The Chewjitsu Podcast

An Important Paradigm Shift For Your BJJ (Especially If You're Older) (Episode 430)

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss an important paradigm shift in BJJ. We discuss why BJJ practitioners initially get too fixated on making a tech

The Best of the Podcast #5: Rules For Jiu-Jitsu #10-12 (Episode 429)

On this episode of the podcast, we share some of the best moments from the podcast. In this edition, we dive into a recap of the "Rules For Jiu-Jitsu" series. We discuss

Rules For Jiu-Jitsu #22: Be Vulnerable To Become Better At BJJ (Episode 428)

In this Rules For Jiu-Jitsu episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss the importance of being vulnerable to improve in BJJ. We discuss why people are afraid to take action, usi

Harness Your Aggression In BJJ Like A Spartan King (Episode 427)

On this episode we answer an e-mail question from "Bob" who has been told he is too passive and polite when training with teens and women, but is too on aggressive when t

How To Be A More Productive Grappler On and Off The Mats (Episode 426)

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss how to improve your daily productivity to live the life that you want. We discuss how constant attention switching impacts you

BJJ Business #1 - Chewy Is Starting An Association (Episode 425)

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy discusses the start of his Chewjitsu Association. Chewy discusses why he wanted to start his own association, the major marketing

10 Annoying Myths In BJJ (Episode 424)

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss 10 annoying Jiu-Jitsu myths. Strength doesn't matter and technique conquers all. The only way to get good at BJJ is to train r

5 Traits of Successful Grapplers (Episode 423)

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss 5 traits of successful grapplers. We discuss the following ideas: Know when to go and when to chill (also to focus on breath

BJJ Black Belt Alberto Crane (Episode 422)

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by BJJ Black Belt and UFC veteran Professor Alberto Crane. Professor Crane discusses his start in BJJ in 1994 and eventual

Do You Need Discipline To Get A Black Belt In BJJ? (Episode 421)

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss the idea of whether getting a BJJ black belt requires discipline. We also discuss things you are "pushed" to do vs. things you

The "Secret" To Getting Good At Jiu-Jitsu (Episode 420)

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss the "secret" to getting good at Jiu-Jitsu. Chewy discusses the importance of having tough training partners to

Jiu-Jitsu On A Plane With BJJ Black Belt Josh Longood (Episode 419)

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by BJJ Black Belt and former professional MMA fighter Josh Longood. Josh has gotten recent attention due to a video circul

Confessions of A Driller (Episode 418)

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy discusses how drilling helped him hit new techniques in competition. Chewy discusses the brawl at the ADCC Open in Atlanta, why he

Training and Competing As An Older Grappler With BJJ Black Belt Brad Steinborn (Episode 417)

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by BJJ black belt and Master's competitor Brad Steinborn. Brad discusses the importance of focusing on diet, strength train

Director of the Ohio Department of Public Safety Andy Wilson (Episode 416)

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by the Director of the Ohio Department of Public Safety Andy Wilson. Director Wilson discusses his responsibilities as the

BJJ Black Belt William Tackett (Episode 415)

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by multiple time ADCC trials winner, ADCC veteran, CJI veteran, and UFC BJJ athlete William Tackett. William discusses the

PGF Season 9 Champion Kevin Beuhring (Episode 414)

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by PGF Season 9 Champion and 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt Kevin Beuhring. Kevin discusses what it was like being away

How To Use Deliberate Practice To Improve In BJJ (Episode 413)

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss the main principles of "deliberate practice" from the book "Peak" by Anders Ericsson and how to better develop and maximize prog

Is TRT Cheating In BJJ? (Episode 412)

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss TRT, Chewy's experience with it, and whether using TRT in BJJ is cheating. Chewy shares his first experience with steroids, if

Rapid Fire Q&A With Chewy and Eugene (Episode 411)

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene chat about internet trolls and we also answer some questions we have received though e-mails, YouTube, and Instagram. Chewy discusses