In this episode we talk about the man who not only had a successful fighting career, but has also coached and mentored some of the biggest names in jiu jitsu.
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We conclude this series by focusing on trends in jiu jitsu.
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The Gracies and Jiu Jitsu were well known in Brazil through most of the 20th century. However, it took someone with exceptional drive, foresight, and charisma to introduce the rest of the world to an obscure, yet effective martial art. This episode is about Rorion Gracie. Besides being a red belt, he is cofounder of the UFC and responsible for bringing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to a mainstream audience.
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Enjoy this last Quarantine episode because next we’re back to our old format! This week we discuss:
Being too passing when rolling
Relying too heavily of offense
Size discrepancy in a fight
Human vs the animal jiu jitsu
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In jiu jitsu it’s easy to be comfortable on the ground, but what about on your feet? A lot of the jiu jitsu community today isn’t confident in their ability to fight on their feet. Why is this? What caused this and how can we learn to embrace engaging while standing up?
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It’s time to wrap up our Rickson series! In this episode we cover his fighting style, training mentality and his overall influence on jiu jitsu.
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This week we open our inbox and pull out a listener email. This email happens to be about belt and stripe promotions in jiu jitsu.
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Are you ready for a terrifying episode that will cause you to shake with fear? Then you may want to find a true crime podcast because those are much scarier. If you’re willing to settle for a milder experience then stick around because this week we have a go at making an episode with a Halloween theme. Halloween is a time for dressing up and wearing masks. In the world of jiu jitsu, a similar thing happens when people pretend to be something they are not. Whether it’s the way they roll, or how they carry themselves while training. This can be good and bad. Sometimes it might be a little guy who thinks he is massive and tries to smash through a larger opponent, other times it is keeping a calm face when you are in a bad position. Kroyler discusses how to use self awareness to determine what your strengths are and then how to find the best style for your game.
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In a very special episode, Andrew and Kroyler use a recent roll together to discuss a common problem people have, specifically Andrew. Hesitating to pull the trigger on a submission. What reasons do people do this? Some people are too nice. Others aren't confident. There are numerous reasons for hesitation, but fortunately there are also numerous solutions.
Kroyler also discusses what training is like when you're a black belt. How do you improve when you're the best in the school? What can be done to stay sharp and progress?
To close the show, Andrew and Kroyler discuss the ideal dinner guest. Things get a little weird.
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Pull up a chair and join us as we discuss the straight ankle lock. We start off examining the evolution of this submission, from foot placement to ankle rotation, and everything in between. After this Kroyler describes every step of the straight ankle lock and how to properly execute it. If you have issues when trying this lock, Kroyler also troubleshoots common mistakes.
The last twenty minutes cover the upcoming ADCC tournament.
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If you're new to jiu jitsu, half guard can be a little confusing. How are you supposed to use it? Is it a transitional position, or just a way to prevent someone from passing to side control? The way people view half guard has changed over the years and in this episode we discuss its status in modern-day jiu jitsu.
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Anybody off the street knows what a choke is, but not everyone knows how to perform one properly. This week we discuss what happens to the body when a choke is applied, as well as what not to do when executing this submission.
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Without Carlos Gracie, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu would not be the martial art we know today. He had an incredible impact on the way the art developed and in this epsiode we learn more about the man who helped start it all.
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From shoulders to heels, we discuss submissions that utilize manipulating the joints. Touching on the mechanics of specific locks, learning about their history, and understanding trends in jiu jitsu, this episode’s conversation goes all over the board.
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Learn about the people behind Just Jiu Jitsu and why you should (or shouldn't) care about what they have to say. Host, Kroyler Gracie, talks about his background and how his approach to the art has evolved over the years.
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