new week released every week: https://online.graciebarra.com/pages/gb2-carlos-maia

In 1994, at the Gama Filho Stadium in Rio, Jiu-Jitsu history was written. A single sweep would send shockwaves through the sport — inspiring a generation and shaping the path of Carlos Maia on his journey with Gracie Barra. As a young teenager, Carlos Maia spent weekends glued to the mats, watching the world’s best fighters compete in Rio de Janeiro. Without the internet, competition days became classrooms — a place to study techniques, idols, and innovations in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. This episode tells the story of the sweep that became a turning point, remembered by those who witnessed it and retold by those it inspired. More than just a move, it symbolized the creativity and evolution of BJJ training in the 1990s, fueling Carlos Maia’s vision for the future. Now, through his GB2 curriculum on GB Online, Professor Maia continues that legacy — helping students worldwide explore structured paths to Jiu-Jitsu growth, rooted in both tradition and innovation. 💬 Have you ever used Carlos Maia’s sweep in training or competition? Tell us how it worked for you. 👉 Like this video if this story inspires you. 👉 Subscribe for more Jiu-Jitsu journeys and training insights. 👉 GB2 by Carlos Maia — launching Week 1 on September 28th, with a new week released every week: https://online.graciebarra.com/pages/gb2-carlos-maia

In 1994, at the Gama Filho Stadium in Rio, Jiu-Jitsu history was written. A single sweep would send shockwaves through the sport — inspiring a generation and shaping the path of Carlos Maia on his journey with Gracie Barra. As a young teenager, Carlos Maia spent weekends glued to the mats, watching the world’s best fighters compete in Rio de Janeiro. Without the internet, competition days became classrooms — a place to study techniques, idols, and innovations in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. This episode tells the story of the sweep that became a turning point, remembered by those who witnessed it and retold by those it inspired. More than just a move, it symbolized the creativity and evolution of BJJ training in the 1990s, fueling Carlos Maia’s vision for the future. Now, through his GB2 curriculum on GB Online, Professor Maia continues that legacy — helping students worldwide explore structured paths to Jiu-Jitsu growth, rooted in both tradition and innovation. 💬 Have you ever used Carlos Maia’s sweep in training or competition? Tell us how it worked for you. 👉 Like this video if this story inspires you. 👉 Subscribe for more Jiu-Jitsu journeys and training insights. 👉 GB2 by Carlos Maia — launching Week 1 on September 28th, with a new week released every week: https://online.graciebarra.com/pages/gb2-carlos-maia

In this video, Kingston Jiu Jitsu head instructor Marc Barton breaks down one of the most essential transitions in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu – moving from side control to mount. This video will help you improve your control, timing, and pressure, facilitating a smooth transition to mount. You'll learn: - The main problems you will encounter. - How to overcome them in a simple step-by-step fashion. - How to finish in a high mount, leaving you in a great position to attack the arms. This is a must-know transition for building your top game and setting up submissions! Thanks to @JiuJitsuBrotherhood for this video! 🔥 Like, subscribe, and leave a comment if this helped your game!

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Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!In this podcast, we have guest Chris Wojcik, a BJJ black belt under Jeff Serafin and a competitor out of B-Team. Chris made waves at ADCC 2024, finishing 4th in the 88kg division and was an integral part of B-Team's quintet team for CJI 2. Beyond competition, Chris is the author of The Grappler’s Diary and the inventor of the “Woj Lock,” cementing his place as both a creative mind and respected voice in Jiu-Jitsu.Anaconda Fightwear:https://anacondafightwear.co/collections/braces-supports?snowball=SIMPLEMAN15Promo code: https://anacondafightwear.co/SIMPLEMAN15MASF Supplementsuse promo code "SIMPLEMAN" at check out to receive a 15% discount "BE KIND OR ELSE!"https://masfsupplements.comhttps://www.instagram.com/masf_supplements/Pronoia:https://www.pronoiabjj.com/Use promocode SIMPLEMAN for 10% off your entire order at checkoutPronoia Instagram: @pronoiabjjSimpleman instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thesimplemanpodcast/Merch Store: https://www.alvafitness.com/collections/simple-man-podcastSimpleman Rashguard: https://bteamjj.shop/products/simple-man-podcast-rash-guardCarne Jerky:https://www.instagram.com/carnejerky_/ NEW TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@therealsimplemanpodcast?lang=enMarekhealth:🥼 https://marekhealth.com/simpleman - Get a 10% discount on diagnostic testing (use code SIMPLEMAN)Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SimpleManPodcast?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Timestamps: 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:29 Women's Pay 00:07:02 Ruotolo's MMA 00:08:42 Gable & Craig 00:09:51 Nicky Rod Arrives & Chris Intro 00:10:54 Change Every Name to Woj 00:11:19 Catching Up 00:12:36 How Chris Discovered the Wojlock 00:13:25 Reddit 00:14:32 Nicky Rod's Social Battery 00:15:10 Hangin in Vegas 00:15:26 Our Sponsors 00:16:38 Addictions 00:21:05 Nicky Rod is Sick 00:21:30 Ethan and Jo Jo So Happy 00:24:28 B-Team & New Wave Drama 00:26:20 Gordon's IG Post 00:27:01 What We Would Have Done If We Lost 00:28:55 What's Next for Woj? 00:30:25 Future Competitions 00:31:16 ADCC Poland 00:34:18 Social Media Presence 00:37:32 Chris NEEDS Glasses 00:39:10 Planning Walkout 00:40:47 The Boys Were Banged Up 00:43:16 Confidence When Competing 00:45:07 Ankle Stability in Jiu Jitsu 00:47:51 Scaling Jiu Jitsu Technique 00:50:10 Lifting For Jiu Jitsu 00:56:30 Taking Time Off Training 00:57:55 ADCC Trials 00:58:27 Nicky Rod Wants to go to Disney 01:00:09 Luis and Ethan, the Ring Bearers 01:01:05 LOTR and Harry Potter 01:01:32 Charlie Kirk 01:06:15 Random Guy Shows Up 01:06:43 Declan Won Trials 01:09:26 Damien's Sister Calls In 01:09:55 Keeping the Family Together 01:14:17 How Chris Found Jiu Jitsu 01:17:11 The IBJJF 01:20:26 ADCC Injuries Are WILD 01:21:41 Landon Elmore vs Keith Krikorian Breakdown 01:26:25 Damien is Leaving for a Week 01:27:00 Writing as a Hobby vs a Job 01:30:39 Are Da Boyz Organized? 01:32:15 What is Woj Doing with $200K? 01:36:06 Outro

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by ADCC veteran and BJJ black belt John Hansen. John discusses bouncing around gyms initially and then finding a consistent training environment, when his life started to change into a more positive directions, 5 things all grappling is based around, how his training has changed as he has gotten older, getting things that you want in training and having a more narrow focus on success and failure, what has moved the needle most in his training, his thoughts on goal setting, his focus on hand fighting, his biggest regret, and having the ability to fixate on things that are important to you. Follow John on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rearden_mettle/ 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

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