Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast

Have you competed before? Are you a seasoned Pro? How to prepare for comp is an important process that will ultimately determine success on the day. If you are new to the comp scene and are thinking about jumping in make sure you consider:Weight Category & Making weightPlan Your Week for Comp DayWhat is your Game Plan?FOMO will F*ck up your Taper!Will Abstinence assist your BJJ?If you only have a limited amount of time, making sure you factor in these 5 key steps will  ensure you show up ready to roll and compete at your best!

The Gi Strikes Back!! The 2023 Pan American championships were Big as many of BJJ's legends put on an epic show proving that the Kimono is still Killing it. Super tough fight between Sandhagen and Vera with what some are calling a controversial decision. Also shock News- Matt Fraser aka The Fittest Man in the World, 5x Crossfit champion,  blows out his knee in a BJJ class warm up?! How is it possible and what does this mean for you?

Have you ever trained with a BJJ World champion? Do you want to be the best at  BJJ? "Steel sharpens Steel" is a saying that gets thrown around a bit, but there are outliers in Jiu-Jitsu who did not come from championship teams and still broke through to dominate the competition scene.JT & Joey discuss the "Mathew Effect" and how that works for everyone getting better and then those special people who live outside the 'HotSpots' and still find their way to the top of the podium.If you want to be the best and you are from a small town- can you be the best in the world? The boys break down what it might take for you to get there.

What's the best way to improve your energy on the mats? This question comes up regularly, so JT & Joey breakdown the meanest and most effective ways for you to build your work capacity off the mats.Loaded ConditioningRuckingHill SprintsSled Pushing & PullingWrestlingIf you are struggling with your endurance on the mats we encourage you to roll more. But if you are looking for fast and effective ways to really push your fitness level- these are the best routines.

Shock news Nicky Rod has recently had his blood work reviewed and has been deemed... Natural- at least for the last 6 or so months. Edwards vs Usman in a super tight rematch! Bobby Sandhu dropping stand up comedy bombs on Kill Tony and repping for BJJ. Friday Night Fights! One Fighting Championship has partnered with Australian TV giant Channel 7 to bring MMA, Kickboxing @ No-Gi submission grappling to the mainstream! Let the take over begin.

Do you think about BJJ in terms of actual fighting? Is BJJ a cult? Xande has seen Jiu-jitsu from all angles as a Martial Art and a Sport. He speaks on the Gordon Ryan effect with greater Fame and money, how this effects the culture of BJJ.He discusses finding the Good in all things and that Jiu-Jitsu requires a solid structure in order for people to learn the art and develop as a good person.Bowing, fighting, tying your belt and delayed satisfaction this wide ranging conversation covers topics rarely spoken about and given the unique insight from one of the men who helped build the art and culture we enjoy today.

One of the greatest Jiu-JItsu Competitors in the History of the game. He has done it all multiple times - World Absolute, Heavy weight, IBJJF & ADCC Champion! He drops some real gems about his origins in BJJ and how Luta Livre battled BJJ in the streets.He reveals how he became a world champion and the training that took him to the next level with his legendary brother Saulo.Through the fire of fighting the greatest competitors including Roger Gracie, Xande emerged as a Juggernaut. He tested his skills at the ADCC and discusses all the steps it took for him to break through in No-Gi and overcome serious injury to be the best.

The biggest Drug Bust in BJJ History- 5 athletes suspended for 3 year! Elisabeth Clay wins through to become the 1st Female Polaris Champion. A friend of the Podcast has been kicked out of his Gym of 5 years for asking permission to train at another gym and treated as a traitor.  Joey has extended his approach of Rest rounds to Rest Weeks find out why this might work for you!

Have you had a quitting moment? Lost the love for the game? Is there real reasons that you should reconsider chasing the dragon that is the Jiu-jitsu Lifestyle? There are many things that may make you want to step away from the BJJ game but before you decide to quit you need to ask yourself some important questions:INJURY: Why & How- Could it have been prevented?LOSING: Expectations & getting wrecked every Roll?NO LOVE: What is killing your enjoyment of the game?NOT PROGRESSING: Are you actually stuck or is it perspective?AGE & ACCUMULATION: What are you doing to deal with chronic Pain?Before you walk away from one of the best things in your life just consider that taking a slightly different approach and perspective on what BJJ means to you and just how far you have come from where you started.

Does your gym do social events? Do you have a BJJ best mate at your academy? Most Jiu-jitsu academies call themselves teams. But when you go to training are you looking forward to seeing your friends or dreading  the impending doom of getting squashed by strangers? JT & Joey outline what Gyms can do to make complete Strangers the best of friends:Post Training ChatsIt's not about the MoneyCreate Real Social EventsWhat makes Culture?How to build trust between StrangersThe social aspect is a huge part of what makes BJJ great. Understanding your training partners as a person can make a difference on the mat. Great gyms create space and time for their members to socialise.