Jiu-Jitsu Outlet

Training in martial arts like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Judo, wrestling, & Muay Thai is my outlet for improving my mental health and becoming a better person.

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On the 80th episode of the Jiu-Jitsu Outlet show, I had the honor of hosting Dr. Rhadi Ferguson once again.

Dr. Ferguson has competed in Judo at the Olympics, at the ADCC world championships of submission grappling, at the IBJJF world championships, and also as a professional MMA fighter. Now retired, he teaches Judo and Jiu-Jitsu to students out of his academy in Florida. He currently holds the rank of 6th degree red & white belt in Judo and 4th degree black belt in Jiu-Jitsu.

You can find our first conversation here...

Part one:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4vR5Kpf9O8

Part two:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xwQ6PcyYbJA&t=2s

In this episode, Dr. Ferguson joins us to discuss the principles of the martial artists - namely Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

In this exclusive interview, Dr. Ferguson shares about why Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is actually Judo. If we want to know the principles of Jiu-Jitsu, we should look to Judo and the teachings of Sensei Jigaro Kano.

We also discuss the principles of combat and why long-passed martial artists like Jigaro Kano, Musashi, and Sun Tzu hold the answers to our questions.

Dr. Ferguson also discusses the need to focus on the martial element of the arts we practice. He also shares why it is important to always focus on getting top position instead of playing a "guard" based bottom game that has become common in modern BJJ.

Although many will not agree with his opinions about Judo and Jiu-Jitsu, they are rooted in historical evidence. Listen to this conversation with an open mind to learn more.

Here is a link to the conversation with Robert Drysdale that is mentioned in this conversation:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TmsDTgQoSsA&t=1329s

How To Connect:

Want to learn Judo from Dr. Ferguson? Click here to check out his online academy.

https://www.gripfighting.com/

Do you live in Tampa, Florida, and want to learn martial arts from Dr. Ferguson in-person? Click here.

https://tampafloridajudo.net/

Enroll in online business programs led by Dr. Ferguson through this website.

https://www.drrhadiferguson.com/

Connect with Dr. Ferguson on social media:

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/rhadiferguson/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/tampafloridajudo/

YouTube:

@judomachine

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Want to support the show and the research we are doing into the societal impacts of martial arts? Go to https://JiuJitsuOutlet.com/ to shop our exclusive line of apparel made for the Jiu-Jitsu athlete.

The information in this episode should NOT be considered medical advice but instead educational information. If you are struggling with your mental health and want to speak with a professional therapist, I recommend https://Talkspace.com/ ... This is the therapy service that worked for me when I was at my darkest moments in life and dealing with panic attacks every day.

Training in martial arts like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Judo, wrestling, & Muay Thai is my outlet for improving my mental health and becoming a better person.

Shop our apparel line made for the Jiu-Jitsu athlete at https://jiujitsuoutlet.com/

On the 79th episode of the Jiu-Jitsu Outlet show, I had the pleasure of speaking with Ty Horn - a Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and a former D1 football player.

Ty shares how training in combat sports has improved his mental health and changed his life off the mats.

We also discuss what it's like to train at New Wave - the team headed by Coach John Danaher. Ty has been getting invited to train with this elite squad of grapplers and we get to hear about what that experience has been like for him.

Ty also shares about how football and Jiu-Jitsu are similar yet different arts.

A mobility master, Ty breaks down some of the ways he stays nimble for combat sports training.

This is an episode you do not want to miss!

How To Connect:

Grab one of Ty's mobility courses:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/MobilityMonster

Follow Ty on social media...

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/mobility_monster74/

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@Mobilitymonster74

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Want to support the show and the research we are doing into the societal impacts of martial arts? Go to https://JiuJitsuOutlet.com/ to shop our exclusive line of apparel made for the Jiu-Jitsu athlete.

The information in this episode should NOT be considered medical advice but instead educational information. If you are struggling with your mental health and want to speak with a professional therapist, I recommend https://Talkspace.com/ ... This is the therapy service that worked for me when I was at my darkest moments in life and dealing with panic attacks every day.

Training in martial arts like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Judo, wrestling, & Muay Thai is my outlet for improving my mental health and becoming a better person.

Shop our apparel line made for the Jiu-Jitsu athlete at https://jiujitsuoutlet.com/

On the 78th episode of the Jiu-Jitsu Outlet show, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jake Watson - a first degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) black belt who also hosts the Open GuardCast show.

Jake is devoted to his mission of sharing his faith in Jesus Christ with the world. On this show, we discuss spirituality and why many martial artists pursue a spiritual calling in life. This is a topic we have touched on before but today we dive deep into discussing faith.

Jake shares about his own journey and how training in Jiu-Jitsu has made him a better person and given him more outlets to be a witness to his faith.

We also seek to answer an important question that does not get asked often enough - How is God using Jiu-Jitsu to help humanity?

This is an important episode you do not want to miss.

How To Connect:

Follow Jake on social media...

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/jakewatsonmedia/

Twitter:

https://twitter.com/jakewatsonmedia

TikTok:

https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/jakewatsonmedia

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@UCd339NEEDPjIPBjAJk6pMqg

Subscribe to the Open GuardCast on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/show/03H8kOIm6Rfy6A8JsxkLF8?si=8fcb629b9f5c454a

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Want to support the show and the research we are doing into the societal impacts of martial arts? Go to https://JiuJitsuOutlet.com/ to shop our exclusive line of apparel made for the Jiu-Jitsu athlete.

The information in this episode should NOT be considered medical advice but instead educational information. If you are struggling with your mental health and want to speak with a professional therapist, I recommend https://Talkspace.com/ ... This is the therapy service that worked for me when I was at my darkest moments in life and dealing with panic attacks every day.

Training in martial arts like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Judo, wrestling, & Muay Thai is my outlet for improving my mental health and becoming a better person.

Shop our apparel line made for the Jiu-Jitsu athlete at https://jiujitsuoutlet.com/

On the 77th episode of the Jiu-Jitsu Outlet show, I had the pleasure of interviewing Victoria Brown, a Brown Belt at Parabellum Martial Arts and Strength.

Victoria shared her inspiring story of how she turned to martial arts to cope with difficult times in her life. Her daughter's cancer diagnosis and the passing of her mother were significant challenges that she faced. Victoria spoke about how jiu-jitsu helped her develop mental strength and resilience, which she believes is just as important as physical strength in combat sports.

Victoria also talked about her training at Parabellum and how combining strength training with jiu-jitsu improves overall performance. She emphasized the importance of creating a supportive community, especially for women in jiu-jitsu, and how Parabellum is striving to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone.

Victoria's love of martial arts and commitment to her training were clear throughout the show. Her story is a testament to the power of sports in helping people overcome challenges and build a strong sense of community. Don't miss out on hearing her inspiring journey!

How To Connect:

To find Victoria Brown at Parabellum Martial Arts, you can visit the "Instructors" page on the website, check out the class schedule, or follow the gym on Facebook and Instagram. You may also attend one of their events.

Links:

Website: https://www.parabellummas.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/parabellummas

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parabellummas/?hl=en

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Want to support the show and the research we are doing into the societal impacts of martial arts? Go to https://JiuJitsuOutlet.com/ to shop our exclusive line of apparel made for the Jiu-Jitsu athlete.

The information in this episode should NOT be considered medical advice but instead educational information. If you are struggling with your mental health and want to speak with a professional therapist, I recommend https://Talkspace.com/ ... This is the therapy service that worked for me when I was at my darkest moments in life and dealing with panic attacks every day.

Training in martial arts like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Judo, wrestling, & Muay Thai is my outlet for improving my mental health and becoming a better person. Shop our apparel line made for the Jiu-Jitsu athlete at https://jiujitsuoutlet.com/

On the 76th episode of the Jiu-Jitsu Outlet show, I talk to 3x US Open Champ Reece Humphrey - known as "Highlight Humphrey" on Instagram and Spotify.

In this episode, we talk about Reece's experience with wrestling and how competing at the highest levels - like the US Open - impacted his mental health.

Now, Reece is dedicating himself to helping adults and kids integrate wrestling into their lives.

With his new club, OG Wrestling club, Reece is making it easier for adults to practice wrestling and use it as an outlet for changing their lives and improving their mental health.

We also discuss how Reece's music career has impacted his life and how he views music and the martial arts as similar disciplines.

This is an episode you do not want to miss!

How to Connect: Follow Reece on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/highlighthumphrey/

Follow the OG (old guy/gal) wrestling club on IG:

https://www.instagram.com/ogwrestlingclub/

Check out Reece's latest video instructional:

https://app.athletesocean.com/members/highlight-humphrey/

And check out his courses:

https://fanaticwrestling.com/products/highlight-reel-upper-body-takedowns-and-throws-by-reece-humphrey

https://fanaticwrestling.com/products/highlight-reel-takedowns-by-reece-humphrey?_pos=1&_sid=95960adc6&_ss=r

Also, you gotta check out Reece's music:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/214ZZsFM8D4HeCK8z3oJuq?si=A_oCm-tLQiGzyqkEtJY2Jg

Especially his song "Let me teach you how to wrestle"

https://open.spotify.com/track/76SfGdN39VPZvsBlXqyPNb?si=95b637dd7e2c46d1----------------------------------

Want to support the show and the research we are doing into the societal impacts of martial arts? Go to https://JiuJitsuOutlet.com/ to shop our exclusive line of apparel made for the Jiu-Jitsu athlete.

The information in this episode should NOT be considered medical advice but instead educational information. If you are struggling with your mental health and want to speak with a professional therapist, I recommend https://Talkspace.com/ ... This is the therapy service that worked for me when I was at my darkest moments in life and dealing with panic attacks every day.

Go to https://jiujitsuoutlet.com/ to check out our apparel and everything else we have to offer to make martial arts more accessible to the world.

In this video, I talk about training with Judo masters like John Anderson and Edwin Takemori and the lessons I learned from studying under them when I was a kid. This is the first video in a new series where I share the takeaways I've had from training in the martial arts for the last thirteen years. In this first video, I talk about how I started training Judo as a kid and what I learned from studying under some of the best Judoka on the east coast.

Training in martial arts like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Judo, wrestling, & Muay Thai is my outlet for improving my mental health and becoming a better person.

Shop our apparel line made for the Jiu-Jitsu athlete at https://jiujitsuoutlet.com/

On the 75th episode of this podcast, I had a chat with Scotty P., a brown belt who trains at The Darkside in Houston, TX. Scotty is also the mastermind behind the Scotty P. Breakdowns YouTube channel. In this episode, we talk about how to get better at Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. We dive into discussing why it's important to watch film and how technology can help out. We also chat about Scotty's new app and why he believes that artificial intelligence (A.I.) can help us become better at martial arts.

Listen to this episode to learn more about how technology can enhance your Jiu-Jitsu training and how to cultivate the right mindset for success.

Favorite Quote:

"The main reason I'm giving this app away for free, despite everyone telling me that's a dumb idea, is because I want people to have the information."

-Scotty P.

How to Connect:

To download the Jiu Jitsu Breakdowns app, you can visit the Google Play Store or Apple Store.

If you want to connect with Scotty P. and learn more about him, you can find him on YouTube and Instagram.

Links:

https://www.youtube.com/@scottypbreakdown/featured

https://www.instagram.com/scottyp.breakdown/?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/jiu-jitsu-breakdowns/id6449729566

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ps7bvs9tghp.psgy33k68app

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Want to support the show and the research we are doing into the societal impacts of martial arts? Go to https://JiuJitsuOutlet.com/ to shop our exclusive line of apparel made for the Jiu-Jitsu athlete.

The information in this episode should NOT be considered medical advice but instead educational information. If you are struggling with your mental health and want to speak with a professional therapist, I recommend https://Talkspace.com/ ... This is the therapy service that worked for me when I was at my darkest moments in life and dealing with panic attacks every day.

Training in martial arts like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Judo, wrestling, & Muay Thai is my outlet for improving my mental health and becoming a better person.

Shop our apparel line made for the Jiu-Jitsu athlete at https://jiujitsuoutlet.com/

On the 74th episode of this podcast, I had the pleasure of talking to Jordan Preisinger, a BJJ coach and academy owner who created the popular Jordan Teaches Jiu-jitsu YouTube channel. Jordan shared some incredible insights on how to become better at Jiu-Jitsu faster, without having to learn every single technique out there.

Jordan has ADHD which makes it difficult for him to focus on things that are boring and repetitive for too long. Despite this, he found a way to make Jiu-Jitsu fun and enjoyable for himself and his students.

Jordan revealed that the key to his success is understanding the concepts that make up everything you do in Jiu-Jitsu. These concepts are everywhere you look, in defense, offense, and everything in-between. By mastering these concepts, Jordan was able to receive his black belt in just 7 years of training.

Jordan doesn't keep these concepts to himself. He has created a Jiu-Jitsu Theory Course and a platform where he shares these concepts with the world. His students love them because they make their Jiu-Jitsu so much better and enjoyable.

If you're a Jiu-Jitsu enthusiast who wants to take your game to the next level, then you need to listen to this episode. Jordan's insights will blow your mind and revolutionize your Jiu-Jitsu. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the best in the game.

Favorite Quote:

"Don't get lost in the sea of techniques. Master the key concepts and unlock your Jiu-Jitsu potential."

- Jordan Preisinger

How to Connect:

Don't miss out on the chance to learn from one of the most innovative minds in Jiu-Jitsu.

Connect with Jordan Preisinger on his YouTube channel, Jordan Teaches Jiujitsu and his Instagram page to discover his game-changing Jiu-Jitsu concepts.

You can also tune into his podcast to hear more of his insights on Jiu-Jitsu.

And, if you're looking to take your game to the next level, don't forget to check out his

Jiu-Jitsu Theory Course. Use the discount code JJOUTLET for 10% off the course and start your journey to Jiu-Jitsu mastery today!

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Want to support the show and the research we are doing into the societal impacts of martial arts? Go to https://JiuJitsuOutlet.com/ to shop our exclusive line of apparel made for the Jiu-Jitsu athlete.

The information in this episode should NOT be considered medical advice but instead educational information. If you are struggling with your mental health and want to speak with a professional therapist, I recommend https://Talkspace.com/ ... This is the therapy service that worked for me when I was at my darkest moments in life and dealing with panic attacks every day.

Go to https://jiujitsuoutlet.com/ to support our mission of making combat martial arts like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) more accessible to all of humanity so we can heal mental health and create more peace in the world.

In this video, I share about where Jiu-Jitsu Outlet is headed after one year in operation. Our first location is open now in Houston, Missouri. You can learn more about how to come train at the new location by clicking here:

https://jiujitsuoutlet.com/houstonmo/

The vision is to have a Jiu-Jitsu Outlet in every city and make each one a place where we can train in martial arts like BJJ or Judo but also a spot to relax and recover after training. A Jiu-Jitsu Outlet will be an integrative health center that also allows guests to stay the night using Airbnb.

We have an Airbnb open at our first location. You can book a stay here and stay a night (or longer) at the academy:

https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/886105128898264909?check_in=2023-08-15&check_out=2023-08-18&guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=30e16108-72c0-466a-adc2-30b8c6eab78c

The purpose of a Jiu-Jitsu Outlet is to make the martial arts more accessible and easier for people to begin training.

Eventually we want to have an entire mall that is dedicated to this purpose.

Want to help support our mission? Keep following the channel and get in touch if you know of a way to help out :)

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Training in martial arts like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Judo, wrestling, & Muay Thai is my outlet for improving my mental health and becoming a better person. Shop our apparel line made for the Jiu-Jitsu athlete at https://jiujitsuoutlet.com/

On this 73rd episode of the podcast, I chat with "The Silver Fox" Karel Pravec. Karel is a 4th degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under the legendary Renzo Gracie. He now teaches BJJ out of his academy in New Jersey - Silver Fox Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy.

On this episode, Karel and I chat about how training in the martial arts helped his mental health and how he has seen it affect his students. We dive in by discussing about why doing difficult things helps turn the volume down on other aspects of your life.

Karel shares the lessons he learned from training with legends like Renzo Gracie and John Danaher and what he learned from them that he applied to his own teaching.

Throughout the episode, Karel mentions the importance of having fun with your Jiu-Jitsu training. Although we must take our training seriously (especially if training for a big tournament), we should always maintain a joyful attitude and not take ourselves too seriously.

On this episode, Karel shares some real wisdom learned from a lifetime in the martial arts. I think you'll really enjoy this episode.

Learn more about Karel Pravec:

Train with Karel at his Academy in New Jersey:

Follow Karel on social media and learn more about what he's doing to teach Jiu-Jitsu:

Instagram

Facebook

Want to support the show and the research we are doing into the societal impacts of martial arts? Go to https://JiuJitsuOutlet.com/ to shop our exclusive line of apparel made for the Jiu-Jitsu athlete.

The information in this episode should NOT be considered medical advice but instead educational information. If you are struggling with your mental health and want to speak with a professional therapist, I recommend https://Talkspace.com/ ... This is the therapy service that worked for me when I was at my darkest moments in life and dealing with panic attacks every day.