The Chewjitsu Podcast

Kyle Watson is a BJJ black belt, The Ultimate Fighter Season 12 contender, and former UFC Lightweight. Kyle joins the podcast to discuss his start in martial arts, opening and running a BJJ school, competing on "The Ultimate Fighter" and training with Georges St. Pierre, his thoughts on how he thinks BJJ gyms will re-open, whether there is any benefit in running "Zoom BJJ Classes," the future of B...

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss the evolution of Jiu-Jitsu from strictly a self-defense martial art to a sport and whether this growth from the original intent and style of Jiu-Jitsu has "mutilated" the art. We also discuss the history of BJJ, if Chewy thinks BJJ should be an Olympic sport, and what would happen if BJJ stopped evolving. Thanks to our podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD...

This episode of the podcast was recorded live on Youtube including a Q&A and a giveaway. We discuss how BJJ gyms will handle social distancing, Chewy's book recommendations, if Bigfoot exists, Chewy's most memorable podcast moment, dealing with the fear of getting injured in training, and much more. Thanks to our podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to  www.charlottesweb.com  and use t...

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss what defines a cult and if Jiu-Jitsu is actually a cult?   We break down other known cults and talk about specific Jiu-Jitsu rituals and traditions.   Exclusive podcast content available at www.patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast   Check out www.chewjitsu.net/time-off  for a free resource with workouts, how to study, dieting, and stretches.   Th...

JP Dinnell i s a former U.S. Navy SEAL Elite Sniper. and now a leadership instructor and speaker with Echelon Front, where he serves as Director of Tactical Training Programs. JP spent nearly a decade in the SEAL Teams with three combat deployments. JP shares his desire to serve in the military, going through Navy Seal Training, going after your dreams, how to deal with stress, the importance of f...

Chewy answers a questions from Jack, who is timid and nervous about starting BJJ and getting injured. Chewy shares his own experience of being timid and then overcoming his lack of self-confidence through wrestling. We also discuss the importance of setting long-term goals and how to deal with set backs. Chewy also discusses training with "JT" Torres and what makes JT so effective and impressive i...

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Dr. Stu McGill, who is a world-renowned specialist in back pain, rehab, and performance. Dr. McGill shares his interest in working with the spine, researching back pain and developing the "McGill Big 3" exercises for core stability, the importance of the core for Jiu-Jitsu performance and injury-prevention, what occurs when you have a disc bulge in...

Chewy discusses his expectations for each belt in BJJ and we answer a bunch of questions on the Youtube Live Q&A including book recommendations, how to train if you don't have the money, favorite grapplers and MMA fighters, video games, dream BJJ matchups including Roger Gracie vs. Gordon Ryan, and much more. Thanks to our podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to  www.charlottesweb.com...

Tom DeBlass is a Jiu-Jitsu black belt, multiple time ADCC American Trials Champion, and former MMA fighter. On this episode, we discussed the impact of the Corona Virus on the jiu-jitsu community, Tom's start in BJJ and transitioning to MMA, competing in the ADCC, retiring from competition, coaching Gary Tonon, the mystique of John Danaher, his social media presence, and much more. Follow Tom on I...

Chewy and Eugene share their thoughts on the Coronavirus, the closing of the gym, what to focus on if you can't train, meditation, diet, studying, building the mind-body connection, and returning to BJJ. Link to extra content www.chewjitsu.net/corona Thanks to our podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to  www.charlottesweb.com  and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your tot...

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by 2 x ADCC and Pan Am Champion "JT" Torres. JT joins the podcast to discuss his start in BJJ, his first competition, the importance of mental toughness, giving up everything to train with some of the greatest coaches in BJJ, how he developed his pressure style, opening his gym, finally winning the ADCC, and proving the doubters wrong. Follow JT Torres...

Frank Trigg is an MMA pioneer, former UFC Welterweight title challenger, UFC Hall of Famer, MMA referee, and actor/stuntman. Frank discusses his start in sports and wrestling, competing in MMA, transitioning to acting and becoming a stunt man, refereeing, sailing, and he shares some stories from his MMA days. Thanks to our podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to  www.charlottesweb.com...

Chewy shares how he gets the most out of himself and his students by creating buy-in, positive self-talk, how he uses enthusiasm to achieve goals, and discusses how he is able to use mental imagery when completing difficult tasks. Thanks to our podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to  www.charlottesweb.com  and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Epic Ro...

Phil daru is the head Strength & Conditioning coach at American Top Team, one of the premier training facilities for MMA. Phil discusses his start in strength & conditioning, fighting in MMA, dealing with concussions, learning jiu-jitsu, his training philosophies, and much more. Check out Phil's training products at www.darustrong.com as well as his instagram @darustrong and his YouTube channel. T...

Ryan Ford is a Jiu-Jitsu Brown belt and the host of "The Grappling Central Podcast." Ryan discusses how he found podcasting after being laid off from his job, the passion he has for podcasting, dealing with OCD and how he used it as an advantage, his start in Jiu-Jitsu, living and training in Brazil, and his plans for the future. Thanks to our podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to ww...

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by Rob from "McDojo Life." Rob runs an Instagram page and Youtube channel that exposes fraudulent and fake martial arts. We start the podcast off by discussing the crowdfunding process he has going for the documentary he is planning to film, hang ups and pitfalls of filming a documentary, what "shady" gyms look like, how to tell if your instructor is a...

Chris Sizemore is a police officer, BJJ brown belt, and former MMA fighter. Chris shares his start in martial arts, fighting Chewy in an MMA fight, becoming a police officer, crazy fight stories, and he is also one of the co-founders of "Blue Jitsu," an organization that offers free jiu-jitsu instruction and seminars for police officers in Lexington and the surrounding areas. Check out "Blue Jitsu...

On this episode we discuss how being involved in Jiu-Jitsu, and more specifically having a welcoming and supportive gym family is so important to changing lives and bringing people together.

John is a business owner, consultant, and the podcast host for "The John Bartolo Show." On this episode, we discuss John's start in working with weapons companies and becoming a CEO of a rifle company, being an entrepreneur, podcasting, starting jiu-jitsu, the relationship between firearms and jiu-jitsu, what makes effective jiu-jitsu coaches.

John is a business owner, consultant, and the podcast host for "The John Bartolo Show." On this episode, we discuss John's start in working with weapons companies and becoming a CEO of a rifle company, being an entrepreneur, podcasting, starting jiu-jitsu, the relationship between firearms and jiu-jitsu, what makes effective jiu-jitsu coaches.

Nikki Sullivan is a Jiu-Jitsu black belt that trains out of ATOS HQ in San Diego. Nikki shares her start in BJJ while going to college and the passion she had for training. Nikki discusses excelling in martial arts and taking the leap to quit her job and start training and competing full time. We also discuss the importance of positive influences and coaches to help reach your potential. Follow Ni...

We are joined by Derby City MMA co-owner and S&C Coach Joe Clark to discuss the difficulties with starting and keeping a new routine, how tangible goal setting can help with improving your BJJ and strength, using negative emotions as fuel and why negative emotions are important for making progress, how much visualization can help your performance, and Q&A.   Q&A starts at: 30:00 30:45 Do you train...

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by BJJ brown belt Justin Court. Justin is a BJJ Brown Belt and multiple time Pan Am champion and World Champion at various belt levels. We discuss Jiu-Jitsu competition including competing in Gi vs. No-Gi, the techniques that are used consistently at the highest levels of jiu-jitsu competition, working around injuries, the mental aspect of competition a...

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by BJJ brown belt Justin Court. Justin is a BJJ Brown Belt and multiple time Pan Am champion and World Champion at various belt levels. We discuss Jiu-Jitsu competition including competing in Gi vs. No-Gi, the techniques that are used consistently at the highest levels of jiu-jitsu competition, working around injuries, the mental aspect of competition a...

On episode 80 of The Chewjitsu Podcast, we are joined by 2019 ADCC Absolute Bronze Medalist Lachlan Giles. Lachlan had an amazing run in the Absolute Division of the 2019 ADCC being the smaller competitor and using his unique leg log game to win 3 matches by inside heel hook to take 3rd place. On the podcast, Lachlan discusses the evolution of his leg lock game, developing his techniques, competit...