I Suck At Jiu Jitsu Show

"THIS. IS. EPISODE 300!" The HIT Squad has been referenced on the podcast many times but today we are going to give you the real scoop. 16 years ago someone decided to invest a lot of money into an abandon army depot with the hopes of making the first ever "MMA Super-Gym." The gym ran for 3 years before having to sell, in that time they changed tons of lives, produced multiple TUF/UFC Fighters, and shifted the course of a small Illinois town forever. So today I'm joined by my coach, former UFC Fighter, and former Hit Squad BJJ Coach, Kyle Watson(@watson_martial_arts). Kyle and I(@thejoshmckinney) share stories, critiques, and lessons learned from the 3 years that we spent at "The Greatest Gym of ALL TIME*" 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

Have you ever tried not tapping? What's the worst that could happen? Today, Josh(@thejoshmckinney) sits down with his newest Black Belt, Richie Kelly(@richiekellybjj) aka "the Goose." In this wide ranging conversation you can't tell what's sarcasm or belief. Enjoy as the boys discuss Drinking Electrolytes, Fighting Old men, and Eating Submissions. 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

Nothing can slow down jiu-jitsu progression like a broken coccyx. Today on our thanksgiving special you can learn the super secret concept to never getting injured again! Sign up for 50% of ⁠BJJ Mental Models ⁠Promo code “JOSH”:  FREE Copy of⁠ ⁠The 3 Lenses⁠⁠ ⁠ISAJJ BUNDLE BLACK FRIDAY DEAL⁠ Join the⁠ Gi Gazette⁠ ⁠⁠Ask Questions/Suggest Topics⁠⁠ for the show Follow the show on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠⁠

In this sizzling hot takes episode, we dive into a wild mix of questions and opinions guaranteed to spark debate (and maybe a few laughs). What would you do if the guy who bullied you in high school showed up to open mat? Is No-Gi really easier—or just more practical for a street fight? Plus, we tackle the IBJJF scoring system, Masters divisions, and the ultimate mystery: Do aliens exist? Oh, and let’s not forget a quick detour into Kangaroo Jack and why that movie might’ve broken trust forever. It’s Episode #297, and nothing is off-limits! Sign up for 50% of BJJ Mental Models Promo code “JOSH”:  FREE Copy of ⁠The 3 Lenses⁠ ISAJJ BUNDLE BLACK FRIDAY DEAL Join the Gi Gazette ⁠Ask Questions/Suggest Topics⁠ for the show Follow the show on⁠ Instagram⁠ ⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠

Mike Mahaffey( @OldBastardBJJ ) has made a name for himself by helping other "old bastard" grapplers stay on the mat consistently. He recently joined the show to talk some ideas on longevity but after getting to train together I thought it would be even more fun to talk about how the right techniques and concepts make longevity possible. Rough Hands camp (feat Josh and Mike) 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

Today Wim Hof Method expert and Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, Miles Lukas, comes back to the podcast. This time he brought a special guest with him, enter STL martial arts OG Todd Murphey. Enjoy this wide-ranging conversation where you will learn: the real meaning of martial arts, proper biting technique, and why touching the gi is holding you back! MILES BREATHWORK Course Promo code MILESWOW for 20% OFF Imposed Will x ISAJJ Gear⁠ (Available Until Nov 14) Sign up for 50% of⁠ BJJ Mental Models⁠ Promo code “JOSH”:  FREE Copy of⁠ ⁠The 3 Lenses⁠⁠ Join⁠ ⁠ISAJJ PRO⁠(“Master any Position in 6 weeks”) Join the⁠ Gi Gazette⁠ ⁠⁠Ask Questions/Suggest Topics⁠⁠ for the show Follow the show on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠⁠

Keenan Cornelius, an innovative American Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and gym owner, dives deep into the evolving landscape of jiu-jitsu. He shares insights on the distinction between Brazilian and American styles, sparking debate over whether American Jiu-Jitsu is a legitimate term. Keenan discusses the challenges of gym ownership, the emotional transitions from competitor to coach, and the significance of creating a welcoming environment for students. He also touches on the evolving role of technology in jiu-jitsu academies and the importance of nurturing future leaders in the sport.

You may be surprised to find that not all black belts are great human beings. You will also find that today's guest is both a black belt and a great human being. Mike Mahaffey( @OldBastardBJJ ) has made a name for himself by helping other "old bastard" grapplers stay on the mat consistently. Enjoy this wide-ranging conversation where we talk jiu-jitsu politics, martial arts, and where we brutally insult some random blue belt named Zac. ISAJJ x Imposed Will Gear Sign up for 50% of BJJ Mental Models Promo code “JOSH”:  FREE Copy of ⁠The 3 Lenses⁠ Join ⁠ISAJJ PRO(“Master any Position in 6 weeks”) Join the Gi Gazette ⁠Ask Questions/Suggest Topics⁠ for the show Follow the show on⁠ Instagram⁠ ⁠Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel⁠

Ever wonder who Josh's most offensive friend is? Enter Justin Kichler a black belt under Josh McKinney. In this conversation Josh and Justin take a stroll down memory lane to try to figure out exactly why this generation(the tik tok generation) is soft as butter. Sign up for 50% ofhttps://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/a/2147518662/e9h9DL7v Promo code “JOSH”:  FREE Copy ofhttps://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3 Joinhttps://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/suck(“Master any Position in 6 weeks”) Join thehttps://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/GG https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/ask for the show Follow the show onhttps://www.instagram.com/isuckatjiujitsushow https://www.youtube.com/@JoshMcKinney

If your best friend quits jiu jitsu, can you still be friends? Join host Josh Mckinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he tackles some of the most controversial debates in jiu-jitsu. Enjoy as we break down thoughts like, "Is tapping to pressure only for the tik tok generation?" This episode will make you laugh, think, and hopefully suck a little less at jiu-jitsu. Sign up for 50% of BJJ Mental Models Promo code “JOSH”: https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/a/2147518662/e9h9DL7v  Join ISAJJ PRO(“Master any Position in 6 weeks”): https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/suck Ask Questions/Suggest Topics for the show: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/ask FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3 Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isuckatjiujitsushow  Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JoshMcKinney  Join the Gi Gazette: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/GG