Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast

Ever had someone pick on you at training? Did they go out of their way to be mean to you? Abuse and bullying are present across all parts of life but in BJJ which is so physical it can be particularly confronting!  Whether it's coming from a higher rank or even just a bigger stronger team mate it can really put you off wanting to train.
JT & Joey on in depth on their own personal experiences of Mat Bullying and it can wreck a gym's culture left unchecked. BJJ demands toughness but what is just banter and when does it start to be bullying?  What is rolling a bit too hard compared to physical abuse?

When's the last time a BJJ seminar actually helped your game? This is a controversial topic as Seminars from World Champions are such a big part of the BJJ learning model. 
JT and Joey dig into a variety of seminars they have been to and  what makes a great experience and has helped them. You can learn something from anyone on the mat but at the heart of the Art is the BJJ seminar worth the time and money? Is this just an expensive meet and greet.

Do you like leg locks? Do you like coffee? Joey gets all the inside info about what goes on behind the scenes to take a run at one of Jiu-jitsu's biggest competitions. Jeremy Paul Skinner has achieved victories over may world class grapplers and is set to showcase his leg lock game on a new level. They discuss everything:

• Coffee and why it matters
• ADCC Trials
• Generalist vs Specialist
• Diet & Cutting to 66kg
• Being a Young Veteran

Jeremy delivers excellent insights that can help anyone who aspires to perform on a higher level and cultivate a competitive grappling game. Keep an eye out for the next big name from Australia who is set to shock the grappling world. 

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What is it like to learn from the best? Joey had the unique experience of spending a couple of days with BJJ legend Mario Reis when he visited Australia recently. Not only is Mario a champion competitor but an incredible coach and now head Coach of the Alliance Jiu-jitsu competition team. Instead of the usual 2 hour seminar and see you later experience, Mario taught at Alliance Northern Beaches for a whole week which totally changed the dynamic and pace of how he taught.
Both JT & Joey recount their first hand experiences of a master coach at work and how this helped them.

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Just started training BJJ? Not sure what makes a good gym? When you are new to the game you don't necessarily know what to look for. Both JT & Joey have experienced the early stage awkwardness of entering a new gym and feeling out of place.
There are definite green lights that are good to recognise and also red flags to avoid. Understanding what makes a great gym and Jiu-jitsu culture is key to choosing the right place for you to start your BJJ journey.  

Do you like to train Hard? What is the hardest session you have ever done? JT & Joey have experienced some brutal training sessions at BJJ and in the gym. Working at 150% of your capacity does not equal 150% better results. 
We promote Quality over Quantity in training and are firm believers of less but better. But every now and again doing  crazy over the top sessions can push your limits, to find out what you are physically and mentally capable of. Here is an entertaining collection of training tales that have traumatised the boys and can serve as lessons in what not to do.

Do you fight to the death every roll?  Got a team mate that goes 1000% but doesn't compete? If you have been on the wrong end of a training partner going super hard, it can be a bad time. In order to deal with a mat Hero you have to do your best to protect yourself.
Maybe your team mate is bigger, stronger and perhaps even a higher belt and came for war. Regardless of how you feel- tired, flat or too relaxed, you have to bring a better intention and change your expectation. JT & Joey explore this topic and give some key pointers on how to deal with and negotiate a team mate who has no chill.

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Have you heard of Stoicism? Do have a personal philosophy to help you with life? Stoicism is an ancient Philosophy that has helped some of Histories great people deal with war, plagues, suffering and death. So much of what you experience  on  your BJJ journey is outside of your control. Understanding what you can control and what you can't is at the heart of Stoicism.
JT & Joey take an in depth look at how having a Stoic mindset helps build resilience, overcome life's struggles and ultimately empowers you to get better at BJJ. 

Body aching from hard rolls? Feeling stiff from lifting? If you take a day off you gotta make the most of it so you can renew your energy and feel better to face another week of Porrada.
JT & Joey talk you through the step by step of how in a short space of time you can feel so much better. 
There is some solid science behind why certain things are more effective than others. From how you start the day, sleeping in, the morning routine, what to eat, helpful supplements, finding enjoyment in the natural environment and some surprise answers to soothe what ails you.

Do you like to smoke weed? Have you ever rolled high? Marijuana has a mythical status in BJJ culture and there are many famous proponents of smoking weed but this has mislead many people within Jiu-Jitsu. This is another topic that has JT & Joey split- which side of the fence are you on? The boys discuss the pros, cons and the science behind what Marijuana may or may not do to help your BJJ training.