The Chewjitsu Podcast 2025 ADCC East Coast Trials Champion Brandon Reed (Episode 391)
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Nov 24, 2025 Brandon Reed, a Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt, ADCC Veteran, and 3x NAIA Wrestling Champion, shares insights from his journey to winning the 2025 ADCC East Coast Trials. He discusses the mental game of competition, including overcoming losses and blocking out distractions. Brandon emphasizes the importance of frequent competition to stay sharp and how to effectively blend wrestling with BJJ. He also shares his training philosophy, the significance of intentional drilling, and advice on rebuilding confidence after setbacks. For downtime, he enjoys wrestling, horror shows, and gaming.
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Winning Brought Relief More Than Euphoria
- Winning the trials felt like huge relief to Brandon after three prior losses; his excitement was tempered by fatigue and respect for opponents.
- He cooled down before celebrating and used the win to refocus on ADCC Worlds.
Felipe Peña Match Sparked A 'Say Yes' Campaign
- Facing Felipe Peña at ADCC Worlds taught Brandon he needed more hard matches and experience.
- That match pushed him to say yes to more events and build resilience through frequent competition.
Prioritize Strength And Recovery Over Being Shredded
- Stay at a weight where you feel strong and can recover; you don't need to be shredded to have elite cardio.
- Brandon found being heavier improved power, recovery, and consistency while keeping conditioning with smart meals and S&C.
