This is the official podcast of the Bulletproof For BJJ movement. Hosted by JT & Joey. Each episode the founders break down problems that Jiu-jitsu people experience, giving guidance and tips to improve your training for BJJ. With the goal of helping every body on the Brazilian jiu-jitsu path reduce their chance of injury, improve their strength and mobility to become more resilient.
How Do You Handle Having a Gym Nemesis?
Have you ever walked into a gym and felt a tension in the air that could be cut with a knife? That's what happens when Dylan and Jim, our unlikely duo, clash in their sacred iron sanctuary. Despite sharing the same fitness goals, their generational gap causes a feud that seemingly will never end. Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today:iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletproof-for-bjj/id6444311790Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bulletproofforbjj&pcampaignid=web_shareFix your sore and swollen fingers today! For 20% OFF Use Discount code: BULLETPROOF20 http://thegripphysio.com/Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof
10/23/2024 • 19 minutes, 56 seconds
Surviving as a Smaller Person in the Gym & Fighting in the MMA Olympics w/ Cass Hay
We welcome on very special guest Undefeated Australian Amateur MMA fighter Cass "Pay Day" Hay who is training for the IMMAF world championships in Uzbekastan. We delve into balancing life and training, importance of strength and conditioning, and origins of loving martial arts among many other things.Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today:iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletproof-for-bjj/id6444311790Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bulletproofforbjj&pcampaignid=web_shareFix your sore and swollen fingers today! For 20% OFF Use Discount code: BULLETPROOF20 http://thegripphysio.com/Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof
10/22/2024 • 51 minutes, 8 seconds
They Lied to You About Rest Days
Do you take rest days? Forget everything you've heard about spending rest days lying on the couch; we’re here to flip that notion on its head. This episode is all about small shifts that lead to big benefits, encouraging you to rethink how you approach rest and recovery.
10/18/2024 • 24 minutes
QNA: Training With Intent, Injury Forcing You to Rethink BJJ
How should you train? How specific should you go? Is mastering every last detail the key or is it general concepts? We have a chat regarding how specific your training should be. We also cover a tale as old as time -- the Doctor told you to stop doing BJJ. What do you do in this situation?Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today:iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletproof-for-bjj/id6444311790Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bulletproofforbjj&pcampaignid=web_shareFix your sore and swollen fingers today! For 20% OFF Use Discount code: BULLETPROOF20 http://thegripphysio.com/Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof
10/14/2024 • 13 minutes, 23 seconds
Craig Jones is Mr. McMahon?!
Could Jiu-Jitsu be the next WWE-style spectacle? Join us as we explore this bold idea, revealing how Craig Jones is shaking up the sport by channeling his inner Vince McMahon.Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial: https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerFix your sore and swollen fingers today! For 20% OFF Use Discount code: BULLETPROOF20 http://thegripphysio.com/Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals
10/11/2024 • 22 minutes, 47 seconds
Politics Do NOT Belong in BJJ
Should BJJ be a platform for political discourse, or should it remain purely a sport? We get asked a couple hard hitting questions in this QNA episode in regards to politics being pushed through jiu jitsu and the struggles of being a female in this male dominated sport. Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial: https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerFix your sore and swollen fingers today! For 20% OFF Use Discount code: BULLETPROOF20 http://thegripphysio.com/Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals
10/9/2024 • 30 minutes, 23 seconds
Don't Get Knee Surgery Until You Hear This!
Have you ever wondered if you could fully recover from a meniscus tear without going under the knife? Joe tells the story of his Meniscus journey and how he has been since not partaking in surgery. Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial: https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerFix your sore and swollen fingers today! For 20% OFF Use Discount code: BULLETPROOF20 http://thegripphysio.com/Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals
10/4/2024 • 21 minutes, 57 seconds
Do you compete in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
Ever wondered how to optimally train with partners of different skill levels? Or how often you need to compete to really call yourself a BJJ competitor? Get the uncontested 100% factual never wrong answers from the bulletproof boys.Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial: https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerFix your sore and swollen fingers today! For 20% OFF Use Discount code: BULLETPROOF20 http://thegripphysio.com/Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals
9/27/2024 • 16 minutes, 57 seconds
The Best Way to Recover From Injuries in Jiu Jitsu
Ever wondered how you can keep training despite injuries? Get off your rear and get moving. Many jiu jitsu folks operate under the "I don't lift I just train" mentality and it is to their own detriment. Become the most robust you possible by complementing your jiu jitsu with lifting and movement. Learn how we ward off injuries and take preventative measures in this ep.Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial: https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerFix your sore and swollen fingers today! For 20% OFF Use Discount code: BULLETPROOF20 http://thegripphysio.com/Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals
9/25/2024 • 23 minutes, 57 seconds
Recover Faster With Bone Broth
Have you ever wondered why bone broth has been a staple in diets across various cultures for centuries? Listen to JT and Joey get into the nitty gritty on Bone Broth and the layers of benefits it carries. Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial: https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerFix your sore and swollen fingers today! For 20% OFF Use Discount code: BULLETPROOF20 http://thegripphysio.com/Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals
9/23/2024 • 32 minutes, 48 seconds
How to Build a Personalized Game in Jiu Jitsu
Ever wondered why your jiu jitsu game feels stuck? Unlock the secrets of tailored training with SWOT analysis. Build yourself a personalized game and take your jiu jitsu to new heights...Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial: https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerFix your sore and swollen fingers today! For 20% OFF Use Discount code: BULLETPROOF20 http://thegripphysio.com/Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals
9/20/2024 • 23 minutes, 56 seconds
Ultimate Guide to Fixing Your Shoulders for Jiu Jitsu
Shoulder pain plaguing your Jiu-Jitsu journey? Discover essential strategies to reclaim your shoulders and get back on the mat pain-free. This episode promises to unravel the complexities behind shoulder injuries, emphasizing the importance of consulting a physiotherapist for a proper diagnosis. Hear our personal stories about how tendinitis and rotator cuff injuries often mimic impingement symptoms, and why targeted, biomechanically-sound treatments are crucial for effective recovery and long-term prevention. Join us for injury free Jiu Jitsu heaven.PS -- Nothing to link in the show notes just yet but shoulder exercise video coming soon...Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial: https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerFix your sore and swollen fingers today! For 20% OFF Use Discount code: BULLETPROOF20 http://thegripphysio.com/Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals
9/18/2024 • 28 minutes, 23 seconds
Use These Elite Exercises to Level Up Your Jiu Jitsu
Ever wondered how toe flexibility could be the game-changer in your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu performance? Find out how to prevent toe strain and elevate your footwork as we delve into listener Roger from Rockville's questions. We'll share practical tips to 10x your toe and foot mobility, alongside some personal experiences about the consequences of inflexible calf muscles leading to severe mat burn. Plus, discover the benefits of using active toes. We also fire back at Dr. Mike for his disdain for the Turkish Get Up. Join us for the ultimate QNA for BJJ experience. Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial: https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerFix your sore and swollen fingers today! For 20% OFF Use Discount code: BULLETPROOF20 http://thegripphysio.com/Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals
9/15/2024 • 21 minutes, 42 seconds
Behind the Scenes of Jiu Jitsu Parties
Ever wondered what really goes on at jiu-jitsu parties? Picture this: cauliflower ears, stylishly rugged appearances, and an atmosphere charged with respect and camaraderie. Join us as we share our firsthand experiences from a recent CJI after party in Vegas. You’ll hear personal anecdotes involving renowned figures which reveal a world where the tough exteriors give way to genuine friendships and mutual respect. It's a surprising blend of toughness and warmth that challenges the often intimidating facade of the jiu-jitsu community.Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial: https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerFix your sore and swollen fingers today! For 20% OFF Use Discount code: BULLETPROOF20 http://thegripphysio.com/Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals
9/13/2024 • 19 minutes, 29 seconds
Breathing for Peak Athletic Performance w/ Brian Lai
Imagine transforming your athletic performance just by changing the way you breathe. Join us on the Bulletproof for BJJ podcast as we welcome breathwork expert Brian Lai, also known as Primal Breathwork. As a jiu-jitsu brown belt, Brian shares his profound insights on how dysfunctional breathing can affect every aspect of a grappler's life, from athletic performance to sleep and cognition. Discover the five-gear system for breathing and actionable drills specifically designed for grapplers, and learn how dietary and chewing habits since the Industrial Age have influenced our breathing and jaw development.Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial: https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerFix your sore and swollen fingers today! For 20% OFF Use Discount code: BULLETPROOF20 http://thegripphysio.com/Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals
9/11/2024 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 32 seconds
Do you suffer from low back pain?
Can you imagine training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu without suffering from nagging back pain afterward? In this episode, we uncover the secrets to understanding and managing back discomfort, even when there is no significant structural damage. By breaking down the physical demands of guard retention, we reveal how activities like pulling your knees to your chest and prolonged sitting can lead to tightened hip flexors and subsequent lower back pain. With this knowledge, you can better address and alleviate the discomfort that comes with your BJJ practice.JT and Joey unlock the secrets to fixing your back pain caused by the sport we care so deeply for.Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial: https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerStay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals
8/19/2024 • 33 minutes, 45 seconds
Why You Keep getting Smashed at Jiu-Jitsu
Are you always getting smashed when you roll? No matter how hard you you try you always get crushed. There are definite reasons why your training partners maybe going harder on you than others that you are simply unaware of. The social dynamics of BJJ can often lead to you experiencing rough rolls and potential injury. So what can you do to stop getting smashed? The key is identifying the root cause of the problem. Joey received a question from the audience about how to deal with this difficult situation. Are you the problem? Is your training partner the problem? Is your gym culture the problem? The boys talk through 4 likely reason as to why you are on the tough end of the rolling scale and how you can over come them to have a better JiuJitsu life.Get Stronger & More Flexible for BJJ with the Bulletproof For BJJ App- Start your 7 Day FREE Trial: https://bulletproofforbjj.com/registerStay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproofParry Athletic - Best training gear in the game... Get 20% OFF Discount Code: BULLETPROOF20 https://parryathletics.com/collections/new-arrivals
8/12/2024 • 26 minutes, 38 seconds
How JiuJitsu Addiction Takes Over!
Have you become a Jiu-Jitsu Addict? Got bitten by the BJJ Bug? You may not realize it, but you have now changed your life around your BJJ habit- gotta get that rolling fix. JT & Joey unpack what is it that makes our experience on the mats so addictive and why we will often give up dates, work and family gatherings for a cheeky open mat. When you get deep into the BJJ experience you may not realize how deep the connection to the process of squeezing and smashing into another human being can change you. The cocktail of stress hormones, dopamine, serotonin, intense intimacy and community and connection. The boys breakdown why BJJ can take over your life and why this could be the one addiction that is actually good for you- the stress that brings relief to your life.