Today's episode features Walker McCumber, an Army paratrooper, jiu jitsu blue belt, athlete coach, and fitness entrepreneur. During our time together we talk life as an infantryman, and how the practical nature of a combative role in the military led to the founding of a successful career in unconventional fitness. This episode is filled with nuggets not only for those looking to strengthen their jiu jitsu game, but also those interested in a more efficient and straightforward path to up their physical training game.

Today's episode features Jiu Jitsu Black Belt and Episode 10 alumni Jose Balda. Jose and I catch up on the last 2 years of our Jiu Jitsu journeys, talking about mentorship on the mats, the latest in Jose's professional competition career, and all the hilarious hijinx in-between. Jose has been a huge supporter of the Mat Mission, and is a perfect example of someone willing to simply put in the work and let it speak for itself.

Today's episode features Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, Jake Wright. Jake and I dove deep into the memory banks during nearly 5 hours of studio time that went into this recording. We covered a comprehensive list of topics from competition, fitness, nutrition and of course tips for making the most of your jiu jitsu journey. Jake has a fascinating background, and we track it from the midwest roots all the way to the great republic of Texas while picking up the jiu jitsu along the way. Enjoy the episode.

This episode features Dylan and Tanner Collins, also known as 'The Collins Brothers.' We had the opportunity to go back in time and talk through their own personal challenges, the lessons learned along the way, and also get a nice glimpse into all the good things on the horizon. Dylan and Tanner talked through their approach to training and because two minds are better than one, how they apply that unique benefit to create a better product for their students.

Westin Vance returns to the podcast and catches up on the last two years of life, and of course, Jiu Jitsu. Running a business, starting a family, and building a community. Be sure to check out Westin's full background and hear more about his fascinating journey on Episode 11.

Husband, father, former Division 1 Football Athlete, and one of the founders of the Jesus and Jiu Jitsu ministry and podcast shares his views on life, balance, and of course - jiu jitsu.

3X Ironman, 2X Masters Golden Gloves, Ultra-distance athlete and university professor Jeff Allen talks adversity in training, the art of learning, and tips for building resiliance in mind, body and spirit.

"You can't cheat the grind…It knows how hard you've worked, the effort that you've put in, and the time you've dedicated toward it…It much you have invested. It won't give you anything that you have not worked for."

Dealing with real feedback while training. Holding yourself accountable in order to affect real change. Honest assessment and tips for leveling up.

Training your mind to increase the productivity of your training. Tangible advise to avoid easy traps in the first movements of sparring rounds. Jiu Jitsu mythology and the shift why seemingly small details matter.

Never taking today for granted - how unexpected life events can be the catalyst for change. Letting consistency do the work that motivation can't do on it's own. Jiu Jitsu semantics - what's real tradition and what's simply norm adherence.