Episode 31 : Why do we Quit?!

In this gripping episode, we take you on a thrilling journey through the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) as Richard Roman, a dedicated white belt, steps onto the tournament mat for the very first time. Join us as we dive deep into the highs, lows, and unexpected twists of this unforgettable experience. Richard shares the nerves, excitement, and preparation leading up to the tournament, providing valuable insights for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike. With candid interviews and expert analysis, we unravel the physical and mental challenges of competition, and how BJJ's philosophy of resilience and technique played a pivotal role in Richard's performance. Expect heart-pounding moments, strategic breakdowns, and a firsthand account of the camaraderie that makes the BJJ community so unique. Whether you're a BJJ enthusiast or simply love tales of personal triumph, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and discover how Richard's first BJJ tournament transformed them, both on and off the mat. It's a story of dedication, perseverance, and the power of stepping out of your comfort zone. Join us as we roll, grapple, and celebrate this unforgettable milestone in Richard's martial arts journey.

Today we are talking about Bradley Martyn telling professional fighters that he can beat all of them in a fight. Bradley Martin is 6'3" 260lbs. He thinks his height and weight will help him tap any BJJ practitioner or beat any mma fighter in a real fight. We also discuss some weight cutting myths and routines. Thanks for listening.

Today we are discussing bjj quitters. Brandon and I know of the joke of when someone receives their blue belt they quit. Being Blue belts we could have quit multiple times but we haven't, so we discuss all the excuses we have heard from quitters. Thank you for listening.

Today we have my friend Brandon a Former SRO Police officer. Brandon was my first drilling partner when i started Brazilian jiu-jistu. He is Blue Belt under Rafa Santos from the Carlson Gracie lineage. I grill him about the importance of training bjj as a police officer, and whether it should be mandatory for police forces to train. He brings up some training scenarios in which BJJ could have helped the trainee, and also some crazy stories while he was on patrol. Thank you for listening.

Today we discuss Elon Musk potentially grappling Mark Zuckerberg in a BJJ match. Also we discuss some official WWE films and whether UFC should have a films department. We bring up some past WWE movies, and think of some UFC movies with UFC athletes. Thank you for listening.

Today we are talking about jiu-jitsu burn out. We all get tired but that not what we mean by being burned out. We are talking about when you need a week or more off from class. Sometimes we get in a slump or get mentally frustrated with drills and rolls and all need a break. Have any of you been burned out from BJJ before? Thank you for listening.

We are finally back!! Today I have Richard back to talk about the disparity in BJJ. We discuss the price of training, and how if it were cheaper a broader range of students would train. Richard talks about how in his youth he feel into some criminal times, and how BJJ could have kept him away from crime. Thank you for listening.

Today we have Richard back.  We discuss Fight Pass Invitational 3, Orlando Sanchez passing away and some more grappling stories.  I asked a question about which rule set is harder to compete in, Black belt rules or White belt rules.  Which do  you think is better rule set to compete in? 

Today we have a special guest, my friend Richard.  Richard trains at my school and has an amazing story of how Jiu Jitsu has saved his life.  We get serious in this episode, as we both have lost close family members to cancer.  Thank you for listening and we hope this episode helps you in any way.

I made it!!!!  Jose got his blue belt and Dristin got his brown belt.  Today we discuss the belt promotion day and the gauntlet. Will Jose quit now that he is a blue belt?  Listen to find out.