The Chewjitsu Podcast

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Episode 44 - Build Courage Through Jiu-Jitsu Apr 28, 2019

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On this episode, we discuss how Jiu-Jitsu can help build courage, and how those lessons learned in BJJ can translate into confidence in other aspects of your life.

Episode 43 - Become the Grappler You Hate Apr 22, 2019

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On this episode, Chewy discusses how you can become a better grappler by "becoming the grappler you hate."

By training with and learning from training partners that challenge you the most, you will be forced to improve and evolve your BJJ game.

3:30 Chewy discusses not having a fixed schedule and how this benefits his productivity.

4:45 What is a movement meditation and what are its benefits.

19:00 Is it better to learn how to apply a technique or learn to defend it when learning a new technique?

31:00 Start of Q&A

31:30 Do heavier and stronger grapplers not get promoted as quickly as lighter weight grapplers?

35:30 Whats the most important thing to work on as a white belt?

37:30 What strength of Charlotte's Web CBD we use.

41:00 Is it offensive to ask a female training partner if you are going too rough with them?

45:00 Should the majority of your rolls be with training partners who are below your skill level?

48:00 As a more experienced white belt, should you "smash" the beginner white belts?

52:30 How to pick up the pace against bigger and stronger grapplers?

55:00 Should you strength train for BJJ?

1:01:00 How many times a week should you weight train?

1:05:00 What is the most dangerous submission?

1:10:00 Best submission to humble a wrestler?

1:13:45 Best advice for a first jiu-jitsu competition.

1:17:00 Book recommendations.

1:20:00 Chewjistu seminar information.

Episode 42 - How Techniques Spread In Jiu-Jitsu Apr 12, 2019

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On this episode, Chewy and Eugene Cover a variety of topics including:

-How techniques spread across Jiu-Jitsu.

-Why asking your training partner to teach you a technique they were able to use against you will help you both become better.

-Chewy's 3-Step process for incorporating new techniques into his Jiu-Jitsu game.

-The "ego" and why its a good thing for competitions and hard training sessions in BJJ.

-Our thoughts on accepting a tournament medal even if you lose.

-Chewy's most important piece of advice when putting out content on social media.

Episode 41 - BJJ Training Etiquette Apr 04, 2019

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On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss proper jiu-jitsu training etiquette, the importance of communicating with your training partners when on the mats, and Chewy addresses and responds to being called "The Softest Bitch In Jiu-Jitsu."

Episode 40 - Richie "Boogeyman" Martinez Mar 25, 2019

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We are joined on the podcast by 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Richie "Boogeyman" Martinez.

Richie talks about how he got started in jiu-jitsu, earning his black belt in under 4 years, opening his own gym, and what it was like competing at a high level.

Episode 39 - Certified Trainer Ethan Benda Mar 18, 2019

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Ethan is a Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Specialist In Performance Nutrition, and Jiu-Jitsu brown belt.

Ethan discusses diet for BJJ and performance, how to calculate how much to eat, his thoughts on different types of diets such as Keto and Vegan diets, his opinion on fasting, ideal body fat for performance, and why he recommends eating Pop-Tarts.

If you want to work with Ethan or get additional information check out his website bendafitnesscoaching.com

Episode 38 - The CBD Episode With Del From "Charlotte's Web" Mar 11, 2019

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On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Del from Charlotte's Web CBD.

On the podcast we discuss what CBD is, how it works, how CBD is responsibly sourced, and what are the positive effects on the body from taking CBD.

Below is a breakdown of the episode:

What makes Charlotte's Web CBD products different from the other brands?

How did the stigma about marijuana, CBD, and Hemp start and how to change the stigma.

Del shares how he got involved with Charlotte's Web. (14:00)

How does CBD work? (19:30)

What is the Endocannabinoid system in the body? (20:00)

What is the difference between CB1 and CB2 receptors? (20:50)

Consistency is one of the most important aspects to getting positive effects from CBD.

How CBD effects your sleep cycle.

How Charlotte's Web got started. (28:00)

Why is Charlotte's Web a reputable brand vs. CBD you buy at a gas station? (33:00)

What is the difference between full spectrum and broad spectrum CBD? (39:30)

Dosage and how long should you use CBD until you know if it will help you? (43:00)

The different products that Charlotte's Web offers and the best way to take CBD. (59:15)

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Episode 37 - Fix Your BJJ Training Rut With "Spring Cleaning" Mar 07, 2019

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We start the podcast with a Chewy ramble discussing how "Spring Cleaning" or clearing out clutter and allowing yourself to focus on a specific and few selected techniques during training can give you motivation and provide direction to improving your Jiu-Jitsu.

The podcast also includes a Youtube Live Q&A section with the following topics:

Why people are shy when walking into a new gym?

Should you work take downs on people your size or different sizes?

As a brand new blue belt, should I have a game plan or should I experiment?

What Chewy's thoughts are on flashy internet moves and if they work or not?

Advise for coaching kids?

Tips on starting a vlog.

How to work BJJ into your schedule if you are very busy?

Thoughts on training Judo and BJJ?

Should you try if you are ill?

What to expect from first No-Gi class?

Most effective techniques in Gi vs. No-Gi?

How to separate weight-training and jiu-jitsu?

How to ask your gym owner to help with gym fees if you can't afford them?

How music effects training intensity.

How to get decrease nervousness before jiu-jitsu class?

How do you know you are ready for your first competition?

This podcast was also recorded live on the Chewjitsu Youtube Channel https://youtu.be/ESVdLt5uPWY

Episode 36 - Belt Promotions In BJJ Mar 04, 2019

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On this episode Chewy and Eugene discuss belt promotions, what Chewy looks for before promoting a student to another belt, and the pressure of competition.

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