I Suck At Jiu Jitsu Show

You Either WIN or You LEARN Wrong! It is very easy to lose and learn nothing. Jiu-Jitsu progression is all about becoming a good learner. It's not as easy as just losing. We have to fight the enemy of Progression... Excuses! Join Josh(@thejoshmckinney) as he breaks down how to learn from both winning and losing and the mistakes you just might be making!

Today Josh gets to sit down with the host of the Grappling Central Podcast, Ryan Ford. Ryan is the brown belt who has probably gotten to conversate with more high level black belts than anyone on earth! Getting to hear his opinions is fun and educational. Some other topics of the episode are: - Should you "make" your kids train jiu-jitsu - Steroid use in BJJ - Car rides with Dan Severn - Professional Wrestling - Old school Pride Fights

Can you learn Jiu-Jitsu on Youtube? Of Course! But how do you do it? How do you know what you're watching even works? Chewjitsu aka NIck Albin weighs in on this topic. Plus, he gives an incredible amount of input on dealing with the struggles of having too many options in BJJ. Chewy, as always, offers incredible insight on these topics and more and breaks them down into easily understandable bits that even Josh(@thejoshmckinney) can understand!

In the first Q&A of the year Josh(@thejoshmckinney) talks about how he finished the year sick and in quarantine. Other topics: What should each belt know? Are there dumb questions in Jiu-Jitsu? What are Josh's New Years Resolutions? Check Out Josh's Free Ebook "Simplifying Jiu-Jitsu": [https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/opt-in](https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/opt-in)

Dealing with a "boneless" or a "this doesn't work" training partner can be so frustrating! In today's episode Josh@thejoshmckinney) shows some of his favorite methods to deal with bad partners, how he finds the right partner, and how to drill properly when you have the right partner. Duck Guard: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/quack

The feeling of "I'm not getting better" is one of the most frustrating things that can happen in Jiu-Jitsu! Today Josh(@thejoshmckinney) shares some of his simple methods to breaking through plateaus. There are different reasons that you may feel like you're not progressing but as you will see from the video there is one MAIN reason that most people feel stuck. Learn what it is and how to beat it! To Simplify Your Jiu-Jitsu and receive Josh's free ebook Simplifying Jiu-Jitsu click here: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/opt-in

Different types of Breathing? I wasn't aware! Jiu-Jitsu Black Black belt Miles Lukas blows my mind with different breathing techniques in todays episode. He also talks, escaping police custody, cold water therapy, and a conversation that he had with Rickson Gracie. For a free copy of the Simplifying Jiu-Jitsu ebook: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/opt-in Check out Miles: http://breath.fitness/classes

Which works better, techniques or concepts? This is something that id debated among jiu-jitsu coaches. "Should I teach a broad concept or a specific technique?" In todays episode of the I suck at Jiu-Jitsu show Josh will give his opinion on the best way to teach/learn with a really simple idea. Focusing on the why. Check out the episode to find out how focusing on why can change your jiu-jitsu training! For a free copy of our simplifying jiu-jitsu ebook, check out: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/opt-in

There are no concepts that cover everything in jiu-jitsu, right? Chris Paines may have one. Today I get to interview the BJJ Black Belt who has never trained BJJ and his ideas on training jiu-jitsu are jaw dropping! We get to discuss Chris' unique lineage, the concept that made him so popular, and his opinions(that I happen to share) on jiu-jitsu style warm ups. This episode is guaranteed to simplify the way you look at jiu-jitsu! FREE Simplifying Jiu-Jitsu Ebook - https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/kimura Essentials of Jiu-Jitsu: Kimura - https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/kimura

What does it mean to overcome? I decided to ask film maker, Sam Rivera this question. Considering he built his entire brand on this powerful word, he seemed like the expert. As we dig deep in the interview you will learn A LOT of really interesting things on more than just overcoming. You will learn how Sam built a network with some of the biggest names in the business including Joe Rogan, Jocko, and even Teddy Atlas. Sam also describes the thought processes that got him out of the lowest of lows and how you can do the same! Receive a Free Copy of Simplifying Jiu-Jitsu: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/opt-in

We always talk in jiu-jitsu about how easy guys who wrestled in school have it. "They just need to learn some submissions." I hear that all of the time. But, is it true? I find that a majority of wrestlers that come in, don't stick with jiu-jitsu for some reason or another. Today I(@thejoshmckinney) have the pleasure of interviewing Eric Huebner(@erichueb12), one of my brown belts who was(and still is) a phenomenal wrestler and has transitioned into being sold out for gi jiu-jitsu. We dig into what it was like making that jump and why he loves jiu-jitsu so much. We also are able to tell the crazy story of the first time that I ever directly experienced racism. You guys are going to LOVE this episode. Enjoy! Simplifying Jiu-Jitsu free e book: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/opt-in

I Survived a hurricane last week. Here's how jiu-jitsu helped!

I nearly quit jiu-jitsu as a purple belt. This isn't something that I talk about very much, or even at all really. I used to try to get fulfillment in winning grappling tournaments. It worked for a long time, all the way up until I stopped winning. I know the thought of quitting jiu-jitsu is something that nearly everyone goes through in their journey. I wanted to take today and be honest about my struggle and some of the incredibly fortunate events and people that helped me get through this mindset. If you have a story of overcoming quitting jiu-jitsu, I would love to hear from you and share it on the podcast. Send me an email at josh@simplifyingjiujitsu.com or my instagram @thejoshmckinney 40% off of SImplifying Takedowns(only until 9/17/20): https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/takedowns FREE Ebook on making your jiu-jitsu training more efficient: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/opt-in

We've all had a friend that seemed like they were in it for the long haul all of the sudden stop showing up. It sucks because you feel like you're losing a training partner and a friend. Because like, who can be friends with someone who doesn't train? As you progress you will see it happen more and more. There are 3 common reasons that people quit Jiu-Jitsu. In today's episode, Josh(@thejoshmckinney) talks about what they are and how to avoid them. Get your copy of Simplifying takedowns: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/takedowns

I know I will take heat for this episode. But, like I say at the end, I would love to hear your opinion if you're pro warm ups in a class environment. I just find them to be a waste of time. Small caveat that I should of mentioned but simply forgot. I have found that warm ups in kids/teen classes are really helpful for getting kids focused and ready for class. Get Your Free Copy of Simplifying Jiu-Jitsu at simplifyingjiujitsu.com/opt-in

As a grappler, do you ever watch a tv show or youtube channel and think, "This guy is so cool, I bet he'd love jiu-jitsu?" Maybe I am the only weirdo who does that. Either way, finding out that someone that you look up to trains is such a fun experience! That is what happened to me a few weeks back when I found out Alex Mazhukhin(@mr.build_it) aka Mr.Build It on Youtube, took up jiu-jitsu a few years back. In this interview you get to see someone who is highly successful in one creative aspect who is applying those principles to jiu-jitsu. Alex also gives some extremely helpful tips to Josh(@thejoshmckinney) on social media that those of you who may want to enter the influencer world may really benefit from! Be sure to claim your free copy of Simplifying Jiu-Jitsu at simplifyingjiujitsu.com/opt-in

Today I will attempt to answer an impossible to answer question and probably offend everyone who listens. Who in my opinion should be on the BJJ Mount Rushmore? As with every Q&A on the I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu Show we dig into A LOT! Why am I not "feeling" technique very quickly? What has been the biggest challenge as a business owner during covid? Should their be criteria for each belt? We dig into all of these and many more Q's today. If you enjoy this episode be sure to Subscribe to the show for all of our future content. If you just absolutely LOVE free jiu-jitsu content go to simplifyingjiujitsu.com/opt-in to get a FREE copy of Josh's newest ebook "Simplifying Jiu-Jitsu."

For me(@thejoshmckinney) coming up in the St Louis Jiu-Jitsu scene there is one person that was never a part of my team, whom I believe had a huge influence on my jiu-jitsu. Whether by creating tournament series/super fight shows that I was able to compete on or training up opponents that I had the privilege of fighting. That person was Jw Wright(@jw.wright). I think if there's one hidden thing to pull out of this interview it is how important it is to give back to your local jiu-jitsu community. That was something that Jw has always done. Even though you could argue that my team was his direct competitor in business and in competition there was always an open door policy both ways when to came to cross training and helping each other out. If you enjoyed today's episode be sure to subscribe to the channel. If you want to be a part of the simplifying jiu-jitsu email list go to simplifyingjiujitsu.com/opt-in and I will also send you a FREE copy of the "Simplifying Jiu-Jitsu" ebook that I recently wrote. Be on the lookout for my new youtube series "Why You Suck at Jiu-Jitsu" where we break down the fine details of a move/position and explain what most people miss.

Happy #SucklessSaturday! I'm today's short episode we dig in on one of the worst mindsets for jiu-jitsu(and success in general). The victim mentality. Learn some really quick tips to identify and defeat this poisonous attitude, that you might not even realize that you have!

Ever wonder why you roll with some people and it feels like they're not even trying? Want to know a secret? They AREN'T! These are the people that understand how to "Feel" Jiu-Jitsu. In this episode of the I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu Show Josh (@thejoshmckinney) breaks down his most important training ideology yet. Please send all questions and suggestions about the show to Josh@simplifyingjiujitsu.com