1-800-BJJ-HELP #170 Check In: 2025 Reflections and Goals for 2026
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Jan 18, 2026 Jake Luigi, a BJJ content creator and founder of the Outlier Database, dives into an exciting reflection on 2025 and the aspirations for 2026. He discusses his focus on top position and seated guard, the growth of his database, and upcoming app developments. They explore the evolution of leg locks and innovations in techniques like the reverse matrix hook. Jake also emphasizes the importance of community-driven data entry and analyzes how engaging storytelling can keep practitioners motivated in their Jiu-Jitsu journey.
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Blue Belt Brought Relief, Not Magic
- Josh reflected that getting his blue belt in 2025 primarily brought psychological relief rather than technical change.
- He noted he hasn't competed yet as a blue belt, so practical differences remain to be seen.
Helping Open A New Gym
- Jake helped cut mats and assist with Corvus Grappling Collective's soft opening, which felt surreal to him.
- The gym quickly filled and now has a waitlist while they finish installing more mats.
Make Study Habit Easy To Start
- Outlier added daily study and exclusive videos to reduce churn by giving users something to open even without a specific study goal.
- The feature shifts the product from pure self-directed study toward light curation to onboard less-motivated users.