In this episode we discuss the rise of the leg lock game / submission systems as well as upcoming tournament season preparation and focus. Looking for feedback in the comments section of our Facebook page describing your current training focus and plans for the major IBJJF competition season.

In this episode I discuss where there is value in training with higher level belts and when you should focus on just choking the f*ck out of blue belts. I also discuss when and why you should seek out feedback from your instructor as well as when you should request advice from your fellow teammates.

Late welcome to 2017! In this episode I discuss the importance of setting goals and priorities for training and training with a focus. I also welcome myself to the Master III / over 40 club and discuss how this has impacted my approach to training.

Its Christmas and New Years resolution time! Give your loved ones the gift of Jiu Jitsu. In this episode I interview 12 year old Andrew Boucher and we are provided a glimpse into the mind of the everyday normal preteen. We discuss why he stopped training martial arts and more importantly what an elementary school yard fight really looks like and where the training you may be providing might not be hitting the target.

In Episode 9 we publish our first promotional giveaway! I don't want to give away the details, for that you have to listen to the podcast and follow the instructions. Make sure you get entered into the drawing as soon as possible. You don't want to miss out on this opportunity. Good Luck!

In episode 8 I discuss the winter break or for some the most wonderful time of the year. This two - three week period usually includes some type of holiday party with belt promotions and is probably the best time to train at open mats due to many academies closing shop. I also discuss / try to understand the down period or the time around Christmas when people let off the throttle and rest on their laurels some never to return to the mats with the same tenacity. Finally, I make a call to the listeners to see what you want to hear on upcoming episodes.

In episode 7 I interview Lanky Fight Gear sponsored athlete Alex Coleman. We discuss Jiu Jitsu from a woman's perspective, why Jiu Jitsu is great for women, and the reason why she began to instruct a women's only Jiu Jitsu class . We also discuss her personal approach to BJJ competition, what it took for her to become an IBJJF champion, and how important coaches are to competition success.

Guest Matt Larsen is a Black Belt Magazine Hall of Famer and creator of the Modern Army Combatives Program. Join us as we discuss his start in martial arts and Jiu Jitsu as it relates to self defense and physical protection. If you have friends or family that are military, LEO, or first repsonders this is a one podcast that they don't want to miss.

Interview with Jiu Jitsu brown belt Brian Crandell the founder of Gi's for GI's a non profit organization that donates free GIs to members of the military, law enforcement, and first responders. We discuss his Jiu Jitsu background, what drove him to start this movement , and where he intends to take it in the future. The website is Gis-4-gis.com

Recorded during a UFC 205 fight party this weeks episode is packed with discussions and interviews with active grapplers who discuss why they train, what they look for in a gym / gym culture, and what they do when they are not on the mats. Really insightful discussion on why people start training and what drives them to continue training.