Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast
Discussions on improving your BJJ, navigating mat-politics and all aspects of the jiu jitsu lifestyle. Multiple weekly episodes for grapplers of any level. Hosted by JT and Joey - Australian jiu jitsu black belts, strength coaches, and creators of Bulletproof For BJJ App. Based out of Sydney, Australia
Episodes
470 episodes
Are Your Expectations Ruining Your Jiu Jitsu Journey?!
Do you go into class expecting to get crushed.. and then you get crushed? Could it be possible that you are manifesting poor performance with your own self doubt? They say the fight game is more mental than physical, learn here why your mental ...
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Season 5
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Episode 452
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27:44
The Return Of Gi: J-Rod's Unexpected Training Shift
The jiu-jitsu world is buzzing with an unexpected development: J-Rod, the ADCC silver medalist known almost exclusively for his no-gi prowess, has been spotted training in the gi with Tainan Dalpra at AOJ. This surprising shift has sparked fasc...
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Season 5
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Episode 451
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17:25
Cauliflower Ear IS A Rite Of Passage In BJJ
Why does it seem like there is a new guard in BJJ and they are avoiding cauliflower ear like the plague AND would even go so far as to call it ugly... SHAME. Cauliflower ear is a literal and figurative symbol of the lumps you have taken along t...
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17:28
There's A New World Champion And Here's Why...
Has the ecological approach changed the game? Or is Deandre Corbe just that good already? Is Greg Souders the reason for his triumph or his past and love of the BJJ game. Find everything you want to know here...Increase athleticism, redu...
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Season 5
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Episode 449
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13:14
Is Setting Goals In BJJ Actually Holding You Back?
When pursuing a black belt in jiu-jitsu becomes your north star, you might be setting yourself up for failure without even realizing it. The fixation on belt promotions and tournament victories—while natural—often becomes the very obstacle stan...
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Season 5
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Episode 448
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38:30
How BJJ Destroys Your Neck (And The Solution)
Another QNA masterpiece. We tackle three important questions about common BJJ injuries and training challenges, focusing on practical solutions for neck injuries, managing training intensity, and recovering from spinal fusion surgery.Le...
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Season 5
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Episode 447
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22:04
Unlocking Your Body's Potential: The Power Of Soft Tissue Work
Why have so many disavowed the power of massage and soft tissue work? If something is not "scientifically proven" does it deserve to be totally thrown out? We explore the underrated power of soft tissue work as one of the most effective tools f...
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Season 5
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Episode 446
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17:35
Victor Hugo Takes Nicky Rods Lunch Money
Two shocking upsets rocked the combat sports world this past weekend, revealing fascinating patterns about championship mindsets and what it truly takes to stay on top. Victor Hugo stunned the grappling community by defeating Nicky Rod, the mil...
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Season 5
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Episode 445
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15:31
Why Grittiness In BJJ Is Essential
Are you gritty, or are you... quitty? Mental toughness separates those who excel in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from those who simply participate. It often manifests in unexpected individuals– the quiet accountant, the elderly gentleman, the smaller wo...
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26:52
QNA: Talking While Rolling, When Am I Getting Promoted, New Generation Of Grapplers Making BJJ Unfair
Do you talk during rolls? Maybe it's time you stop... We also go over the rules on IBJJF belt restrictions and how it tends to not really matter anymore. Lastly, is the new generation of grapplers getting too good? Are they coming into the hobb...
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Season 5
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Episode 443
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19:33
How Jiu Jitsu Holds Up In Real Fights
Many of us daydream of getting to use our jiu jitsu in a real life scenario. But what if it does not go how you planned? You truly do not know what anyone is capable of. We challenge the romanticized notion of jiu-jitsu in self-defense by discu...
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Season 5
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Episode 442
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18:30
Wristlocks Are The Best Submission In Jiu Jitsu?!
Do you love or hate wristlocks? Why is there such a large stigma on the so called "Dark Arts" of jiu jitsu? Do you have any good wristlock stories yourself? Tune in here for JT & Joeys strong (maybe controversial) opinions on the matter...<...
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32:22
We Are Changing Our Minds About Weight Lifting
How often do you see podcasters walk back opinions they've held onto for years? Today, we admit where we may have been wrong in regard to strength training and elaborate on our newfound opinions. We give personal anecdotes on our recent changes...
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Season 5
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Episode 440
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19:28
Back Pain From Deadlifts? Try These Instead
Are deadlifts wreaking havoc on your back? In our latest episode, we address the misconceptions surrounding this staple exercise and provide tailored solutions to alleviate discomfort while maximizing your strength gains. Listen here for some i...
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30:25
QNA: How To Schedule Training, Childish Belt Behavior, & Best Strength Training For BJJ
Can the right balance of strength training and BJJ practice elevate your performance on the mats? What do you do when childish behavior seeps into the adult class? What strength training is best for BJJ and why is it Strongman??? Find it all ou...
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22:31
Dr. Andrew Lock On What Separates World Champions & How They Come Back From Injury
Dr. Andrew Lock was a legend in the world of strength, rehab, and helping others. This clip is an excerpt from the episode we had the pleasure of filming with Dr. Lock some time ago. Listen to the full podcast here:
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11:57
Play The Hits: How Much BJJ Training Is Too Much Training?
Play The Hits! This is an excerpt from one of our episodes on why do blue belts quit. Listen to the whole thing here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqgXMFgoAQcListen here as to...
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8:51
Play The Hits: Why Blue Belts Quit & How You Can Stay On Track
Play The Hits! This is an excerpt from one of our episodes on why do blue belts quit. Listen to the whole thing here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgkXHzNhYtAListen here as to why we think blue belts quit so often, and how you can ma...
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One Trick To Change Your Hip Mobility Forever
What if sitting on the couch, in chairs, and all the sorts of furniture is killing our hips and mobility all around. There is one small change you can make, if even only for a small portion of everyday, that will completely change your mobility...
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Season 5
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Episode 437
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23:06
QNA: Metrics For Coming Back From Injury, Sensitivity To Impact, & Should I Infrared Sauna
You have all the tools and are working on your comeback from injury, but how do you know when to make the leap? You love jiu jitsu but have to leave out part of the game altogether because of an ailment. And, are infrared Saunas BS, or are they...
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23:19
Stop Treating Jiu Jitsu Like Therapy
Jiu jitsu can be therapeutic- there is no doubt about that. But can that lead to you letting your guard down a little too much sometimes? Find out in this episode how jiu jitsu can lead us to oversharing, and how you can remember to find balanc...
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Season 5
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Episode 435
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33:13
Why Do People Love Jiu Jitsu So Much?
Why does joining a jiu jitsu gym so drastically change so many folks lives? What if it isn't the actual sport but the community that comes with joining a gym. Learn here why so many people get captivated by the sport of BJJ and the extra things...
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Season 5
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Episode 434
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26:46
Steroids vs Natural -- Which Will JT Choose?
Can becoming Australia's strongest man be done without performance enhancing drugs? This is the question we go over today. Will JT be hopping on steroids, or will he continue his natural journey? Find out all in this episode.Increase ath...
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Season 5
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Episode 433
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18:13
QNA: Why Do People Train Ineffective Techniques, How Long To Study Different Games, & How To Perform Standards Testing
Can so-called "ineffective" jiu-jitsu techniques hold the key to unlocking your unique fighting style? How long do you need to study a particular technique or game in order to become proficient? How do you perform strength testing or more speci...
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Season 5
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Episode 432
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23:37