Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast

"I can't straighten my fingers. My wrists are too sore for push ups. I have to use finger tape..."Does this sound like something you might say? At some stage in your BJJ journey you will suffer a small joint injury (finger or toe) and the terrible thing is they hurt like hell and take their sweet time to heal. Another side effect of lots of gripping  during rolling is tight wrists.In this episode JT & Joey discuss how you can go about speeding up your recovery time for an injured finger and the exact approach you can take to remedy those tight wrists.

Broke a leg? Ruptured an ACL? The Bulletproof boys have had more injuries than you have had bowls of Açai. If you have had a serious injury then you know the drama it can bring to your life but it can also leave you with a great story to tell as well as a lesson learned.Today JT & Joey speak about their worst injuries, how they happened and what it taught them. Break out the pop corn folks it's story time.

Sounds easy enough right? But can you touch your toes? There are many of our BJJ people who are attempting all types of guard positions & inversions, but cannot touch their toes! Today we unpack exactly what's holding you back and the injuries that can happen if you continue to push yourself on the mat and don't fix this problem.The Bulletproof Boys breakdown what you can do to take action to remedy this on going issue quickly and effectively, starting today!

Do you want to get stronger and fitter? Haven't got budget or room for big equipment? The Kettlebell is King for training from home! There is a degree of mystery around this strange looking tool of strength and conditioning. On this episode the boys breakdown all the elements that make the Kettlebell great, how lifting with skill makes you a better grappler and why the dynamic nature of kettlebell lifting makes you more athletic in less time.There are some hidden gems as to the origin of both JT & Joey's introductions to Kettlebells, how it made an impact on them and how it can change your BJJ life.

Do you do BJJ and like to run? Has Covid  got you running laps while you can't roll?As easy and simple as running seems there is always more to it than that. The Bulletproof boys breakdown the effectiveness of running as a gas tank builder for BJJ and the hidden cost that come with recreational running and the potential pitfalls.If you can't do Jiu-jitsu because of lock downs & restrictions and runningand starting running for fun or fitness,  give this episode a listen to save yourself time, energy and pain on your road to marathon.

Have you ever met your BJJ Hero? There is a good chance JT & Joey have and also have a ridiculous story about them. It's story time and the boys share a few of their best tales of brushes with Jiu-jitsu royalty. Chance encounters while travelling, competing and training in Brazil and America resulting never heard before stories.  They get into Seminar experiences with world champions and what really makes the greatest fighters so incredible in the gym as well as in the UFC.

These are the missing pieces of the puzzle, the small things that make a big difference to help your body heal. JT & Joey reveal and explain their own personal tips that help them get right and how this can benefit you. Some of these habits are similar while other practices are wildly different.If you are looking to leave no stone unturned to maximise getting your body and mind right for  Jiu-jitsu, then this is the place to jump in.

Sore, stiff shoulders? Sitting at your desk for hours on end? JT & Joey breakdown what is hurting your posture and how to fix it long term, so you are pain free and strong.You may not realise that your inflexibility is putting you in a permanent Kimura.The boys highlight a simple test to identify  just how restricted you are, to give you a starting point to work from. Explaining the specific muscles of the shoulder that when over developed contribute to imbalance and the smaller muscles we need strengthen to restore shoulder health. Lastly they talk through the best moves to help open your shoulders and free you from postural pain.

Want to get stronger for BJJ? Sick of not knowing what moves to do? JT & Joey give you The 5 Best Strength Moves for BJJ. In order to make such a list even great moves had to be cut! Some moves that made the list will surprise you while others may be considered controversial. The Bulletproof boys explain exactly how these 5 moves translate to BJJ and illustrate why including them in your workout will deliver more bang for your buck.Stop wasting time on moves that don't deliver, add any of these 5 super moves and get stronger, faster!

Sore lower back? Are you in pain just sitting down? Many BJJ practitioners suffer from chronic lower back pain but have no idea why. JT & Joey  unpack some of the contributing factors which cause back pain and how you can go about remedying the situation.What's giving you a sore Lower backIs your style of Jiu-jitsu contributing to a disc injuryHow tight hips are crippling you off the matThe path back to a pain free lifeSmall actionable steps  that you put into your daily routine to help reduce chronic pain and help improve your BJJ. Enjoy the banter as the boys break it down and give you the insights to feel better.