AJ wasn’t always obsessed with BJJ. In this episode, she talks about when she lost her confidence and almost quit the BJJ industry after her father’s suicide and being bullied as an adult.

We discuss why she didn’t quit and the strength and support that got her through it.

This week's On and Off the mat tip: Get an accountability buddy.

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Jen on Instagram @brassybroadjen

AJ on Instagram    @ajclingerman

@BeautyAndTheGi on Twitter

Episode Summary

 Meal Prepping is the subject of this week's Sunday Self Care episode.

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Roll Model Camp 2019 was an action-packed weekend. We are sharing some of our highlights and takeaways from the weekend on and off the mat.

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We're sharing Sunday Self Care tips because training is hard and you need to take care of yourself.

We're sharing Sunday Self Care tips because training is hard and you need to take care of yourself.

Episode Summary

AJ and Jen share their takeaways from the Extreme Grappling Open. Jen talks about her first BJJ competition experience. AJ talks about putting on BJJ tournaments.

Links and Resources 

Extreme Grappling Open

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Episode Summary

We are talking about ways to work through The Downward Spiral in our heads with mantras, system checks, and the power of speaking in positives.

What is your mantra?

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Jen on Instagram @brassybroadjen

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Planning is the key to making sure you can train while traveling. AJ has trained in gyms across the country. She is sharing tips and best practices to help you get the most out of training while traveling.

We also talk about jiu-jitsu hair. How do YOU wear your hair when training?

Links and Resources

Women’s Grappling Network Facebook Group

Women’s Grappling Camp

Register for the EGO

The Fight Hub

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Jen on Instagram @brassybroadjen

AJ on Instagram    @ajclingerman

Episode Summary

There are differing opinions in the community on “Women’s Only” classes. AJ shares her thoughts on why offering women’s classes is important.

We also get a preview of what to expect at the upcoming women’s grappling camp.

Links and Resources

Beauty and the Gi Spotify Playlist

defensesoap.com

Women’s Grappling Camp

Register for the EGO

Jen’s Awkward Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Journal

The Fight Hub

Connect with Jen and AJ

Jen on Instagram @brassybroadjen

AJ on Instagram    @ajclingerman

Episode Summary

This episode is all about tournaments:

Why should you compete in a tournament?

What should you expect at a tournament?

How do you prepare?

What is your gameplan?

How do you handle nerves?

Did you know that the EGO tournament pays equal prize money for men and women?

Links and Resources

Women’s Grappling Camp

Register for the EGO

Jen’s Awkward Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Journal

The Fight Hub

Connect with Jen and AJ

Jen on Instagram @brassybroadjen

AJ on Instagram    @ajclingerman