#22: Don't Call it a Comeback
In today's special "I'm locked out of my house so I guess I'll record" episode. Josh talks about how to comeback from injury or layoff in jiu-jitsu.

In today's special "I'm locked out of my house so I guess I'll record" episode. Josh talks about how to comeback from injury or layoff in jiu-jitsu.
In today's episode Josh interviews 2nd degree black belt Nick Sanders. Nick talks about his unique journey that includes joining the army, becoming a US marshall, and then a physical therapist by day and Jiu-jitsu coach by night.
In today's quick solocast, Josh talks about what he calls the "positional paradox." This is a Jiu-jitsu high-jack that you can use to increase your progression in Jiu-jitsu by 10.
Here Josh Interviews 3x world champion Claudia Do Val. She offers an incredibly unique perspective on bjj considering she has done over 200 seminars and gotten to train at more academies than most of us can imagine.
In this episode Josh discusses the importance of enjoying jiu-jitsu no matter what spot you're in.
In this episode Josh discusses how much losing in jiu-jitsu can suck but also how we can use a lose to suck less at jiu-jitsu.
In this episode Josh interviews YouTube Jiu-jitsu star Chewy. Chewy really breaks down how to be a great teacher, why he started a youtube channel, and how he got his start in jiu-jitsu.
In today's short solocast Josh explains his approach on being efficient in training, deciding what position to work on, and how to beat the people that get more mat time.
Steve McKinney returns to talk about his strength and conditioning routine for combat athletes and the way he built it.
Here Josh talks about some of the most important lessons he wish he knew when he was a newbie.
In this interview Josh interviews his long time friend/enemy Ezra Lenon. This is by the the most wide ranging episode to date. The best way to see what it's about is to take a listen!
In this episode Josh interviews YouTube Jiu-jitsu star Eli Knight. They get into great discussion about training, self defense, and Eli's hair vs Chewjitsu's beard.
First times competing can be scary. This is the advise I give to my students about competition.
In today's episodes Josh discusses 4 questions that he asks himself anytime he's dealing with a plateau.
In this Question and Answer Josh talks about what he disagrees with about jiu jitsu politics, the part of guard passing that people are missing, and how to emulate other people's games.
Today Josh has the pleasure to sit down with his long time coach, Kyle Watson. Kyle is a black belt in bjj, a UFC veteran, a semi finalist on the ultimate fighter season 12, and the owner/head coach of Watson Martial Arts.
In this episode Josh discusses how to get better no matter who you're training with. From the 110 pound teenager to the 220 pound black belt. Listen to this episode to learn how to get the most out of every round.
In the episode Josh discusses the importance of setting large goals in jiu-jitsu and then mini goals to accomplish them.
In this episode Josh discusses the importance of focusing on positions individually and not as a whole.
In this episode we experiment with a different format of question and answers.
In this interview Josh interviews his father, Steve. Steve is a BJJ Black Belt, instructor, a personal trainer, and a pastor. We focus on longevity in jiu-jitsu, strength training for bjj, and balance of training.
The pilot episode of the ISAJJS. Here Josh discusses something he calls the end goal method of training. This is what he believes to be one of the most efficient ways to suck less at jiu-jitsu.
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