The Order & Progress Podcast

You don’t need to spend a ton of time getting all of your physical preparation needs for jiu-jitsu.

In fact, if you spent time segmenting each aspect of your BJJ needs like strength, mobility, corrective exercise, power, prehab, etc, you would have no time or energy left for training.

The problem is that you need to develop qualities off the mat that you can’t get while training BJJ.

So, how do you get everything you need without losing mat time and motivation?

After training for 13 years, countless hours of research, dozens of certifications, and enduring a lot of pain, I have found the best tools and methods that deliver exactly what you need for BJJ without demanding a bunch of your time.

Listen here for the best methods for BJJ training.

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I used to believe that the foundational human movements were squat, push, pull, hinge, and carry.

Much of my training over the last 10 years was built around these movement patterns.  Maybe yours are too.

And if you study most “functional” programs today, they are all still built on these movements.

The problem for me was, after 10 years of training this way, I was riddled with pain and feeling much older than a “healthy” 30-something should.

My body ached constantly, I was throwing out my back every few weeks, and I was tricking myself into believing “this is just what happens when you get older.”

The truth is, I was misinformed.

Learn how to unleash your athletic power and build durability in this episode.

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David Weck is a fitness innovator, biomechanist, BJJ blue belt, and a world-class performance coach to professional athletes worldwide. 

His methods of the coiling core, rotational movement training, and bilateral torsion training are based on the understanding of the Spinal Engine Theory.

This theory poses that movement originates in the core. The core is what powers humans forward through space. The standing belief amongst the greater fitness industry is that the core mainly transfers force, and it’s primary function is to resist rotation.

David believes this “braced core” model is the cause of increases in non-contact sports injuries, and robs athletes of power, strength, and durability. His methods, in contrast, develop pure athletic ability, including strength, power, and longevity.

Learn about David Weck and his innovative training methods here, in the latest episode of the Order & Progress Podcast.

In this episode you will learn:

• What is the Spinal Engine Theory
• Why the standing “braced core” model is wrong, and may be causing the rise of non-contact injuries
• Why it’s still important to do bilateral training like deadlifts
• What is the coiling core, rotational movement training, and bilateral torsion training
• How these methods will help your BJJ performance
• How his methods reduce injuries and improves longevity
• How to get started with the Weck Method

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We all know that when you step on the mat you’re accepting the risk that comes with live combat. 

We all signed the waiver.

But Im not talking about the random twists and freak accidents that happen. Although painful, and sometimes life changing, those aren’t the things that ruin your body.

Im talking about negative effects that the innate positions of jiu-jitsu have on your body over months and years.

I agree that the responsibility is on you, the grappler, to take your health into your own hands, however, I do believe there are many factors that make regular jiu-jitsu practice bad for your body.

Ultimately, I believe jiu-jitsu is destroying your body.

Listen why, or read this article here.

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 World-class health coach Rodrigo Perez uses a holistic health approach with pro athletes to everyday people to ensure prolonged performance and longevity.

If you want to have a lifetime of optimal health and performance you need to take a holistic approach, which includes training, mobility, nutrition, hydration, and recovery.

Most people have a few of these areas covered, and you can get away with neglecting some of the others when you’re young. But, if you want to stay on the mats for a lifetime, you need to give attention to all aspects of your health and wellness.

Coach Rod is a black belt who has been on the mats since the 90s in Brazil. He is now coach to professional surfers, skaters, motocross, and fighters. But he’s focused on prolonged performance well beyond an athlete’s prime.

Learn from him here in the latest episode of the Order & Progress Podcast.

In this episode you will learn:

• What makes up a holistic training approach for optimal health and longevity
• The two most important aspects that are often neglected
• When to use mobility drills or foam rolling to achieve better outcomes
• How to hydrate properly for your life’s demands
• The crucial importance of hip internal/external rotation for everyone
• Clearing up mobility restrictions to prevent injuries
• Why to spend more time on single-leg exercises
• How to design a time-efficient holistic program

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At 53 years old, kettlebell expert and BJJ brown belt, Steve Cotter, has developed a holistic training method that allows him to train 6 days a week! 

Most of us would be lucky to get even 3 days after we pass the half-century mark. 

The years of wear and tear from the aggressive nature of combat sports takes its toll on the body. 

But as Steve shares, it doesn’t have to.

Most people neglect a holistic approach to their BJJ cross-training. 

As you age you cant afford to neglect any aspects of a complete program. 

Strength, mobility, flexibility, recovery and nutrition are all required to stay on the mats.

As the world’s most experience kettlebell expert, Coach Steve shares exactly how to extend your BJJ longevity in a time-efficient way in the latest episode of the Order & Progress Podcast.

In this episode you will learn:

• Why he focuses on breathing and posture as the foundation of health
• The 3 vital and often neglected components of a complete workout 
• The importance of decompression after jiu jitsu training 
• How he’s able to train BJJ 6x / week at age 53
• Programming effective cross-training to stay injury free 
• Why kettlebells are your best option for BJJ cross-training 
• The amazing benefits of “loaded mobility” for BJJ resilience 
• How to undo the negative effects of jiu-jitsu 

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You’re going to get hurt.

It’s not a matter of if, but when. When you do jiu-jitsu long enough, the odds are that you will sustain an injury, either acute or chronic.

So the issue becomes how can you reduce your chance of injury without sacrificing time on the mat? We know that strength training and mobility work can help reduce injuries, but where do you begin?

There seems to be countless options and opinions on the best methods. If you invested time into every method or modality that could be good for you, you’d have no time or energy left to train.

And how do you balance that all with your mat time and daily life?

What if there were one move that could give you strength, mobility, injury prevention, and movement improvements all in one?

And all you had to do was a few reps every day.

And you could use it as a warm up, an assessment, or even a strength move.

Enter the Turkish Get Up.

Learn about all of its powerful benefits in this episode or read about it here.

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Elite combat fitness coach, Alberto Gallazzi, teaches a method for maintaining and optimizing combat performance well into your 40s and beyond.

Combat sports demand a lot from the body and mind. The stresses and unpredictable nature of grappling and fighting require an organized and intelligent approach toward programming, training, and recovery.

If you’re neglecting any aspect of a complete training program, you could end up overtrained, injured, or unable to perform when it matters most. Most people neglect the importance of training their brain and central nervous system, which is the most important aspect when it comes to optimal performance.

Alberto Gallazzi is an elite combat performance coach and provides private security for some of the most high-profile celebrities in the world. His unique method, which has been used by the world’s elite forces and fighters, focuses on training the entire body for the uncertainties of combat, but most importantly, the brain.

Learn about Alberto Gallazzi and his tactical training method here, in the latest episode of the Order & Progress Podcast.

In this episode you will learn:

• What the Dev Ops and TAD systems are and their benefits to operators and fighters.
• The importance of training the brain and CNS for combat performance.
• How to achieve states of flow through movement.
• Why you need to focus on recovery for optimal performance.
• Why clubbells are such an important tool for fighters.
• How breathing influences performance and why to train it properly.
• The importance of mobility training and how he does it.
• How his methods reduce injuries and improves longevity.
• Why foot health is important for optimal performance.
• How to get started with Dev Ops and TAD tactical training.

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Calisthenics training is a method for building insane functional strength without the use of heavy weights or machines.

Strength is vital for optimal health, and certainly for elite sports performance, however, it's also crucial for longevity and healthy aging.

But many people don’t tolerate the stress heavy weightlifting can have on joints, or the recovery time needed between heavy workouts…especially as they age.

Calisthenics training is a form of strength training that uses the resistance of your body and gravity to build strength and improve coordination, endurance and mobility, without the demands of heavy resistance training.

Al Kavadlo is a calisthenics expert who has been training and teaching since 2005, and joins us for this episode of the Order & Progress Podcast!

In this episode you will learn:

• The benefits of calisthenics training.
• Why anyone should invest in calisthenics, including fighters and grapplers.
• How to add calisthenics to your routine.
• Why calisthenics training is a smart choice for longevity.
• The importance of mobility training for healthy aging.
• The importance of keeping a beginner’s mindset.
• How to get started with calisthenics training.

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GOATA is a method for recoding your body to move like the greatest athletes of all-time.

The GOATs have optimal, efficient movement that allows for peak performance, reduced pain, and sustainable durability.

Most people don’t even realize they are moving inefficiently and wonder why their performance suffers and they’re in chronic pain.

GOATA is a comprehensive training, rehabilitation, and sports performance system based on the analysis of human movement that recodes the body for peak performance.

You can learn about all of the benefits of GOATA in this episode of the Order & Progress Podcast with head of education Ricky Stanzi!

In this episode you will learn:

• What GOATA movement is exactly.
• The benefits of GOATA for anyone, but especially athletes and grapplers.
• How the body is supposed to efficiently produce and transfer force.
• How GOATA improves performance.
• How it improves injury prevention and longevity.
• How GOATA benefits grapplers specifically.
• How long it takes to see results.
• How to get started with GOATA.

For the full show notes and to get started with GOATA, click here.

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