In episode 6 we heard from IBJJF No-Gi World and KASAI Pro Champion, Gianni Grippo. Gianni, who is known for having an incredible work ethic, is an elite black belt under Marcelo Garcia and has been competing at the top level for years. 

Gianni has done extensive training with sports psychologists to forge a champion's mindset, and believes the mental aspect is what gives him the edge to win. He shares the techniques, methods, and routines he uses on and off the mat to train and win at the highest level in jiu-jitsu and grappling.

In this episode we talk about:

• The one thing that has given him the edge to win.
• What Gianni does to improve mentally.
• The tools he uses to stop negative thoughts and anxiety.
• The unique way he uses visualization before competing.
• How to handle losing, bad calls, and external factors when competing.
• The exact resources and books Gianni uses for mental training. 
• Gianni’s take on Marcelo’s old school approach that “all you need is time on the mat” to be the best.
• What he does now for strength and conditioning and how he balances with BJJ.
• His preferred tool for conditioning.
• How his routine has changed as he’s gotten older to deal with burnout and recovery.
• His favorite supplements.
• The benefits of taping your fingers for BJJ.
• Gianni's final piece of advice for grapplers.

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