The Woman, the myth, the legend! Jess Fraser is a pioneer in the Australian Jiu-jitsu scene. If you do not know this name, settle in for a amazing tale of perseverance, toughness and competitive fire. From early starts in Krav Maga and Yoga instructing she weathered many storms, fought many battles and rose to the top of the international competitive scene. This wasn't enough for Jess as she sought to lead and galvanise women's BJJ in Australia by building "Australian Girls In Gi." This episode shines the light on a deep history of women's competitive jiu-jitsu, what it takes to over come club politics to train with your mates and strengthen a community that the art had neglected. Legends were made, an amazing community was built and this is the inside story you need to hear.
Bulletproof For BJJ
Strength & conditioning, injury prevention, and mat life. Multiple episodes per week.
Hosted by JT & Joey.
Are you working hard but not getting the gains you want? Feel like you have hit a plateau? JT & Joey break down exactly why having a good plan of attack will set you on track to improvement and steer you off the path of plateau. - What is your Program and are you sticking to it?- Are you Consistent or Random with workouts- The Difference between Testing and Training- Why Warm Ups and Intention are key to improving- Get your Central Nervous System primed! Many people are trying their best to improve but wasting a lot of energy and time by missing key actions. In order to go to the next level and enjoy greater strength, athleticism and energy follow these key steps to get more out of your workouts.
What are the Bulletproof Boys doing in Lock Down? How are they getting it done? Today's show goes behind the scenes on what both JT & Joey are doing to process, stay active and keep the Bulletproof movement moving forward. They discuss a number of topics that you may be struggling with: - Raising a new born in Lock Down- Keeping your business a float while closed- Staying healthy and strong with no Gym- Creating daily structure to stay productive- Tips to help you over come the chaos of Covid This is a candid discussion that gives some insight into how the guys manage their personal and professional lives with the restrictions that keep us from the thing we love most- Jiu-jitsu.
Always get your grips broken? Forearms always gassing out? Sounds like you need stronger Grips! Often when people first start training Jiu-jitsu the first thing they feel fail is their ability to hold on, Gi or No-Gi. This can happen as a result of a few different factors. JT & Joey discuss where most BJJ folk are going wrong and what they can then do to develop the killer crush grip. - How Rock Climbing training relates to training BJJ- The Simplest way to improve your grip- Rope climbing and Grip Power- Maximal Grip strength & Captains Of Crush
"I can't straighten my fingers. My wrists are too sore for push ups. I have to use finger tape..." Does this sound like something you might say? At some stage in your BJJ journey you will suffer a small joint injury (finger or toe) and the terrible thing is they hurt like hell and take their sweet time to heal. Another side effect of lots of gripping during rolling is tight wrists. In this episode JT & Joey discuss how you can go about speeding up your recovery time for an injured finger and the exact approach you can take to remedy those tight wrists.
Broke a leg? Ruptured an ACL? The Bulletproof boys have had more injuries than you have had bowls of Açai. If you have had a serious injury then you know the drama it can bring to your life but it can also leave you with a great story to tell as well as a lesson learned. Today JT & Joey speak about their worst injuries, how they happened and what it taught them. Break out the pop corn folks it's story time.
Sounds easy enough right? But can you touch your toes? There are many of our BJJ people who are attempting all types of guard positions & inversions, but cannot touch their toes! Today we unpack exactly what's holding you back and the injuries that can happen if you continue to push yourself on the mat and don't fix this problem. The Bulletproof Boys breakdown what you can do to take action to remedy this on going issue quickly and effectively, starting today!
Do you want to get stronger and fitter? Haven't got budget or room for big equipment? The Kettlebell is King for training from home! There is a degree of mystery around this strange looking tool of strength and conditioning. On this episode the boys breakdown all the elements that make the Kettlebell great, how lifting with skill makes you a better grappler and why the dynamic nature of kettlebell lifting makes you more athletic in less time. There are some hidden gems as to the origin of both JT & Joey's introductions to Kettlebells, how it made an impact on them and how it can change your BJJ life.
Do you do BJJ and like to run? Has Covid got you running laps while you can't roll? As easy and simple as running seems there is always more to it than that. The Bulletproof boys breakdown the effectiveness of running as a gas tank builder for BJJ and the hidden cost that come with recreational running and the potential pitfalls. If you can't do Jiu-jitsu because of lock downs & restrictions and runningand starting running for fun or fitness, give this episode a listen to save yourself time, energy and pain on your road to marathon.
Have you ever met your BJJ Hero? There is a good chance JT & Joey have and also have a ridiculous story about them. It's story time and the boys share a few of their best tales of brushes with Jiu-jitsu royalty. Chance encounters while travelling, competing and training in Brazil and America resulting never heard before stories. They get into Seminar experiences with world champions and what really makes the greatest fighters so incredible in the gym as well as in the UFC.
These are the missing pieces of the puzzle, the small things that make a big difference to help your body heal. JT & Joey reveal and explain their own personal tips that help them get right and how this can benefit you. Some of these habits are similar while other practices are wildly different. If you are looking to leave no stone unturned to maximise getting your body and mind right for Jiu-jitsu, then this is the place to jump in.
Sore, stiff shoulders? Sitting at your desk for hours on end? JT & Joey breakdown what is hurting your posture and how to fix it long term, so you are pain free and strong. You may not realise that your inflexibility is putting you in a permanent Kimura. The boys highlight a simple test to identify just how restricted you are, to give you a starting point to work from. Explaining the specific muscles of the shoulder that when over developed contribute to imbalance and the smaller muscles we need strengthen to restore shoulder health. Lastly they talk through the best moves to help open your shoulders and free you from postural pain.
Want to get stronger for BJJ? Sick of not knowing what moves to do? JT & Joey give you The 5 Best Strength Moves for BJJ. In order to make such a list even great moves had to be cut! Some moves that made the list will surprise you while others may be considered controversial. The Bulletproof boys explain exactly how these 5 moves translate to BJJ and illustrate why including them in your workout will deliver more bang for your buck. Stop wasting time on moves that don't deliver, add any of these 5 super moves and get stronger, faster!
Sore lower back? Are you in pain just sitting down? Many BJJ practitioners suffer from chronic lower back pain but have no idea why. JT & Joey unpack some of the contributing factors which cause back pain and how you can go about remedying the situation. - What's giving you a sore Lower back- Is your style of Jiu-jitsu contributing to a disc injury- How tight hips are crippling you off the mat- The path back to a pain free life Small actionable steps that you put into your daily routine to help reduce chronic pain and help improve your BJJ. Enjoy the banter as the boys break it down and give you the insights to feel better.
On today's episode Joey speaks on his most recent Competition experience. He reveals his diet and dealing with weight loss for comp, his specific BJJ competition prep and what it was like on the day being back in the competition area after a long hiatus. One of the other major things that may be something you are facing; to Master or not to Master? You are athletic enough to hang with the young people but you are in your 30's. Does doing Masters Division make you a has been? In this entertaining discussion the boys touch on all the major factors that can help you prepare, show up and have a great comp without killing yourself.
In this episode JT & Joey discuss all things you can do after training to help you bounce back. The problem for many of our BJJ brethren is that they are neglecting all the important actions you need to take after an evening jiu-jitsu class: - Nutrition, dinner, supplements & snacks.- Sleep Quality, switching off & down regulation.- Relaxation, reading & sleep tracking. If you want to get more out of your BJJ and feel better the next day, the boys outline an easy to follow formula that will have you coming back better.
On today's show JT & Joey delve into the great debate, What is better for BJJ Body Weight VS Barbell! There are particularly strong views from either side of the argument for which is better to develop strength. The boys break down the pros and cons of both approaches and discuss how you can make the most of both Body Weight & Barbell to maximise your athleticism for Jiu-jitsu. Whether you aspire to have a phenomenal handstand/ muscle up, OR a Huge maximal deadlift this discussion will help you know where to start and how to navigate toward getting great results faster without it detracting from your BJJ.
On today's show JT & Joey reveal how you can improve your mobility by lifting weights! That's right you can increase your flexibility by using the right moves. It is a common exercise myth that lifting weights makes you stiff and tight. The boys get into the details about how you can dramatically improve your range of motion by using specific movements under load that will have an enormous cross over to BJJ. Get the inside word on the best movements to enable you to be more gymnastic as well as stronger at the end of your range of motion, this will make your guard harder to pass and give you anti-sweep powers you never thought possible.
On today's episode the spotlight is shone on Joey "the Natural" Worthing and his Jiu-jitsu journey. JT interviews his partner in crime to reveal some hidden gems on how Joey discovered BJJ while traveling and how a random Beach grappling exchange planted the seed. Amazing insights into his early rag-tag days of Jiu-jitsu in Sydney and Joey's raw athleticism and willingness to strangle another human lead him to get the BJJ bug. Unheard stories and unbridled success, catapulted Joey forward but there were some serious hurdles along the way that almost caused him to quit! A random chance meeting and a stranger from Brazil brought him back to the path and what it takes to make him the mat savage that he is to this day.
BJJ Problems! How can I get better at learning Jiu-jitsu? On today's show JT & Joey delve into what it takes to improve the way you learn and also how achieving a better understanding of technique crosses over to improvements in the weight room. The Bulletproof boys breakdown movement practice, skill acquisition and how working for quality and consistency will turbo charge your strength gains and your BJJ game.