The Chewjitsu Podcast

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Episode 54 - Strength & Conditioning Coach Joe Clark Jul 08, 2019

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On this episode, we are joined by Strength & Conditioning coach Joe Clark.

Joe is the co-owner of Derby City MMA and Chewy's business partner. He is also a former body builder, holds five state records in Olympic Lifting, and is the co-creator of the "Grappling Power Program" (a strength training program developed for Jiu-Jitsu athletes).

On this episode we discuss how Joe got his start in lifting and strength training, how he started working at Derby City MMA and eventually became a co-owner of the gym, training BJJ, and the importance of strength training in performance and injury-prevention.

Q&A starts at (56:00) and topics covered include mat fees, best lifts for BJJ, how cycling can help cardio for BJJ, what Chewy looks in a BJJ instructor, 1 Rep Max vs. 3 Rep Max, Heart Rate Variability (HRV), the importance of strengthening training for men vs. women, is "old man strength" real, and much more.

Episode 53 - Echo Charles Jul 01, 2019

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On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Echo Charles from The Jocko Podcast.

Echo is a Jiu-Jitsu brown belt under Dean Lister, he is the co-host of The Jocko Podcast, and is also a videographer.

Echo shares his start in jiu-jitsu, how injuries led him to starting videography, and how The Jocko Podcast started.

Make sure to listen to the entire podcast to hear from a "special guest" that joins the show.

Episode 52 - The Necessity Of Mistakes In Jiu-Jitsu Jun 21, 2019

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On this episode of the podcast, Chewy starts with a ramble on what he would have told his younger self.

Chewy and Eugene share some of the mistakes they have made in jiu-jitsu and in life, the importance of making mistakes, and how to learn from and move past the mistakes.

Q&A (at 41 minutes) includes:

Chewy's thoughts on private lessons.

How to return to BJJ after a long lay off.

What is the "middle state" for training?

How important is aggressiveness in BJJ?

How to deal with shoulder injuries in BJJ.

How to train if you have one-sided weakness in your body due to a stroke.

How to deal with not having enough energy to train if you are an older grappler and work a lot.

How to get over a groin strain.

How to handle stress and anxiety before BJJ training.

Tips for a brand new BJJ white belt.

Episode 51 - BJJ Black Belt Brent Weedman Jun 17, 2019

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On this episode of the podcast we are joined by BJJ black belt, Judo black belt, Byakuren Kaikan Black Belt, and former professional MMA fighter Brent Weedman.

Brent discusses his start in martial arts, the early days of martial arts training and the first time he met Chewy, some of his most memorable fights in MMA, some of the mistakes he made when training for MMA, overcoming serious injuries, life after retirement from MMA and transitioning to becoming a coach, and working as a Fire Fighter.

Episode 50 - The Importance of Mentorship In Life and BJJ Jun 07, 2019

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On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss the impact and importance of mentorship in life and also in BJJ.

The Q&A starts at 46:00.

Episode 49 - BJJ Black Belt Kristian Woodmansee May 31, 2019

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BJJ Black Belt Kristian Woodmansee joins the podcast to discuss what its like to be a full-time jiu-jitsu competitor while also running a gym, what its like be the smaller guy at the gym, how he overcame training slumps, and his thoughts on the split between Keenan Cornelius and ATOS.

Episode 48 - How Fasting Affects BJJ Training/Training Around Injuries May 24, 2019

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Chewy answers a question about how fasting before BJJ training can effect your performance. Chewy also shares a few simple diet modifications that can help improve your energy and performance during jiu-jitsu training.

We also discuss various jiu-jitsu injuries and how to come back to training after injury, how to train around injuries, and how to train with an injured training partner.

We end the podcast with a Q&A session.

Episode 47 - Preparing For Your First BJJ Tournament May 17, 2019

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On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene go through a list of things you should know and do to prepare for your first jiu-jitsu tournament.

1.a. Commit to the tournament as early as possible.

1.b. Get familiar with the rules and format of the tournament.

2. Have a game plan or opening to the match.

3. Know the weight classes.

4. Bring proper equipment.

5.a. Be ready for unexpected events

5.b. Focus on things that you can control.

We also discuss weight-cutting for a tournament, diet for a tournament, when should you compete, and other useful tips.

The second half of the podcast is a Youtube live Q&A session.

Episode 46 - BJJ Black Belt Ruben Alvarez May 13, 2019

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Ruben is a BJJ black belt and Miami area police officer. Ruben discusses his start in jiu-jitsu, competing and training full time in jiu-jitsu prior to becoming a police officer, his transition to becoming a police officer, the difficulties that he encounters as a police officer, how jiu-jitsu has been beneficial in keeping himself and others safe. Ruben also discusses why many police officers are resistant to learning BJJ, how "Sport Jiu-Jitsu" and the tournament environment is useful for defense.

Episode 45 - Cameron Shayne May 06, 2019

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On this episode, we are joined by Cameron Shayne who is the founder of Budokon Mixed Movement Arts.

Cameron discusses his role in the training camp for BJJ World Champion and Bellator Middleweight title contender Rafael Lovato Jr.

Cameron also shares his philosophy on movement, the important components of his movement system, and how his system can improve function and reduce injury risk.

If you want to work with Cameron, check out www.budokon.com

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