Bulletproof For BJJ

Have you ever trained with a BJJ World champion? Do you want to be the best at BJJ? "Steel sharpens Steel" is a saying that gets thrown around a bit, but there are outliers in Jiu-Jitsu who did not come from championship teams and still broke through to dominate the competition scene. JT & Joey discuss the "Mathew Effect" and how that works for everyone getting better and then those special people who live outside the 'HotSpots' and still find their way to the top of the podium. If you want to be the best and you are from a small town- can you be the best in the world? The boys break down what it might take for you to get there.

What's the best way to improve your energy on the mats? This question comes up regularly, so JT & Joey breakdown the meanest and most effective ways for you to build your work capacity off the mats. - Loaded Conditioning- Rucking- Hill Sprints- Sled Pushing & Pulling- Wrestling If you are struggling with your endurance on the mats we encourage you to roll more. But if you are looking for fast and effective ways to really push your fitness level- these are the best routines.

Shock news Nicky Rod has recently had his blood work reviewed and has been deemed... Natural- at least for the last 6 or so months. Edwards vs Usman in a super tight rematch! Bobby Sandhu dropping stand up comedy bombs on Kill Tony and repping for BJJ. Friday Night Fights! One Fighting Championship has partnered with Australian TV giant Channel 7 to bring MMA, Kickboxing @ No-Gi submission grappling to the mainstream! Let the take over begin.

Do you think about BJJ in terms of actual fighting? Is BJJ a cult? Xande has seen Jiu-jitsu from all angles as a Martial Art and a Sport. He speaks on the Gordon Ryan effect with greater Fame and money, how this effects the culture of BJJ. He discusses finding the Good in all things and that Jiu-Jitsu requires a solid structure in order for people to learn the art and develop as a good person. Bowing, fighting, tying your belt and delayed satisfaction this wide ranging conversation covers topics rarely spoken about and given the unique insight from one of the men who helped build the art and culture we enjoy today.

One of the greatest Jiu-JItsu Competitors in the History of the game. He has done it all multiple times - World Absolute, Heavy weight, IBJJF & ADCC Champion! He drops some real gems about his origins in BJJ and how Luta Livre battled BJJ in the streets. He reveals how he became a world champion and the training that took him to the next level with his legendary brother Saulo. Through the fire of fighting the greatest competitors including Roger Gracie, Xande emerged as a Juggernaut. He tested his skills at the ADCC and discusses all the steps it took for him to break through in No-Gi and overcome serious injury to be the best.

The biggest Drug Bust in BJJ History- 5 athletes suspended for 3 year! Elisabeth Clay wins through to become the 1st Female Polaris Champion. A friend of the Podcast has been kicked out of his Gym of 5 years for asking permission to train at another gym and treated as a traitor. Joey has extended his approach of Rest rounds to Rest Weeks find out why this might work for you!

Have you had a quitting moment? Lost the love for the game? Is there real reasons that you should reconsider chasing the dragon that is the Jiu-jitsu Lifestyle? There are many things that may make you want to step away from the BJJ game but before you decide to quit you need to ask yourself some important questions: - INJURY: Why & How- Could it have been prevented?- LOSING: Expectations & getting wrecked every Roll?- NO LOVE: What is killing your enjoyment of the game?- NOT PROGRESSING: Are you actually stuck or is it perspective?- AGE & ACCUMULATION: What are you doing to deal with chronic Pain? Before you walk away from one of the best things in your life just consider that taking a slightly different approach and perspective on what BJJ means to you and just how far you have come from where you started.

Does your gym do social events? Do you have a BJJ best mate at your academy? Most Jiu-jitsu academies call themselves teams. But when you go to training are you looking forward to seeing your friends or dreading the impending doom of getting squashed by strangers? JT & Joey outline what Gyms can do to make complete Strangers the best of friends: - Post Training Chats- It's not about the Money- Create Real Social Events- What makes Culture?- How to build trust between Strangers The social aspect is a huge part of what makes BJJ great. Understanding your training partners as a person can make a difference on the mat. Great gyms create space and time for their members to socialise.

Craig Jones claims the Gi is dead! Jon Jones returns at Heavy weight but is it a win for the douche bags? Alexa Grasso makes fight history with a massive upset win over Schevchenko. JT & Joey discuss what could make Gi Jiu-Jitsu more entertaining and if this could revive it's popularity?

Want to help ya Boys out? Join the Bulletproof Brotherhood- Subscribe today!! [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyf05qby-GCHJ47kiI4Uzqw](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyf05qby-GCHJ47kiI4Uzqw) Are you Strong but inflexible? Or are bendy but weak? Recently a coach we know said "Strength is more important than Mobility." This got Joey Sparked!! This has resulted in today's discussion around what you need to prioritise to be better on the mats. - How is Mobility different from Flexibility?- Does Stretching make you weak?- Which is better for health?- Is it a waste of time to stretch?- What is the best balance for BJJ? Whether you are on Team Weights or Team Stretch this discussion will help you to understand the benefits of both and how you can make it work together to get your body feeling good!

Do you like Spicy Foods? Do hard questions make you sweat? JT & Joey are putting themselves to the test, visiting Belles Hot Chicken and eating their way through the highest levels of spice. They also answer very personal questions that open up on secret info never before revealed as they banter their way through: - What is Happiness?- What Has Changed the way you train?- Advice to Your White belt Self- Do you believe in Aliens or Spirits- Favourite Part of the other Man's Body From "Traveler" (mild) all the way up to "Sex Panther" (Atomic heat) designed to mess you up. The boys open up, suffer, sweat and eat as they bare all in this very personal chat and answer your questions.

In such a close match between Felipe Pena & Nicky Rod who actually won? The King of Trolls & The King of Memes go to war. Has the B-Team gone too far with the Ligament break heard around the BJJ world?

What mindset does it take to win Championships? Declan Moody use to be a nervous kid who struggled to win. He now stands as an imposing Heavy weight prospect dominating Australian No-Gi scene. He reveals all the amazing steps in his journey and all the amazing stories behind his evolution. - How a Gi guy becomes a No-Gi Killer- Training in Japan at Bonzai Gym- Training at B-Team with Craig Jones- ADCC Trials and living in Austin The next time you see Declan it will probably be a superfight or the next ADCC. This is an Aussie star on the rise. For all interest parties if you want to reach Declan for a seminar contact Adam Jones at M-16. [https://www.instagram.com/declan_moody/](https://www.instagram.com/declan_moody/)[https://www.instagram.com/mrjonesbjj/](https://www.instagram.com/mrjonesbjj/)

Do you go hard all the time? Do you ever do a lighter session? De-loading is an integral part of most major strength training programs, this helps athletes avoid plateaus, overtraining and overuse injuries. But how does this work for BJJ? Can a deload week work for rolling? JT & Joey have got you covered- - What is a Deload week?- Why would I even do that?- Can you Deload at BJJ?- How to Keep the workout Habit. If you have been training hard for the last couple of months consistently, having a lighter week of activity will make you stronger the following week. The ebb and flow of intensity ***planned*** into your training for BJJ and resistance training will ensure longer term gains and continual improvement.

Is Nicky Rod on Steroids? Why is Gordon Ryan really attacking the B- Team? Is Volk actually the Pound 4 Pound champ and is there a rematch on the cards? Plus Khamzat has gone up a weight category to take on Bobby Knuckles! It's been a big week and the boys deliver the details you need.

Ever wanted to open a BJJ Academy? Do you run your own business now? There is much more to running a successful gym than just teaching class. To make a business last it must make money! This is a direct result of these 3 key business practices: - **Sales:** How to understand what a person wants.- **Marketing:** Tell your story well and convert people to your cause.- **Customer Service:**How to keep people coming back every time. Both JT & Joey have run and built gyms from the ground up. They have also trained at some of the best & worst gyms in the world. This episode offers great insight on how to win at the Business of BJJ.

Do you space out in class? Find it hard to pay attention? Being mindful when you are on the mat is key to improving your learning. But with so much distraction in our daily lives how can we stay focused when we get to Jiu-Jitsu? JT & Joey break down the following: - JT's Pre Class Routine for Crazy Focus- Setting Intention for Skill development- Getting uncomfortable to stay alert- Breath work for Memory Retention- Post class QnA & Closing the Loop These routines and tactics are proven to help eliminate distraction and keep your mind where it needs to be- in the present on the mat.

A huge fight card topped off with a crazy main event! If you missed it- JT & Joey have you covered. They watched closely for all the details you will need to know so you can keep up with all the UFC talk that will be going on post BJJ class this week. Massive submission finishes, total wars and one of the great UFC title fights of this era.

Want to get stronger? Looking to last longer or just get Swole? There are many different types of Strength training and in this episode JT & Joey cover the 3 major types that can best help your BJJ- but which one is best to achieve your goals? - Maximum Strength- Hypertrophy Training- Strength Endurance Each has a specific method of training to get the best results but there is some good cross over between these different approaches. The boys breakdown how to train for each and how to choose the right tool to help your athleticism for Jiu-jitsu.

Do you struggle with your weight? What is a BMI? Plenty of us have experienced weight gain at different stages of life. This shouldn't be a reason not to train BJJ. Even though being over weight can make many things hard, if you know how to use what you got, this can be an advantage on the mats. JT & Joey discuss many of the related pros, cons and alternatives to help manage what might usually hold you back and turn it into something to drive you forward.