Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast

JT & Joey
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Nov 2, 2022 • 32min

#111 Competitive VS Creative BJJ: Is fighting to win hurting your Jiu-jitsu development?

Do you roll to win or just go with the Flow? Trying to win every roll may make you feel tough but this isn't necessarily the best way to learn and improve your game. The playful and creative approach can allow you to see positions and techniques that you might otherwise miss if you are only going for the Kill.Some of this depends on your training partners but setting an intention to be more relaxed and to try something new can open up your game.Joey opens up about his new BJJ mindset to become  "Joe Berimbolo" and JT explains the role of drilling in skill development.
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Oct 28, 2022 • 53min

#110 ADCC 2022: All the Action, Highlights & Crazy stories from grapplings biggest show.

ADCC is the Olympics of No-Gi grappling! This year's All Star  event in Las Vegas was the biggest to date. JT & Joey transport you there, talking all the action, the controversies and getting interviews with BJJ's biggest stars. All the celebrities turned out and the Bulletproof Boys met them all: Nate Diaz, Jocko Willink, Liver King, Chew Jitsu, Riccardo Arona, Roger Gracie... the list goes on.History was made with over 13,000 Jiu-jitsu fans, fire works and huge upset victories.For everything you did not see on the internet, this monster episode has got you covered.
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Oct 24, 2022 • 25min

#109 How Gymnastics Can Improve Your BJJ: The best movements to balance out your body.

Got a Handstand? Can you do the splits? Gymnasts are some of the most complete athletes of any sport and can demonstrate the greatest physical skills in the world. How can a normal person unlock these crazy skills? JT & Joey discuss the relevance  of training Gymnastic movements and improving your body weight strength for better Jiu-jitsu.
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Oct 13, 2022 • 52min

#108 WALTER BUSE: Champion Competitor turned BJJ Entrepreneur on how to succeed at making Jiu-Jitsu your life.

Ever thought of opening a BJJ Gym? Have you wanted to start a Jiu-Jitsu related business? Walter Buse has dedicated his life to competing and pushing himself to be the best in the world, battling the challenges of living and training in SaoPaulo. After opening his own gym in Vancouver and getting some early success he suffered a freak injury! This caused an identity crisis but put him on the path of starting a new Jiu-jitsu business "Pura Fibra". He shares incredible insights into what it takes to succeed in Business, build a championship team and create a life around BJJ.
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Oct 4, 2022 • 56min

#107 Open Mat Physio: Dr Diana Wang & Kris Martin reveal Keys to better BJJ, Mistakes to avoid and Preventing injury.

Sick of getting injured? Got some niggles you can't shake? The Open Mat Physio team have got the advice to help you. Dr Diana and Kris are both passionate BJJ practitioners as well as Physiotherapists. In this discussion they reveal some great insights.How to change your warm UpWhat BJJ actions to avoidFirst thing to do when you get InjuredWhen should you get Physiotherapy & when not toThis dynamic duo are on the frontlines of treating our BJJ Fam and know what works. This chat gives a clearer picture of how you can avoid injuries and improve your BJJ longevity. If you want to connect with the Open Mat Physio team click the link belowhttps://www.openmatphysio.com/services-1Check them out on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/openmat_physio/
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Sep 20, 2022 • 1h 3min

#106 The Raspberry Ape AKA Dan Strauss Pt.2: Broken back to Super strong, Dinnie Stones and secrets to better grappling.

Ever hurt your back? Thought you would never be the same? Dan Strauss broke his vertebrae and could not walk for more than a couple minutes without being crippled. He then went on to complete a legendary display of strength, lifting the Dinnie Stones.This discussion reveals much of what goes on behind the scenes and the philosophy that really sets Dan Strauss apart from the crowd and he reveals some hidden truths that can really help you improve your BJJ. To see more of The Raspberry Ape's stone lifting adventures check out Stones & Strangleshttps://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=stones+and+stranglesTo learn Strength Secrets from Dan Strauss checkout the links belowhttps://raspberryape.com/products/apestronghttps://raspberryape.com/products/ape-strong-sandbag-training-for-grapplers-instructional-video
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Sep 15, 2022 • 1h 6min

#105 The Raspberry Ape AKA Dan Strauss Pt.1: UK BJJ Origins, Strength as a way of life, Stone Lifting, bending steel and the Wall of Grip!

This Historical Episode is Part 1 of an Epic 2 part special. Dan Strauss is a Roger Gracie Blackbelt and a famed Garage Gorilla and well known for his ADCC and Polaris grappling performances.  Who would guess that a skinny kid could evolve into a renowned leader in the world of Strength and Grappling. Dan's passion for strength and collecting equipment grew into one of the most comprehensive and impressive home gym set ups of all time. Grip strength is at the heart of this discussion and JT goes deep with the Captain of crush himself.This is a wide ranging conversation that contains gem after gem on how to improve yourself for BJJ. Dan is an encyclopaedia of strength and grappling knowledge and if you want to know more click the links below to access is awesome instructional videos.  Grip Strength Training-    https://raspberryape.com/products/apestrongSandBag Training - https://raspberryape.com/products/ape-strong-sandbag-training-for-grapplers-instructional-video
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Sep 12, 2022 • 43min

#104 Mat Bullies! How to deal with them and Improve Gym Culture.

Ever had someone pick on you at training? Did they go out of their way to be mean to you? Abuse and bullying are present across all parts of life but in BJJ which is so physical it can be particularly confronting!  Whether it's coming from a higher rank or even just a bigger stronger team mate it can really put you off wanting to train.JT & Joey on in depth on their own personal experiences of Mat Bullying and it can wreck a gym's culture left unchecked. BJJ demands toughness but what is just banter and when does it start to be bullying?  What is rolling a bit too hard compared to physical abuse?
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Sep 9, 2022 • 15min

#103 BJJ Seminars Are Bullsh*t ?! Is this Staple of Jiu-jitsu a Waste of Time and Money?

When's the last time a BJJ seminar actually helped your game? This is a controversial topic as Seminars from World Champions are such a big part of the BJJ learning model. JT and Joey dig into a variety of seminars they have been to and  what makes a great experience and has helped them. You can learn something from anyone on the mat but at the heart of the Art is the BJJ seminar worth the time and money? Is this just an expensive meet and greet.
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Sep 4, 2022 • 1h 2min

#102 Jeremy Skinner: ADCC 66kg Dark Horse set to shake up the Grappling World.

Do you like leg locks? Do you like coffee? Joey gets all the inside info about what goes on behind the scenes to take a run at one of Jiu-jitsu's biggest competitions. Jeremy Paul Skinner has achieved victories over may world class grapplers and is set to showcase his leg lock game on a new level. They discuss everything:Coffee and why it mattersADCC TrialsGeneralist vs SpecialistDiet & Cutting to 66kgBeing a Young VeteranJeremy delivers excellent insights that can help anyone who aspires to perform on a higher level and cultivate a competitive grappling game. Keep an eye out for the next big name from Australia who is set to shock the grappling world. If you want to learn leg locks from Jeremy Skinner click the link below and get your head around his Quantum Entanglement Instructional.https://techniqly.com/shop/quantum-entanglement/

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