In this episode of Elbow's Tight podcast, host Travis engages in a deep conversation with Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and firefighter, Jiu-Jitsu House. They discuss the journey into Jiu-Jitsu, the impact of training on parenting, and the lessons learned through competition.

The conversation also touches on the importance of understanding techniques, the role of Jiu-Jitsu in first responding, and the balance between teaching and learning styles. Jiu Jitsu House shares insights on handling losses, the significance of loyalty and lineage in Jiu-Jitsu, and his future goals in the sport.

The episode concludes with valuable advice for new practitioners, emphasizing the importance of focusing on fundamentals and fighting for submissions.

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In this episode, Travis interviews Milton Campis, a seasoned Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and advocate for safety in martial arts academies. They discuss Milton's journey in Jiu-Jitsu, the importance of community and respect, and the challenges of injuries.

Milton shares his experiences transitioning to a new academy and highlights the need for safety measures in martial arts through his initiative, Academy Safe. The conversation emphasizes the significance of humility, recovery, and creating a welcoming environment for new practitioners.

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00:00 Introduction and Social Media Platforms
03:53 Dealing with Injuries
09:27 Ego and Humility in Jujitsu
13:44 Tapping Higher Belts as a White Belt
16:46 Learning from Losses in Jujitsu
18:32 Building Community and Respect
21:24 The Power of Humility
26:38 Creating a Welcoming Environment
32:29 Collaboration and Community
36:05 SALT Electrolytes
37:24 Traditions and Inappropriate Behavior
46:46 Misconduct in Martial Arts Academies
51:56 Creating Academy Safe
56:45 Implementing Safety Measures
01:03:57 Recovery and Listening to Your Body
01:09:03 Advice for New White Belts

In this episode of the Elbow's Tight podcast, Travis interviews his friend Josh, a Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and software engineer. They discuss various topics, including their backgrounds, Jiu-Jitsu journey, competition experiences, and the importance of communication and focusing on personal growth in Jiu-Jitsu. Josh shares his experience transitioning from Muay Thai to Jiu Jitsu and his challenges. He also talks about the mindset shift from focusing on external factors to internal factors in competition. Travis emphasizes the importance of enjoying the process and celebrating small victories along the Jiu-Jitsu journey. Travis and Josh discuss Josh's journey as a competitive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and content creator in this conversation. They talk about the challenges and mindset shifts Josh experienced during his competition streak, the importance of realistic expectations in competition, and the impact of the ecological approach to Jiu-Jitsu. They also touch on the role of being a full-time content creator and the positive and negative feedback that comes with it.

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00:00 Introduction and Merchandise
00:55 Background and Connection
03:04 Transition to Software Engineering
06:04 Jiu-Jitsu Journey
11:51 The Importance of Communication in Jiu-Jitsu
16:03 Navigating the Challenges and Growth of Competition
21:52 Focusing on Internal Factors for a Fulfilling Jiu-Jitsu Journey
27:53 Overcoming Challenges and Emotional Moments
29:16 Dealing with Losses and Self-Doubt
30:57 Tracking Progress and Finding a New Way of Training
34:10 Unrealistic Expectations and the Importance of Competing
37:31 Advice for New White Belts
52:13 The Challenges and Rewards of Content Creation

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In this episode of the Elbows Tight podcast, host Travis interviews Riley Rogers, the owner of SALT Electrolytes and a brown belt in Jiu Jitsu.

They discuss Riley's journey into Jiu-Jitsu, the importance of technicality and leverage in the sport, and the mindset of training at an older age. They also touch on rolling with lower belts and the significance of belts in Jiu-Jitsu.

Riley shares his approach to teaching and preparing for classes, emphasizing the importance of curriculum and individualized instruction. In this part of the conversation, the principal themes revolve around the development of a jiu-jitsu coach and the use of strength and size in training.

The subtopics include the reluctance to become a coach, the process of developing teaching skills, the use of strength and size in jiu-jitsu, and the importance of tapping early and controlling submissions. The conversation also touches on recovery strategies and the decision to decline rolling with certain partners.

In this conversation, Travis and Riley discuss the importance of setting boundaries in Jiu-Jitsu and the negative connotation of turning down rolls. They also delve into the inspiration behind starting Salt Electrolytes, a clean and potent electrolyte drink.

Riley shares his personal experience with dehydration and how it led him to develop a product that provides the necessary minerals for optimal performance. They also touch on the challenges of navigating the supplement industry and the importance of learning leverage in Jiu-Jitsu.

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00:00 Introduction and Podcast Announcement

00:24 Getting to Know Riley Rogers

02:22 The Magic of Technicality in Jiu-Jitsu

05:59 Training at an Older Age: Balancing Aggression and Playfulness

08:16 The Significance of Belts in Jiu-Jitsu

13:56 Rolling with Lower Belts and the Importance of Mindset

16:56 Teaching Jiu Jitsu: Curriculum and Individualized Instruction

22:08 Preparing for Classes and Answering Student Questions

25:21 The Challenges and Rewards of Coaching Jiu-Jitsu

25:58 The Reluctance to Become a Jiu-Jitsu Coach

27:13 Developing Teaching Skills in Jiu-Jitsu

32:17 The Use of Strength and Size in Jiu-Jitsu

34:24 Tapping Early and Controlling Submissions

51:28 Recovery Strategies for Jiu-Jitsu Practitioners

54:38 Setting Boundaries in Jiu-Jitsu

57:15 The Inspiration Behind Salt Electrolytes

01:00:39 Dehydration and the Need for Electrolytes

01:04:08 Understanding the Role of Electrolytes in the Body

01:08:54 The Creation and Packaging of Salt Electrolytes

01:18:04 The Importance of Saltiness in Electrolyte Drinks

01:20:31 The Dangers of Hyponatremia and the Importance of Learning Leverage

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00:00 - Start 00:10 - Don't Be a Spazzy White Belt 02:12 - Don't Use Strength 04:00 - Leave Your Ego at the Door... 06:10 - Just Keep Showing Up! 08:05 - BJJ is for Everyone! 09:56 - Proving Your Rank 12:21 - Technique Always Beats Strength

New to BJJ? Don't let these common myths hold you back! Learn the TRUTH about strength, ego, competition, and more.

Today we break down 7 myths you'll hear on your BJJ journey, so you can train smarter and avoid frustration.

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Rose Miller discusses her new nutrition company and her approach to helping people improve their health and lifestyle. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the overall lifestyle and mental side of nutrition, rather than focusing solely on aesthetics or weight loss. Rose also addresses common misconceptions about nutrition, such as the belief that certain diets like keto or carnivore are the best for everyone. She explains the importance of individualization and finding what works best for each person's goals and needs.

Rose also discusses strategies for improving satiety and tracking progress. In this conversation, Rose discusses various aspects of nutrition for athletes, particularly jiu-jitsu athletes. She emphasizes the importance of tracking macros and portion sizes to achieve specific goals. Rose also highlights the difference between eating for performance and eating for aesthetics or general lifestyle. She advises against excessive weight cutting and encourages athletes to focus on building muscle and improving performance.

Rose also addresses the topic of supplementation and recommends certain supplements like creatine and fish oil. She discusses the misconception around glycemic intake and the importance of incorporating nutrient-dense foods. Lastly, Rose shares her advice for those starting their nutrition journey, which includes portioning out foods and focusing on incorporating helpful foods rather than eliminating certain foods.

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00:00 Introduction and Warm-up
03:10 Empowering People to Improve Their Health
07:21 Challenges with Nutrition for Jiu Jitsu Athletes
09:17 Helping Clients Transition from Fad Diets
12:33 Fundamentals of Nutrition: Macros and Their Role
16:05 Building Satiety and Making Practical Food Choices
31:42 Improving Satiety and Strategies for Portion Control
36:30 Tracking Weight and Progress
41:44 Tracking Macros and Portion Sizes
45:39 The Pitfalls of Excessive Weight Cutting
48:00 Supplementation for Performance and Recovery
53:20 Weight Loss vs. Weight Cutting
56:35 Effective Weight Cutting Strategies
59:45 The Role of Supplements in Nutrition
01:02:03 Choosing the Right Protein Supplement
01:06:15 Incorporating Nutrient-Dense Foods

In this conversation, Travis Motl interviews Mike and Sheena Bidwell, who run a jiu-jitsu academy. They discuss their teaching methods, the importance of a structured curriculum, and the benefits of jiu-jitsu for families. Mike emphasizes the four-step approach to teaching techniques and the importance of the 'secret sauce' that makes each technique effective. They also discuss the value of testing for belts and the sense of accomplishment it brings. Overall, jiu-jitsu has strengthened their family bond and provided them with mental, emotional, and physical resilience. Mike and Sheena discuss their new book, 'The BJJ After 40 Survival Guide,' and how they have built longevity in jiu-jitsu for themselves and their kids. They emphasize the importance of not putting pressure on their children to train and allowing them to have other interests. They also talk about the mindset and preparation needed to motivate themselves and their kids to go to class, including setting a positive tone and making it a celebration. They share their experience of writing the book and the satisfaction of seeing their hard work in physical form.

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