I Suck At Jiu Jitsu Show

I nearly quit jiu-jitsu as a purple belt.    This isn't something that I talk about very much, or even at all really. I used to try to get fulfillment in winning grappling tournaments. It worked for a long time, all the way up until I stopped winning.    I know the thought of quitting jiu-jitsu is something that nearly everyone goes through in their  journey. I wanted to t...

We've all had a friend that seemed like they were in it for the long haul all of the sudden stop showing up. It sucks because you feel like you're losing a training partner and a friend. Because like, who can be friends with someone who doesn't train?   As you progress you will see it happen more and more. There are 3 common reasons that people quit Jiu-Jitsu. In today's episode, Josh(@thejos...

I know I will take heat for this episode. But, like I say at the end, I would love to hear your opinion if you're pro warm ups in a class environment. I just find them to be a waste of time.   Small caveat that I should of mentioned but simply forgot. I have found that warm ups in kids/teen classes are really helpful for getting kids focused and ready for class.   Get Your Free Copy of S...

As a grappler, do you ever watch a tv show or youtube channel and think, "This guy is so cool, I bet he'd love jiu-jitsu?"   Maybe I am the only weirdo who does that. Either way, finding out that someone that you look up to trains is such a fun experience!    That is what happened to me a few weeks back when I found out Alex Mazhukhin(@mr.build_it) aka Mr. Build It on Youtube, took...

Today I will attempt to answer an impossible to answer question and probably offend everyone who listens. Who in my opinion should be on the BJJ Mount Rushmore?   As with every Q&A on the I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu Show we dig into A LOT!   Why am I not "feeling" technique very quickly? What has been the biggest challenge as a business owner during covid? Should their be criteria for each b...

For me(@thejoshmckinney) coming up in the St Louis Jiu-Jitsu scene there is one person that was never a part of my team, whom I believe had a huge influence on my jiu-jitsu. Whether by creating tournament series/super fight shows that I was able to compete on or training up opponents that I had the privilege of fighting. That person was Jw Wright(@jw.wright).   I think if there's one hidden t...

Happy #SucklessSaturday! I'm today's short episode we dig in on one of the worst mindsets for jiu-jitsu(and success in general). The victim mentality. Learn some really quick tips to identify and defeat this poisonous attitude, that you might not even realize that you have!

Ever wonder why you roll with some people and it feels like they're not even trying? Want to know a secret? They AREN'T!   These are the people that understand how to "Feel" Jiu-Jitsu.   In this episode of the I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu Show Josh (@thejoshmckinney) breaks down his most important training ideology yet.   Please send all questions and suggestions about the show to Josh@simpl...

Do you ever get discouraged in your training? Work or school getting in the way?   Well today I get to sit down with one of my best friends, Justin Huff to talk about how he managed school and a 9 to 5 to eventually become a black belt!   In this episode we discuss how training in the same environment doesn't always translate into having the same game.   For your FREE copy of the Si...

What should I do if my training environment isn't what I feel that I need? What if I'm my teams only competitor? What if I'm by far the best guy/girl at my gym? We answer all of these questions and more on the latest episode of the I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu Show.  Josh(@thejoshmckinney) digs deep on how to learn in not the best situation and how to leave a gym without being a total doucher about it...

In this episode Josh discusses the questions to ask yourself to find out, are you at the right gym?

Completely random episode dedicated to helping others find "their position." simplifyingjiujitsu.com/kimura

I ask, "How do I suck less at Jiu-Jitsu."   Everyone says, "Focus on the basics."  What does that mean? Is it like when you're 6 and ask where babies come from and your mom says, "you'll find out when you're older." Are we just not smart enough to know the basics?  Well, I have a theory on what the basics actually are and why everyone's answers to "the basics" are different.  C...

Josh(@thejoshmckinney) sits down with friend and brown belt Adam Meredith(@adammeredith_) to talk about his transition from mma to jiu-jitsu. As they dig deep on the topic of brain health Adam drops some really good thoughts on keeping a sleep/rest routine. PLUS at the top of the show we have a monster announcement that could very well change how people learn jiu-jitsu. https://www.simplifyingjiuj...

What does the future of competitive jiu-jitsu look like? Well, we really believe that Jordan Peitzman(@jordan_jitsu) has the answer(or is really dang close). The Bjj Woodstock!   The concept is a really amazing idea, in one weekend there will be a fan expo, a tournament, a pro jiu-jitsu card, and a TON of seminars. Oh, and all of the seminars will be FREE! This type of event has never really...

It's been a long time since I have had a question and answer on the podcast and since releasing simplifying jiu-jitsu, I have gotten quite a few follow up questions! So, I wanted to do a Q&A episode to really help with that.

Jeff Shulze( is arguably one of the toughest red heads on the planet(second to WWE's Sheamus). On top of being a jiu-jitsu black belt Jeff is also studying to get his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Using jiu-jitsu and psychology in tandem is what makes Jeff's prospective so unique. This is the perfect episode if you're looking on how to get the mental edge in your training room. You can follow...

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On the Episode 50 Super show, the Perfect Practitioner, Josh(@thejoshmckinney) sits down with 3 of the best black belts that he knows to discuss what would be considered as their areas of expertise. In the first interview he sits down with Steve McKinney as Steve explains some big things that you are probably missing in your nutrition and recovery routine. Then, Josh talks to his first black belt,...

In today's episode of SuckLess Saturday, Josh discusses how archaic training methods are limiting our speed of progression. 

In today's episode Josh sits down with fellow podcasters Jake Watson and Danny O'Donnell to discuss everything under the sun. We hope you will enjoy this lighthearted and informative episode

In today's episode Josh interviews teammate Kristen Beatty on how jiu-jitsu has helped her mental health, how to overcome being a "bad  competitor," and proper grammar.

Learning to make decisions is one of the easiest ways to increase efficiency. Learn how now!  

In today's show Josh interviews one of the first sponsors that he ever got in jiu-jitsu, Lionel Turner, owner of LEaO Optics. This is probably one of the most wide ranging episodes we've ever released. Enjoy!

In today's interview Josh talks to long time friend Mark Vives. In this interview Mark shares his story from opening his school, overcoming a suicide attempt, and one day becoming one of the best masters competitors that the world has ever seen!