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Send us Fan Mail My friend Alan has been training consistently for about three years, just showing up and putting in the work. I’ve trained with him since he first started, and it’s been cool to see how much he’s improved. He was recently promoted to blue belt, and it feels well deserved. His movement is more controlled now, and he’s learned a lot about applying the pressure game. It’s been awesom...

Send us Fan Mail After about a year away, we’re finally back and we couldn’t think of a better guest to return with than brown belt Jon Aasted. We get into it all in this episode: Warhammer 40K, jiu-jitsu, training, and everything in between. Whether you’re into tabletop strategy or time on the mats, there’s something here for you. It feels good to be back! 

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Send us Fan Mail Whether you're a seasoned grappler or just getting started, this episode has something for you! Today we talk with Kyle Leviton, part owner of Carry Fire Jiu Jitsu. If you are in the market for a new gi or jiujitsu apparel, you might want to check them out! Link is below!  https://carryfire.com/

Send us Fan Mail 00:00 Introduction and Background 05:33 Journey into Jiu-Jitsu 14:12 Training Regimen and Recovery 24:31 Ecological Approach to Training 29:17 Transformation and Personal Growth 35:49 Dietary Adjustments  37:42 Experiences at ADCC and CJI Events 41:34 Training Evolution and Finding the Right Gym 41:46 Training Dynamics at Texas Made MMA 43:54 Competition Experiences and Overcoming...

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Send us Fan Mail We talk about the science of dietetics in our latest episode, featuring Nicole Franqui, a passionate jiu-jitsu practitioner and a dedicated registered dietitian. We also discuss the intersection of social media and nutrition, the benefits of endurance training, and the importance of consistency in fitness routines. Whether you're a jiu-jitsu enthusiast, a nutrition aficionado...

Send us Fan Mail  This episode unfolds a tapestry of tenacity and technique, from the empowering insights of Penny Thomas' women's self-defense seminar to the varying styles of coaching. We take an inspiring ride, examining the nuance of color perception among artists, the invaluable skill of verbal judo, and the friendships that underpin our decision to linger after class. Be a fly on t...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder about the intertwining paths of creative passion and martial discipline?  From the mats of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to the vulnerable showcase of a gallery wall, we traverse a diverse landscape of experiences, reflecting on the camaraderie and shared experiences that have shaped us along the way. This time around, we peel back the curtains on the struggle with self-promotio...

Send us Fan Mail Ever found yourself chuckling at the absurdities of growing older while training Jiu-Jitsu? That's where we're at, a bunch of mat-side philosophers sharing how we balance laughter, lessons, and ligaments in our latest episode.  We also delve into meatier topics of training strategies and the influence of age and injuries.  Our banter covers everything from the chess game...

Send us Fan Mail From the wrestling mats to Jiu-Jitsu, our latest guest, Michael Jackula, shares how he came to train at North Coast Jiu Jitsu. Michael's wrestling background offers a glimpse into how his wrestler background has enhanced his jiu-jitsu performance.  We also dive into the framework of the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program, Michael explains the connection between various MCMAP t...

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Send us Fan Mail Danny, Ed, and I got some great training in last weekend. We talked about how and when to use lasso guard and the benefits of using it to control the pace of a match. It was a good conversation about all things Jiu Jitsu! We hope you enjoy the episode! 

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Send us Fan Mail This week we sat down with Chris Payne. Chris is a blue belt training out of North Coast Jiu Jitsu and has been training with us for about a year and a half. Chris competed at Jiu Jitsu World League in San Diego this past weekend, and we talked about the training leading up to the comp and the action on the mats. Thanks for listening, and we hope you enjoy the episode. 

Send us Fan Mail Saturday was a special night! Chance Snyder took part in his first MMA fight and brought home the win! I am super excited we were able to get together and have this post fight conversation. We hope you enjoy it! 

Send us Fan Mail In this On the Mats talk, Chris Drozd and I have a quick talk about leg locks and leg defense! We hope you enjoy the conversation! 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of On the Mats, Jake and I discuss competition and competition training. Thanks for listening!!! 

Send us Fan Mail This week we talk with Todd Stedman. Todd is a purple belt training out of North Coast Jiu Jitsu and has been training with us since roughly 2020. We cover the benefits of flow class, the feelings around transitioning from belt to belt, and the community we train in. Thanks for listening, and we hope you enjoy the episode. We will see you on the mats!!! 

Send us Fan Mail This week we talk with Rebeka O’Keefe. Rebeka is a brown belt training out of North Coast Jiu Jitsu and has been training with us since the gym first opened! Rebeka is a teacher specializing in German language instruction and can speak several languages! Rebeka and I talk about her training over the past ten years and how she maintains focus and continues training while working fu...

Send us Fan Mail This week we talk with one of my close friends, Chris Roberts. Chris is a retired Navy Chief and retired police officer. We have been buddies for over a decade and we decided to get together and talk about his twenty years in the Navy and some of our conversations before he moves out of the Southern California area. Thanks for listening, and we hope you enjoy the show!