Shintaro teaches many different Judo techniques in and out of class, but what is his favorite, or tokui waza? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss their tokui waza's, and provide a never-seen-before look into their Judo system. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
Osoto Gari is an elusive throw, almost paradoxical, in the sense that it is oftentimes one of the first throws you learn as a Judoka, but it is one of the last throws you master due to its difficulty. In this episode, Shintaro and Peter go on a deep dive on Osoto Gari: why it looks easy yet so hard to master and how we can effectively master and integrate it into our game. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!...
Many people participate in sports to lose weight and get in better shape, and Judo is no exception. As a result, it's worth taking a close and honest look at the question "Will Judo Help Me Lose Weight?" Intuitively, the answer is a resounding yes given how physically demanding Judo is, but is it really the case? What other factors might be at play here? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter go on a deep dive on the benefits, and drawbacks, of Judo in terms of weight loss. Please support us on Pat...
When you first learn a new skill like Judo, you're bound to make mistakes. Being cognizant of this and addressing it appropriately can really accelerate your Judo journey. So, what are some common beginner mistakes in Judo? Are they mostly on the physical side like bad posture or stiff arming, or are there some mental elements to it? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss common beginner mistakes in Judo and how to address them. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.c...
Tomoe Nage is a unique throw where you throw yourself on your back in order to generate the momentum to throw your partner. It is a versatile and useful throw that everyone should consider adding to their arsenal. How should we approach learning tomoe nage and what are different ways in which we can integrate tomoe nage into our Judo (and BJJ) game? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter take a deep dive into tomoe nage. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higa...
Randori, free-style practice or sparring, is an extremely important part of Judo training, and yet many Judokas have difficulty maximizing their time during randori sessions. This problem is exacerbated by the fact that there is a high injury risk in randori. How can we best utilize our randori time while staying safe? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss how we should approach randori. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount hel...
Uchimata is one of the most popular throws in Judo and other grappling arts for its versatility and beauty. Why is uchimata so loved, yet so hard to execute? What are some of the key elements of uchimata that makes it a beautiful yet hard throw? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter do a deep dive into everything related to uchimata. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!...
What does it mean to be "fit" in Judo? Can you become fit just by doing Judo, or do you need to be fit to do Judo? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter delve into the idea of "Judo fit" and the relationship between fitness and Judo. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
Peter visited New York City for 10 days a couple of weeks ago! His trip was filled with friends and family time and, of course, Judo. In this episode, Peter and Shintaro talk about Peter's trip to NYC, especially the Judo training sessions at KBI, Peter's old dojo. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
Take-down-focused grappling arts like Judo and wrestling put a huge emphasis on grip fighting (or hand fighting), but BJJ tends to focus less on it. Why would that be the case, and should BJJ place more emphasis on grip fighting? In this special episode, Shintaro and Peter sit down with Brian Glick, a Danaher black belt, face-to-face in Shintaro's dojo in NYC to talk about it. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!...
Weight training is one of the most popular supplemental exercises to grappling. It is also one of Shintaro's biggest hobbies. In this episode, Shintaro tells Peter what kind of weight training program he follows, and how to take full advantage of weight training for grappling. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
Most of us are hobbyists, and often look at world-class champions for inspiration. As a result, champions are often mystified and it's hard to discern what is actually required, especially in terms of mentality, to become a champion if one wishes to be. In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss the difference in mentality between champions and hobbyists, and try to paint an accurate and real picture on what's mentally required to be a champion and what that means for hobbyists. Please support ...
Judo and other grappling sports are tough on the body, and injuries are, unfortunately, almost inevitable. As a result, it's not only important to prevent injuries but also recover well from them. In this episode, Shintaro and Peter talk about their experience recovering from injuries such as Shintaro's recent MCL injury, and offer tips on how to recover from them quickly. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!...
In this solo episode, Peter talks about how he started his martial art journey, where he is right now in it, and what he is looking forward to in the future. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
Shintaro recently went to Las Vegas, NV and Fargo, ND to host Judo seminars. In this episode, he shares his experience with Peter. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
Most people are exposed to Judo as a sport via international tournaments like the Olympics. The techniques used in those settings are often hyper optimized for the purpose of winning a Judo match, and not necessarily ideal in martial settings. However, Judo is first and foremost a martial art. Then, what would be an ideal selection of Judo techniques that are most applicable to MMA, self-defense and combative settings? What are some of the Judo techniques you may want to avoid in those settings?...
Competitions are an important part of Judo as well as other grappling arts as they provide an opportunity to stress-test your skills against other practitioners. Another key benefit of competitions is that it can be used as a great learning opportunity. As a result, it is very important to "debrief" after a competition to assess what went right and wrong and learn from it. In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss how to process various aspects of competition experience--from the actual outcom...
It is said that Judo begins with respect and ends with respect (礼に始まり、礼に終わる). One way to see this aspect of Judo is bowing. You bow when you enter the dojo; you bow to your teacher; you bow to your partner; and you bow when you exit the dojo. But is this all there to "respect"? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss what respect means within the context of Judo. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!...
People start Judo for many different reasons, but it can be daunting for everyone just the same. In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss what to do and expect when people first start Judo so that they can start their Judo journey right. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
Shintaro and Peter have been podcasting for over a year now, and it's been a wild ride with many lessons learned on the way. In this episode, Shintaro and Peter look back on their experience producing this podcast, and look ahead to the future. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
In workplaces, people often make the distinction between hard skills (job-related knowledge and abilities) and soft skills (personal qualities), and how important it is to have both to be successful. Judo is no different, and you need to develop both hard Judo skills and soft skills in order to be a good Judoka as well as a productive member of your Judo community. In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss what specific hard and soft skills are important for Judokas, and how to develop them. P...
We all have different body types. Some of us are tall; some of us are short; some of us have long limbs; some of us are stocky. Naturally, certain Judo throws work well for certain body types, but not so well for others. How can we know which Judo throws are right for our body types? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter dig deeper into which Judo throws work well for different body types. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!...
Due to the hierarchical nature of how martial arts are usually taught, it is easy for sensei's to catch the "Sensei Syndrome." What exactly is it, and how do we prevent it? Listen to this episode to find out! Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
In grappling sports like Judo, wrestling and BJJ, it is common to see people attend various seminars and clinics taught by renowned athletes and coaches. Is it really beneficial to attend one, and if so, how can we get the most out of it? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss what their experiences have been like attending seminars and clinics. Also, Shintaro talks about the details of hosting him for a seminar in your local area! Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreo...
Many, if not all, Judokas experience the "Judo Blues" once the initial enthusiasm inevitably subsides-- feeling stuck and frustrated for a variety of reasons. This is one of the major reasons why people quit Judo. In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss what we can do to combat the Judo Blues so we can truly enjoy Judo. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!...
Martial arts are always developed within the context of broader culture, and they always contain elements from the broader culture. Judo is no exception. In this episode, Shintaro and Peter talk about how Japanese and Korean cultures have influenced Judo and how we can develop a healthy Judo culture in America. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
In any sport, you become "loose" and "effortless" as you improve your skills. The same is true for grappling, but it is complicated by the fact that your default instinct is to become "stiff" in order to prevent yourself from getting thrown, taken down and choked. How can we fight this instinct and stay "loose" while grappling? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter offer some advice on how you can stay loose while grappling. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro...
Judo, as well as other grappling arts, is quite taxing to your body, and it is commonplace to hear grapplers complain about their sore bodies. Therefore, it is very important to have a good recovery routine not only to protect yourself from injuries but also to improve your skills by training more. In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss how they recover from Judo and make suggestions on what you can incorporate into your recovery routine. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www...
Not many activities in life require you to be at a certain weight to participate. So it's no wonder many grappling art practitioners are confused about which weight class to choose and how to get to that weight class when competing. In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss various factors involved in choosing the right weight class and how to control your weight to be in that weight class. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount help...
Oon Yeoh is an accomplished Judoka who represented Malaysia at the World Championships in 1993 and 1995. Now he is a prolific Judo journalist and publisher who writes for his blog Judo Crazy while running his own Judo club in Kuala Lumpur. He also helped produce the official IJF media digital e-books. In this episode, Shintaro sits down with Oon to talk about his experience as a competitor, and his thoughts on the current status of Judo. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patre...
