Bjjbrick Podcast- Bjj, Jiu-jitsu, Mma, Martial Arts, No-gi And Good Times!

This episode we talk about using stratagem in your BJJ. We talk about: What to do in a hemmed in situation Different ways to disrupt someone's plan Stratagem vs Strategy Different forms of Generalship Avoid dulling your blade How a coach can bring misfortune upon the students The start of a short bjjbrick podcast that is more frequent BjjBrick Shop Your First Year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Six BJJ Training Games to Play While Rolling Your support is appreciated on Patreon  

This episode we talk about The Art of War by Sun Tzu. We cover how BJJ relates to chapter 2 waging war. We talk about the cost and benefits of doing BJJ. We talk about: The art of war chapter to and Jiu-jitsu The art of war chapter 2 can be found here https://suntzusaid.com/book/2 Paragraph 1 Sun Tzu said: In the operations of war, where there are in the field a thousand swift chariots, as many heavy chariots, and a hundred thousand mail-clad soldiers Paragraph 2 When you engage in actual fighting, if victory is long in coming, then men's weapons will grow dull and their ardor will be damped. If you lay siege to a town, you will exhaust your strength. Paragraph 5 Thus, though we have heard of stupid haste in war, cleverness has never been seen associated with long delays. Paragraph 17 Therefore in chariot fighting, when ten or more chariots have been taken, those should be rewarded who took the first. BjjBrick Shop Your First Year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Six BJJ Training Games to Play While Rolling

This episode we talk about The Art of War by Sun Tzu. We cover how BJJ relates to chapter 1 of the art of war. We talk about: The idea of BJJ and human chess Your strategy starts with your training, your instructors, your study Choose your pathway, do you want to be a guard player, leg lock specialist (with a specialty in straight ankle), a scrambler, control fighter.  This is like choosing your weapons (sword, spear, archery, shield, horses) Are you able to gain access to your game? Are you able to gain an advantage with your game plan? What instructor has the most ability? Paragraph 13 ch 1 Things to look for in an instructor Having Discipline enforced on the mats Changing Plans Paragraph 17 ch 1 Tournament match ups are hard to predict. You may be required to be an aggressive guard player, elite wrestler, point fighter, and tricky new guard system all in the same day. All warfare is based on deception. Paragraph 18 ch 1 We conclude by taling about laying plans off the mat. And asking for you to let us kn

This episode we learn from the best to help our growth and performance in BJJ. The 10 Rules Keep working hard Ignite the fire Be different Fail your way to success Have high expectations Be positive Be who you were born to be Have a vision Stop making excuses Practice Links: BjjBrick Shop Your First Year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Six BJJ Training Games to Play While Rolling Your support is appreciated on Patreon Quote of the show: “Winning is fun, but those moments that you can touch someone’s life in a very positive way are better.” Tim Howard The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod

This episode we will help you if your game is not living up to your expectations. We talk about: Having no long term focus Playing the wrong game Playing parts of games that don't fit together No ownership in your own development You are not training with someone who is worse, same and better than you No funnel to get to your system Trying to learn too much stuff BJJ is working fine it is just a difficult activity Byron's deer hunting experiences Gang fights in Gary's neighborhood Gary and Joe washing blood off their driveways Links: BjjBrick Shop Your First Year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Six BJJ Training Games to Play While Rolling Your support is appreciated on Patreon Quote of the episode: "Working hard for something we don't care about is called stressed; working hard for something we love is called passion." -Simon Sinek Article of the episode: The Ultimate Guide to Arthritis in BJJ & how to prevent it The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for 

This episode we talk about getting back on the mats after some time off. I could be an injury or life situation has kept you away. We want to help your return to the mats be smooth. We talk about: Start prepping your body for your return Set realistic expectations Don't go past your limits Going to 2-3 classes a week Expect it to be challenging Expect to hear "what happened to you" Links: BjjBrick Shop Your First Year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Six BJJ Training Games to Play While Rolling Your support is appreciated on Patreon Quote of the week: “There is a difference between something catastrophic and something that is uncomfortable. If something is catastrophic you tap. If something is uncomfortable, you have to find a way out” John Danaher Article of the week: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, and Mixed Martial Arts Injuries Presenting to United States Emergency Departments, 2008-2015 The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod

This month we talk about popular ideas in BJJ what at least one of us will disagree with. We talk about: Leg locks are too dangerous Takedowns are not safe for old guys You need to train 3 times a week to get better You can’t get better without competing Get in shape before you start BJJ Pulling guard is not good BJJ Coaches not rolling or coaches that get tapped out All cops should be purple belts Athletes are great to learn from When I get ____ I will be good at BJJ You can’t teach heart 10,000 hour rule Pressure is a good submission Kicking someone’s butt in BJJ is a good way to vent frustrations Links: BjjBrick Shop Your First Year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Six BJJ Training Games to Play While Rolling Your support is appreciated on Patreon Quote of the week: “When you realize you are no longer made of glass, you lose the desire to demonstrate that fragility in others.” Chris Matakas Article of the week: https://bjjtribes.com/can-anyone-become-a-bjj-black-belt/ The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher

This week we talk about the conventional wisdom you often hear in BJJ. Here are some things we cover don't chase the next belt don't chase gym wins, there's no substitute for mat time, position before submission, always win the grip fight technique beats size and strength a black belt is a white belt that did not quit iron sharpens iron (ABC) Always Be Choking I am a shark and the mat is my water guard pulling is for wimps not tapping from pressure no base no case Links: BjjBrick Shop Your First Year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Six BJJ Training Games to Play While Rolling Your support is appreciated on Patreon Quote of the week: “Winning doesn’t always mean being first. Winning means you’re doing better than you’ve done before.” Bonnie Blair Speed Skater. Gary can't get enough of Bonnie   Article of the week: https://bjjtribes.com/when-you-should-switch-your-bjj-gym/ The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod

This episode we talk about the basics, fundamentals and principles of Jiu-Jitsu. Joe after getting his Brown Belt   Jits Fundamentals 5 Basic BJJ Movements Beginners Need To Perfect Jiu Jitsu Principles: The Complete List [51 BJJ Concepts] Check out Byron’s appearance on The Chasen Life Podcast Other links: BjjBrick Shop Your First Year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Six BJJ Training Games to Play While Rolling Your support is appreciated on Patreon Quote of the week: “You can practice shooting eight hours a day, but if your technique is wrong, then all you become is very good at shooting the wrong way. Get the fundamentals down and the level of everything you do will rise.” Michael Jordan The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod

This week episode we will talk about scientifically methods to improve your BJJ. Here are the links we reference Warm up with “RAMP” Raise, Activate & Mobilise, Potentiate https://www.scienceforsport.com/warm-ups/ Nutrient info Pre Training, During Training, After Training https://www.jiujitsubrotherhood.com/blogs/blog/nutrient-timing-for-grapplers Develop Explosive Power https://www.trainheroic.com/blog/4-scientifically-proven-ways-to-develop-explosive-power-and-how-to-program-each/ Improve skill https://www.active.com/fitness/articles/6-sports-science-studies-to-help-you-improve-athletic-skills Learn better https://www.thebestcolleges.org/17-scientifically-proven-ways-to-study-better-this-year/ #7 and #13 Attain Self-confidence https://www.thejakartapost.com/life/2017/11/30/eight-scientifically-proven-ways-to-attain-self-confidence.html Links: BjjBrick Shop Your First Year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Six BJJ Training Games to Play While Rolling Your support is appreciated on Patreon Quote of the week: “Go

This week we cover a bunch of stuff including BJJ and the streets. We talk about: BJJ for the streets Being aware of your surroundings How BJJ can help you in a fight How BJJ can keep you from fighting So famous BJJ fighters that have been in a street fight MMA and BJJ Being street smart on the mats Links: BjjBrick Shop Your First Year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Six BJJ Training Games to Play While Rolling Your support is appreciated on Patreon Quote of the week: “Hire character. Train skill.” -Peter Schutz Article of the week: Learn To Skateboard At 40 Or 50: You Can Do It Too The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod

This episode we bring you an interview with Alvin Tillman. Alvin is the BTT coach in Sugar Land Tx and a coach of Warriors for Christ BJJ. We talk about: Links: Warriors For Christ BJJ and Fitness BjjBrick Shop Your First Year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Six BJJ Training Games to Play While Rolling Your support is appreciated on Patreon Quote of the week: Playing the hand you have Article of the week: How to Deal with Your Stress During the Pandemic When You Cannot Grapple? The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod

This week we talk about some common and simple combinations we have been using in BJJ. Systems are a bit more involved and require a bit more development for your game. If you are not using combinations and systems you should strive to get them in your game. We talk about: We define combinations and systems as they relate to BJJ Our first combinations that worked for us What we are currently doing Links: BjjBrick Shop Your First Year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Six BJJ Training Games to Play While Rolling Your support is appreciated on Patreon Quote of the week:"The best way to predict your future is to create it." Abraham Lincon Article of the week: 6 Most Common Reasons People Quit BJJ Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod

This week we have an interview with Alec Baulding. Alec is a ADCC East Coast trials winner, and also preforms at a high level in the gi. We talk about: How he can do both gi and no-gi at a high level His DVD on keeping your guard Playing to your body type His teaching style Around 1h 17 min we talk about the future of the BjjBrick Podcast and some changes we will be making. Links: Keeping the Guard on Bjj Fanatics Alec on Instagram BjjBrick Shop Your First Year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Six BJJ Training Games to Play While Rolling Your support is appreciated on Patreon Quote of the week: “Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it.” Charles R Swindoll Article of the week: Why are you paying so much for your kid to train jiu jitsu? Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod

This week we have an interview with Keith Krikorian. Keith is known for having a dynamic game. He shares some great insights into BJJ in this interview. We talk about: Being mentally tough during a match Being a fulltime student and ADCC competitor Doing the absolute division Dealing with a loss Making a 50 Technique Tutorial Tips for new students Links: 50-Technique Tutorial For Just $2 BjjBrick Shop Your First Year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Six BJJ Training Games to Play While Rolling Your support is appreciated on Patreon Quote of the week: “Taking care of yourself makes you stronger for everyone in your life … including you.” Kelly Rudolph Article of the week: Rolling Vs Drilling Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod

This week we talk about BJJ belts and the meaning they have. We share some stories, and offer a bit of advice. We talk about: Joe plays a little guitar Getting our blue belts Giving black belts to people under 18 The age and size factor Someone under the age of 18 getting their black belt Should you be able to teach BJJ Being able to hang with the same belts Why some instructors do belt tests Links: BjjBrick Shop Your First Year of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Six BJJ Training Games to Play While Rolling Your support is appreciated on Patreon Quote of the week: “Beware of the man with one gun, for surely he will know how to use it.” Attributed to Clint Smith Article of the week: The Top 5 Reasons Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Is So Popular Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod