
Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast
Discussions on improving your BJJ, navigating mat-politics and all aspects of the jiu jitsu lifestyle. Multiple weekly episodes for grapplers of any level. Hosted by JT and Joey - Australian jiu jitsu black belts, strength coaches, and creators of Bulletproof For BJJ App. Based out of Sydney, Australia
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Mar 31, 2025 • 28min
Are Your Expectations Ruining Your Jiu Jitsu Journey?!
Do you go into class expecting to get crushed.. and then you get crushed? Could it be possible that you are manifesting poor performance with your own self doubt? They say the fight game is more mental than physical, learn here why your mental could be the thing holding you back or propelling you forward. Keep your head up and keep progressing!----------------------BULLETPROOF SHIRTS: https://www.fanwear.com.au/products/c...----------------------Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today:iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletp...Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofUnlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16https://submeta.io/

Mar 30, 2025 • 17min
The Return Of Gi: J-Rod's Unexpected Training Shift
The jiu-jitsu world is buzzing with an unexpected development: J-Rod, the ADCC silver medalist known almost exclusively for his no-gi prowess, has been spotted training in the gi with Tainan Dalpra at AOJ. This surprising shift has sparked fascinating conversations about what might be a cultural turning point in the sport. In order to have the GOAT conversation do you need to include both of the arts? Find out here why this may be very important for the resurrection of gi jiu jitsu and how someone like J Rod could bring the gi back to fame.Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today:iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletp...Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofUnlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16https://submeta.io/

Mar 27, 2025 • 17min
Cauliflower Ear IS A Rite Of Passage In BJJ
Why does it seem like there is a new guard in BJJ and they are avoiding cauliflower ear like the plague AND would even go so far as to call it ugly... SHAME. Cauliflower ear is a literal and figurative symbol of the lumps you have taken along the way. Maybe you love your cauliflower ear, maybe you hate it, but as far as we're concerned it's not going anywhere. Let us know in the comments your cauli stories...Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today:iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletp...Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofUnlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16https://submeta.io/

Mar 25, 2025 • 13min
There's A New World Champion And Here's Why...
Has the ecological approach changed the game? Or is Deandre Corbe just that good already? Is Greg Souders the reason for his triumph or his past and love of the BJJ game. Find everything you want to know here...Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today:iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletp...Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofUnlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16https://submeta.io/

Mar 22, 2025 • 39min
Is Setting Goals In BJJ Actually Holding You Back?
When pursuing a black belt in jiu-jitsu becomes your north star, you might be setting yourself up for failure without even realizing it. The fixation on belt promotions and tournament victories—while natural—often becomes the very obstacle standing between you and meaningful progress on the mats. We dive into this goal setting epidemic and go over ways how you are able to navigate staying consistent on your BJJ journey.Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today:iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletp...Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofUnlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16https://submeta.io/

Mar 20, 2025 • 22min
How BJJ Destroys Your Neck (And The Solution)
Another QNA masterpiece. We tackle three important questions about common BJJ injuries and training challenges, focusing on practical solutions for neck injuries, managing training intensity, and recovering from spinal fusion surgery.Leave us a question for the next QNA episode:https://bulletproofforbjj.com/podcastIncrease athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today:iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletp...Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofUnlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16https://submeta.io/

Mar 17, 2025 • 18min
Unlocking Your Body's Potential: The Power Of Soft Tissue Work
Why have so many disavowed the power of massage and soft tissue work? If something is not "scientifically proven" does it deserve to be totally thrown out? We explore the underrated power of soft tissue work as one of the most effective tools for improving training performance and preventing injuries. Massage, rolling and trigger point techniques are essential despite scientific controversy, delivering real-world results that dramatically improve movement and alleviate pain. Tune in for a little knowledge on a subject you may have thrown out!Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today:iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletp...Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofUnlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16https://submeta.io/

Mar 14, 2025 • 16min
Victor Hugo Takes Nicky Rods Lunch Money
Two shocking upsets rocked the combat sports world this past weekend, revealing fascinating patterns about championship mindsets and what it truly takes to stay on top. Victor Hugo stunned the grappling community by defeating Nicky Rod, the million-dollar champion whose dominance seemed beyond question after his flawless CJI tournament run. And then Magomed Ankalaev took down the seemingly unstoppable Poatan. Is this a story of flying too close to the sun? Or is it just new champions evolving past the old guard?Leave us a question for the next QNA episode:https://bulletproofforbjj.com/podcastIncrease athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today:iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletp...Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofUnlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16https://submeta.io/

Mar 10, 2025 • 27min
Why Grittiness In BJJ Is Essential
Are you gritty, or are you... quitty? Mental toughness separates those who excel in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from those who simply participate. It often manifests in unexpected individuals– the quiet accountant, the elderly gentleman, the smaller woman – who demonstrate extraordinary mental fortitude despite lacking physical advantages. These individuals prove that psychological resilience can outshine any other advantages. Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today:iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletp...Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofUnlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16https://submeta.io/

Mar 7, 2025 • 20min
QNA: Talking While Rolling, When Am I Getting Promoted, New Generation Of Grapplers Making BJJ Unfair
Do you talk during rolls? Maybe it's time you stop... We also go over the rules on IBJJF belt restrictions and how it tends to not really matter anymore. Lastly, is the new generation of grapplers getting too good? Are they coming into the hobbyist's world and wrecking shop. That may just be how the cookie crumbles...Leave us a question for the next QNA episode:https://bulletproofforbjj.com/podcastIncrease athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today:iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletp...Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofUnlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16https://submeta.io/
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