Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast

The ADCC is the Olympics of No-Gi Grappling! Australia recently had the Oceania Trials for this years upcoming Submission Grappling tournament. Possibly one of the most hotly contested selection competitions in Australian grappling history. Competitors flew in from all over the world to punch their ticket to the big show. There were some great matches, big upsets and clutch submissions. JT & Joey recap all the results and this is just the warm up for when JT reports live from the ADCC event later this year.

Got something you want to ask us? We have received some really great questions recently and thought we would dedicate an episode to them. There are some great topics covered in this show and provide insight on things which are not commonly spoken about:How do I not get down in the dumps when I'm injured?New to BJJ and got totally Ignored by the coach- is that normal?Already started lifting, can I switch to the The Standards Program ?If  you have a question that you would like us to answer please hit us up directly and leave a voicemail by clicking the link below.  https://www.bulletproofforbjj.com/bjj-podcast/We will play it as part of the show and answer you directly!

Loving the program but want to mix it up? Doing Kettlebells but want to try The Standards? Combining the Bulletproof programs is a little trickier than it first seems. JT & Joey explain exactly what goes behind the structure each program, how they can fit together and why just doing a random workout won't help you.If you want to combine the Bulletproof For BJJ programs successfully the secrets and details revealed on this episode will help.

Doesn't stretching make your muscles weaker? Isn't stretching bad for strength? The answer is the complete opposite. JT & Joey eliminate the misunderstandings about stretching and explain why spending time improving your range of motion will help your strength level up.BJJ demands that your body move into all kinds of crazy positions. In order to be stronger on the mat and in the gym you need to have full access to all your body's potential.This episode will help you to unlock your body and step up your strength gains on the mat.

Ever had your butt kicked by a light weight? Thomas Lisboa is a an Alliance Blackbelt under Fabio Gurgel, World Champion Silver medalist and one of the top competitors in the light feather weight category. JT and Thomas go deep on the following:What it takes to be the bestWhy drilling is importantTraining under Marcelo GarciaThe Importance of SnC for BJJCoaching at Alliance VancouverIf you want to know more about what is required to perform at the highest level while being one of the lightest people on the mat this episodes has plenty of gems and insights for the any BJJ player.

Have you ever hurt someone when rolling? Accidentally popped a mate's ankle? These are  some of the toughest moments to deal with on the BJJ journey. Does hurting a team mate make you a bad person? Who is responsible in the heat of the moment?Knowing how to respond straight after is an important part of playing the Jiu-Jitsu game. You are putting your body on the line and betting your ligaments with every roll of the dice. Sometimes you get injured and other times you are the Injury maker. JT & Joey discuss the responsible things to do when you hurt your mate.

What's on your BJJ playlist? Got a favourite training Tune? Music can really enhance your mood and mental state coming in to Jiu-jitsu class. Whether you are into something heavy or a more high bpm vibe the right song can change your mental state. JT & Joey discuss their own preferences for getting mentally prepared for rolling and outline a method that can help you improve how you show up on the mat.

What is your Favourite Martial Arts Movie? JT & Joey have their favourite Fight flicks but they are not all the same. The films of 80's & 90's that inspired and guided both the Bulletproof Boys into the world of Martial Arts. However you came to the world of BJJ you may have started on the Martial Arts path through other more formal fighting styles.Who was your inspiration? What montage made you want to become a martial arts?

Ever had Gi Burn on your face? Lost some skin cells from rolling? Skin care is a topic that is not really talked about in the BJJ game especially for men. Off the back of the Staph discussion the boys felt that it's worth addressing what you can do to protect your first layer of immunity against infection. JT & Joey have very different skin types and different approaches for dealing with healing wounds and preventing infection.

Do you follow our program? Are you part of the Bulletproof For BJJ community? You may have heard JT & Joey reference their online program but not actually fully explained what is in the Program and why they have chosen the exercises. We answer all the questions that have been put on the table by you the listener:Why does movement matter?Is strength better than conditioning?Where's the BJJ specific Moves? What's the secret to strength and mobility?Simple doesn't equal  EasyAt first glance the program appears to be simple but don't be fooled, the program will push you. The key to getting better for BJJ requires a good program that helps balance out the evils that rolling can do to your body.