Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast

Just been graded but didn't think you were ready? Feeling like you can't live up to your belt?Imposter syndrome affects us all in different areas of our life and self doubt is hard to shake.JT & Joey unpack why you may not be the best judge of your own Jiu-jitsu game. It's important to consider some key factors in any developmental process:Trusting your coachArrogance Vs ConfidenceWhere were you 1 year ago?Get feed back on your GameThe various levels to each beltDon't let the challenge of sucking and not succeeding make you quit. Not feeling worthy is fuel for the fire to work on parts of your game that might be lacking. Don't let the uncertainty hold you back for doing what you need to do, to grow and improve.

Got a sore neck? Guillotine got you jacked up? BJJ places extreme levels of stress on all your major joints, your neck in particular. The first step to building strength at this vulnerable point in the body is to improve your range of motion. The major problem is how to gradually build resilience. JT & Joey outline the steps to take in order to get stronger without risk of injury.

Need to cut weight for a BJJ Competition?  Dr Reid Reale is the authority on how to get it done right. He is the head of Nutrition at the UFC Performance Center Shanghai, he is a Black belt in BJJ and his PHD research forms the basis for the best way to cut weight in combat sports world wide.Weight loss VS Fat LossWater loadingLow Residue DietsUFC Fight week processThe Smarter way to cutReid and JT have some shared history in competition BJJ and go deep on what it takes to run a successful weight cut for weigh in on the day versus the day before weigh-ins. They discuss all the details you need to understand to do this right. He shares insights into how it is done at the highest level in the UFC.Reid's ebook on combat sports nutrition can be found here:http://www.combatsportsnutritionebook.com/As a listener of the podcast you get an exclusive 50% off COUPON code: bulletproofAlso be a part of this worldwide study for combat athleteshttps://combatsportsscience.com/

SEMINAR WORLD TOUR! If you would like a Bulletproof For BJJ seminar contact us. From JULY 2nd this year JT is coming to a city near you: Europe, UK, Brazil, USA & Canada. So if you would like to host a seminar let us know, contact us-jt@bulletproofforbjj.comHave you ever dislocated a finger or twisted a toe? It's a nasty injury that can hang around for ages if you don't deal with it properly. JT & Joey have had their share of small digit injuries, it's just part of the BJJ game but you don't have to be in pain forever. The boys outline the steps you need to take to make sure you restore your killer death grips and get back to choking fools ASAP.

SEMINAR WORLD TOUR! If you would like a Bulletproof For BJJ seminar contact us. JT is coming to a city near you from JULY 2nd this year. So if you would like to host a seminar let us know, contact us-jt@bulletproofforbjj.comDo you feel that your Academy's standard has fallen off?  Are you paying plenty but learning very little? JT & Joey pop the lid on this very controversial subject and speak openly about how you can recognise the Red flags and what you need to avoid:Same old warm upScattered coaching and leadershipPaying too much for everythingCookie Cutter ClassesA Closed Gym CultureNo matter where you are at in your BJJ journey you must recognise these warning signs that your gym is a Mc Dojo. Once the commercialisation of any martial art begins integrity can drop and you should consider other training options.

Always tight and Stiff? Want to know how to solve this issue? JT & Joey let you know exactly how you can remedy your predicament. If you are living the BJJ life and the professional life: tight leather shoes, restrictive long sleeve shirts, glued to computers and living in meetings - your troubles with flexibility and moving well are deeply rooted. The boys don't hold back when they let you know exactly what you need to do.

Bulletproof For BJJ Seminar WORLD TOUR!! JT is coming to a city near you from July this year, if you would like to host a Seminar for the best Strength & Mobility for BJJ contact us jt@bulletproofforbjj.comHave you Popped or Cracked a rib? Torn a sternal cartilage ? All of these are highly painful injuries and take forever to heal. They take even longer to heal if you come back to training too soon. JT & Joey tell their own stories of torso trauma and give the best approach to recovering from this terrible scourge of the grappling game.Initial TreatmentStabilise; Can you cough without pain?Build back Range Of MotionNo sit up = No BJJIt can be frustrating as this injury will require patience as it takes months to fully settle down but your management and care using these tips will reduce the time off the mat.

Need a pre-BJJ pick me up? C4, Jacked 3D, Total War?! If you know these brands and consume these powders we're going to recommend you Stop! These various super supplements  designed to give you an intense energy boost, muscle pump and extra strength are actually hurting your performance on the mat. In this episode JT & Joey highlight the ingredients that aren't helpful. They explain why, discuss the pitfalls of taking a product designed for bodybuilding  and what you should do instead.

Do you have kids and you want them to do BJJ? This episode is for you! Not only is DC an incredible Blackbelt and coach he is an amazing father and leader. He talks candidly about his origins in BJJ and Strength & Conditioning and having the courage to take the jump to start his own Gym. There are so many real gems of wisdom and insight on what it takes to make it in the business of BJJ and raise kids at the same time. He explains how being a dad has made him a better coach and helped him to know how to balance discipline and fun.

On-line Instructional videos? Drill more? Keep a BJJ Journal? What do you do to improve your ability to absorb BJJ information. This is such huge topic to tackle but JT & Joey share with you exactly what has worked for them and a couple of things that you should avoid.The sooner you can develop a good learning cycle of practice and reflection will make a huge leap in your Jiu-jitsu development.