Bulletproof For BJJ

Sick of getting injured? Got some niggles you can't shake? The Open Mat Physio team have got the advice to help you. Dr Diana and Kris are both passionate BJJ practitioners as well as Physiotherapists. In this discussion they reveal some great insights. - How to change your warm Up- What BJJ actions to avoid- First thing to do when you get Injured- When should you get Physiotherapy & when not to This dynamic duo are on the frontlines of treating our BJJ Fam and know what works. This chat gives a clearer picture of how you can avoid injuries and improve your BJJ longevity. If you want to connect with the Open Mat Physio team click the link below [https://www.openmatphysio.com/services-1](https://www.openmatphysio.com/services-1) Check them out on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/openmat_physio/](https://www.instagram.com/openmat_physio/)

Ever hurt your back? Thought you would never be the same? Dan Strauss broke his vertebrae and could not walk for more than a couple minutes without being crippled. He then went on to complete a legendary display of strength, lifting the Dinnie Stones. This discussion reveals much of what goes on behind the scenes and the philosophy that really sets Dan Strauss apart from the crowd and he reveals some hidden truths that can really help you improve your BJJ. To see more of The Raspberry Ape's stone lifting adventures check out Stones & Strangles [https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=stones+and+strangles](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=stones+and+strangles) To learn Strength Secrets from Dan Strauss checkout the links below [https://raspberryape.com/products/apestrong](https://raspberryape.com/products/apestrong) [https://raspberryape.com/products/ape-strong-sandbag-training-for-grapplers-instructional-video](https://raspberryape.com/products/ape-strong-sandbag-training-for-grapplers-instructional-video)

This Historical Episode is Part 1 of an Epic 2 part special. Dan Strauss is a Roger Gracie Blackbelt and a famed Garage Gorilla and well known for his ADCC and Polaris grappling performances. Who would guess that a skinny kid could evolve into a renowned leader in the world of Strength and Grappling. Dan's passion for strength and collecting equipment grew into one of the most comprehensive and impressive home gym set ups of all time. Grip strength is at the heart of this discussion and JT goes deep with the Captain of crush himself. This is a wide ranging conversation that contains gem after gem on how to improve yourself for BJJ. Dan is an encyclopaedia of strength and grappling knowledge and if you want to know more click the links below to access is awesome instructional videos. Grip Strength Training- [https://raspberryape.com/products/apestrong](https://raspberryape.com/products/apestrong) SandBag Training - [https://raspberryape.com/products/ape-strong-sandbag-training-for-grapplers-instructional-video](https://raspberryape.com/products/ape-strong-sandbag-training-for-grapplers-instructional-video)

Ever had someone pick on you at training? Did they go out of their way to be mean to you? Abuse and bullying are present across all parts of life but in BJJ which is so physical it can be particularly confronting! Whether it's coming from a higher rank or even just a bigger stronger team mate it can really put you off wanting to train. JT & Joey on in depth on their own personal experiences of Mat Bullying and it can wreck a gym's culture left unchecked. BJJ demands toughness but what is just banter and when does it start to be bullying? What is rolling a bit too hard compared to physical abuse?

When's the last time a BJJ seminar actually helped your game? This is a controversial topic as Seminars from World Champions are such a big part of the BJJ learning model. JT and Joey dig into a variety of seminars they have been to and what makes a great experience and has helped them. You can learn something from anyone on the mat but at the heart of the Art is the BJJ seminar worth the time and money? Is this just an expensive meet and greet.

Do you like leg locks? Do you like coffee? Joey gets all the inside info about what goes on behind the scenes to take a run at one of Jiu-jitsu's biggest competitions. Jeremy Paul Skinner has achieved victories over may world class grapplers and is set to showcase his leg lock game on a new level. They discuss everything: - Coffee and why it matters- ADCC Trials- Generalist vs Specialist- Diet & Cutting to 66kg- Being a Young Veteran Jeremy delivers excellent insights that can help anyone who aspires to perform on a higher level and cultivate a competitive grappling game. Keep an eye out for the next big name from Australia who is set to shock the grappling world. If you want to learn leg locks from Jeremy Skinner click the link below and get your head around his Quantum Entanglement Instructional. [https://techniqly.com/shop/quantum-entanglement/](https://techniqly.com/shop/quantum-entanglement/)

What is it like to learn from the best? Joey had the unique experience of spending a couple of days with BJJ legend Mario Reis when he visited Australia recently. Not only is Mario a champion competitor but an incredible coach and now head Coach of the Alliance Jiu-jitsu competition team. Instead of the usual 2 hour seminar and see you later experience, Mario taught at Alliance Northern Beaches for a whole week which totally changed the dynamic and pace of how he taught. Both JT & Joey recount their first hand experiences of a master coach at work and how this helped them.

EPISODE 100!! Thank you to all of you for your support of the show which has got us to where we are today. If you Love the show, please give us a 5 Star rating and if you have a minute drop us a review. It really helps us get the show out in the world, we appreciate you all! Just started training BJJ? Not sure what makes a good gym? When you are new to the game you don't necessarily know what to look for. Both JT & Joey have experienced the early stage awkwardness of entering a new gym and feeling out of place. There are definite green lights that are good to recognise and also red flags to avoid. Understanding what makes a great gym and Jiu-jitsu culture is key to choosing the right place for you to start your BJJ journey.

Do you like to train Hard? What is the hardest session you have ever done? JT & Joey have experienced some brutal training sessions at BJJ and in the gym. Working at 150% of your capacity does not equal 150% better results. We promote Quality over Quantity in training and are firm believers of less but better. But every now and again doing crazy over the top sessions can push your limits, to find out what you are physically and mentally capable of. Here is an entertaining collection of training tales that have traumatised the boys and can serve as lessons in what not to do.

Do you fight to the death every roll? Got a team mate that goes 1000% but doesn't compete? If you have been on the wrong end of a training partner going super hard, it can be a bad time. In order to deal with a mat Hero you have to do your best to protect yourself. Maybe your team mate is bigger, stronger and perhaps even a higher belt and came for war. Regardless of how you feel- tired, flat or too relaxed, you have to bring a better intention and change your expectation. JT & Joey explore this topic and give some key pointers on how to deal with and negotiate a team mate who has no chill.

Download The Bulletproof For BJJ App FREE TODAY! Android [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bulletproofforbjj](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bulletproofforbjj) iOS [https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletproof-for-bjj/id6444311790](https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletproof-for-bjj/id6444311790) Have you heard of Stoicism? Do have a personal philosophy to help you with life? Stoicism is an ancient Philosophy that has helped some of Histories great people deal with war, plagues, suffering and death. So much of what you experience on your BJJ journey is outside of your control. Understanding what you can control and what you can't is at the heart of Stoicism. JT & Joey take an in depth look at how having a Stoic mindset helps build resilience, overcome life's struggles and ultimately empowers you to get better at BJJ.

Body aching from hard rolls? Feeling stiff from lifting? If you take a day off you gotta make the most of it so you can renew your energy and feel better to face another week of Porrada. JT & Joey talk you through the step by step of how in a short space of time you can feel so much better. There is some solid science behind why certain things are more effective than others. From how you start the day, sleeping in, the morning routine, what to eat, helpful supplements, finding enjoyment in the natural environment and some surprise answers to soothe what ails you.

Do you like to smoke weed? Have you ever rolled high? Marijuana has a mythical status in BJJ culture and there are many famous proponents of smoking weed but this has mislead many people within Jiu-Jitsu. This is another topic that has JT & Joey split- which side of the fence are you on? The boys discuss the pros, cons and the science behind what Marijuana may or may not do to help your BJJ training.

Do you play with leg locks? Down to roll with heel hooks? Even if you don't know how to do them you have probably been foot locked at some point. Leg locks have risen to prominence in the last 10 years and this has changed the way we train and compete in BJJ. JT & Joey go back through grappling history to talk through the major players that pushed the Leg Lock game into the mainstream. From Eddie Cummings to Eddie Bravo, Osvaldo Fader to the Danaher Death Squad, Dean Lister to Lachlan Giles. Whether you are new to Jiu-jitsu or love the modern No-Gi game this episode has everything you need to know about why leg locks have levelled the playing field and defined modern BJJ

Have you felt a bit down at Jiu-jitsu? Feel like you are in a slump? BJJ presents many challenges physical and mental. Life can throw a lot of challenges at you but what do you do when BJJ is getting you down. You are training hard, fighting through injuries, taking beatings and struggling to fit in with team mates. Some days you are gonna suck and it can make you feel dark. How do you handle it mentally is important. JT & Joey discuss how to deal with the mental trial and tribulations that are part of the BJJ journey. Having an approach to deal with bad days is the key to staying in the game and not over thinking, so you can get out of your head and back onto the mat.

Just started Jiu-Jitsu? Not sure how to warm up? Getting ready to roll is an important part of getting good at BJJ. Many classic Jiu-jitsu warm ups are not the best and some may even make you tighter and more prone to injury. JT & Joey layout their Top 5 warm up drills for White Belts and explain how they can help you.

The ADCC is the Olympics of No-Gi Grappling! Australia recently had the Oceania Trials for this years upcoming Submission Grappling tournament. Possibly one of the most hotly contested selection competitions in Australian grappling history. Competitors flew in from all over the world to punch their ticket to the big show. There were some great matches, big upsets and clutch submissions. JT & Joey recap all the results and this is just the warm up for when JT reports live from the ADCC event later this year.

Got something you want to ask us? We have received some really great questions recently and thought we would dedicate an episode to them. There are some great topics covered in this show and provide insight on things which are not commonly spoken about: - How do I not get down in the dumps when I'm injured?- New to BJJ and got totally Ignored by the coach- is that normal?- Already started lifting, can I switch to the The Standards Program ? If you have a question that you would like us to answer please hit us up directly and leave a voicemail by clicking the link below. [https://www.bulletproofforbjj.com/bjj-podcast/](https://www.bulletproofforbjj.com/bjj-podcast/) We will play it as part of the show and answer you directly!

Loving the program but want to mix it up? Doing Kettlebells but want to try The Standards? Combining the Bulletproof programs is a little trickier than it first seems. JT & Joey explain exactly what goes behind the structure each program, how they can fit together and why just doing a random workout won't help you. If you want to combine the Bulletproof For BJJ programs successfully the secrets and details revealed on this episode will help.

Doesn't stretching make your muscles weaker? Isn't stretching bad for strength? The answer is the complete opposite. JT & Joey eliminate the misunderstandings about stretching and explain why spending time improving your range of motion will help your strength level up. BJJ demands that your body move into all kinds of crazy positions. In order to be stronger on the mat and in the gym you need to have full access to all your body's potential. This episode will help you to unlock your body and step up your strength gains on the mat.