Hywel Teague is one of jiu-jitsu’s most respected analysts, commentators, and creators in modern jiu-jitsu media, and has been a BJJ black belt since 2014.

In this episode, we dive into the evolution of modern grappling—what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what you need to thrive in today’s faster, more technical jiu-jitsu landscape.

We also cover:

• The evolution over the last 10 years and how rule sets have shaped styles
• What’s driving the no-gi explosion
• What qualities you need to keep up with the evolution
• Hywel's personal blueprint for training longevity
• His key to staying on the mat now past age 45
• The gi vs no-gi debate: which one’s better for older grapplers, and which leads to more injuries

Whether you're a newer white belt or a seasoned black belt, this episode will sharpen your perspective on how to evolve your game, train smarter, and stay in jiu-jitsu for life.

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