Bulletproof For BJJ Podcast

Ever had Gi Burn on your face? Lost some skin cells from rolling? Skin care is a topic that is not really talked about in the BJJ game especially for men. Off the back of the Staph discussion the boys felt that it's worth addressing what you can do to protect your first layer of immunity against infection. JT & Joey have very different skin types and different approaches for dealing with...

Do you follow our program? Are you part of the Bulletproof For BJJ community? You may have heard JT & Joey reference their online program but not actually fully explained what is in the Program and why they have chosen the exercises. We answer all the questions that have been put on the table by you the listener: Why does movement matter? Is strength better than conditioning? Where's the...

Got a rash on your skin? A painful pimple on your knee? BJJ is an intimate activity and the ocean of bacteria you are exposed to when you roll is next level.  "Staph" aka Staphylococcus aureus is a skin infection that can kill you if left untreated.  Truths revealed and the stigma removed as the boys break down everything you need to know, best practices, training hygiene and how best to...

Do belts still matter? Is the martial arts Hierarchy outdated? Which ever side of the fence you are on seniority and authority provides structure and gives direction. If you love the modern movement in BJJ toward No-Gi submission grappling, you may not respect the old ways and don't see the need for belts as long as you are skilful grappler.  There are many world class athletes who have only...

How many Gi's do you own? Which brand is the best? Both JT & Joey have their all time favourite Gi for very different reasons. Do you go for the look, the feel or the function? When you train a lot you will need at least 2-3. Here are some recommendations and cautionary tales a like for you to draw from to make an informed decision when you next purchase the BJJ pyjamas.

It takes Champions to make champions. But is that actually true? What it takes to win is not what it takes to teach. Being a BJJ Champion requires incredible levels of focus, discipline and self determination. Being a great coach requires great communication skills, setting a good example and empathy to relate to someone else's struggles.  JT & Joey examine examples of great coaches who w...

Is it possible to improve at Jiu-jitsu without the risk of injury that rolling can bring? If you are older and not interested in going to war with young, MMA hungry savages you can definitely develop BJJ skills but will they work?  Finding people who have a similar interest in training is key to your improvement whether they are pushing for championship glory or just want to enjoy learning cool sk...

Are you struggling with what life is throwing at you right now? JT & Joey speak candidly about everything that has been going on in Australia earlier in 2022 and other things that are going on in the world and what this can do to your confidence. When big things in life are going wrong it puts things in perspectives and BJJ problems can feel small. Injuries, health problems, trying to overcome...

What do you Bench? This question is not helpful for BJJ athletes and may even be harmful. Even though Barbell Bench Press is a very popular movement in modern day lifting, spending time lying on your back and pushing heavy weight off your chest isn't the best way to strengthen your upper body. If you really want a stronger upper body JT & Joey explore the alternatives to get you there and...

Do you have a Physiotherapist? Do they train BJJ? Siobhan Mooren came to Jiu-jitsu with martial arts experience from Karate and also playing AFL football. She has suffered a torn Labrum  in her hip from wake boarding and had to eventually have surgery. For 6 months she trained and battled through the injury until she couldn't walk. Needless to say she is one tough human. Originally she wanted...

Do you train Judo? How's your Double leg take down? Which ever style of stand up grappling you prefer, one of these has more carry over than the other. If you are looking to become a really well rounded grappler and want to do some extra training where should you spend your time? Judo is great for making some of the hardest and strongest grapplers around and wrestlers are some of the most ath...

Skipping warm ups? Got some skills and causing some trouble? Being the middle child of the BJJ family you are taking shots from above and below. JT & Joey both recognise the risk and potential of a good purple belt and if you don't pay attention they can catch you slipping. Your experience at purple belt is good enough to threaten the higher belts but the lower belts have a target on your...

Do you take a rest round? Do you sit to the side when others are rolling? There is actually a disagreement between the Bulletproof Boys. JT is pushing you to not take a rest round to improve your standard. Joey believes it's better for you to take a rest round if you feel like it.  Which choice do you make?

Have you ever been in a fight? Had to defend yourself? Both JT & Joey have had their run ins with real life violence and have survived to tell the tale. These are those tales. The boys don't condone street fighting but when you are attacked or thrust into the middle of a scrap you need to save yourself and maybe your friends too. It all happens so quickly and it doesn't always end we...

Do you want a Bulletproof For BJJ Seminar? JT will be in Poland & Germany in July, The UK in August and USA & Canada in September. Email us and let's help your whole gym become better prepared for BJJ:        jt@bulletproofforbjj.com Have you ever had a Cauliflower ear? Ear puffed up and super sore? This injury is a part of BJJ culture but very few people understand how to deal with t...

Do you want a Bulletproof For BJJ Seminar? JT will be in Poland & Germany in July, The UK in August and USA & Canada in September. Email us and let's help your whole gym become better prepared for BJJ:        jt@bulletproofforbjj.com Have you competed before? Feeling nervous because you are not sure what to expect? JT & Joey take you through all the steps you will need to take in...

Do you want a Bulletproof For BJJ Seminar? JT will be in Poland & Germany in July, The UK in August and USA & Canada in September. Email us and let's help your whole gym become better prepared for BJJ:        jt@bulletproofforbjj.com Do you get tired and wired after rolling? You want to go to sleep but the adrenaline has you awake when you need to chill. The only real way to regulate...

Just been graded but didn't think you were ready? Feeling like you can't live up to your belt? Imposter syndrome affects us all in different areas of our life and self doubt is hard to shake. JT & Joey unpack why you may not be the best judge of your own Jiu-jitsu game. It's important to consider some key factors in any developmental process: Trusting your coach Arrogance Vs Con...

Got a sore neck? Guillotine got you jacked up? BJJ places extreme levels of stress on all your major joints, your neck in particular. The first step to building strength at this vulnerable point in the body is to improve your range of motion. The major problem is how to gradually build resilience. JT & Joey outline the steps to take in order to get stronger without risk of injury.

Need to cut weight for a BJJ Competition?  Dr Reid Reale is the authority on how to get it done right. He is the head of Nutrition at the UFC Performance Center Shanghai, he is a Black belt in BJJ and his PHD research forms the basis for the best way to cut weight in combat sports world wide. Weight loss VS Fat Loss Water loading Low Residue Diets UFC Fight week process The Smarter way to cut Reid...

SEMINAR WORLD TOUR! If you would like a Bulletproof For BJJ seminar contact us. From JULY 2nd this year JT is coming to a city near you: Europe, UK, Brazil, USA & Canada.  So if you would like to host a seminar let us know, contact us- jt@bulletproofforbjj.com Have you ever dislocated a finger or twisted a toe? It's a nasty injury that can hang around for ages if you don't deal with...

SEMINAR WORLD TOUR! If you would like a Bulletproof For BJJ seminar contact us. JT is coming to a city near you from JULY 2nd this year. So if you would like to host a seminar let us know, contact us- jt@bulletproofforbjj.com Do you feel that your Academy's standard has fallen off?  Are you paying plenty but learning very little? JT & Joey pop the lid on this very controversial subject an...

Always tight and Stiff? Want to know how to solve this issue? JT & Joey let you know exactly how you can remedy your predicament. If you are living the BJJ life and the professional life: tight leather shoes, restrictive long sleeve shirts, glued to computers and living in meetings - your troubles with flexibility and moving well are deeply rooted. The boys don't hold back when they let y...

Bulletproof For BJJ Seminar WORLD TOUR!! JT is coming to a city near you from July this year, if you would like to host a Seminar for the best Strength & Mobility for BJJ contact us  jt@bulletproofforbjj.com Have you Popped or Cracked a rib? Torn a sternal cartilage ? All of these are highly painful injuries and take forever to heal. They take even longer to heal if you come back to training t...

Need a pre-BJJ pick me up? C4, Jacked 3D, Total War?! If you know these brands and consume these powders we're going to recommend you Stop! These various super supplements  designed to give you an intense energy boost, muscle pump and extra strength are actually hurting your performance on the mat. In this episode JT & Joey highlight the ingredients that aren't helpful. They explain...