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Training Advice: What moves to work on

In this episode we discuss what moves and techniques to work on. Specifically we break it down: What you need to work on What you want to work on And what everyone should work on This episode is quick, practical, and actionable advice for all belt levels.

Choosing a Jiu Jitsu Gym: Red Flags & Green Lights

Finding a gym (be it jiu jitsu or another activity) for some people can feel like a big task while others can go with the closest facility and not think twice. For this episode I dive into some key tips on choosing your gym and the important part of picking a gym that is rarely discussed. We capture some red flags you need to keep an eye out for while identifying some of the positive points that may indicate you've found your perfect home gym. This episode is perfect for those starting jiu jitsu or for any reason, are looking for a new gym. This episode also lays the foundation for a future conversation about when it may be time to leave a gym.

How to Get & "Feel" Ready Starting Jiu Jitsu

On this episode I answer a question I've fielded quite a bit while talking to prospective grapplers and members being "How do I get Ready to Begin Jiu Jitsu". We explore both the mindset as well as practical tips to accomplish this. This episode also encourages experienced grapplers to look beyond Jiu Jitsu and use this episode to help them off the mats. WANT TO BE A GUEST ON BLUE 2 BLACK? THE SHOW IS LOOKING FOR GUESTS OF ALL BELT LEVELS. Check out our Guest Application [https://www.blue2black.com/guest] for more information.

Brown belt on the mats / White belt on the snow

THE SHOW IS LOOKING FOR GREAT GUESTS OF ALL BELT LEVELS! ⁠WANT TO BE A GUEST ON BLUE 2 BLACK? HEAD OVER TO  blue2black.com/guest [https://www.blue2black.com/guest] EPISODE 14 Storytime! On today's episode I recap my first weekend snowboarding trip. How did Jiu jitsu help make it a good weekend? What interesting things did I find in common with training jiu jitsu and learning how to snowboard ? Want to hear about a scorpion? (and we are not talking about the jiu jitsu technique aka Lockdown) For you, it may not be snowboarding but if there is anything in your life you have been wanting to do but delaying on taking action, you may hear somethings we have in common, and at the same time learn how to move past those blocks holding you back.

Mic Check: Do you have guest potential?

Every think about becoming a podcast guest? Before you default to modesty and saying no, on today's episode we talk a couple tips on being a better podcast guest. These tips can be used for improving your own story as well as representing yourself better in job interviews. How to be a guest on the podcast: Ready to apply to be a guest on the show? Head over to Blue2Black.com/guest [Blue2Black.com/guest]