The Chewjitsu Podcast

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 mistakes he made when growing his gym, (the "DVD marketing disaster"), what makes a successful marketing campaign, important ideas on retaining students at the gym, what people can expect to receive as part of the Chewjitsu Association, and the most challenging thing...

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss 10 annoying Jiu-Jitsu myths.

1. Strength doesn't matter and technique conquers all.
2. The only way to get good at BJJ is to train really hard.
3. Being a black belt means you are a good person.
4. Being a black belt means you are more disciplined.
5. Gym owners are "money-grubbing evil-doers" wh...

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss 5 traits of successful grapplers.

We discuss the following ideas:

1. Know when to go and when to chill (also to focus on breathing and decreasing tunnel vision).
2. Focus on small battles (grips, hand fighting, and inside position).
3. Train with deliberate intent (don't try to win every round and don't be a...

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 eventually transitioning to fighting in early MMA events starting at King of the Cage, old school training in the 1990's, the evolution of BJJ in MMA, the evolution of BJJ in sport jiu-jitsu, how to make sport BJJ more exciting, overcoming his early struggles in BJJ competit...

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 are "pulled" to do, if BJJ is for everyone, which aspects of training require discipline, why people quit BJJ, adjusting your goals as a beginner, the importance of routine, getting over the "hump" in BJJ, the "deflation" of rea...

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 improve and build your techniques, being able to communicate and trust your training partners, and what makes a strong training partner. We also discuss the different types of "battle buddies," the importance of moving towards discomfort, why getting frustrated durin...

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 circulating of him apprehending a disruptive passenger on a flight. He shares his experience and gives an in-depth breakdown of how he was able to apprehend and control the passenger using his Jiu-Jitsu.

Josh also discusses if anyt...

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 chooses to not show too much emotion after wins and losses, if anything would cause Chewy to get in an altercation at a tournament, the techniques that don't require drilling, what makes a technique better for drilling, the problem w...

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 training, and recovery outside the gym. We also discuss "Volume Training" and the type of lifting Brad has done since he has gotten older, how to adjust to training as you get older, how Brad's BJJ game has evolved, thoughts on drilling, t...

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 Director of Public Safety In Ohio, the importance and effectiveness of Jiu-Jitsu and defensive tactics for police officers for de-escalation and safe management in arrests and altercations, the barriers to implementing Jiu-Jitsu training f...

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 importance of making exciting matches, the worst rule sets for BJJ, one thing that most promotions get wrong when making exciting matches, the unique challenges of competing in multiple 5 minute rounds, how training at a smaller gym helpe...

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 from home for 6 weeks while competing at the PGF, what life has been like after winning the PGF title, the depressed state that follows a big accomplishment, how Kevin prepared for the PGF, the zone of command that makes grapplers elite, wh...

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 progress in BJJ.

We discuss why talent is overrated, why some people excel physically at specific sports and why BJJ is unique, training for skill and not for knowledge, why developing skill is a "messy process," what makes a "skilled" coach in BJJ, the importance of h...

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 intent matters when using Testosterone, women using TRT, the issues with modern medicine, potential injuries from abusing Testosterone, if BJJ should have stricter testing, and the stigmas around Testosterone use.

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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 how an internet troll helped bring the gym together and how to respond to internet trolls.

Q&A:

1. Which belt in BJJ was the longest and most difficult?

2. What have we wanted to change about ourselves?

3. Have we had to deal with any mental health issues?

4. Wha...

Chris Odell is the founder and creative director of Datsusara, a martial arts bag and apparel company focused on creating high quality hemp gear for grapplers.

Chris joins the podcast to discuss his start in martial arts, finding BJJ, being a blue belt for 10 years, coming back to BJJ after a 7 year break, the impact moving frequently had on his BJJ, starting Datsusara, working wi...

In part 3 of this series, Chewy shares the last 5 ideas that he wishes he received when he was 25 years old to help with getting the most out of life. On this episode we discuss the following ideas:

1. Why having an immense amount of "mental weight" on your shoulders everyday gives purpose.

2. Why to avoid debt like the plague.

3. Why you should avoid this misquoted bible verse.

4. You will screw up a lot, but being refle...

In part 2 of this series, Chewy shares 5 more ideas that he wishes he received when he was 25 years old to help with getting the most out of life.

On this episode we discuss the following ideas:

1. Why Chewy and his wife lived in a small apartment (one of Chewy's favorite "money moments").
2. Why Chewy bought a car with cash and plans to drive it until the wheel...

On this episode, Chewy shares some ideas that he wishes he received when he was 25 years old to help with getting the most out of life. In this episode we discuss these ideas:

1. Why Chewy "ate crap" to figure out his business.

2. How Chewy dealt with criticism and how following your own path can get lonely.

3. Why Chewy lost a lot of relationships in the process of creating the life he wanted.

4. The importance of sitting down and...