Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast

Tragedy strikes one the BJJ true greats. Glover Teixeira leaves the game after a bloody and brutal decision loss. Jon Jones returns at Heavy weight and JT's predictions come true as the ADCC signs a 2 year deal to broadcast all major ADCC events up to 2024. There are more bold predictions and behind the scenes info revealed in this episode!

Have you had a higher belt boss you around? Ever taken a beating at a new Gym?  There are so many different unspoken rules that exist in Jiu-Jitsu academy culture and they will vary wildly from gym to gym. If you are keen to visit a new gym you need to make sure you are up on these important things:

• The Pre-Roll Chat
• Don't try "Dick" moves
• How to respond to Rough rolls
• Taking Names or Making Friends
• Coach made match ups

There is so much to be gained in visiting a new gym and discovering new techniques, drills and approaches to practicing the art. There are many problematic scenarios which can tarnish this experience, this episode will help you avoid these and maximise your training away from home.

Do you travel and Train? Looking to roll as a visitor but not sure what to do? There are many strange and unspoken rules to new gym etiquette when travelling. JT & Joey dig into what you need to do before visiting a new gym so that you can have a much better experience.

• Call ahead to check the vibe
• Must buy our Gi to roll here?
• Social Media Rudeness!
• Don't Expect a free class
• How hard should I roll?

Visiting a new gym can be an incredible experience where you can form life long friendships but it can also be an awkward and frustrating experience. These key tips will help you navigate travelling and training.

Ever popped your knee? Have faith that God would grade you? This week lots has happened from spectacularly destroyed knees, a man graded to blackbelt under the word of God and one of the biggest names flys the UFC coop. 

Do you read much? Listen to audio books? JT & Joey like to learn new things but don't want to waste time- especially yours! This episode they review their top 3 books from 2022 which can really help you in 2023. These are not BJJ related but they can really help you change the way you look at life and how you think about your training.

1. Oxygen Advantage: Breathing Method for Mind, Body and Sport
2. Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most
3. Going Right: A Logical Justification for Pursuing Your Dreams
4. How Innovation Works
5. The Omnivore's Dilemma 
6. Atomic Habits: Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results 

Have you heard the Sonny Brown Break Down? This Champion Fighter and BJJ Black belt took his curiosity to another level by starting a podcast that has now become one of the most popular BJJ Podcasts in the world.
The tables are turned as Sonny is put in the hot seat and reveals some incredible stories that haven't be told before. He opens up about his brutal origin story, his journey to becoming an MMA Champion, beating big names and what pushed him to start his podcast and what caused it to transform into the influential show that it is today.
Sonny is also a new gym owner and he discusses what it takes to take that leap.
If you want to learn more, listen, follow and connect with this legend:
https://sonnybrownbreakdown.com/

There have been some sensational things happening- have you heard? Israel Adesanya was arrested at JFK airport under alleged weapons charges. Alex Pereira gets promoted to brown belt even though he doesn't actively train BJJ. Liver King being sued in a class action for 100 Million dollars and Jake Paul joins the PFL to turn the world of MMA on it's head!

How do you like to train? Do you have a favourite workout? JT & Joey have done countless workouts but there is always a favourite that really stands out. They breakdown the routines that had both of the boys in peak condition for Strength and Endurance. This discussion gives insight into some very different ways to get in shape for BJJ, how this help build the Bulletproof For BJJ program and how you can apply these ideas to your own training.

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What does it take to be a Black Belt? What would it mean to you? There are so many things you need to over come to make it to this Haloed rank. But there are many things that you are not told about the weight of expectations that comes with the belt.
JT & Joey discuss the unspoken secrets that hit home once you get there:

• The Crazy Anticipation
• The Hype of Achievement
• Blackbelt Imposter Syndrome
• Dealing with Uncertainty & Responsibility
• The New View from the Top

Even if a Black Belt seems far off in your future, there are some really important insights that you can take from this discussion that can help you deal with the pressure of performance and accepting responsibility in other parts of your life.

Did you take time off from BJJ over the holidays? What's the UFC prediction? Does being good looking make you a better fighter?  If you haven't rolled much over the break you can be forgiven but rushing back to an open mat to roll hard after weeks off could spell injury. JT & Joey break down how to ease back in and avoid injury in your glorious return to the mats. Who will win Volkanovski or Makhachev there are some unexpected predictions and a deep chat on what it takes fro Robert Whitaker to return as the UFC belt holder.