In this heart-on-your-sleeve episode of The GI Spot, Rachael and Kaz unpack the beautiful, complicated, and sometimes chaotic intersection of relationships and Jiu Jitsu. Whether you're dating your training partner, navigating mat time with your spouse, or trying to balance love and the grind — this episode dives into it all.

• We explore: The pros and pitfalls of training with your partner Setting boundaries when BJJ bleeds into home life

• What to do when one person is obsessed and the other... not so much

• How to communicate through competition prep, injuries, and ego Real talk about support, sacrifice, and showing up for each other on and off the mats

Expect laughs, a few raw truths, and the kind of conversations that usually happen in the gym car park long after training’s over.

💙 Because let’s face it: Jiu Jitsu doesn’t just challenge your body — it tests your heart too.