The BJJ Executive Podcast

Today's episode features Walker McCumber, an Army paratrooper, jiu jitsu blue belt, athlete coach, and fitness entrepreneur. During our time together we talk life as an infantryman, and how the practical nature of a combative role in the military led to the founding of a successful career in unconventional fitness. This episode is filled with nuggets not only for those looking to strengthen their...

Today's episode features Jiu Jitsu Black Belt and Episode 10 alumni Jose Balda. Jose and I catch up on the last 2 years of our Jiu Jitsu journeys, talking about mentorship on the mats, the latest in Jose's professional competition career, and all the hilarious hijinx in-between. Jose has been a huge supporter of the Mat Mission, and is a perfect example of someone willing to simply put in the work...

Today's episode features Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, Jake Wright. Jake and I dove deep into the memory banks during nearly 5 hours of studio time that went into this recording.  We covered a comprehensive list of topics from competition, fitness, nutrition and of course tips for making the most of your jiu jitsu journey. Jake has a fascinating background, and we track it from the midwest roots all the w...

This episode features Dylan and Tanner Collins, also known as 'The Collins Brothers.' We had the opportunity to go back in time and talk through their own personal challenges, the lessons learned along the way, and also get a nice glimpse into all the good things on the horizon. Dylan and Tanner talked through their approach to training and because two minds are better than one, how they apply tha...

Westin Vance returns to the podcast and catches up on the last two years of life, and of course, Jiu Jitsu. Running a business, starting a family, and building a community.  Be sure to check out Westin's full background and hear more about his fascinating journey on Episode 11.  

Husband, father, former Division 1 Football Athlete, and one of the founders of the Jesus and Jiu Jitsu ministry and podcast shares his views on life, balance, and of course - jiu jitsu.  

3X Ironman, 2X Masters Golden Gloves, Ultra-distance athlete and university professor Jeff Allen talks adversity in training, the art of learning, and tips for building resiliance in mind, body and spirit.   "You can't cheat the grind…It knows how hard you've worked, the effort that you've put in, and the time you've dedicated toward it…It much you have invested. It won't give you anything that yo...

Dealing with real feedback while training. Holding yourself accountable in order to affect real change. Honest assessment and tips for leveling up.

Training your mind to increase the productivity of your training.  Tangible advise to avoid easy traps in the first movements of sparring rounds.  Jiu Jitsu mythology and the shift why seemingly small details matter.  

Never taking today for granted - how unexpected life events can be the catalyst for change.  Letting consistency do the work that motivation can't do on it's own.  Jiu Jitsu semantics - what's real tradition and what's simply norm adherence.

Ask the Experts Series - 'Ask Formiga Anything'  Topics include techniques and training tips, mindset and motivation, business and entrepreneurship, and an overview of the current state of Jiu Jitsu.  

Eclipse BJJ and Grappling Academy owner, Anthony Cronce, in part 2 of 3 in our Open Mat discussion.  Forging the future of grappling in the local community. Leading a business and team while maintaining passion for the task itself. Tips on teaching, coaching and growing an academy.

Balancing family, multiple businesses, and Jiu Jitsu. The power of intent in training, particularly when the schedule is tight. Humility as a superpower - focusing on long term consistency over short term performance. Embracing the community within Jiu Jitsu.

Jiu Jitsu Black Belt and Eclipse Grappling Academy Owner Anthony Cronce joins the podcast for a three part series as we catch up life, business, and of course all things Jiu Jitsu. In the first part of the series we talk about the mindset necessary for personal and professional growth, share stories of entrepreneurship and discuss the superpower of a focused intent.

Welcome back Tristan Ghazel for the finale of our open mat discussion as we talk through the pro's and con's of a week long immersion camp experience, and discuss whether 'hobbyist' is really the right terminology to use in the Jiu Jitsu community.  Enjoy the episode.  

Jiu Jitsu Black Belt and friend of the podcast Tristan Ghazel joins for part 3 of 4 as we discuss post workout routines, which gi's are the best, and how to enjoy sparring more by letting loose and taking risks.  Enjoy the episode.  

Open Mat Discussion with Jiu Jitsu Black Belt Tristan Ghazel.  Enjoy the episode!

Open Mat - with Jiu Jitsu Black Belt Tristan Ghazel.

Being fearless with technique - tips on developing beyond the basics of your game and expanding strategies outside your comfort zone. Using constraints in training - real or perceived - to ramp up your practice, stay productive through injuries, and expose otherwise unknown weaknesses. Embracing the jiu jitsu lifestyle early on - diet, exercise, supplementation - to prolong time on the mats. Givin...

The importance of mentors in your career and on the mats. Using a systems-based approach to training - both to fortify strengths but also to shore up weaknesses. The necessity of ego-subordination for improvement and longevity.  The cumulative power of persistence in training and turning a 'chip on the shoulder' to a competitive advantage.

Host Dave Crull is joined once again by Zac Paul as they discuss supplements, their varying nutritional theories, and other longevity practices aimed at staying on the mats longer.  Enjoy the episode.

In this special episode of the podcast, hosts Dave Crull and Ryan Cramer honor a member of the Texas Jiu Jitsu community, Mr. Daniel O'Leary.   Gratitude is a gift - not only a gift to others, but a gift to ourselves.   I t is a gift, that in part, has been passed on by men such as Dan O'Leary - who selflessly give of their time and energy, putting others first, with no outward expectation in retu...

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Authenticity on the mats and pouring into the culture of the academy. Importance of a well-rounded skill-set - real world application of martial arts. Preserving the self-defense elements of modern day Jiu-Jitsu without losing the joy of training. Tips for surviving the cycles of Jiu-Jitsu development and making it through periods of burnout. Using competition to raise your output and as a path fo...

Inspiration at an early age and the history of Jiu Jitsu development in Southeast Asia. The perils of protectionism within the community and how forging the mind is a far greater recovery tool than synthetic alternatives.  Black belt training in Abu Dhabi.  Maintaining a white belt mentality and continuously seeking knowledge and improvement.