Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast

Do you focus on mastering Techniques or understanding Concepts? A lot of early learning in BJJ is shaped and guided by the Instructor but at some point you will do your best to try to get better independently. Which is better to focus on- the technical details of a submission or the reason why it is applicable in the situation? The "How" & the 'Why" are both important components of mastering BJJ but where should you start? JT & Joey discuss how approaching the game from 2 very different angles can work, while also going deeper on the interplay between them and how this can unlock a new level of Jiu-Jitsu for you.Parry Athletic The best training gear in the game and Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals

Have you done a Crossfit Workout? Can you complete a W.O.D. and then roll in the same day? For some of you Crossfit is a way of life as much as BJJ, for others it might seem like a crazy sport for hardcore people who like to suffer.(Coincidence?) Both BJJ and Crossfit have massive dedicated communities who live and die by the Cultures credos. Though they may seem to be polar opposite the 2 cultures have more in common than you might realise.JT & Joey break down what Crossfit does well and the value that our BJJ Fam can derive from another group of hardcore, dedicated people. They also highlight where it can go wrong and how this is avoidable to get the best out of this intense sport that mirrors our own.Parry Athletic The best training gear in the game and Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals

Avoid common mistakes in BJJ to improve your skills. Learn from higher belts, break bad habits, and focus on principles. Explore experiences with techniques and evolve your approach. Be active in the guard position and practice critical thinking. Maximize your potential, fix mistakes, and seek feedback for growth.

The IBJJF World Masters is the biggest competition on the calendar with 11,000 competitors. It show cases how competitive Jiu-Jitsu can be no matter how old you are. Some great friends of the podcast were up on the podium big shout outs. Nicholas Meregali beats Victor Hugo in a great performance for Mr Handsome has got Joey loving the Gi again. Kevin Jousset makes his UFC debut bringing Judo fury back to the Big show. JT predicts there could be a massive Upset in UFC 293 which will shake up the category where the brawler beats the Technician. Parry Athletic The best training gear in the game and Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals

Have you ever done Sandbag Training? It is one of the toughest tools to help grapplers get fitter and stronger. The slippery and unpredictable nature of sandbags closely resembles squeezing and controlling another human. During Covid Lockdown in 2020 JT trained with sandbags and a couple of Kettlebells and saw his strength skyrocket. Every week he got stronger which blew him away. Both the Bulletproof boys use Sandbags in their strength training and they discuss how the raw strength and grappling specific gripping has direct cross over to rolling. This is a wide ranging discussion of how less technical lifting and greater force production results in massive strength gains for BJJ.Parry Athletic The best training gear in the game and Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals

Have your lost your motivation for BJJ? Lost the love for rolling? Battling with motivation is a part of the Jiu-Jitsu journey and may result in time off the mat and you are finding it hard to get back. You may be grinding and seeing minimal progress which is killing your enjoyment of being on the mats.Lack of motivation can be an indicator that the fun and novelty has gone out of your BJJ.No matter how far along the Jiu-Jitsu journey you are a drop in motivation can result in a negative spiral which may cause you to take time off. JT & Joey discuss how removing expectation and making your training more about fun and being playful can reignite your love of the game so you can get back into the BJJ habit get your mojo back.Parry Athletic The best training gear in the game and Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals

Do you have any BJJ related questions you would like to ask JT & Joey? You can leave them a voice mail via SpeakPipe on their website, click the link-  https://www.bulletproofforbjj.com/#/podcastOn today's episode the boys discuss the problems of gym culture clashing with religious beliefs and does this mean BJJ is not for you? How good are BJJ escape holidays and are they worth the money? Lat but not least is a question from a friend of the podcast who is recovering from surgery for a Bucket handle tear in their meniscus. How long until they can get back to training?(All advice is general in nature and should not be taken as medical advice!)Parry Athletic The best training gear in the game and Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals

In this episode, Sean O'Malley, recently defeated Aljamain Sterling via TKO, joins JT & Joey to discuss the elite grappler vs elite striker debate. They explore the challenges of stopping a grappler, the impact of striking on jiu-jitsu, and the role of referees in MMA. They also highlight an impressive heel hook submission and compare fight formats.

Do you like to get stronger all year round? Train a lot but have found your gains...Plateauing? You are stuck doing the same old workout over and over again but it has stopped getting you results. One of the biggest problems is a lack of progressive overload and structured exercise progression.A structured program is better than just doing a single workout to keep you gaining all year long. There is a lot of time and energy that has built and refined the Bulletproof For BJJ programs. Knowing how to transition between programs is another key element of continual improvement. The boys discuss how you can modify your training and not use the  "Porrada" mentality as going hard everyday won't get you stronger. Planning and staying consistent is key to get your M.E.D. -Minimum Effective Dose, so you keep getting stronger and your JIu-Jitsu gets better.Parry Athletic The best training gear in the game and Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals

Do you always feel sore after BJJ? Suffering big body aches from rolling? The Jiu-Jitsu grind on the body is real. Here in lies the physical cost of Porrada- physical pain on many levels. JT & Joey discuss their own experiences of post rolling soreness and how to properly deal with it. They clear up one of the biggest misunderstandings in BJJ- The fact that it is resistance training from all angles. This result is very intense Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) combine this with the impact trauma of submissions, getting stacked, coping a Knee Ride or a mean crossface! To deal with this accumulation of damage it's important not to ignore the causes and rely on pain killers or anti-inflammatories. It starts with a disciplined approached to not roll to the death and if the intensity of the exchange is outside of your control implement strategies to have lighter rolls to alternate your intensity on the mat.Parry Athletic The best training gear in the game and Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals