BJJ Strength Podcast
By Laurence Griffiths
BJJ Strength PodcastAug 31, 2019
#40 - Taking a break
A slightly different, but very quick episode to explain while I'll be taking a (hopefully temporary) break from the podcast to focus on a life long dream.
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#39 - BJJ Strength and Conditioning Coach Paul Browne
#38 - Rock climbing strength training applied to BJJ. Grip Strength & so much more.
#37 - Cameron Shayne on BJJ, martial arts, movement and life
Cameron Shayne is the founder of Budokon University, a multi faceted approach using martial arts and movement to become an incredible human being. We discuss BJJ, Yoga, movement, a philosophical approach to martial arts, his concept of Mind Science, Mental Jiu Jitsu and dive deep into the ‘mental’ pillars of his teaching system. I really think you’re going to love this episode!
Cameron on Instagram: @cameronshayne
Budokon University: http://budokon.com/
YouTube: Cameron Shayne
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#36 - Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization for Peak BJJ Performance
An interview with Dr Bob Newhalfen about the importance of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and overall physical performance. We talk about how being strong in DNS positions replicates the strength & stability that could apply to a BJJ guard, why a 6 pack….or 8 pack my not be a good thing, dangers of too external hip rotation and not enough internal rotation in BJJ fighters, a DNS approach to Yoga and mobility…..plus much more.
Dr Bob on Instagram: @motus_education
His site: https://motuseducation.com/
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#35 - 10 things I wish I'd known as a BJJ White Belt
Today I discuss 10 things I wished I’d known as a BJJ white belt, things I hope that can help you on your BJJ journey. The video I reference for training movements on your back https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gx2_kRR8xrg
- Good jiu jitsu is not nice
- Grips, grips, grips
- Pressure
- Be assertive
- Moving properly on the bottom
- Picking up the hips
- Principles
- Reverse engineering
- Taking notes
- Breathe
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#34 - Pro MMA fighter, BJJ Brown Belt and World Champion, AJ Jenkins
Interview with Pro MMA fighter, BJJ Brown Belt, BJJ Masters World Champion, strength & conditioning and kettlebell expert Aj Jenkins. Aj has a wealth of experience in fight game, as a fighter including appearances in Bellator, a strength and conditioning coach, wrestling at college and now even starting her career as an MMA referee. Enjoy!
Find Aj on:
Instagram: @ajjenkins22
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#33 - I'm still alive!
Find out where I've been and what I've been up to!
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https://www.amazon.com/Supertraining-Yuri-V-Verkhoshansky/dp/8890403810
#32 - Fight conditioning specialist, Matty Green
#31 - BJJ, Meditation, Yoga & Learning to Relax with Simon Alcantara
Today I speak with the multi talented, Yoga teacher, singer song writer, music teacher, Pain Management Clinician, BJJ practitioner and all around awesome guy, Simon Alcantara. We discuss Simon’s journey from being a self described “tense and angry” person, to the most chilled person I know. We talk about meditation, yoga and yoga for BJJ, mental health, learning to relax and so much more.
Find Simon on:
Instagram - @simonsolemusic
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/simohmyogimusic
Podcast - Simon’s Valley Trip
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#30 - Sustainable Paleo Eating, interview with BJJ Black Belt Joe Notebaert
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Mallorca BJJ Yoga Fest
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27 hours of BJJ in a weekend, interview with Maine Miller from The Grappling Rewind Podcast
Today I’m happy to bring you an interview with BJJ Purple Belt and Co-Host of the Grappling Rewind Podcast. We talk about Maine’s almost insane commitment to watch more grappling than maybe anyone on the planet and how that can sometimes mean watching 27 hours of footage in one weekend. We discuss different aspects, good and bad, of grappling competition formats, PEDs and the potential professional future of BJJ. Enjoy.
https://www.grapplingrewind.com/
Instagram: @grappling_rewind
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#28 - Being a beast at 50, with Strength Coach John Davis
John Davis is a BJJ Purple Belt with 20+ years experience as a strength coach across Track, American Football, Jiu Jitsu and MMA, having worked with some of the best in the business. Also, at 50, he will put most 21 years to shame on the mat with his physical prowess. We talk about how John has looked after his body to stay in great shape, the three pillars of his strength training philosophy, the difference between explosive and olympic style kettlebell lifts and much, much more.
John on Instagram @coachdaviscombatstrength
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#27 - Mobility & Myofascial with Scott Isley
Today is an interview with BJJ Brown Belt and founder of Mobilitas (https://www.mobilitas.store/), one of the leaders in myofascial release tools, Scott Isley. Hear how Scott first learned about self massage after relieving long term knee in just a few weeks, our discussion about a newly discovered (potentially) organ, plus his best advice on the way to improve mobility for BJJ.
Instagram: @mobilitas
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The realities of BJJ with The Grappling Dads
A hilarious and informative interview with Paul & Kip, aka The Grappling Dads. We chat about the realities of training BJJ when you have kids, a wife/husband, a demanding job, an ever growing list of injuries……and find out how Kip manages to perform on a diet consisting mainly of Lucky Charms.
Instagram: @grapplingdads
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#25 - Shot by a terrorist and getting back on the mats.
Today’s interview is with John Smith, BJJ Brown Belt, host of The Grappling Life Podcast and ex British Military. We hear John’s story of getting shot by a terrorist in late 2018 in Kabul Afghanistan, his mental and physical recovery and getting back to training BJJ after a major injury. We also discuss how specific military battle tactics can be applied to BJJ, plus much more.
John on Instagram: @the_grappling_life_podcast
The Grappling Life Podcast (Ep 61 for the Kabul attack)
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#24 - Drill To Kill. Solo drills for BJJ
Interview with BJJ Brown Belt, Matt Edgington, who specialises in improving your BJJ through the use of solo drills. We talk about how Matt used solo drills to improve his BJJ, when he was forced into a period of having no school, the unique benefits of solo drills you can’t get from drilling with a partner, plus his tips on how to bring solo drilling for BJJ into your routine.
Matt on Instagram:@the_jiujitsu_ronin
His Facebook Group: Jiu Jitsu Ronin’s Army
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#23 - Starting kettlebell training for BJJ
Want to start kettlebell training for BJJ? Well this is just the episode for you, covering what weight kettlebell to buy, what kettlebell exercises to start with for BJJ and a ready made program to follow.
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- Gripdeo review on YouTube
- Instagram @gripedotrainer
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Mallorca BJJ Yoga Fest
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- Instagram @mbjjyogafest
#22 - Peak Performance with the Enlightened Savage
Want Peak Performance for BJJ? Then let Michael tell you about the foundation you need to build to get the most out of your body. Dr Michael Stromsness is a BJJ Purple Belt, Chiropractor, Founder of the Triple R System and Neutrility, based in Carlsbad, California. Michael has worked with a wide array of athletes, across various sports and has some incredible knowledge in the getting the most out of your body on the mats and off the mats. We discuss the foundation of breathing and core activation, his 70/30 rule, his Triple R System, common problems in BJJ movement, plus much, much more...
Michael on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/enlightened_savage_101/?hl=en
His website https://www.neutrility.com/
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***Gripdeo review on YouTube*** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSx20W-elX8
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gripedotrainer/?hl=en
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Mallorca BJJ Yoga Fest
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#21 - BJJ Philosophy with Chris Matakas.
BJJ Philosophy with Chris Matakas. Chris is a BJJ Black Belt and author of 7 Jiu Jitsu books, but your typically Jiu Jitsu book. Chris’ books focus on Jiu Jitsu as a vehicle for self development and is someone that I would call, a Philosopher of BJJ. In today’s episode you’ll get Chris’ view on the Ego in BJJ, Axiomatic Phrases, why Chris got rid of his TV, 3 key areas how BJJ helps you be a better person, plus much more...
Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matakasbjj/?hl=en
Find Chris’ books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Chris-Matakas/e/B00HF96MQ0?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1548131081&sr=8-1
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#20 - BJJ Brown Belt, Atos HQ competitor, Pete O'Neal
Interview with BJJ Brown Belt, multiple IBJJF Gold Medalist, including 2016 Purple Belt European Champion, training full time out of Atos HQ San Diego, Pete O’Neal. A great interview where you’ll learn what its really like to be a full time BJJ competitor training out of one of the best academies in the world.
Find & follow Pete on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/peteoneal/?hl=en
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#19 - training BJJ after breaking your neck! Interview with BJJ Black Belt Joe Notebaert
Today I have an interview with Brown Belt Masters World Champion, who is now a Black Belt on the Roger Gracie Team, Joe Notebaert. Joe lives in Mallorca, Spain, where he teaches BJJ and is currently setting up the Mallorca BJJ & Yoga Festival for October 2019. We cover his approach to teaching BJJ, training BJJ after breaking your neck, Paleo eating….plus much more.
Follow the festival on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mallorca_bjj_and_yoga_festival/?hl=en
The festival website is https://www.mallorcabjjyogafest.com/
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- www.YouTube.com/BJJStrength
- www.Instagram.com/bjjstrength
#18 - Ross Nicholls
Find Ross here www.instagram.com/rossnichollsbjj/?hl=en
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- www.YouTube.com/BJJStrength
- www.Instagram.com/bjjstrength
#17 - non BJJ books that have helped my BJJ
#16 - Q&A episode
#15 - Strength & Conditioning for fighters with Matty Green
#14 - Mental Toughness, Kidnapping Cats & BJJ training on base in Afghanistan
#13 - Intermittent Fasting and BJJ
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#12 - movement beyond BJJ with Farid Herrera
#11 - BJJ grip strength training
#10 - Recovery for the BJJ athlete
Recovery article: www.bjjstrength.com/bjj-strength-blog/12-tips-for-jiu-jitsu-and-strength-training-recovery
Nutrition article: www.bjjstrength.com/bjj-strength-blog/7-nutrition-principles-for-jiu-jitsu-and-life
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#9 - Nutrition for the BJJ athlete
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#8 - Breath less to improve performance, recovery and health
This is an interview with Oxygen Advantage Founder, world leading breathing expert, Patrick McKeown. We talk about the above plus, why breathing light is breathing right, what a deep breath really means, why breathing is so important for BJJ and MMA, plus get Patrick's opinions on the Wim Hof Method and Training masks.....plus much more.
You can find Patrick at www.OxygenAdvantage.com and follow his work on @oxygenadvantage on Instagram.
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- Want to get incredible strength in 15 minutes 2x per week, visit www.bjjstrength.com/15minutestrength.html
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- Instagram.com/bjjstrength
#7 - BJJ Competition Preparation
APOLOGIES FOR THE AUDIO: this episode was recorded on the fly while driving to Vegas. A bit of an experiment, so the audio isn’t great….but hopefully the content is.
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#6 - Optimising training with bio-feedback and Omega Wave
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- Instagram.com/bjjstrength
- Facebook.com/BJJSandC
#5 - Top London Personal Trainer, BJJ Purple Belt, Jack Edwards
Jack shares his experiences combatting inflammatory bowel disease to stay healthy on the mats and off the mats. Learn about his unconventional training methods. Find out what he for 4 months while not training BJJ to come back feeler better than when he left. Get his top targets areas for mobility with any BJJ fighter. Also, hear him take the p*ss out of yours truly.
Find Jack on www.jackedwardsfitness.com/ and @jack_jitsu on Instagram
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#4 - Why is your fitness not improving?
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#3 - Bodyweight vs Weight Training for BJJ
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#2 - Motivation for BJJ training
#1 - Intro
In this first episode get to know the background of BJJ Black Belt host Laurence Griffiths. It's the first show, so apologies for the audio. I promise it gets better :)