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Mar 12, 2023 • 21min

#21 How Do You Get the Most out of Sparring with Lower Belts and Newbies?

In this episode, we talk about how to get the most out of rolling with people who aren't as skilled as you. Josh recently had a surprisingly "successful" sparring session and was wondering if he should've practiced defensive skills like pin escapes from side control rather than choking out other newbies. We cover topics and the approach from top, bottom, the role that motivation and fun play into this question, and how to roll with smaller people too. Hope you enjoy!Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here. Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
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Mar 5, 2023 • 29min

#20 How Should I Think About Belt Promotions?

In this episode, we talk about the various philosophies and methods around belt promotions. From curriculums, to promotion nights, tests, randomly being promoted, the behind the scene conversations instructors may have around promotions, the gauntlet, and more. It's a fun one and we hope you enjoy! Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here. Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
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Feb 26, 2023 • 40min

#19 Check In: Josh's Jiu Jitsu Classes in Europe, Jake's Thoughts on BJJ Mental Models, His New Course, Next Steps in His Game, and More

In this check-in episode we talk about the jiu jitsu classes Josh took in Austria and Poland, Jake's thoughts on his recent appearance on the BJJ Mental Models podcast, his role as an analyst, his new course, what he's focusing on in building his personal jiu jitsu game, and more.To support the show:Checkout Athletic GreensThanks for listening! Please leave us a review if you enjoy the show. We really appreciate the support! Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here. Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
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Feb 19, 2023 • 25min

#18 How Do You Deal with Mat Burn, Cauliflower Ear, Inevitable Tweaks in Jiu Jitsu?

In this episode we talk about how to deal with mat burns, cauliflower ear, tweaks to fingers, toes, cuts, bruises, tweaks, and other annoyances that happen during the jiu jitsu journey.  Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here. Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
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Feb 12, 2023 • 20min

#17 What's the Best After Class Routine for Learning?

In this episode we talk about different routines and protocols to follow after a jiu jitsu class to retain the information and get the most out of learning. As they say, a good jiu jitsu class should make the mind more tired than the body. Hope you enjoy! Checkout Jake's Outlier Community to get feedback on rolling footage, discuss jiu jitsu, and learn from other nerds like us. Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here. Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
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Feb 5, 2023 • 17min

#16 I'm Too Nice, How Does Personality Impact Your Style?

In this episode, we talk about "being too nice" in jiu jitsu, fears around breaking mechanics, not wanting to hurt people, and how to balance aggression, being forceful, and skill development in the journey of improving at jiu jitsu. Hope you enjoy!Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here. Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
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Jan 29, 2023 • 32min

#15 What's the Best Class Structure for Beginners?

In this episode, we talk about Josh's first class at the new gym where they didn't spar at all. Instead, class time was spent only drilling and positional sparring. We talk about drilling vs sparring, defense vs resistance, and learning how to define a goal as a beginner. Hope you enjoy! Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here. Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
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Jan 22, 2023 • 33min

#14 How Do You Find Your Style?

In this episode we discuss what makes up someone's style in jiu jitsu. We explore personality, body type, attributes, personal interest, and other factors that make up the "art" in martial arts. Hope you enjoy! Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here. Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
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Jan 15, 2023 • 35min

#13 Check In: Josh's First Day Back, Guard Retention Tips, and Exciting News from Jake

In this episode, we check in and talk about Josh's progress and experience coming back to jiu jitsu after three months off while traveling. Josh talks about going to a new gym, throwing up during sparring, asks for guard retention advice, and Jake talks about exciting news for the community he's building online. Grab your free PDF on "How to Beat the Knee Shield" and checkout the Outlier Community. We'll be interacting with folks there, commenting on rolling footage, and helping each other get better at jiu jitsu. Hope you enjoy! Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here. Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!
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Jan 8, 2023 • 1h 9min

#12 Brad Bentley: Black Belt, First-Time Gym Owner, and Josh's First Coach

In this episode, we change it up and have our first guest on the show. Brad Bentley is the owner of Process Jiu Jitsu and Yoga in Boise, Idaho and was Josh's first coach during the couple months he spent training in Boise. Brad has an incredible thoughtful approach, authenticity, and wisdom to learn from. Follow Brad on InstagramFollow Process Jiu Jitsu and Yoga on InstagramTo support Brad, checkout Artibus Clothing and use code "Process10" for a discount.Hope you enjoy! Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here. Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!

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