Our latest episode features Chad Kuhn, a first-degree black belt under James Klingerman from Indiana. With almost two decades of experience, Chad shares his passion for Jiu-Jitsu and how he discovered it after starting karate in the 80s.

Chad also reflects on the challenges of finding Jiu-Jitsu in Ohio in the early 2000s when options were limited and how he has continued to practice and grow in the sport.

He will share his experience of starting Jiu Jitsu at 29, weighing only 130 pounds, and how he found his length and technique in the sport. Chad will also discuss the importance of loyalty and lineage in Jiu-Jitsu, how instructors can keep their students safe during training, and much more!

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The guys discuss Jon's extra strength ringworm, overcoming being the nail in training, how life changes each decade of your life, our point of view on the Rener Gracie situation, and more.

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Finding the right Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) instructor is crucial for a positive and practical learning experience, but evaluating an instructor with limited martial art knowledge can be challenging.

Join us for this informative and engaging discussion on assessing a BJJ instructor when you know little to nothing about the martial art. In this episode, we provide tips and strategies for determining a BJJ instructor, even if you know little to nothing about the sport.

We cover the importance of researching an instructor online, observing a BJJ class in person, asking questions, looking for certifications, and trusting your instincts.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced martial artist, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice for finding the right BJJ instructor to help you reach your goals.

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Today we have the pleasure of speaking with Josh Wyland, a Brazilian jiu-jitsu purple belt training at B-Team in Austin, Texas, under Craig Jones.

Josh started wrestling in the 4th grade and achieved many accolades, including becoming a 4-time state champ, 3-time freestyle state champ, 6-time All-American, and wrestling collegiately.

In this episode, we discuss Josh's journey from wrestling to jiu-jitsu, his biggest hurdles when starting jiu-jitsu, meeting his girlfriend while training, why he began training in jiu-jitsu, what it is like to train with some of the best in the world, the process to be a member at B-Team and much more.

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Welcome back to the second part of our two-part series on the transformative power of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In this episode, we delve deeper into the core principles of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that can help practitioners develop essential life skills and qualities.

From striving for continuous improvement to understanding the value of collaboration, we explore how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu encourages practitioners to develop the perseverance, dedication, and teamwork necessary to achieve their goals both on and off the mat.

We also discuss how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teaches practitioners to find strength in vulnerability, assess risks, and act with caution and courage in the face of danger. By practicing humility and self-awareness, practitioners can cultivate self-confidence and respect for others, which can have a positive impact on all aspects of their lives.

Join us as we explore the transformative power of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and learn how these core principles can help us become better versions of ourselves. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting out, there's something to gain from the wisdom of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

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Josh McKinney is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt under Kyle Watson and has been training BJJ for 15 years. He started BJJ at 14 years old and even coined the term designated winner to teach Brazilian jiu-jitsu techniques in a way that used games and specific intensity levels. Josh currently has two BJJ academies under him called Headnod HQ Granite City and Jerseyville.

In this episode, Josh will be discussing his jiu-jitsu journey, starting BJJ at a young age, coaching kids during competition, his competition journey, who should and shouldn't compete, how his mindset has shifted in his years of competing, having your significant other training BJJ under you, how to use the designated winner to beginners, and more.

Tune in to gain insight into Josh's journey and hear advice on BJJ and general life lessons.

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Join Travis and Jon in this two-part series as they dive deep into the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In Part One, they discuss the principles and teachings of this martial art, from developing a non-violent approach to conflict resolution to learning to understand and accept loss.

They also explore the importance of fostering a sense of discipline and respect, appreciating the importance of physical and mental health, and achieving a sense of balance between mind and body. Tune in now to gain insights into this unique martial art and how it can benefit you!

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With Jon on vacation, Travis sits down and answers your questions from Instagram and YouTube.

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Toby Larson is a Performance and Exercise Psychologist and Performance Coach. With a Doctorate in Performance and Exercise Psychology from the University of Western States, Portland, OR, and a Masters in Kinesiology from California State University East Bay, Hayward, CA, Toby works with athletes, actors, musicians, artists, executives, and others to reach their best possible performances consistently throughout a season and a career.

Toby is an expert in human motivation and uses evidence-based approaches such as mindfulness meditation, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-based mental skills, and Motivational Interviewing to help his clients. He also works as an Executive and Lifestyle Coach, helping leaders increase their personal capacity and adopt new habits with both diet and exercise. In his free time, Toby loves competing in long-distance mountain bike races, skiing, camping with his family, and traveling.

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In today's episode, Jon and Travis catch up on how their training has been, if you should train when you are sick, how they recover from BJJ, use strength when rolling, recap recent interviews, does seeing a chiropractor help, massaging and cupping for recovery, researching for learning versus revisiting techniques, and more.

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