Beyond Jiu Jitsu

By Kieren Lefevre and Adam Childs

The Beyond Jiu Jitsu podcast is about all things BJJ, sport, life, health, nutrition, media and beyond. Hosted by Adam Childs, Vantage Jiujitsu BJJ Black Belt under Alliance Head Coach Fabio Gurgel and Kieren Lefevre a BJJ Blue Belt, Personal Trainer, ISSN - Sport Nutrition Specialist, Videographer and Jiu Jitsu Media Influencer.

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#111 - ADCC 2022. The Good and the Bad

Beyond Jiu JitsuSep 22, 2022

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#167 - If you do not quit...I can Guarantee you will get a black belt

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast, the lads respond to the episode from the awesome Podcast "Best of Midland Texas” titled:

"Jiu Jitsu is the Hobby for Those Okay with Sucking"

Check out the full episode here and show them some support. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DNIEYkJDzM&ab_channel=BestofMidlandTexas

Timestamps:

0:00 The Intro - Adam has been thinking of Kieren 1:40 This is a Diss Track 3:00 Introducing Brad Barnes and the Podcast Episode 7:10 The Clip of Brad 8:00 Our Initial Response 15:54 Adam's Grading System 20:00 Why are people so mad 24:00 When we agree with Brad 26:30 Back to Disagreeing 28:23 The watering down of BJJ 36:00 Kieren thinks Adam will eventually cave 37:58 The Second Clip of Brad 38:45 Adam agrees with Brad again (sort of) 45:20 The Chess Analogy 48:14 Kieren's Double 'Something Interesting' 55:00 A message to Brad

🎙️ Podcast Links:

Patreon – https://rdar.li/patreon Submit a Question! – https://rdar.li/bjjq-a YouTube – https://rdar.li/bjjpodcast Spotify – https://rdar.li/bjjpodsp Apple Podcast – https://rdar.li/bjjpodap Instagram – https://rdar.li/bjjpodinsta

Kieren’s Best Stuff:

✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com/ Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials:

⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage ⭐ Adam's Personal Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/adamchildsbjj/

Feb 02, 202455:35

#166 - BJJ vs a Gun

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast, co-hosts Adam and Kieren talk about how Jiu Jitsu would fare in a gunfight. The conversation then takes a turn, in classic Beyond Jiu Jitsu fashion.

Timestamps: 0:00 "We" people 0:33 Episode Feedback 0:52 Responding to a troll 3:22 Adam's Segway on Roger Gracie's Mount 6:48 Guns vs. BJJ 10:30 BJJ and Self-Defence 18:26 Women's Self-Defence Programs 26:30 Adam vs. MMA 29:24 Having Grappling is Better Than Nothing 31:45 Kung Fu Can Kill a Man (lol) 35:40 The Best Martial Art for Self-Defence 48:30 ...But I'd Do "This" in a Fight 54:17 Adam's 'Something Interesting' - Roger Gracie 58:33 Kieren's 'Something Interesting' - Injury Risk in BJJ

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com/

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage ⭐ Adam's Personal Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/adamchildsbjj/

Jan 26, 202401:06:50

#165 - Wrestle-Ups for Non-Wrestlers

This is Episode 165 of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast

"Wrestle-Ups for Non-Wrestlers"

Timestamps: 0:00 Unrelated Intro - The Prince Podcast 6:00 What We've Been Working On 7:30 Wrestle-Ups 11:50 Why Adam Wanted to Work On Wrestle-Ups 15:15 The Problem With Wrestle-Ups 18:40 How To Improve Your Wrestle-Up (Adam's Key Points) 1:01:40 Choi Bar Throw Back 1:05:05 Setup the Wrestle-Up from Half Guard 1:09:00 Kieren's 'Something Interesting' - Mikey Musumeci vs Sneako 1:13:38 Adam's 'Something Interesting' - Roger Gracie on Getting Choked Out

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com/

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage ⭐ Adam's Personal Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/adamchildsbjj/

#bjj #jiujitsu #jiu-jitsu #podcast #bjjpodcast #wrestling #grappling

Jan 19, 202401:26:08

#164 - 2024 Jiujitsu Blueprint | New Year Who Dis

"Ep. 164 - 2024 Jiujitsu Blueprint | New Year Who Dis"

In this episode, Adam and Kieren review 2023 goals and talk about how they will get the most out of 2024.

New Year Who Dis?

Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 4:30 Adam's 2023 Annual Review 18:00 Kieren's 2023 Annual Review 27:00 Adam's 2024 Jiujitsu Goals 35:20 Kieren's 2024 Jiujitsu Goals 49:00 LCL Tear 52:00 Shared Goals for Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast 1:02:15 Kieren's Something Interesting 1:05:40 Adam's Something Interesting 1:07:00 Kieren gets excited over Catan 1:09:30 Kieren's 2nd Something Interesting

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com/

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage ⭐ Adam's Personal Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/adamchildsbjj/

Jan 12, 202401:15:06

#163 - Happy Holidays! BJJ Topic Smash

In this episode, the lads banter about random topics to celebrate the holidays.

Timestamps: 0:00 Intro and Banter 4:30 Christmas in different countries 14:20 Making jiujitsu a career 27:50 Adam's Gross Knee 36:45 Making jiujitsu content 55:30 Wearing the game kit, why tho? 59:30 Adam, the bad boi 1:12:30 Pirate Software the 'overnight success'

@PirateSoftware

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com/

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage ⭐ Adam's Personal Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/adamchildsbjj/

Jan 08, 202401:18:43

#162 - "Stop Yelling at Me" | Different Jiujitsu Coaching Styles

In this episode, Adam and Kieren talk about the different coaching styles and how they best respond to encouragement from coaches.

Timestamps: 0:00 Intro and Banter 3:33 The "official" heel hooks in Gi poll results 10:38 Coaching Styles and Instruction 15:58 Military Instruction - Kieren's Experience 20:40 Different Coaching Styles for Different People 38:15 Upper Belts and Respect 41:40 Imposter Syndrome 42:43 Adam's 'Something Interesting' - Shout Out 57:06 Kieren's 'Something Interesting' - Our Podcast Spotify Wrapped

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com/

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage ⭐ Adam's Personal Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/adamchildsbjj/

Dec 15, 202301:14:19

#161 - Jiujitsu Injuries and Rule Changes

Ep. 161 - Jiujitsu Injuries and Rule Changes

In this episode, the lads talk about the current state of the IBBJ rules, injuries in competing and heel hooks in the gi.

Vote in the official poll for heel hooks in the gi: https://www.youtube.com/@KierenLefevre/community

Timestamps: 0:00 Intros & Kieren's Knee Injury 13:00 Knee Injuries in Competitions 16:00 Why rules protect athletes 34:00 IBJJF Rules and What We Would Change (Heels Hooks in the Gi) 43:00 Kieren does a 180 on heel hooks in the gi 54:50 Jumping closed guard 55:50 Gym-specific "house-rules" 59:00 Jordan Teaches Jiujitsu is strong af 1:01:30 The official vote on heel hooks in the gi 1:05:40 Adam's 'Something Interesting' 1:12:28 Kieren's 'Something Interesting'

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com/

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage ⭐ Adam's Personal Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/adamchildsbjj/

Dec 08, 202301:16:19

#160 - Ask a Black Belt Q&A 14, Injuries, Supplements, Competing and more!

In this Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast episode, Adam and Kieren answer your questions! We cover returning from injuries, supplements for jiujitsu, competing and much more!

Tune into this Q&A episode and get your jiujitsu ear candy for the week 💪🏽

Thank you to everyone who submitted a question!

Timestamps: 0:00 Intro & Banter 8:50 Question 1 21:50 Question 2 30:45 Question 3 47:55 Question 4 01:01:40 Adam's 'Something Interesting' 01:11:00 Kieren's 'Something Interesting' 01:17:35 Follow for more!

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage

Dec 01, 202301:18:15

#159 - My Jiujitsu is Cringe

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast co-hosts Adam and Kieren discuss how cringe Kieren's jiujitsu is...

Timestamps: 0:00 Intro and Off Topic Banter 9:30 Mega Cringe

51:35 Adam's 'Something Interesting' 54:45 Kieren's 'Something Interesting' 1:01:35 Listener Responses to Our Questions 1:07:45 Outro

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com/

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage ⭐ Adam's Personal Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/adamchildsbjj/

Nov 24, 202301:09:07

#158 - Asking Yourself Why

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast co-hosts Adam and Kieren discuss why they started training Jiu Jitsu. Adam goes into his recent quest to discover his "why" in other areas of his life.

Timestamps: 0:00 Intro and Banter 3:55 Listener Responses to Our Questions 16:00 The Importance of Asking Yourself "WHY?" 56:20 Kieren's 'Something Interesting' 59:40 Adam's 'Something Interesting'

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com/

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage ⭐ Adam's Personal Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/adamchildsbjj/

Nov 17, 202301:01:54

#157 - Why you're not getting better at BJJ

In this episode Adam and Kieren talk about some things that are probably holding you back from reaching your BJJ potential. If you're a hobbiest or a hardcore jiujitsu nerd, there's something here that will help you out.

Chapters: 0:00 Intro Banter 8:00 you don't train enough 31:00 trust the process 42:20 Deliberate training 1:04:30 Not competing 1:13:30 Self-study 1:23:20 Adam's 'Something Interesting' 1:28:05 Kieren 'Something Interesting' 1:38:50 Outro

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com/

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage ⭐ Adam's Personal Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/adamchildsbjj/

Nov 10, 202301:39:55

#156 - Don't be "THAT" Guy... Avoid These BJJ Mistakes

In this episode, Adam and Kieren talk about some common mistakes among beginner and intermediate jiujitsu players.

Chapters: 0:00 Intro and Banter 9:58 Mistake 1 25:30 Mistake 2 32:15 Mistake 3 44:45 Mistake 4 1:17:50 Mistake 5 1:31:20 Adam's 'Something Interesting' 1:34:08 Kieren's 'Something Interesting' 1:38:00 Outro

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage ⭐ Adam's Personal Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/adamchildsbjj/

Nov 03, 202301:38:47

Ep.155 - Dealing with Losing a Comp and Straight Ankle Lock Deep Dive

In this episode, Kieren talks about his recent experience competing and how he's planning on bouncing back from the loss. Adam shares what he's been working on over the last 12 weeks, the straight ankle lock.

Links, Resources and Videos Mentioned in the Episode:

Alec Baulding's YouTube Video: "How the Choi-Bar Changed BJJ Forever" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKKGbrNHQqk&t=596s&ab_channel=AlecBaulding

Kieren's No-Gi Competition with Foot Locks at 2 min 24s and 2nd straight foot lock at 3min 03s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRZOpn307Qo&t=164s&ab_channel=KierenLefevreJiujitsu

Mikey Musumeci Submits Shinya Aoki WITH HIS OWN MOVE 🤯 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ERRsM0CBbDQ&ab_channel=ONEChampionship

Fearless & Far YouTube Video: "Asking Hunter-Gatherers Life's Toughest Questions" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAGjuRwx_Y8&pp=ygUTVHJpYmVzIG1lYW5pbmcgbGlmZQ%3D%3D

Chapters: 0:00 Tangents and Intros 4:20 Dealing with Losing a Comp 23:40 Technique Discussion Start's Here 25:20 Kieren's Choi Bar 44:30 Adam's Deep Dive into Straight Footlocks 1:23:15 Adam's Something Interesting 1:28:00 Kieren's Something Interesting 1:34:40 Outro

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage ⭐ Adam's Personal Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/adamchildsbjj/

Oct 27, 202301:35:28

#154 - Losing Weight and BJJ... A Discussion

In this episode, we talk about losing weight for BJJ, calorie deficits and other nutrition-related topics for jiujitsu.

Chapters: 0:00 Intro, catch-up and Kieren's weight bracket 12:05 Nutrition Discussion Starts Here 12:38 Calories in vs. Calorie Out 17:12 Calorie Deficit 27:48 How to Stay Motivated with Nutrition 32:30 Volumous Food and Fasting 42:50 Hidden Calories 56:30 Weight Fluctuations 59:26 Saving Calories on Coffee 1:02:23 Kieren's Final Thoughts

1:03:43 Adam's 'Something Interesting' 1:08:33 Kieren's 'Something Interesting'

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage ⭐ Adam's Personal Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/adamchildsbjj/

Oct 20, 202301:15:34

#153 - Dealing with Smaller Opponents with Flexible Guards

In this episode, we talk about dealing with smaller opponents with flexible guards.

Chapters: 0:00 Intro and smashin' smaller dudes 4:26 Adam's New Social Media and Kieren's New Podcast 9:18 Chess Developments and Tangent 12:25 Discussion Starts Here 49:36 Pokemon Adventures with Adam 54:54 Kieren's Comp Footage is Out

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage ⭐ Adam's Personal Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/adamchildsbjj/

Oct 13, 202356:57

#152 - Open Guard

In this episode, we talk about open guard.

Chapters: 0:00 Intros 2:03 Open Guard - Topic Intro 2:50 Discord Soundboard 4:30 Open Guard, "The Void" 9:39 The Best Open Guard Variation for Beginners 15:27 DLR Limitations in No-Gi and Jiujitsu Technique Trends 22:46 Why DLR is an Excellent "Starting Position" for Open Guard 25:40 What to prioritise in DLR 29:05 What not to do in Spider Guard 33:33 Adam's Approach to DLR 39:35 How NOT To Open Closed Guard 40:55 Current Passing Trends and the Consequences 45:30 Where will the Sport Go Next? (Judo / Wrestling) 59:43 Key Takeaways and Summary 1:02:33 Adam's 'Something Interesting' (WNO and Mica) 1:06:58 Kieren's 'Something Interesting' (Marketing, Crazy Fight Sports and New Podcast)

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage

Oct 06, 202301:20:45

#151 - Post Competition Analysis and Banter

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast Co-hosts Adam and Kieren talk about Kieren's recent experience competing internationally with plenty of the usual banter and tangents.

Chapters: 0:00 Intros 1:40 Living in Sweden 2:17 The Comp Format and Comp Rules 9:05 The Breakdown of the Comp 44:00 Cardio for Comp Prep 46:05 Weight Divisions 47:53 The Awesome Gym that Hosted The Comp 48:37 Adam's 'Something Interesting' 53:40 Kieren's 'Something Interesting'

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage

Sep 29, 202301:06:21

#150 - Ask a Black Belt Q&A 13, Training Dummies, Cardio for BJJ, Shark Tanks and more!

In this Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast episode, Adam and Kieren answer your questions! We cover class structure, training dummies, cardio for BJJ, the purpose of shark tanks, and much more!

Tune into this Q&A episode and get your jiujitsu ear candy for the week 💪🏽

Thank you to everyone who submitted a question!

Chapters:

0:00 Intro and Banter

8:51 Question 1 - How to be More Explosive

19:30 Question 2 - Training in Sweden

26:09 “Question” 3 - Tie Dye Belt Shenanigans

30:11 Question 4 - Dealing with Comp Intensity

41:31 Question 5 - Are Drilling Dummies a Waste of Time?

1:03:11 Question 6 - Return from Injuries

1:09:50 Question 7 - What is the ‘Purpose’ of Shark Tanks?

1:15:07 Question 8 - What is a BJJ Gym’s Responsibility to their Local Community?

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ BJJ Strong Online - https://bjjstrongonline.com

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 All Links – https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage

Sep 22, 202301:24:02

#149 - Different Types of Egos in Jiujitsu

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast co-hosts Adam and Kieren talk about the different types of "egos" you will find among jiujitsu practitioners as well as a healthy dose of banter along the way.

Chapters 0:00 Banter and Random Topics 16:19 1st type of Egos in Jiujitsu 25:44 2nd type of Egos in Jiujitsu 35:24 3rd type of Egos in Jiujitsu 1:00:05 Kieren's 'Something Interesting' 1:11:30 Adam's 'Something Interesting'

#bjj #jiujitsu #grappling #bjjpodcast

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ Website https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Kieren’s Socials: 💥 Instagram – https://rdar.li/kiereninsta 💥 TikTok – https://rdar.li/tiktok 💥 YouTube – https://rdar.li/kierenyt 💥 All Links – https://sleekbio.com/kieren-jiujitsu

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage

Sep 15, 202301:16:26

#148 - A$$holes in Jiujitsu, Stripes on Belts and Banter

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast, the lads open it up with a discussion about the Erbeth Santos arrest on sexual assault and robbery charges. In true Beyond Jiu Jitsu fashion, the conversation then steers towards belt progression, stripes on belts with plenty of banter in between.

Chapters: 0:00 intro 2:00 Erberth Santos 15:00 What a black belt means 35:00 Stripes on attendance 44:00 Meregali 47:30 Tima 49:30 Kieren's "Something Interesting" 1:02:30 Adam "Something Interesting"

#bjj #jiujitsu #grappling #bjjpodcast

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ Website https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage

Sep 08, 202301:09:45

#147 - 5 Ways to Improve Your Jiujitsu

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast Adam Childs and Kieren Lefevre talk about 5 ways to improve your Jiu Jitsu as a beginner.

Chapters: 0:00 Intro and Banter 13:30 Tip 1 27:20 Tip 2

40:10 Tip 3 50:00 Tip 4 1:03:00 Tip 5 1:14:50 Today I Learned Segment

#bjj #jiujitsu #grappling #bjjpodcast

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ Website https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage

Aug 25, 202301:36:40

#146 - 'Jiu Jitsu Saved My Life but Destroyed My Body' - Our Heated Response

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast Adam and Kieren talk about the themes that were brought up in @DorianDevelops YouTube video titled "Jiu Jitsu Saved My Life but Destroyed My Body // My BJJ Journey"

Check out the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAHPG66H000&t=3s&ab_channel=DorianDevelops

This one gets a bit heated as the lads defend their points for and against the reality of doing "the work" outside of jiujitsu to improve performance and longevity on the mats.

Chapters: 0:00 Intro and Kieren's Black Eye 8:00 Adam has to pay to be on a waiting list 12:27 Dorian Develops YouTube Video on Jiujitsu 16:16 The Heated Debate 48:52 Age Will Catch You Eventually 58:27 Ego In Jiujitsu 1:01:05 When Adam Wanted to Quit Jiujitsu 1:05:06 Injuries is a part of Sport 1:13:17 Agree to Disagree 1:17:14 Adam's "Today I Learned" 1:19:48 Kieren's "Today I Learned"

#bjj #jiujitsu #grappling #bjjpodcast

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ Website https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage

Aug 18, 202301:26:08

#145 - A Deep Dive into the Choi Bar

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast Adam takes a deep dive into the details of the Choi Bar. This position is essentially a belly-down armbar entry which can be performed in many different starting positions but specifically Adam talks about the entry from half-guard.

If you're interested in choi bars or want to improve your attacking jiujitsu from the guard, then this is the episode for you!

A breakdown of the Choi Bar by Craig Jones.

Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 1:18 Wanting to learn a black belts approach to problem-solving 6:20 The Choi Bar Deep Dive 55:52 Kieren's Lessons for Open Guard 1:02:20 The Importance of guard retention 1:05:23 Kieren asks Adam what he should be working on 1:09:22 Less Impressed More Involved BJJ's amazing jiujitsu platform 1:12:57 IBJJF's New Gi Requirements 1:22:52 Closing Thoughts

#bjj #jiujitsu #grappling #bjjpodcast

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ Website https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage

Aug 11, 202301:25:47

#144 - The Reality of Jiujitsu Pt. 2

In this raw and unfiltered episode (number 144!) of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast, your favourite hosts, Adam and Kieren, lay it all out on the mats as they get real about the hardcore world of Jiu Jitsu. No sugarcoating here - they're talking about the blood, sweat, and tears that go into this full-contact combat sport.

Join in on their passionate discussion as they explore the true nature of Jiu Jitsu, where training can feel like an all-out fight. From physical challenges to mental hurdles, they share their own experiences and drop some wisdom on how to embrace the toughness of Jiu Jitsu and use it as fuel for growth and progress.

The lads also discuss their "Today I Learned" Fact in the brand new segment of random things we want to talk about, haha! Enjoy the banter.

Timestamps: 0:00 Intros and the Poll Results 2:15 Leaving your Elbows Open 3:20 Podcast Quality 8:30 The Reality of Jiujitsu and Hard Training 44:26 Kieren's Strategy to Beat Adam 49:30 Cardio for Jiujitsu 55:42 The Two Methods of Increasing Cardio for Jiujitsu 1:03:14 The Brand New Segment! TIL 1:25:21 Pure Banter and World's Longest Outro

#bjj #jiujitsu #grappling #bjjpodcast

Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ Website https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage

Aug 04, 202301:32:55

#143 - We're Back!

Guess who's back... back again... The boys are back for the long-awaited Season 2 of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast! And we're got some new ideas, awesome episodes in store and plenty more banter and talkin' smack. In this episode, we go from catch-up to what's coming-up and a bit of jiujitsu talk mixed in throughout. Strap in a enjoy the ride, we're back baby! Timestamps: 0:00 Catch-Up and what we've been up to 24:00 What's coming up in the podcast 33:00 Training at a new gym and holes in jiujitsu game 47:00 Back to talking smack #bjj #jiujitsu #grappling #bjjpodcast

🎙️ Podcast Links:

Patreon – https://rdar.li/patreon

Submit a Question! – https://rdar.li/bjjq-a

YouTube – https://rdar.li/bjjpodcast

Spotify – https://rdar.li/bjjpodsp

Apple Podcast – https://rdar.li/bjjpodapInstagram – https://rdar.li/bjjpodinsta

Kieren’s Best Stuff:

✅ Website https://bjjstrongonline.com/links

Kieren’s Socials:

💥 Instagram – https://rdar.li/kiereninsta

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Jul 28, 202301:01:00

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Jun 03, 202305:52

#142 - Cardio for BJJ

Cardio for BJJ!

In this episode, Kieren and Adam talk about their personal approaches to cardio fitness for BJJ.

Tune in to hear about the highs and lows of intense training in the gym, why it sometimes leads to physical sickness, and the effective jiujitsu drills Adam employs for optimal conditioning and competition prep. Kieren takes the reins to explain the science behind lactic acid and its impact on performance, shedding light on the intricacies of cardio fitness for BJJ.

Timestamps 0:00 Introduction

5:30 Puking during training

13:38 Why people puke during hard training

18:09 Lactic acid and energy systems

26:06 What Adam does for jiujitsu conditioning

47:40 Kieren's philosophy on cardio for BJJ

59:55 Unboxing a gift!

#bjj #jiujitsu #grappling #bjjpodcast

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May 19, 202301:10:23

#141 - The Art of Cutting Weight for BJJ: Tips, Tricks, and Tales

In this week's episode of Beyond Jiu Jitsu, your hosts Adam Childs and Kieren Lefevre are back to dish out some BJJ wisdom! 💡

Join the conversation as we discuss:

- Quick catch-up on what's been happening in their lives 🗣️

- The ins and outs of cutting weight for BJJ 🏋️‍♂️

- Kieren's nutrition expertise for effective weight cutting 🥦

- Common mistakes to avoid when shedding those pounds ❌

- A real-life example of a training partner who missed weight 🤼‍♂️

- Tips to ensure you don't end up in the same boat 🚣‍♂️

Whether you're a seasoned grappler or a BJJ newbie, this episode is jam-packed with helpful tips and tricks to help you effectively cut weight and perform at your best on the mats. Don't miss out on this chance to level up your game! 🚀 #jiujitsu #bjj #grappling #jiujitsulife 🎙️ Podcast Links: Patreon – https://rdar.li/patreon Submit a Question! – https://rdar.li/bjjq-a YouTube – https://rdar.li/bjjpodcast Spotify – https://rdar.li/bjjpodsp Apple Podcast – https://rdar.li/bjjpodap Instagram – https://rdar.li/bjjpodinsta Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ Jiujitsu Longevity & Performance Course – https://rdar.li/bjjcourse Kieren’s Socials: 💥 Instagram – https://rdar.li/kiereninsta 💥 TikTok – https://rdar.li/tiktok 💥 YouTube – https://rdar.li/kierenyt 💥 All Links – https://sleekbio.com/kieren-jiujitsu Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage

May 12, 202301:11:39

#140 - Ask a Black Belt Q&A 12, Big Man Jiujitsu, Ecological Training and more!

In this Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast episode, Adam and Kieren answer your questions!

We cover everything the struggles of being the "bigger person" in the training room, the risks involved with ecological training, getting strong for BJJ and much more!

Tune into this Q&A episode and get your jiujitsu ear candy for the week

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May 05, 202301:08:05

#139 - BJJ Stars Showdown and Lachlan Giles $100k Grant to Boost Aussie Jiu Jitsu

Join hosts Adam and Kieren in Episode 139 as they dive into the recent BJJ Stars event, exploring the controversy surrounding BJJ black belt superstar Kaynan's disqualification in his match against Mica Galvao for an illegal knee bar. The boys also discuss the generous $100k grant given to Lachlan Giles by a mysterious anonymous donor to help elevate Australian Jiu Jitsu. They'll share insights on the stipulations Lachlan Giles has put on the athlete grants, including his "no PED" rule, and what this could mean for the future of the sport down under. 🎙️ Podcast Links:

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Apr 28, 202301:03:55

#138 - Moving to Sweden & The Journey of a Blue Belt Coach

Welcome to Episode 138 of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast!

In this episode, Kieren shares his exciting decision to move to Sweden and the challenges he's faced in his journey to try and become a full-time Jiu Jitsu coach at the blue belt level. Adam and Kieren discuss the struggles of making your way through the ranks and the dedication it takes to turn your passion into a career.

Tune in for an inspiring and insightful conversation about pushing boundaries, overcoming obstacles, and the pursuit of Jiu Jitsu excellence. Don't miss this episode packed with valuable lessons and honest reflections!

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Apr 21, 202336:55

#137 - Canada Jiujitsu Adventures & Mica Galvao's Fall from Grace

Welcome to Episode 137 of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast!

This week, co-hosts Adam and Kieren take you on a wild ride, sharing stories from Kieren's recent trip to Canada where he trained with the renowned Jordan Teaches Jiujitsu. But that's not all! They also dive into the shocking steroid scandal involving Mica Galvao, and how the 2022 IBJJF World Championship title was stripped from him. Get ready for an episode filled with laughter, banter, and all things Jiu Jitsu.

Don't miss out on this entertaining and informative conversation!

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Apr 14, 202350:05

#136 - Is Rener Gracie a Sellout? The 46 Million Dollar Question

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast, we delve into a high-profile and tragic case in the world of BJJ. Our focus is on Rener Gracie's expert testimony in a legal case where a student, Jack Greener, was injured by his instructor, Francisco Iturralde, during a sparring session. This incident led to a neck injury that left Jack quadriplegic with severe and permanent injuries. The case resulted in a payout of 46 million dollars. We explore the details of the case, including the events leading up to the sparring session and the legal proceedings that followed. We also discuss the implications of this case for the BJJ community and the importance of safety measures in training. Join us as we unpack the nuances of this heartbreaking incident and its aftermath in the world of Jiujitsu.

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Apr 05, 202356:49

#135 - Subversion Aftermath and Updates from the Great North

"#135 - Subversion Aftermath and Updates from the Great North" In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast co-hosts Kieren and Adam talk all things Subversion, featuring the now infamous "Pez Dispenser" Submission from Josh Saunders, and updates from Kieren's time in Canada the Jordan from "Jordan Teaches Jiujitsu". Tune in for your weekly jiujitsu banter fix, the boys have got you covered. 🎙️ Podcast Links: Patreon – https://rdar.li/patreon Submit a Question! – https://rdar.li/bjjq-a YouTube – https://rdar.li/bjjpodcast Spotify – https://rdar.li/bjjpodsp Apple Podcast – https://rdar.li/bjjpodap Instagram – https://rdar.li/bjjpodinsta Kieren’s Best Stuff: ✅ Kieren's Coaching - https://bit.ly/12weekbjj ✅ Jiujitsu Longevity & Performance Course – https://rdar.li/bjjcourse Kieren’s Socials: 💥 Instagram – https://rdar.li/kiereninsta 💥 TikTok – https://rdar.li/tiktok 💥 YouTube – https://rdar.li/kierenyt 💥 All Links – https://sleekbio.com/kieren-jiujitsu Adam’s Socials: ⭐ Instagram – https://rdar.li/vantinsta ⭐ Vantage Jiu Jitsu Sydney – https://rdar.li/vantage

Mar 24, 202301:24:57

#134 - Topic Smash

Welcome to the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast with your co-hosts Kieren and Adam.

In this episode, which happens to be their first remote recording, they dive into a variety of topics in a fun and fast-paced smash-and-go format. From discussing the future of the podcast to exploring jiujitsu resilience and even touching on the controversial topic of "get your black belt quick" schemes, the lads cover it all.

Tune in for your weekly dose of jiujitsu banter and insights straight to your ears. This episode, #134 - Topic Smash, is also a special one as it's recorded remotely for the first time in preparation for Kieren's upcoming move to Sweden.

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Mar 17, 202350:55

#133 - Canada Eh?

Welcome to episode #133 of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast, where cohosts Kieren Lefevre and Adam Childs discuss Kieren's upcoming trip to Canada to work with Jordan Teaches Jiujitsu. We dive into Kieren's game plan to avoid getting too beat up during his training, as well as breaking through jiujitsu plateaus. We explore how teaching has helped Kieren level up his game and provide insights on how to overcome common obstacles in your jiujitsu journey. Join us for this exciting episode of Beyond Jiu Jitsu - Canada Eh?

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Mar 10, 202354:35

#132 - Who Hurt Gordon Ryan?

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast, cohosts Kieren Lefevre and Adam Childs discuss the recent Who's Number One jiujitsu event and the unexpected turn of events when Nicky Rod stepped up to replace Gordon Ryan in the main event against Filipe Pena. We also delve into the controversy surrounding Gordon Ryan's social media antics and how they may be affecting his reputation despite his status as the world's greatest grappler. Don't miss out on this episode of Beyond Jiu Jitsu - Who Hurt Gordon Ryan.

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Mar 03, 202346:06

#131 - The Truth About Ecological Jiujitsu: Why It's Hyped Up but Falls Short

Have you heard of ecological jiujitsu? It's been making waves lately, but does it really live up to the hype? In this episode of Beyond Jiu Jitsu, co-hosts Adam Childs and Kieren Lefevre take a deep dive into this teaching method and how it applies to jiujitsu. They discuss why it's gained popularity, but also why it ultimately falls short. With their signature banter and insightful analysis, they uncover the truth about ecological jiujitsu and its limitations in the world of martial arts.

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Feb 26, 202301:02:48

#130 - Ask a Black Belt Q&A 11, Competing, How to Advance and more!

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast Adam and Kieren answer your questions! We cover everything from competition highlights, how to advance your position, what to do against more experienced opponents, and much more!

Tune into this Q&A episode and get your jiujitsu ear candy for the week 💪🏽

Thank you to everyone who submitted a question:

Aaron

Lewis

Ben

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Feb 17, 202355:16

#129 - Subvert or Submit - The Ultimate Jiujitsu Superfight

In this episode of the beyond Jiu Jitsu podcast the boys talk to George Hanlan and Mat Morris, the masterminds behind Australia’s premier jiujitsu event Subversion. The conversation covers everything from the upcoming Subversion Superfight Equinox, 18 March 23, Australia’s rising stars in the jiujitsu world, and so much more. From humble beginnings to FloGrappling Subversion has taken the world by storm.

#bjj #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #bjjlifestyle

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Feb 10, 202357:22

#128 - What I learned from John Danaher

In episode 128 of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast, co-hosts Kieren and Adam dive into Kieren's recent experience at a John Danaher seminar. They discuss the innovative techniques and concepts taught by the legendary BJJ coach and delve into the technical details. Additionally, the pair provides an in-depth look into the future of the Danaher team's New Wave Jiujitsu and the prospects of Gordon Ryan competing in the gi in late 2023.

Don't miss this informative and exciting episode!

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Feb 03, 202301:44:51

#127 - Position Series 4: Guard

Welcome to Beyond Jiu Jitsu, your go-to source for all things BJJ.

In episode #127 of the show, Kieren and Adam dive into the fourth installment of our Position Series, focusing on the Guard. They discuss broad guard concepts, retention, and tactics, as well as share some drills to help improve your retention. Adam also goes into detail discussing the laser beam technique and the importance of inverting for guard retention. Join us as we take you beyond the basics and into the advanced techniques of BJJ. Don't miss this episode of Beyond Jiu Jitsu!

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Jan 27, 202355:56

#126 - The Reality of Jiujitsu

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast co-hosts Kieren and Adam talk about the reality of jiujitsu and the difficulty of belt progression. Jiujitsu belt progression is a grind and requires significant commitment. Kieren and Adam discuss the importance of having realistic expectations when it comes to progressing through the ranks of jiujitsu. They also talk about the different strategies that can be employed to ensure you stay motivated and focused on your jiujitsu journey.

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Jan 20, 202301:04:59

#125 - Position Series 3: Side Control

In this episode of "Beyond Jiu Jitsu," co-hosts Kieren and Adam dive into the world of side control, discussing the pros and cons of the position. They explore attacking and defending from side control, as well as transitioning to other positions. The co-hosts also discuss Craig Jones' recent controversial comments about side control top being a bad position. Join Kieren and Adam as they break down the ins and outs of side control and share their insights and experiences with this important position.

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Jan 13, 202301:02:21

#124 - Jiu Jitsu Banter: Talking 2023 Strategies

This episode was a last-minute change to the regular positional series, but Adam and Kieren couldn't resist the opportunity to talk about their 2023 goals in Jiu Jitsu. Adam shares his plans to get back to training after an injury, while Kieren discusses his goal to move to Sweden and improve his guard game.

The co-hosts cover a wide range of topics as they banter and share their insights on what it takes to succeed on the mat in the new year. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or just starting out in the sport, this episode is sure to offer valuable tips and inspiration for your own Jiu Jitsu journey.

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Jan 06, 202358:47

#123 - Positional Series 2: Mount

Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast Ep.123 - Positional Series 1: Mount

In the second episode in the Jiujitsu Positional Series, Adam and Kieren talk about the mount.

The episodes follow the structure:

Intro

Concepts

Attacking

Defending

Resources

Closing Thoughts

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Dec 16, 202255:07

#122 - BJJ Positional Series 1: Back Mount

In the first installment of the new positional series, we take a deep dive look at back control.

This position is arguably the best position in Jiujitsu.

The episodes follow the structure of:

Intro
Concepts
Attacking
Defending
Resources
Closing Thoughts

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Dec 09, 202257:07

#121 - Get Strong for BJJ From Home

You want to get strong for BJJ but you don’t want to join a gym… No worries, we’ve got you covered.

In this episode, Adam and Kieren talk about how to adapt their top 5 lifts for BJJ for a home gym and recommend the equipment you’ll need to get the job done. If you missed Episode 117 - Top 5 Lifts for BJJ, get onto it as it compliments this well.

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Dec 02, 202252:51

#120 - Ask a Black Belt Q&A 10: Mental Games, Cardio, How to Learn + more

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast, we have a whole host of questions! We cover everything from competition mindset, conditioning for BJJ, dealing with people who are “against” you doing jiujitsu in your life and so so much more!

Tune into this MONSTER episode and get your jiujitsu ear candy for the week 💪🏽

Thank you to everyone who submitted a question:

Crissy

Joe

Riley

Dylan

Henri

Aaron

Dan

Jeff

Andrei

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Nov 25, 202202:01:43

#119 - Training BJJ Around Europe, Business and Banter feat. Andres

In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast, we are joined by a special guest, Andres.

Andres is not only our friend, training partner, and BJJ Brown Belt he is also our business advisor and he leads a pretty amazing life. He recently came back from a 12-month trip around Europe where he visited 12 different BJJ gyms. We spoke about Andres’ experience at all the different gyms with plenty of banter sprinkled throughout.

#jiujitsu #bjj #brazilianjiujitsu #jiu-jitsu

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Nov 18, 202201:47:39