The Mayn Idea Podcast
#124: Jonathan "JT" Torres - Battle Tested Champion Mindset, Wrestling's Role in Jiu Jitsu, and Peak Performance
Jonathan "JT" Torres is a 4th Degree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, 2x ADCC Champion, and Owner of Essential BJJ.
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(0:00) Intro
(2:29) Transition from Karate to Jiu Jitsu
(14:49) The Value of Wrestling in Jiu Jitsu
(27:50) Training in the Gi for NoGi Competitions
(33:14) Selecting the Right Training Partners
(41:43) Preparing for the Toughest ADCC Yet
(48:10) Balancing Strength Training and Jiu Jitsu
(58:24) Dealing with Injuries
(1:13:19) PEDs, Competition, and Clean Athlete Legacy
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