Episode 334: Do you have a dedicated Competition Training Class at your Gym? Preparing for BJJ comps requires next level intensity to help simulate the big energy required to compete. Joey & JT discuss what you need to do to boost your rolls to be really prepared. Do you have tight ankles and find it hinders your ability to get low and shoot in to take people down. Ankle mobility can be the unlock to help improve your wrestling game and the boys unpack 3 key tips that will get you right.F...

Subscriber-only episodeHave you ever felt alone in a crowd or disconnected in your neighborhood, where houses stand close but people seem worlds apart? This episode peels back the layers of modern society's paradox of personal isolation in a world of hyper connectivity. Over a simple morning coffee, Joey came across an awkward social situation with some other parents when their kids interacted; despite the closeness of our homes, our money and privilege seems to be distancing us from each oth...

Episode 333: Do you get your car serviced regularly? Do you get a yearly check up at the Doctor? Funnily enough we BJJ Folks never do this when it comes to our physical function for rolling. Many of us do not want to know just how bad our injuries and accumulated damage is so we just ignore it until it's so bad we can't function. But what if it didn't have to come to this? JT & Joey are working a check up, a physical assessment that can let you know where you are at and then what to do ab...

Subscriber-only episodeDo you play tennis, squash maybe even pickle ball? There are many great and fun hobbies but that does not mean it translates to better BJJ. "But I heard it's good for hand eye coordination?" It doesn't help when someone is sitting on your chest crushing you into submission. Now if you have played Rugby or American Football and have spent years tackling people to the ground and holding them there- this is a translatable skill that will definitely help your take down game...

Episode 332: Have you got Injury One-itis? Got that first big BJJ injury that you are struggling to deal with. When major injury strikes, it can really take over your life- but what can we do to get over this? A major part of getting through the process of rehabbing an Injury is not Catastrophising the situation: making it seem worse then it actually is. JT & Joey examine where you need to start, you must find out the nature of your injury and exactly how bad is it? Next step is having a ...

Episode 331: Are you always getting injured even though you do the right things? If you are someone who is constantly injured what the heck can you do about it. The Bulletproof boys bring some alternative answers that you may not expect. Friend of the podcast Pablo dislocated his shoulder and is not sure when is the right time to get back to training BJJ, so JT & Joey give a guideline on how to know when you are ready. Return caller Rae talks about dealing with Bursitis of the hip and get...

Subscriber-only episodeIt may be hard to believe but JT & Joey do not live together. They come from very different parts of the Sydney, they are also very different people privately and publicly. This discussion goes deeper on their relationship, their personalities and how this impacts the podcast. From how often they train together to the social dynamic of Joey's private training group the boys open up about how they balance their friendship with business.

Have you ever been Disqualified at a Jiu-jitsu comp? JT & Joey recount the messy and funny tales of competitors like John Combs and Bill "The Grill" Cooper, whose quests for glory took unexpected turns, and talk about what it means to be combat-ready and how even the prepared can be caught off guard. The boys break down the biological brawl that leads to lactic acid overload. We navigate the surprising and sometimes downright hilarious world of Jiu-Jitsu DQs - because sometimes, the...

Episode 329: Have you ever had a Private Lesson with your coach? Are they the secret sauce to boosting your skills, or just another checkbox for moving up the ranks? JT & Joey discuss the potential growth that comes from one-on-one sessions but also the ethical questions that arise when gyms link them to belt progression. With countless online platforms has this form of training lost some of it's appeal as more people learn BJJ on their laptop and phone. From it's original roots...

Subscriber-only episode2 Weeks ago a big call was made by JT " The Oracle" Tenacity. He put together an argument based on many seemingly unconnected clues scattered across the internet.He claims to know who is the next power player in the world of Competition Grappling. Some one who is about to shake up the whole industry combat sports- potentially for the better. From the high life of Abu Dhabi to the back streets of Mexico then back to the rice fields of Bali a change is in the air! If you ...

Episode 328: Do you have a special warm up you do before Competing? Do you psyche yourself up or need to calm your nerves? JT & Joey discuss the importance of mobility checks, why elevating body temperature is crucial, and which specific exercises set the stage for victory. This conversation is not just theory; it's a practical guide complete with personal anecdotes and proven strategies that will help both newcomers and veteran grapplers alike. Having your body ready to roll at 100% inte...

Subscriber-only episodeEver been side-lined by a BJJ Knee injury? Joey pulls back the curtain on finding the right healthcare guru for your injury and the unexpected journey of rehab—one that's filled with as much laughter as there is pain. Navigating Australia's healthcare system sometimes feels like a sport in itself, and not the fun kind. The second half of the conversation goes into the complexities surrounding MRI scans, Medicare, and the sometimes laughable experiences at bulk bil...

Episode 327: Do you get Anxious about rolling and competing? Do find yourself constantly criticising yourself with negative self talk? This is actually not helping you just do the thing- get better at BJJ. Managing your self talk and your psychological approach to the pressures of BJJ is key to your long term success. Both JT & Joey have had their own battles with managing their minds and have had very different journeys taking different approaches to getting their heads straight. There i...

Episode 326: Have you ever hurt your ankle? Popped some ligaments but never did anything to fix it? BJJ folks are famous for not tapping to ankle locks which results in damage and ultimately some issues in life off the mats! JT and Joey explain how having a "dodgy" ankle can really mess up many other parts of your athletic ability - squatting, jumping and running. They then go deep on the exact steps you need to follow in order to rehab your stiff ankles and gradually build back strength and ...

Subscriber-only episodeIs it time to stop doing BJJ or is it time to pick up the pace? When you fall out of the habit of doing anything, studying, playing sport, creating art or practicing BJJ you start caring less. The intent you bring to your practice of BJJ starts to fall away if you are not placing a serious importance on what it means to you, without the regularity it's much easier to let it slip. If you spend more time around people who don't care about BJJ this attitude will rub off on...

Episode 325: Do you have long legs, love closed guard and triangle chokes? Maybe you have shorter limbs and play using more Half Guard or X-Guard? Body type and limb length was never discussed in the earlier days of BJJ but it does have a big impact on the way you play the Jiu-Jitsu game. In MMA the tale of the Tape, height, weight and reach - Arm span are all factors that can give you an advantage. This holds true for BJJ but no one is talking about it. You might be playing a type of BJJ gam...

Subscriber-only episodeJoey reveals Eat To Win: The Culinary Lifestyle for flavour and function! We discuss Joey's new spin a classic mince dish- Chicken Larb! Strap in as we take your taste buds on a wild ride with jasmine rice—trust us, it's not just for curries anymore. Discover how toasting this humble grain can transform your meals with an added crunch that's simply irresistible. And for the guys who've been flexing their culinary muscles, get ready to explore the world of mince in ways ...

Episode 324: Want to elevate your Strength forJiu-Jitsu? JT & Joey discuss the transformative power of "GRIT" the Ultimate Sandbag Training Program. Guaranteed to boost your strength for BJJ , this episode guides you through selecting the right sandbag weight, which is crucially around 40-50% of your own body weight, and the art of no-gi grips that translate for hard rolls. They break down the nuances of sandbag training, breathing and bracing plus a firm grip are key to mastering this dy...

Episode 323: What time of day do you train Jiu-Jitsu? There are 3 major class times that BJJ folks fall into, each has it's benefits and potential downsides. Early Morning Movers, the Lunch time Killers and the Night time ninjas. For you it may be a simple decision of where the heck can I just fit in my training? But if you haven't tried training at other times in the day you might be missing out. Whatever your work schedule might be JT & Joey explain why training at a different time in t...

Subscriber-only episodeJT "The Oracle" Tenacity gives us a glimpse into a future where the mats of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu are drenched in the sweat of innovation, and your personal coach might just be a hologram of a BJJ legend like Andre Galvao. This isn't science fiction, it's the reality we're unearthing in our latest episode, where we explore the marriage of cutting-edge technology with the timeless art of jiu-jitsu. Imagine receiving real-time feedback from a virtual Kade Rotolo as you perf...

Episode 322: Does your school have a strict uniform policy? Maybe your coach doesn't care what brand you wear. Uniform is a solid part of the BJJ Gym business but also helps bond the team together. But if you can't choose where you buy your Gi and rash guards is that fair or just another hidden scam within Jiu-Jitsu culture? There are arguments on both sides for and against uniform policies.A big team showing up to a competition unified and all wearing the same brand and colours looks profess...

Subscriber-only episode Recently Joey has been on a quest to restore some of his Grandfather's chisels. This has led to a new appreciation for what it takes to maintain and use the tools. The mediative practice of sharpening the blades all the way through to importance tools have played in our human evolution. This is a slightly deeper conversation around, meaning, purpose and building something.

Episode 321: Have you heard of Cossack Squats? The Bulletproof Boys believe this to be the ultimate leg exercise for BJJ! It develops amazing lower body strength and flexibility at the same time. What starts out looking like a Kung Fu inspired stretch movement evolves into one of the most advanced weighted squat variations you can perform. JT & Joey explain how mastering the Cossack Squat will improve your passing game and balance for BJJ top game while also building crazy flexibility in...