The Grappling Discourse

I break down the process I like to go through before cornering students at a tournament. There are things I like to do before, during and after the tournament. I know coaching can be a daunting task so I’m hoping this list can be a guide for anyone with coaching aspirations!

Detailed recap of two major tournaments from this past weekend. And what I’d like to see if a competitor egregiously breaks the rules! Tenth planet vs DDS has never been better!

I preview two major tournaments coming up this weekend. Both are EBI sub only and in my opinion are a must watch! Look for Grace Gundrum to be the star of the weekend!

Why constantly asking questions is important and how trying to answer them deeply will push your jiu jitsu to the next level.

Brandon and I talk about Fight 2 win 131 and the future of bjj promotions. How to make professional jiu jitsu bigger and better!

I give you guys three challenge options that I use to get better during the holiday season!

Brandon Mccaghren and my self talk about tomorrow nights main event , Tye Ruotolo vs Vagner Rocha, and take questions from YouTube. Brandon exposes how big a fan he is of Gordon Ryan.

I talk about how to handle training with the three types of training partners that your most likely to get hurt training with.

One of the most misunderstand ideas in jiu jitsu. Learn how to take your training to the next level with these two ideas.

I look at the savage fighting style of rough and tumble as well as some of the documented accounts of our greatest wrestling president, Abraham Lincoln.

I talk about the strategy I used to finally start consistently practicing yoga after years and years of starting and stopping. Use this strategy on anything you are trying to make a habit! Writing in a journal, working out, yoga, etc...

I talk about my first competition and what I learned from it. A must listen for white belt and blue belts thinking about competing!

I talk with Quentin Rosenzweig, one of the top bjj competitors in the world. We discuss competition, leg locks, mind sets, philosophy, fear and much more.

I talk about quitting and the 7 reasons usually behind that thought.

Earning a blue belt is one of the hardest and most rewarding things a person can do. I give a list of things I’m looking for when evaluating when a students ready for his first promotion.

Training philosophies to help you get better faster, feel more confident while keeping you motivated to train.

I break down Saturdays pro bjj events!

I talk about a couple of leadership revelations I’ve had this year.

I give my list of the ten most exciting no gi matches of all time. These are my favorite matches to watch and study, All are a must watch!

I break down what I think makes a good coach and a good instructor. A must listen for anyone interested in teaching or coaching!

I break down my criteria for choosing the top ten current pound for pound best no gi practicioners!

A brief look into a style of grappling that was popular in early America.

I give 5 training/mindset tips that aim to keep you healthy and happy while you get the most out of your training.