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On this episode we discuss qualities 9-20 of a smart Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. This episode comes from an e-mail that Chewy had on his e-mail list. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list and are the next 10 qualities that Chewy came up with. Here is #11-20: 11. Can roll at various speeds depending on the situation. 12. Is able to undulate between their "A game" and new techniques that will push them to improve. 13. Isn't side tracked by a loss of short-term motivation but instead focuses on the long-term goals. 14. Does their best to be a good follower and in turn will make a good leader someday. 15. Is willing to invest in their skills through coaches, seminars, courses and other resources. 16. Understands that it's not just what you do, but how you do it that really matters. 17. Realizes that their biggest, most challenging opponent, is themself. 18. Understands that they will fail or be incompetent with most things in the beginning, thus they aren't discouraged when things don't go well early on because they already accept it would happen. 19. Never goes on a trip without some gear to train in. . . Just in case. 20. Has both intrinsic and extrinsic motivations for training. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Acorns. Check out www.acorns.com/chewjitsu to get a $20 bonus with a $5 investment. Remember to consider your investment objectives before investing. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

We are joined on the podcast by Former UFC light-heavyweight champion and UFC Hall of Famer "Suga" Rashad Evans. We are also joined by Del Jolly, who worked as part of Decriminalize Denver and Charlotte's Web CBD before co-founding Unlimited Sciences, a psychedelic research nonprofit. Rashad and Del have partnered together to create a functional mushroom company called "Umbo." On this episode, Rashad and Del discuss how they met and started their partnership, Rashad's loss for the desire to train and compete in MMA and how using "Toad Medicine" helped with seeing a new perspective in training. We also discuss dealing with "Ego Death," why Rashad started fighting/MMA, and why he returned to fighting after retirement. Dell shares what interested him in using "Toad Medicine," how perception of life and understanding of consciousness has changed, why medicines such as Psilocybin are illegal, the process of legalization and what research is behind Psilocybin, how Psilocybin creates new neural pathways and neurogenesis and the impact on CTE for MMA fighters, what are functional mushrooms and how they can help your health, how Rashad has modified his diet and training as he has gotten older, and Rashad and Del discuss their functional mushroom company "Umbo," and the mission behind the company. You can pick up some of their functional mushroom supplements and bars at [https://getumbo.com/](https://getumbo.com/) and use code Chewy15 for 15% off. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Manscaped. Check out https://www.manscaped.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

On this episode we discuss 10 qualities of a smart Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. This episode comes from an e-mail that Chewy had on his e-mail list. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list, but the first 10 qualities that Chewy came up with. Here is 1-10: - Is motivated by their long-term goals, not short-term gratification or feelings. - Can focus on a particular technique for a longtime. - Is willing to put themselves into uncomfortable positions because they know growth doesn't come from the comfortable. - Doesn't avoid the tough rounds in the gym. - Is smart enough to take rest days instead of trying to push their already exhausted body to the limit since it leads to subpar training at best, and injuries at worst. - Understands losing and failure is going to happen and doesn't let it create paralyzing fear or worry. - Has a game plan of their style. - Works to improve their diet and lifestyle just as they improve their techniques. - Takes part in physical conditioning to improve the strength and ability of their body. Since BJJ is dictated by the health and abilities of their body. - Trains hard but doesn't intentionally risk their training partner's health. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Acorns. Check out www.acorns.com/chewjitsu to get a $20 bonus with a $5 investment. Remember to consider your investment objectives before investing. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

Echo Charles is a BJJ black and the co-host of The Jocko Podcast. Echo discusses getting his black belt, how focusing on the belt took the joy out of training, what Echo focused on when he wasn't able to train due to Covid, Echo's Jiu-Jitsu inspiration, flashy BJJ techniques, longevity in BJJ, shifting from a competitor to a hobbyist, the process of learning a new skill, the inspiration behind his video production company, interesting movie promos and key elements of a clever movie preview, Echo's lifting regimen, time management, and getting rid of distractions. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Manscaped. Check out https://www.manscaped.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by BJJ black belt Haisam "The Giraffe" Rida. Haisam shares his story of moving from Ghana, to Japan, and eventually coming to the United States. We chat about his start in Jiu-Jitsu while in Japan, why Haisam almost quit, how living with his BJJ coach changed his course in life and martial arts, making the tough decision to go to a larger gym to get more exposure, how Haisam met David Garmo and how this led to moving to Detroit, what aspect of his game he is working on most to improve, what he considers his breakout performance, the toughest part of competing, competition mentality, coming back after a loss, and the ruleset that fits his style the best. Check out Haisam on Instagram @haisamajj You can pick up his instructional "Pass and Trap Kimura Control" here: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/all/products/pass-trap-kimura-control-by-haisam-rida Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Acorns. Check out www.acorns.com/chewjitsu to get a $20 bonus with a $5 investment. Remember to consider your investment objectives before investing. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss their thoughts on trash talking in BJJ and how top level grapplers approach trash talking. We discuss how trash talking is used for entertainment, we compare the trash talking of different athletes such as Muhammed Ali, Deon Sanders, Chael Sonnen, and Gordon Ryan. We also chat about creating a persona as an athlete, whether certain topics are off limits for trash talk, how trash talking and being angry impacts performance, how to deal with trash talking going into competition, whether trash talking makes the sport look bad, how to build your persona without trash talk, the personalities in pro wrestling, and if trash talking is a part of human nature. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Manscaped. Check out https://www.manscaped.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

On this episode of the podcast, we chat about the "Myth of Sisyphus" written by Albert Camus, where we dive into the idea of the consistent pursuit of new heights. We also celebrate the 200th episode f the podcast by doing a live Q&A session and giveaway. Some of the topics discussed were: Suggestions on neck health and dealing with neck cranks in Jiu-Jitsu, how to deal with anxiety from rolling, difference between submission only vs. standard rule-sets in jiu-jitsu, activities outside of BJJ for cardio, whether a female can beat a male in Jiu-Jitsu, suggestions on sleeping after a tough training session, how to deal with Vertigo from rolling, advice on training-related neck pain, ideas on using BJJ for withdrawal from drug dependency, tips for a teenager that gets outmuscled, how to deal with chest pain, dealing with the fear of pulling the trigger during rolling, should you tape your fingers, thoughts on Gordon Ryan's persona in Jiu-Jitsu, and a bunch more. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Acorns. Check out www.acorns.com/chewjitsu to get a $20 bonus with a $5 investment. Remember to consider your investment objectives before investing. Manscaped. Check out https://www.manscaped.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

On this episode of the podcast we go through some questions we received on Instagram. Some of the questions we answered: Why do I feel guilty when I don't train? Advice to someone who is helping coach for the first time. Has Chewy read the Koran? Do you stretch before or after training? Do professors hold students back to make their gym look better? Thoughts on "Car-Jitsu." Do you lift before rolling or roll before lifting? Books that Chewy is currently reading. Should you rest or train hard before a competition? How many calories does Chewy consume? Predictions on "Who's Number 1" match up between Jacob Couch and Gordon Ryan. Is morality subjective? What soap do we use after BJJ training? Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Manscaped. Check out https://www.manscaped.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

Daniele Bolelli is a BJJ black belt, history professor, writer, and runs a popular history podcast called "History On Fire." Daniele shares his interest in studying history, how he learned to study more efficiently, the importance of ritual, not focusing too much on the results, the pros and cons of being a specialist, getting the most out of training BJJ 2-3 days per week, learning martial arts for sport and self-defense, how martial artists in history would stack up to martial artists today, Bruce Lee and his philosophies and relationship with success, and the dangers of pushing yourself too hard. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Acorns. Check out www.acorns.com/chewjitsu to get a $20 bonus with a $5 investment. Remember to consider your investment objectives before investing. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

On this episode Chewy shares a "dirty little black belt secret." Chewy discusses how motivation wasn't something he needed for training, how to get to the gym even when you don't feel like it, how Chewy develops motivation for doing things he doesn't enjoy, discipline vs. priority, how the end result can build motivation, why you should visualize a goal you're chasing and an idea/experience you're running from, why knowing what you don't want is powerful, finding your reason for training Jiu-Jitsu. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Manscaped. Check out https://www.manscaped.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

On this episode Chewy and Eugene discuss learning styles such as Intuitive and Mechanistic learning, the differences between these learning styles, and the benefits and drawbacks of each style of learning. We also discuss the process of breaking down and explaining Jiu-Jitsu techniques and positions when teaching, learning to improvise in Jiu-Jitsu, and why failure is the currency for improvement. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Acorns. Check out www.acorns.com/chewjitsu to get a $20 bonus with a $5 investment. Remember to consider your investment objectives before investing. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

On this episode of the podcast we chat with James Smith. James is a Personal Trainer, author, and BJJ purple belt from the UK. On this episode, we chat about "Liver King," steroids, why James' job is to make people's lives "better but not the best," the pros and cons of using Testosterone, coming to the realization to quit Rugby, how Jiu-Jitsu helps bring back the team comradery, Jiu-Jitsu being your "third place," what prompted James to start Jiu-Jitsu, switching BJJ gyms, training with B-Team in Austin, going to the gun range in Texas, how James grew a large social media following, how to get comfortable recording videos, what its like getting recognized by fans, the type of weight-training to supplement Jiu-Jitsu, leg locks, and tons more. You can follow James on social media @jamessmithpt Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Manscaped. Check out https://www.manscaped.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss the importance of attempting to control your emotions, and how this can impact your Jiu-Jitsu as well as your life. We also chat about the value of stopping and seeking more knowledge to get the full picture, what to do when you get angry during training, how to learn from instances when you lose your temper, and if being angry has any benefits in training. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Acorns. Check out www.acorns.com/chewjitsu to get a $20 bonus with a $5 investment. Remember to consider your investment objectives before investing. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss some key concepts on how to train as you get older. They discuss the importance of adjusting your training, the value of listening your body, focusing on recovery especially after an injury, how to adjust your training, and how to increase longevity and improve your performance on the mats. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Manscaped. Check out https://www.manscaped.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss how to develop an unstoppable Jiu-Jitsu technique. We dive into the various stages of motor learning, the initial inconsistencies in technique, the developmental process of a Jiu-Jitsu technique, the importance of properly performing the technique, varying setups, grip focus, the problems you run into and what to do to solve them, how to add deception to your game, why you shouldn't give yourself a choice when a technique doesn't work, the value of facing roadblocks. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to charlottesweb.com/chewjitsu and pick up some high quality CBD to help with all of your recovery needs. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

On this episode of The Chewjitsu Podcast, we are joined by BJJ Black Belt Henry Akins. Henry is a BJJ Black Belt under Rickson Gracie and the founder of "Hidden Jiu-Jitsu." On this episode, we discuss teaching and learning Jiu-Jitsu, and how the way Jiu-Jitsu has been taught has not evolved with the sport. We also discuss the most beneficial type of training with least risk of injury, how to make techniques automatic, the importance of starting slow, how to supplement your Jiu-Jitsu outside of class time, what it was like training in the early days with Rickson Gracie, whether the basics have been lost in the progression of Jiu-Jitsu, how to make the basics more effective, creating pressure through movement, the importance of weight distribution, and an interesting thing to focus on when breathing. To check out Henry's courses head over to https://www.hiddenjiujitsu.com/ and use the discount code: Chew20off to receive 20% OFF Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to charlottesweb.com/chewjitsu and pick up some high quality CBD to help with all of your recovery needs. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

The idea of the episode is to not focus on what happens, but more importantly how you respond to the things that happen. We discuss dealing with difficult situations in Jiu-Jitsu, Chewy shares a story of an unsuccessful marketing idea for his gym, and how he responded and adjusted tactics. We also share a story about one of Chewy's black belts, who was a an aggressive grappler and sustained an injury, and was forced to change change and adjust his approach to training. We also chat about complacency, the conditions that create a positive outcome are many times not ideal, how a "defect" can become a blessing, if you should ever "sulk" when something doesn't go your way, developing athleticism for your specific sport, and how to use your body type for your Jiu-Jitsu. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to charlottesweb.com/chewjitsu and pick up some high quality CBD to help with all of your recovery needs. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Manscaped. Check out https://www.manscaped.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss New Year's resolutions and goal setting. We discuss being careful not to get obsessed with a goal and what to do once you reach your goal, the importance of the person you are developing into instead of the importance of the goal, when do you change a goal if its unattainable, the value of journaling to figure out what you want, and Chewy's goals for 2022. Live Q&A starts at 39:00 Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to charlottesweb.com/chewjitsu and pick up some high quality CBD to help with all of your recovery needs. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Manscaped. Check out https://www.manscaped.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

Kody Steele is a Jiu-Jitsu black belt and MMA fighter. On this episode, we discuss Kody's start in wrestling, what he feels are the most important aspects of wrestling, Kody's favorite competition ruleset, if you should you modify your game based on your opponent, learning from your losses, the adjustment period at every belt and his toughest belt to adjust to, developing your style of Jiu-Jitsu, his biggest Jiu-Jitsu influences, why being an exciting grappler is sometimes more important than winning, his strength and conditioning program, recovery, balancing his training schedule, developing your game, the advantages of tough and lighter training sessions, training in the Gi, and his goals for training. Follow Kody on Instagram @kody_steelebjj Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to charlottesweb.com/chewjitsu and pick up some high quality CBD to help with all of your recovery needs. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

Chewy and Eugene discuss the idea of discipline and how you can access more of it in your life. We also chat about how discipline for Jiu-Jitsu can be the conscious effort of working on techniques or positions that you're not as good at, lining up your habits achieve your goals. how being disciplined is demonstrated as being more thoughtful with your actions, the awareness that is required for discipline, the value of having a coach, will-power being a limited resource, why you should strive to make decisions automatic, the key elements of discipline, designing your lifestyle, and some general advice for newer Jiu-Jitsu practitioners. Check out the pre-sale for the Epic Roll X Chewjitsu rashguards and shorts which ends on Monday, 12/27/2021. https://chewjitsu.myshopify.com/products/the-chewjitsu-epic-roll-rashguard https://chewjitsu.myshopify.com/products/chewjitsu-epic-fight-shorts-elastic-waistband Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast