Chewjitsu

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss the importance of establishing your grips for Jiu-Jitsu techniques, and how this has an immense impact on your Jiu-Jitsu game. We discuss different types of gripping, using feints with gripping, modifying grips to make techniques work, problems that white belts have with gripping, decreasing grip/hand fatigue, reducing injury risk to the hands, and how to improve your grips. Live Q&A starts at 55:00 Topics Covered: Getting back to training, choosing a gym based on distance vs. schedule, younger grapplers using more leg locks, decreasing risk of injury when getting stacked on bottom, suggestions on recovery and thoughts on ice baths and sauna, formula for choosing a weight class for competition, tips on improving neck strength, how instructors determine when a student is ready for a belt promotion, how to improve low back flexibility, how to reduce jitters from drinking coffee. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/31HEWoT 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. 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://www.patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

Richard Bresler is a Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, Rorion Gracie's first Jiu-Jitsu student in America, and the author of the book "Worth Defending: How Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Saved My Life." Richard shares his story of how he met Rorion Gracie, how he started training , how jiu-jitsu offers a new beginning, what it was like training with Rorion Gracie, meeting and training with Rickson Gracie, his experiences from the early Gracie challenge matches, being a part of the first UFC and what it was like attending UFC 1, the story behind Royce Gracie being chosen to fight in the first UFC, Richard's falling out with Rorion, Richard's relationship with the Gracie Family today, and his book, "Worth Defending: How Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Saved My Life." You can purchase the book and learn more at https://worthdefendingbook.com/ and Facebook/Instagram @wothdefendingbook Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to [https://bit.ly/31HEWoT](https://bit.ly/31HEWoT) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out [https://www.epicrollbjj.com](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, we discuss the concept of being an "Anti-Martial Artist." We also chat about the evolution of Jiu-Jitsu and the importance of learning new techniques influenced by other martial arts, being a "technique mercenary," maintaining a "beginner's mind," the importance of training strikes with Jiu-Jitsu, using instructionals, and watching matches to improve your skillset. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/31HEWoT 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. 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

Joel Blanton is a Jiu-Jitsu black belt who has been training for over 20 years. Joel and Chewy share their first encounter at a tournament, how training in Professional Wrestling led to Joel's start in MMA, what the MMA scene was like in the early days, his start in Jiu-Jitsu, the ability to avoid confrontation, how to come back from a loss, tips for recovery for older grapplers, how to keep training exciting, giving back through Jiu-Jitsu, and applying lessons learned from Jiu-Jitsu to life. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to [https://bit.ly/31HEWoT](https://bit.ly/31HEWoT) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out [https://www.epicrollbjj.com](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

Kade Ruotolo is a Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt who trains out of Atos HQ. We start off the podcast discussing Kade's recent victory at *Who's Number One* by "Buggy Choke." We discuss how Kade developed this new technique and how he implemented the submission into high level competition. Kade shares what it was like starting Jiu-Jitsu at 3 years old, the relationship and support he received from his parents, what makes Andre Galvao a great coach, his class structure and training schedule, favorite tournament format and his thoughts on competing in Combat Jiu-Jitsu, the match that was most meaningful, why training Gi and No-Gi is important, what its like having a brother who is a high level competitor, how surfing has impacted his Jiu-Jitsu, the importance of drilling, training leg locks, predictions for the future of Jiu-Jitsu, the upcoming Polaris Squads event, how to stay motivated, and advice to parents to help their kids stick with Jiu-Jitsu. Kade's also discusses how he handles tough training sessions. Check out Kade's next tournament: The Polaris Squads Event on August 7, 2021. Polaris Event Details: https://polarisprograppling.com/ Learn more about the Chewjitsu Training Camp going on August 27 - 29, 2021 https://www.chewjitsu.net/contact-us/ Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/31HEWoT 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. 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://www.patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

On this episode of the podcast Chewy and Eugene discuss the recent viral video between ADCC Champion Orlando Sanchez and Professional MMA fighter Sean Strickland. We break down the technique Orlando used in the video, whether it was a "dick move," and give our thoughts on the situation altogether. We also discuss what makes something a "dick move" in Jiu-Jitsu, talking trash in the gym, moves that you use in competition vs. moves that you use in training, avoiding pointing the finger at others, how to train with an injured training partner. Chewjitsu Training Camp August 27th - 29th, 2021. Sign up for the e-mail list to be the first to get updates https://www.chewjitsu.net/contact-us/ Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to [https://bit.ly/31HEWoT](https://bit.ly/31HEWoT) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 20% off of your total purchase for the month of June 2021. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out [https://www.epicrollbjj.com](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, Chewy and Eugene discuss the "rules for Jiu-Jitsu." The rules discussed were: Jiu-Jitsu is a marathon, doing something new to shake things up, having a clear vision to what you're chasing, pacing yourself, and accepting failure as the currency for progress. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to [https://bit.ly/31HEWoT](https://bit.ly/31HEWoT) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 20% off of your total purchase during the month of June 2021. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out [https://www.epicrollbjj.com](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 discusses something that he learned from the books *With The Old Breed* by Eugene Sledge and *The Things Our Fathers Saw* by Matthew Rozell. The part that was interesting was the key difference between veterans and new soldiers and how the acceptance of the idea of death from the veteran soldiers allowed them to be more aggressive. And as it relates to BJJ, experienced grapplers who have accepted the possibility of losing are able to be more aggressive on the mats. We also answer one question that we received on Instagram: If we could go back and change one thing about our training habits to prevent injuries, what would it be? Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to [https://bit.ly/31HEWoT](https://bit.ly/31HEWoT) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 20% off of your total purchase for the month of June 2021. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out [https://www.epicrollbjj.com](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

Eliot Marshall is a Jiu-Jitsu black belt and former Mixed Martial Artist. Eliot is also a business owner, podcaster, and author. He was the first American to win the BJJ Pan American Championship at blue, purple, and brown belt. After transitioning to MMA, Eliot fought on The Ultimate Fighter, earned a UFC contract, and fought for 4 more years. Upon retirement he became the co-owner of Easton Training Center. On this episode, Eliot shares his story of being bullied and having his home constantly vandalized which forced him to seek safety. Eliot found that safety through the ability to defend himself with Jiu-Jitsu and martial arts. Eliot discusses the value of helping others, the importance of your training partners to grow your BJJ skills, the major improvements and changes he has seen in BJJ, how to improve your weaknesses in Jiu-Jitsu, why you should "go on a diet with your Jiu-Jitsu techniques," why fear is an illusion, his experience on The Ultimate Fighter Season 8, why he felt that he was fighting in MMA for the wrong reasons, how having an intense battle with anxiety in 2016 changed his life, and the importance of maintaining balance in life. Eliot's Gym [www.eastontc.com](http://www.eastontc.com/) Gym Growth Course [Eason.online](http://eason.online/) Instagram @firemarshall205 Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to [https://bit.ly/31HEWoT](https://bit.ly/31HEWoT) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out [https://www.epicrollbjj.com](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! Hoist. Check out [https://drinkhoist.com](https://drinkhoist.com/) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 10% 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 discusses the concept of disrupting your opponent's game by trying to figure out what their objectives and strategies are. Chewy and Eugene also chat about the value of looking at the common objectives for each position or technique in BJJ, how to study or learn about an opponent, studying opponent tendencies objectively, why training with people at a lower skill level is important, and key concepts to building confidence. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to [https://bit.ly/31HEWoT](https://bit.ly/31HEWoT) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out [https://www.epicrollbjj.com](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](https://www.manscaped.com/) and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Hoist. Check out [https://drinkhoist.com](https://drinkhoist.com/) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 10% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

We answer a listener question on preparing for a Jiu-Jitsu tournament on two weeks notice. Chewy gives his tips on staying in shape, should you compete if you're out of shape, adjusting your training to your "A-Game," how much you should roll, what would stop Chewy from doing a competition, is there an indicator on whether you should or shouldn't compete, is there any advantage of competing on short notice, and much more. Thanks to the podcast Sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/31HEWoT 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. Hoist. Check out https://drinkhoist.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 10% off of your total purchase. Get tons of podcast exclusives including guest interviews, after podcast chats, and full seminars/training tips at https://www.patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

Chewy answers a question on cutting weight for BJJ competition. Chewy discusses how important weight cutting is to BJJ and his thoughts on the low carb and Keto diet approach to cutting weight. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to [https://bit.ly/31HEWoT](https://bit.ly/31HEWoT) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out [https://www.epicrollbjj.com](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/](https://www.manscaped.com/) and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Hoist. Check out https://drinkhoist.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 10% off of your total purchase.

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss their thoughts Gordon Ryan's comment on Gi Jiu-Jitsu being phased out over the next 10 years. We discuss our opinions on this topic, what rule sets/changes could make Gi Jiu-Jitsu more exciting, and we also do a live Q&A session. Q&A: 34:50 The rule change that could make Gi BJJ more exciting. 48:36 Have you ever farted on someone while training? 49:00 Fight predictions for Oliveira vs. Chandler. 51:30 How to open a gym and become a BJJ black belt. 56:18 How do you improve cardio for BJJ? 59:40 Tips on training BJJ with a herniated disc. 1:05:24 Would you recommend learning takedowns as a white belt? 1:09:00 A friend is coming to my gym and wants me to ask about keeping the stripes on his belt. 1:11:12 How to use long arms to my advantage? 1:13:00 Tips on how to train Jiu-Jitsu with lower energy levels. 1:21:00 How to build your game around the Kimura grip/submission. 1:24:00 How to be less scary if you're a bigger person training with someone smaller. 1:27:20 My BJJ gym is competing in a tournament and I feel that I have to compete even though I don't enjoy competing. 1:33:30 How to train against larger opponents. 1:37:20 How to avoid cauliflower ear. 1:39:15 Thoughts on opening a gym as a purple belt (continued). 1:42:00 How friendly is Chewy's gym to visitors? 1:45:25 What to do if someone's beard gets in the way of a collar choke? Thanks to the podcast Sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to [https://bit.ly/31HEWoT](https://bit.ly/31HEWoT) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out [https://www.epicrollbjj.com](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/](https://www.manscaped.com/) and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Hoist. Check out https://drinkhoist.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 10% off of your total purchase.

Todd is a former Marine, Jiu-Jitsu black belt, an author, and specializes in Executive Protection. Todd discusses how he started training BJJ 25 years ago, how Jiu-Jitsu was unique to other martial arts, the early days of Jiu-Jitsu, fighting NHB (No Holds Barred/MMA), starting his Executive Protection company, traveling to over 140 countries, his book "Protection For and From Humanity," how to check your surroundings when walking into a room, thoughts on the self-defense techniques, and how to improve police training. Check out Todd's website www.tourprotection.com and follow Todd on Instagram @tourtraining Thanks to the podcast Sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to [https://bit.ly/31HEWoT](https://bit.ly/31HEWoT) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out [https://www.epicrollbjj.com](https://www.epicrollbjj.com/) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Pre-order the Chewjitsu x Origin Collab Gi (Available for pre-order May 7-May 21)

Chewy and Eugene discuss funny childhood stories and what life was like when they grew up, being bored as a kid, sharing thoughts on social media, the benefit of not doing, how Chewy slows down and rests, why to delegate tasks, and why contemplation is vital for efficiency. Thanks to the podcast Sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to [https://bit.ly/31HEWoT](https://bit.ly/31HEWoT) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out [https://www.epicrollbjj.com](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/](https://www.manscaped.com/) and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping!

Shawn Williams is a 4th degree BJJ black belt under Renzo Gracie, a BJJ analyst and commentator, and the creator of "The Williams Guard." Shawn shares his story of going to New York to meet Renzo Gracie, moving to New York to train, the high level training partners he had, living and working in New York, the worst job he ever had, using Jiu-Jitsu for self-defense, Shawn's main training partners, the process of overcoming a tough training session, how Shawn created "The Williams Guard," the difference between "chokes" and "strangles," how Shawn has evolved his game, how to train when you get older, the one thing Shawn always tells his students, what attributes Shawn looks for in a student, the dangers of expectations, the most important tip to remember if you're injured, thoughts on self-defense focused Jiu-Jitsu training and sport Jiu-Jitsu, the three separate types of Jiu-Jitsu, Jiu-Jitsu in the Olympics, opening a gym after COVID, fun Renzo Gracie stories, and the future of BJJ. Check out Shawn's gym https://www.renzogracienashville.com/ and follow Shawn on Instagram @shawnwilliamsbjj Thanks to the podcast Sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to [https://bit.ly/31HEWoT](https://bit.ly/31HEWoT) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out [https://www.epicrollbjj.com](https://www.epicrollbjj.com/) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase.

Sean is a former Green Beret, former Police Officer, and now runs the YouTube channel, "FNG Academy." Sean recently released his new book, "Rising Above." On this episode, Sean discusses his difficult childhood, getting in trouble as a kid, seeking out mentors, joining the military to get away, becoming a Green Beret (special forces training), why you shouldn't play the victim card, the importance of taking ownership of your circumstances, using negative circumstances/experiences as a motivator, how the news/media tries to divide people, leaving the military, the process of goal setting, imposter syndrome, creating a YouTube channel, and writing his book "Rising Above." Follow Sean on Instagram @seanbuckrogers and check out his youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt3rz2NOIXEpp5NZPG0VJSQ Thanks to the podcast Sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to [https://bit.ly/31HEWoT](https://bit.ly/31HEWoT) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out [https://www.epicrollbjj.com](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/](https://www.manscaped.com/) and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping!

James Clingerman is a 3rd degree BJJ black belt that started training over 24 years ago and is the owner of *Indiana Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy.* James discusses the crazy place that he first started training jiu-jitsu, learning BJJ from books and VHS instructionals, what the competition scene looked like when James started training, the craziest place James did a tournament, James' first fights in MMA, his incredible recovery from a severe injury, crazy MMA stories, and basic self-defense concepts. Check out his gym: https://www.ibjja.com/ Thanks to the podcast Sponsors: *Charlotte's Web CBD*. Head over to https://bit.ly/31HEWoT 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. Exclusive podcast extras such as conversations with guests, training footage, and more at https://www.patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast Check out Chewy's new course on side control submissions, *The Arms Race, at https://www.chewjitsutraining.com/armsrace*

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene did a Youtube Live Q&A. Some of the questions answered: 9:30 At what age can kids start adult classes? 15:33 Stories about Indiana BJJ guys like James Clingerman. 22:33 "Old-School Jiu-Jitsu" vs. "New-School Jiu-Jitsu." 35:20 More details about Chewjitsu and Origin Gi collaboration. 36:34 How to deal with the feeling of a "decline in BJJ." 37:30 Martial arts gyms resisting new jiu-jitsu techniques. 43:50 Letting go of attachment to the outcome. 50:30 White belt, who started training 6 weeks ago at age 43 keep getting injured. 54:15 Go-To abdominal exercises. 56:40 How to be a good training partner if you are less skilled. 1:02:00 Book recommendations. 1:05:30 Recommendations on starting your own Cash-Based Physical Therapy practice. 1:09:50 How you should treat tournament rolls. 1:12:42 How stay motivated to keep training after so many years. 1:19:53 What would you tell your younger self/what would you have done differently? 1:29:00 What exercises to practice to control breathing during training. 1:35:50 What are our thoughts about Jiu-Jitsu Being In The Olympics. Thanks to the podcast Sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to [https://bit.ly/31HEWoT](https://bit.ly/31HEWoT) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out [https://www.epicrollbjj.com](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/](https://www.manscaped.com/) and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Submission Nutrition. Pick up some oats to help fuel your training at www.submissionnutrition.com and use code Chewjitsu for 15% off your purchase.

On this episode of the podcast we discuss how to get the most benefit out of BJJ seminars. We discuss the benefit of focusing on less, why chewy disliked seminars at first, how to go about recording a seminar, who benefits most from a seminar, how to pick a seminar, why in-person seminars are better than instructionals, whether you should choose a seminar based on how accomplished the instructor is, what is a Chewjitsu Seminar like, and a bonus tip from Chewy on the most important tip for content creators. Thanks to the podcast Sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to [https://bit.ly/31HEWoT](https://bit.ly/31HEWoT) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out [https://www.epicrollbjj.com](https://www.epicrollbjj.com/) and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Submission Nutrition. Pick up some oats to help fuel your training at https://www.submissionnutrition.com/ and use code Chewjitsu for 15% off your purchase.