Chewjitsu

On this episode, we discuss how Jiu-Jitsu can help build courage, and how those lessons learned in BJJ can translate into confidence in other aspects of your life.

On this episode, Chewy discusses how you can become a better grappler by "becoming the grappler you hate." By training with and learning from training partners that challenge you the most, you will be forced to improve and evolve your BJJ game. 3:30 Chewy discusses not having a fixed schedule and how this benefits his productivity. 4:45 What is a movement meditation and what are its benefits. 19:00 Is it better to learn how to apply a technique or learn to defend it when learning a new technique? 31:00 Start of Q&A 31:30 Do heavier and stronger grapplers not get promoted as quickly as lighter weight grapplers? 35:30 Whats the most important thing to work on as a white belt? 37:30 What strength of Charlotte's Web CBD we use. 41:00 Is it offensive to ask a female training partner if you are going too rough with them? 45:00 Should the majority of your rolls be with training partners who are below your skill level? 48:00 As a more experienced white belt, should you "smash" the beginner white belts? 52:30 How to pick up the pace against bigger and stronger grapplers? 55:00 Should you strength train for BJJ? 1:01:00 How many times a week should you weight train? 1:05:00 What is the most dangerous submission? 1:10:00 Best submission to humble a wrestler? 1:13:45 Best advice for a first jiu-jitsu competition. 1:17:00 Book recommendations. 1:20:00 Chewjistu seminar information.

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene Cover a variety of topics including: -How techniques spread across Jiu-Jitsu. -Why asking your training partner to teach you a technique they were able to use against you will help you both become better. -Chewy's 3-Step process for incorporating new techniques into his Jiu-Jitsu game. -The "ego" and why its a good thing for competitions and hard training sessions in BJJ. -Our thoughts on accepting a tournament medal even if you lose. -Chewy's most important piece of advice when putting out content on social media.

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss proper jiu-jitsu training etiquette, the importance of communicating with your training partners when on the mats, and Chewy addresses and responds to being called "The Softest Bitch In Jiu-Jitsu."

We are joined on the podcast by 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Richie "Boogeyman" Martinez. Richie talks about how he got started in jiu-jitsu, earning his black belt in under 4 years, opening his own gym, and what it was like competing at a high level.

Ethan is a Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Specialist In Performance Nutrition, and Jiu-Jitsu brown belt. Ethan discusses diet for BJJ and performance, how to calculate how much to eat, his thoughts on different types of diets such as Keto and Vegan diets, his opinion on fasting, ideal body fat for performance, and why he recommends eating Pop-Tarts. If you want to work with Ethan or get additional information check out his website bendafitnesscoaching.com

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Del from Charlotte's Web CBD. On the podcast we discuss what CBD is, how it works, how CBD is responsibly sourced, and what are the positive effects on the body from taking CBD. Below is a breakdown of the episode: What makes Charlotte's Web CBD products different from the other brands? How did the stigma about marijuana, CBD, and Hemp start and how to change the stigma. Del shares how he got involved with Charlotte's Web. (14:00) How does CBD work? (19:30) What is the Endocannabinoid system in the body? (20:00) What is the difference between CB1 and CB2 receptors? (20:50) Consistency is one of the most important aspects to getting positive effects from CBD. How CBD effects your sleep cycle. How Charlotte's Web got started. (28:00) Why is Charlotte's Web a reputable brand vs. CBD you buy at a gas station? (33:00) What is the difference between full spectrum and broad spectrum CBD? (39:30) Dosage and how long should you use CBD until you know if it will help you? (43:00) The different products that Charlotte's Web offers and the best way to take CBD. (59:15) Use the exclusive Chewjitsu Podcast coupon code chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your total purchase of CBD products at www.cwhemp.com

We start the podcast with a Chewy ramble discussing how "Spring Cleaning" or clearing out clutter and allowing yourself to focus on a specific and few selected techniques during training can give you motivation and provide direction to improving your Jiu-Jitsu. The podcast also includes a Youtube Live Q&A section with the following topics: Why people are shy when walking into a new gym? Should you work take downs on people your size or different sizes? As a brand new blue belt, should I have a game plan or should I experiment? What Chewy's thoughts are on flashy internet moves and if they work or not? Advise for coaching kids? Tips on starting a vlog. How to work BJJ into your schedule if you are very busy? Thoughts on training Judo and BJJ? Should you try if you are ill? What to expect from first No-Gi class? Most effective techniques in Gi vs. No-Gi? How to separate weight-training and jiu-jitsu? How to ask your gym owner to help with gym fees if you can't afford them? How music effects training intensity. How to get decrease nervousness before jiu-jitsu class? How do you know you are ready for your first competition? This podcast was also recorded live on the Chewjitsu Youtube Channel https://youtu.be/ESVdLt5uPWY

On this episode Chewy and Eugene discuss belt promotions, what Chewy looks for before promoting a student to another belt, and the pressure of competition. Other Topics Covered: What it means to be an upper belt at the gym. Pros and Cons of getting promoted too quickly to a higher belt. How Jiu-Jitsu can help grow confidence in other areas of life. One thing that Chewy feels someone must do to get promoted. Why Blue belts quit BJJ. Some tips to keep you motivated when you feel that you are losing enthusiasm for BJJ/training.

On this episode of the podcast, we talk with Rome, a Jiu-Jitsu brown belt, entrepreneur, and owner of Hero Academy, a jiu-jitsu school in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Rome discusses immigrating to the US from Chechnya and always being a sick kid growing up. He started a journey of seeking out holistic and alternative methods of improving his health through supplements, diet, and lifestyle changes. He shares information on his supplement company, learning from the world-renowned movement coach, Ido Portal, and going on excursions with "The Iceman" Wim Hof. We also discuss his non-profit jiu-jitsu gym called "Hero Academy" where he provides jiu-jitsu for at-risk and underprivileged kids in Costa Rica. Podcast notes: Coffee enemas help stimulate liver to produce Glutathione which is a strong antioxidant. Oregano Oil to treat staph infections Tea tree oil to treat ring worm Dr. Ian Stern and how he has helped Rome avoid neck and shoulder surgeries. How movement and posture helps physiologically improve and change your health. Also, movement assists with retention of information. Why you should avoid "Night shade' vegetables. The supplements that Rome recommends and what makes the supplements he takes unique, different, and better than the rest. Drianstern.com and use the promo code "chewjitsu" to get 10% off of your purchase of the supplements Rome uses. The non-profit organization he runs is a jiu-jitsu gym in Tamarindo, Costa Rica called Hero Academy, www,bjjincostarica.com.

On this episode, Chewy starts off with a ramble on a question he received. The question comes from an older grappler who asks about being surpassed by younger grapplers in the gym and having doubts about his ability, progress, and is it worth it to train BJJ and keep pushing forward? The second part of the podcast is a Youtube Live Q&A session where we address questions such as: What instructional videos does Chewy recommend? Has Chewy ever had an instructor make fun of him because he wasn't good at BJJ? What are ways to motivate yourself and push yourself to train harder? How do you go from drilling a technique to hitting the technique in live rolling/training? Would Chewy ever do a satellite or affiliate gym? Can you start training jiu-jitsu if you are an amputee? Can you be effective training BJJ 2-3 times per week? Quick tips for first tournaments? What solo drills to work on for takedowns? Is wrestling or BJJ better for MMA? How to set up techniques and escapes in BJJ when you are the smaller grappler? How to improve hip mobility? Should you care about your rank in jiu-jitsu and is rank meaningful?

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene interview "Master Ken" from "Enter The Dojo Show" which can be found on Youtube. Master Ken discusses how he developed "Ameri-Do-Te," his toughest challenger, why other martial arts are bullshit, and his new book, "The Dow of Master Ken, Vol. 1." The video version of the podcast episode can be found exclusively on The Chewjitsu Podcast Patreon page at www.patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast.

On this episode, the podcast starts out with a Chewy ramble on whether jiu-jitsu is mental or physical. We also discuss the benefits of breathing for recovery and as part of a cool-down after a hard training session, proper breathing technique, how breathing effects the nervous system, and some different types of breathing that Chewy finds beneficial. The podcast also includes a Q&A session.

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy joins me from Costa Rica as he is on vacation at the Puravida BJJ and Surf retreat. The podcast starts out jiu-jitsu related but transitions to a discussion on meditation, choosing an unconventional path and career in life, adjusting your life to fit your wants and needs, and what Chewy does to "re-set" if he feels he is getting worn out.

Mahamed Aly is a 2018 BJJ World Champion. He joins the podcast to share his progression in jiu-jitsu, his mindset for competitions, and what it was like to win the world championship. Mahamed also discusses how he overcame injuries, learning techniques and growing in jiu-jitsu, and also hangs out for a Q&A session.

On this episode we are joined by MMA analyst Robin Black. Robin discusses his start in martial arts, how a serious health setback changed his life and reignited his passion in martial arts which ultimately led to fighting in MMA, becoming an analyst for martial arts all over the world, how and why he started his "One Minute Breakdown" videos on Instagram, and his plans for the upcoming year. Follow Robin on social media @robinblackmma.

On this episode we are joined by 2018 No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu World Champion and ADCC East Coast Trials winner Tim Spriggs. Tim discusses his ups and downs as a jiu-jitsu athlete, quitting jiu-jitsu and working a regular job and then eventually returning to training and becoming a world champion, his training regimen, his toughest training partners, how he drills to improve his techniques, how he feels about trash talking, the origin and meaning of "Mushmaster," and much more. Follow Tim on Instagram @timspriggsbjj and check out his podcast "The BJJ Goons Podcast" on iTunes.

On this episode, Chewy starts off the podcast with a rant on the importance of diet for jiu-jitsu and the impact of diet in performance. We also discuss supplementation, caffeine, and when are the best time to eat around training. We also open the podcast up to questions from the listeners and answer questions on getting back to training after a long lay off, the importance of drilling for jiu-jitsu, how to properly lose weight for jiu-jitsu, how to get better sleep and rest, how to prepare a game plan for a tournament, and much more.

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss strategies for longevity in BJJ, using CBD oil for recovery, and give predictions on the Holloway vs. Ortega UFC main event.

Stuart Cooper is a Jiu-Jitsu black belt, head coach at Tiger Muay Thai in Thailand, and is Jiu-Jitsu and martial arts documentary filmmaker. Stuart joins the podcast to discuss his start in jiu-jitsu and filmmaking, his travels, overcoming injuries and illnesses, and his plans for the future. Check him out on Instagram @stuartcooperfilms and on Youtube at Stuart Cooper Films.