Conor Whelan

Rolling over 40: The podcast for jujitsu practitioners who are proving that age is just a number

Sports EN ↓ 26 episodes

Jiu-jitsu isn’t just for the young — it’s for anyone willing to step on the mats. I’m Conor Whelan, and each week I talk with fellow BJJ practitioners about what it’s really like to train as adults. From dads discovering jiu-jitsu in their 40s to black belts competing at the highest level, we share stories of aches, breakthroughs, and everything in between. If you’ve ever wondered how to balance training, family, and life while still chasing growth on the mats, this podcast is for you.

Author

Conor Whelan

Category

Sports

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Latest episode

Jun 23, 2026

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Episodes

Am I Too Old to Start Jiu-Jitsu? Mark’s Journey at 37 31.01.2025

What’s it really like to start jiu-jitsu later in life? In this episode, I sit down with my friend and training partner, Mark Green — a one-stripe white belt who began training in the fall of 2023 at age 37. We dig into the doubts we had before stepping on the mats, the physical and mental challenges of training as adults, and the surprising rewards that keep us coming back. From sore joints and b...

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