The BJJ Executive Podcast

How to prioritize and 'do the right thing' in business - parallels to the rest of your life. Doing hard things - the benefits of cold therapy. Managing Jiu Jitsu as a family, and a family business. How complacency kills and consistency pays. Persistency as an alternative to the perils of perfect timing.

Growing up in West Texas, Friday Night Lights, college and pro football, inevitable wear and tear on the body. Jiu-Jitsu as a continuation of a life in athletics. Twists and turns in gym ownership and the journey to keep local jiu-jitsu alive. How getting temporarily worse can actually make you permanently better. Leaving the world a better place than we found it.

Grit and perseverance regardless of surroundings or circumstances. Yoga as a tool for recovery and longevity. Growth through discomfort. Maintaining focus through changing priorities - going with the flow.

Bringing out the best of self and others through Jiu Jitsu. Understanding the essence of the martial art and the completeness missing in many modern interpretations. Building a culture of trust in training. Preserving tradition.

Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, Head Coach, and San Angelo native Conrad Duran take us from the bright lights of Friday Night football games to the spotlight of high level Jiu Jitsu competition. Staying consistent with your training even when long distances are required. Dedication to the gym and being a beacon through conflict. The importance of having a voice in your training. Finding your why in life.

Using an interest-led progression over a fixed curriculum to facilitate long-term enjoyment and growth. Creating synergies between jiu-jitsu and life - prioritization as a synonym for balance.  Practical advice on skill development and on laying the groundwork for future endeavors.  Using the inevitable suffering within the early journey to galvanize your resolve for jiu-jitsu.

The journey from college wrestling, the path that led back and forth to the Far East, and the creation of a successful and rapidly growing Jiu Jitsu academy.  Tips and tricks on building a curriculum appropriate for all age levels. How to subordinate your ego in training and why that leads to the next level of skill development.  Finally, no mantra needed - just show up and come train.

Facing the greatest thief of all - fear.  Being yourself, unapologetically. Dealing with permanent injury and the therapeutic benefits of mat time. The psychology of competition. The undeniable communal benefits of Jiu Jitsu and how it can significantly enhance your life. Gratitude, love, service. 

Dedicating yourself to excellence in your craft at an early age. The 'silent grind' - giving back to the community while focusing on the end game. How to 'find joy' while training and using it for longevity. Accountability in training both physically and mentally.

Avoiding self-imposed limitations. Discovering a life passion by giving back - building up the next generation. Embracing what's important - family, relationships, camaraderie. Be cognizant, be awake and see things as they're meant to be seen.

Determination in training - finding a way to get the work done. Expanding beyond the academy and fostering a true community spirit. Tips for maintaining physical health in the midst of demanding training. Remove mental distortion by being of service to others.

Making time your ally by proliferating good habits. Overcoming unavoidable adversity. Defining your 'red lines' that can't be crossed and embracing the impact they have on your journey. The value of relationships and in 'being present.'

Managing success with intensity.  The power of singular focus, on and off the mats.  'Leveling up' with coaching, mentorship, and leading by example.  One of the secrets to success - make bad habits hard to do and good habits easy to do.  Finding balance with discomfort.

How pushing through boundaries, both physical and metaphorical, can level-up all aspects of your life. Picking your 'hard' - managing priorities with a long-term mindset. 'Leaning in' to those around you for support and growth.

How planning and preparation are keys to manifesting long term goals. Shouldering the responsibility of coaching - preparation advise for those looking to compete. The importance of riding the wave and pulling up those behind you.

Fighting through pain - on and off the mats. Examples of how calculated risks can lead to unimaginable opportunities. Why patience and consistency are critical to longevity in Jiu-Jitsu.

Courage and compassion beyond the mats: how key moments in life influenced a jiu jitsu champion. The value and 'superpower' of solid mentorship.  Advise for both new and seasoned practitioners - why consistency matters and how to stay productive even when injured.    

Welcome to the BJJ Executive Podcast - a collaboration of those excelling both on and off the mats.  Life hacks, lessons learned - all in an effort to inspire and motivate others to stay on the path.