I Suck At Jiu Jitsu Show

This episode is a disaster—and that’s why you’ll love it. Josh answers YOUR most unfiltered, unhinged, and uncomfortable questions he’s ever gotten: Do stripes matter? Should socks be illegal on the mat? Would he rather delete every episode of the podcast or give up all his medals? From nut cups to purple belt philosophy, nothing is safe. Chaos, hot takes, and wristlocks—welcome to your new favorite episode.Master ANY Position in 6 WeeksJiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles (FREE)  BJJ Mental Models Kicksite FREE 30 Day TrialDatsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK”Join ⁠ISAJJ PRO (ALL of Josh’s Courses in One Place)Join the Gi Gazette⁠Ask Questions/Suggest Topics⁠ for the showFollow the show on⁠ Instagram⁠⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠

JOIN US....For another episode of ISAJJ where host Josh McKinney goes through YOUR Hot Takes about jiu-jitsu. In today's episode we will be talking butt-scooters, bj penn, and cult like jiu-jitsu behavior! As we dig deeper into the episode we will all come to the conclusion that Josh is probably a cult leader himself.Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles (FREE)  BJJ Mental Models Kicksite FREE 30 Day TrialDatsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK”Join ⁠ISAJJ PRO (ALL of Josh’s Courses in One Place)Join the Gi Gazette⁠Ask Questions/Suggest Topics⁠ for the showFollow the show on⁠ Instagram⁠⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠

🚨 Struggling with competition anxiety in BJJ? 🚨In this episode, I break down exactly how to overcome imposter syndrome, stay calm under pressure, and perform at your absolute best—no matter who’s standing across from you.I just competed at the IBJJF Indianapolis Open and took gold 🥇, and I’m sharing every mindset shift, warm-up trick, and pre-fight routine I used to dominate on the mats. Whether you’re a white belt entering your first tournament or a black belt chasing big wins, this is your full guide to NEVER losing to competition anxiety again.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ How to shut down imposter syndrome before it ruins your confidence✅ The pre-fight breathwork routine that keeps you focused and calm✅ Why your warm-up partner & playlist might make or break your performance✅ What to do during long waiting periods so you don’t overthink or psych yourself out✅ How to build the right competition mindset to stay present, fight smart, and winIf you’ve ever doubted yourself before stepping on the mats, this episode is for you. Hit play, take notes, and let’s make sure you never let anxiety cost you another match.

Join Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he sits down with Stephan Kesting ( @StephanKesting )—jiu-jitsu black belt, kidney transplant survivor, and wilderness adventurer—who completed a grueling 1,000-mile canoe journey across the Canadian subarctic. In this conversation, Stephan reveals how he overcame brutal storms, near hypothermia, and countless rapids, all while balancing the demands of a transplanted kidney and an aging body. Discover the mindset, strategies, and hard-earned lessons that fueled this epic trek into one of Earth’s most remote regions and how a journey like this can so closely relate to a Jiu-Jitsu Journey.Stephan's New BookJiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles (FREE)  BJJ Mental Models Kicksite FREE 30 Day TrialDatsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK”Join ⁠ISAJJ PRO (ALL of Josh’s Courses in One Place)Join the Gi Gazette⁠Ask Questions/Suggest Topics⁠ for the showFollow the show on⁠ Instagram⁠⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠

Today I am joined by OG Grappler Marc Ste-Marie. Marc has been on the mats for his whole life and has so many nuggets of wisdom to share!Marc is also father to one of the best female grapplers of today, Brianna Ste-Marie. Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles (FREE)  BJJ Mental Models  Kicksite FREE 30 Day Trial Datsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK” Join⁠ISAJJ PRO (ALL of Josh’s Courses in One Place) Join the Gi Gazette ⁠Ask Questions/Suggest Topics⁠ for the show Follow the show on⁠ Instagram⁠ ⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠

Explore the fascinating journey through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu belt progression, focusing on personal growth and common challenges. Delve into the evolving significance of belts and how they embody personal achievement while fostering community. Uncover the aggression game among white belts and the struggles blue belts face, including the notorious 'blue belt blues.' Finally, reflect on the transformative journey from white to black belt, highlighting the importance of growth and contribution to the martial arts community.

Chris Paines (@chrisvillainbjj) got tired of "how to defend everything" and recently decided to BAN Everything instead. Today I(@thejoshmckinney) get to talk to my favorite Englishman about a new training methodology that he is experimenting with that can prevent injuries, produce better grapplers, and even eliminate inner-gym conflict.Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles (FREE) BJJ Mental Models FREE Copy of ⁠The 3 Lenses⁠Join ⁠ISAJJ PRO (ALL of Josh’s Courses in One Place)Join the Gi Gazette⁠Ask Questions/Suggest Topics⁠ for the showFollow the show on⁠ Instagram⁠⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠

In todays episode I (@thejoshmckinney) present you with 3 simple methods to "Complete" your jiu jitsu game. Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles (FREE)  BJJ Mental Models  FREE Copy of ⁠The 3 Lenses⁠ Join ⁠ISAJJ PRO(“Master the Melt Pass”) Join the Gi Gazette ⁠Ask Questions/Suggest Topics⁠ for the show Follow the show on⁠ Instagram⁠ ⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠

I asked for offensive questions, then listeners decided to offend me instead. Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles (FREE)  BJJ Mental Models  FREE Copy of ⁠The 3 Lenses⁠ Join ⁠ISAJJ PRO(“Master the Melt Pass”) Join the Gi Gazette ⁠Ask Questions/Suggest Topics⁠ for the show Follow the show on⁠ Instagram⁠ ⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠

My dad Steve and I have been training jiu-jitsu together for almost 17 years. In that time we have seen a lot of people who "are in it for the long haul" quit. Whether from injury, life changes, or simply being as soft as butter we have seen so many people give up on their dream of "training jiu jitsu forever." Today we reveal every secret of Steve's longevity AND we offend everyone in the process. Sign up for 50% of BJJ Mental Models Promo code “JOSH”:  FREE Copy of ⁠The 3 Lenses⁠ Join ⁠ISAJJ PRO(“Master the Melt Pass”) Join the Gi Gazette ⁠Ask Questions/Suggest Topics⁠ for the show Follow the show on⁠ Instagram⁠ ⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠