Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast

On today's show JT & Joey delve into the great debate, What is better for BJJ Body Weight VS Barbell! There are particularly strong views from either side of the argument for which is better to develop strength. The boys break down the pros and cons of both approaches and discuss how you can make the most of both Body Weight & Barbell to maximise your athleticism for Jiu-jitsu.
Whether you aspire to have a phenomenal handstand/ muscle up, OR a Huge maximal deadlift this discussion will help you know where to start and how to navigate toward  getting great results faster without it detracting from your BJJ.

On today's show JT & Joey reveal how you can improve your mobility by lifting weights! That's right you can increase your flexibility by using the right moves. It is a common exercise myth that lifting weights makes you stiff and tight. The boys get into the details about how you can dramatically improve your range of motion by using specific movements under load that will have an enormous cross over to BJJ. 
Get the inside word on the best movements to enable you to be more gymnastic as well as stronger at the end of your range of motion, this will make your guard harder to pass and give you anti-sweep powers you never thought possible.

On today's episode the spotlight is shone on Joey "the Natural" Worthing and his Jiu-jitsu journey. JT interviews his partner in crime to reveal some hidden gems on how Joey discovered BJJ while traveling and how a random Beach grappling exchange planted the seed. Amazing insights into his early rag-tag days of Jiu-jitsu in Sydney and Joey's raw athleticism and willingness to strangle another human lead him to get the BJJ bug. 
Unheard stories and unbridled success, catapulted Joey forward but there were some serious hurdles along the way that almost caused him to quit! A random chance meeting and a stranger from Brazil brought him back to the path and what it takes to make him the mat savage that he is to this day.

BJJ Problems! How can I get better at learning Jiu-jitsu? On today's show JT & Joey delve into what it takes to improve the way you learn and also how achieving a better understanding of technique crosses over to improvements in the weight room. 
The Bulletproof boys breakdown movement practice, skill acquisition and how working for quality and consistency will turbo charge your strength gains and your BJJ game.

In today's episode the Bulletproof Brothers JT and Joey go deep on how you can start the recovery process as soon as you get to class. They discuss  what you do before class, during the session and the actions you can take immediately after class to get you bouncing back faster. So if you are sick of being tired and wired when you go to bed at night. You have had enough of waking up sore and stiff, the boys deliver the inside info so you can feel better and roll better every day.

(Warning! Explicit Language) On today's show JT & Joey identify and breakdown the most common mistakes BJJ people tend to make on a regular basis. Then they offer alternatives and solutions so you can choose better, have more energy and have a better Jiu-jitsu experience.

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On today's show JT and Joey look closely at the 5 major things that they wish they knew when they were white belts and share them with you to save you blood, sweat and tears. They discuss what to look out for and how to navigate these pit falls to help make your jiu-jitsu journey easier.
1) Injury.  2) Ego.  3) BJJ Jealousy.  4) Over Training.   5) Finding the right Gym.
This part of our BJJ Problems series that was requested by one of our community members. If you would like to request a topic for the Bulletproof Brothers to discuss send your suggestions to  [email protected] 

(Warning! Explicit Language.) On today's show Joey interviews JT on what it took for him to achieve his Black belt. From the early white belt froth in 2008, getting brutalised and getting the Jiu-jitsu bug. Traveling and training in Brazil, competing at the world championship, hitting hurdles, injuries and fighting ego.
A real behind the scenes look at all the coaches, BJJ superstars and MMA legends that JT trained with and helped him on the path. Lots of rare stories and insights that will help you on your BJJ journey to Black belt.  

(Warning! Explicit Language) Brazilian Jiu-jitsu is not a fitness solution! On today's show JT and Joey help dispel the myth that simply doing BJJ is a good way to get in shape. The not so gentle art will break your body down. The Bulletproof brother's outline and explain how important it is to get your Bio-mechanics right and the things you need to do to make this happen to stop BJJ Breakdown.

(Explicit Language Warning) In today's show JT and Joey go deep on flexibility and mobility like a Jean Claude Van Damme split! What is the difference between the two very different abilities to move your body? There are also deeper explanations of Static, dynamic and PNF stretching. They break down how you can apply this understanding to your training for Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and how this can keep you on the mats for the rest of your life.