Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast

What is it like to learn from the best? Joey had the unique experience of spending a couple of days with BJJ legend Mario Reis when he visited Australia recently. Not only is Mario a champion competitor but an incredible coach and now head Coach of the Alliance Jiu-jitsu competition team. Instead of the usual 2 hour seminar and see you later experience, Mario taught at Alliance Northern Beaches for a whole week which totally changed the dynamic and pace of how he taught.Both JT & Joey recount their first hand experiences of a master coach at work and how this helped them.

If you're starting your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey, knowing what to look for in a gym is crucial. The hosts share personal experiences highlighting the importance of a welcoming culture, especially for newcomers. Active coaching is essential, as it greatly enhances learning and student engagement. They also stress the value of a structured training approach that prioritizes safety and foundational techniques. A supportive environment, particularly in smaller settings, can make all the difference in your progress and enjoyment.

Do you like to train Hard? What is the hardest session you have ever done? JT & Joey have experienced some brutal training sessions at BJJ and in the gym. Working at 150% of your capacity does not equal 150% better results. We promote Quality over Quantity in training and are firm believers of less but better. But every now and again doing  crazy over the top sessions can push your limits, to find out what you are physically and mentally capable of. Here is an entertaining collection of training tales that have traumatised the boys and can serve as lessons in what not to do.

Do you fight to the death every roll?  Got a team mate that goes 1000% but doesn't compete? If you have been on the wrong end of a training partner going super hard, it can be a bad time. In order to deal with a mat Hero you have to do your best to protect yourself.Maybe your team mate is bigger, stronger and perhaps even a higher belt and came for war. Regardless of how you feel- tired, flat or too relaxed, you have to bring a better intention and change your expectation. JT & Joey explore this topic and give some key pointers on how to deal with and negotiate a team mate who has no chill.

Download The Bulletproof For BJJ App FREE TODAY!Android  https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bulletproofforbjjiOS  https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletproof-for-bjj/id6444311790Have you heard of Stoicism? Do have a personal philosophy to help you with life? Stoicism is an ancient Philosophy that has helped some of Histories great people deal with war, plagues, suffering and death. So much of what you experience  on  your BJJ journey is outside of your control. Understanding what you can control and what you can't is at the heart of Stoicism.JT & Joey take an in depth look at how having a Stoic mindset helps build resilience, overcome life's struggles and ultimately empowers you to get better at BJJ. 

Body aching from hard rolls? Feeling stiff from lifting? If you take a day off you gotta make the most of it so you can renew your energy and feel better to face another week of Porrada.JT & Joey talk you through the step by step of how in a short space of time you can feel so much better. There is some solid science behind why certain things are more effective than others. From how you start the day, sleeping in, the morning routine, what to eat, helpful supplements, finding enjoyment in the natural environment and some surprise answers to soothe what ails you.

Do you like to smoke weed? Have you ever rolled high? Marijuana has a mythical status in BJJ culture and there are many famous proponents of smoking weed but this has mislead many people within Jiu-Jitsu. This is another topic that has JT & Joey split- which side of the fence are you on? The boys discuss the pros, cons and the science behind what Marijuana may or may not do to help your BJJ training.

Do you play with leg locks? Down to roll with heel hooks? Even if you don't know how to do them you have probably been foot locked at some point. Leg locks have risen to prominence in the last 10 years and this has changed the way we train and compete in BJJ.JT & Joey go back through grappling history to talk through the major players that pushed the Leg Lock game into the mainstream. From Eddie Cummings to Eddie Bravo, Osvaldo Fader to the Danaher Death Squad, Dean Lister to Lachlan Giles.Whether you are new to Jiu-jitsu or love the modern No-Gi game this episode has everything you need to know about why leg locks have levelled the playing field and defined modern BJJ

Have you felt a bit down at Jiu-jitsu? Feel like you are in a slump? BJJ presents many challenges physical and mental. Life can throw a lot of challenges at you but what do you do when BJJ is getting you down. You are training hard, fighting through injuries, taking beatings and struggling to fit in with team mates. Some days you are gonna suck and it can make you feel dark. How do you handle it mentally is important.JT & Joey discuss how to deal with the mental trial and tribulations that are part of the BJJ journey. Having an approach to deal with bad days is the key to staying in the game and not over thinking, so you can get out of your head and back onto the mat.

Just started Jiu-Jitsu? Not sure how to warm up? Getting ready to roll is an important part of getting good at BJJ. Many classic Jiu-jitsu warm ups are not the best and some may even make you tighter and more prone to injury. JT & Joey layout their Top 5 warm up drills for White Belts and explain how they can help you.