Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast

Episode 336: Are you a BJJ Entrepreneur? Do you run a BJJ related business? Both JT & Joey have spent more than 20 years working for themselves and have learned a lot through much trial and error! They share the huge mistakes and the unexpected wins that have helped build them into the entrepreneurs they are today running the Bulletproof for BJJ App, podcast and growing a community. Go behind the curtain and get deep into what it takes to make a successful BJJ business. They also unpack what can go wrong and what to avoid. You need to make an action plan, understand the systems that will help you survive and ultimately thrive. This is a deep dive into making your dream a reality- and not have it bankrupt you!Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ  with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial:  https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerStay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals

Episode 335: Are you new to the leg lock game? Have you ever been hit with a foot lock and didn't know the defence? More and more BJJ folks are learning and rolling with leg and foot locks at White Belt and Blue Belt and if you are. not prepared you will be caught lacking! JT & Joey break down where is the best place to start for both foot and knee attacks and how the mechanics of these particular submissions is similar to other techniques you already know and have practiced. Don't just panic tap next time someone grabs your foot, get around the basics of attack and defence to understand what makes these techniques effective. Let us know in the comments when you started learning leg locks and if you think its suitable for White and Blue Belts?Get all the juicy details on everything BJJ - Tap,Nap and Snap! The Newsletter for grapplers https://www.tapnapandsnap.com/?utm_source=BPYouTubeStay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals

Episode 334: Do you have a dedicated Competition Training Class at your Gym? Preparing for BJJ comps requires next level intensity to help simulate the big energy required to compete. Joey & JT discuss what you need to do to boost your rolls to be really prepared. Do you have tight ankles and find it hinders your ability to get low and shoot in to take people down. Ankle mobility can be the unlock to help improve your wrestling game and the boys unpack 3 key tips that will get you right.Fix Your Ankles: https://youtu.be/kreL20zs_HY?si=x8P1aT7A9a3Q_6t3Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ  with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial:  https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerStay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals

Episode 333: Do you get your car serviced regularly? Do you get a yearly check up at the Doctor? Funnily enough we BJJ Folks never do this when it comes to our physical function for rolling. Many of us do not want to know just how bad our injuries and accumulated damage is so we just ignore it until it's so bad we can't function. But what if it didn't have to come to this? JT & Joey are working a check up, a physical assessment that can let you know where you are at and then what to do about it.You may not be aware but for every year of BJJ you do there is a slow accumulation of wear and tear but this can be countered with a good routine of maintenance. When was the last time you had a physical check up? This is your call to action to take better care of yourself so you can enjoy training Jiu-jitsu for the long term.Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ  with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial:  https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerStay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals

Episode 332: Have you got Injury One-itis? Got that first big BJJ injury that you are struggling to deal with. When major injury strikes, it can really take over your life- but what can we do to get over this? A major part of getting through the process of rehabbing an Injury is not Catastrophising the situation: making it seem worse then it actually is. JT & Joey examine where you need to start, you must find out the nature of your injury and exactly how bad is it? Next step is having a rehab plan to get you back on the mats. This is a great opportunity to learn some new coping methods and develop some systems to deal with injury so the next time it does occur its a much easier process and you bounce back faster!Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ  with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial:  https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerStay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals

Episode 331: Are you always getting injured even though you do the right things? If you are someone who is constantly injured what the heck can you do about it. The Bulletproof boys bring some alternative answers that you may not expect. Friend of the podcast Pablo dislocated his shoulder and is not sure when is the right time to get back to training BJJ, so JT & Joey give a guideline on how to know when you are ready. Return caller Rae talks about dealing with Bursitis of the hip and getting a Cortisone InjectionGet all the juicy details on everything BJJ - Tap,Nap and Snap! The Newsletter for grapplershttps://www.tapnapandsnap.com/?utm_source=BPYouTubeStay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals

Have you ever been Disqualified at a Jiu-jitsu comp?  JT & Joey recount the messy and funny tales of competitors like John Combs and Bill "The Grill" Cooper, whose quests for glory took unexpected turns, and talk about what it means to be combat-ready and how even the prepared can be caught off guard. The boys break down the biological brawl that leads to lactic acid overload. We navigate the surprising and sometimes downright hilarious world of Jiu-Jitsu DQs - because sometimes, the real fight is against your own body's quirky reactions. Share your own memorable moments with us in the comments.Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ  with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial:  https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerStay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals

Episode 329: Have you ever had a Private Lesson with your coach? Are they the secret sauce to boosting your skills, or just another checkbox for moving up the ranks? JT & Joey discuss the potential growth that comes from one-on-one sessions but also the ethical questions that arise when gyms link them to belt progression. With countless online platforms has this form of training lost some of it's appeal as more people learn BJJ on their laptop and phone. From it's original roots in early Brazil exclusively focused on 1 to 1 learning to the evolution of large franchise schools, we'll journey through personal tales and the strategic nuances that private training can bring—think stock trading, but with more arm bars and less risk of financial ruin. Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ  with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial:  https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerStay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals

Episode 328: Do you have a special warm up you do before Competing? Do you psyche yourself up or need to calm your nerves? JT & Joey discuss the importance of mobility checks, why elevating body temperature is crucial, and which specific exercises set the stage for victory. This conversation is not just theory; it's a practical guide complete with personal anecdotes and proven strategies that will help both newcomers and veteran grapplers alike. Having your body ready to roll at 100% intensity is a fine balance between not being quite ready because you are holding back and over cooking yourself getting too hyped. Having a well practiced ritual which gets you both physically and mentally in the sweet spot is key to mastering competition performance.Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ  with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial:  https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerStay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals

Episode 327: Do you get Anxious about rolling and competing? Do find yourself constantly criticising yourself with negative self talk? This is actually not helping you just do the thing- get better at BJJ. Managing your self talk and your psychological approach to the pressures of BJJ is key to your long term success. Both JT & Joey have had their own battles with managing their minds and have had very different journeys taking different approaches to getting their heads straight. There is a definite time to expect high standards, analyse and critique what you are doing... but do not keep breaking things down and criticising when it is time to perform. Knowing when to think and when to just go is a skill that needs to be practiced and understood. If you are not learning different ways to keep a handle on your mind in a BJJ context then you are missing out. Everyone is different whether you are a hype beast or Zen champion you need a routine to be able learn and perform at your full potential. You gotta cut out the negative self talk and know how to get yourself right.Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ  with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial:  https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerStay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals