We all know the benefits of learning Judo, but how about the flip side: are there any benefits of "teaching" Judo? Not many of us are in the position of answering that question, since most of us are not Judo teachers, but Shintaro can thanks to its extensive experience in teaching Judo. In this episode, Shintaro and Peter attempt to answer that question. Join our Discord server and start chatting with us and other grapplers by supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_sh...
Mar 27, 2023•23 min
Shintaro recently received his BJJ black belt from his friend Brian Glick, a Danaher black belt. In this episode, Shintaro talks about what that means to him, and how it's been to be a student again. He also elaborates on how his BJJ journey has shaped his Judo. Join our Discord server and start chatting with us and other grapplers by supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!...
Mar 20, 2023•26 min
Many of you may be curious about what Shintaro's current training looks like. How many times a week does he do Judo? How about BJJ? Does he lift at all? Does he run? In this episode, Shintaro gives a detailed breakdown of his current training! Join our Discord server and start chatting with us and other grapplers by supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
Mar 13, 2023•24 min
Judo teaching styles have evolved over the years, and Shintaro is a living embodiment of that evolution. In this episode, Shintaro describes how his father's traditional teaching style was like, and how he took his father's style and improved it to the style he follows now. Join our Discord server and start chatting with us and other grapplers by supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!...
Mar 06, 2023•20 min
Coaching doesn't end in the dojo. When an athlete participates in a competition, their coach usually is by their side on the mat, shouting out encouragements and directions. This "mat-side coaching" can be the difference in the outcome of a match. How should this type of coaching look like? What is the most effective way to do it? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss "mat-side coaching," and how it should be done. Join our Discord server and start chatting with us and other grapplers by s...
Feb 27, 2023•24 min
Most people, when they say they do boxing, do what they call "cardio boxing"-- using boxing as a means of exercise, not as a combat sport. This is massively more popular thanks to its safety and approachability. Would this model work for Judo? How would this "Cardio Judo" look like? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter go in depth about Cardio Judo and how it could be implemented. Join our Discord server and start chatting with us and other grapplers by supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patre...
Feb 20, 2023•25 min
By popular demand, Shintaro and Peter are talking about Shuai Jiao! They're no experts of Shuai Jiao, so in this episode, they focus more on their first impressions of the art, and how it fits in the broad grappling world. Join our Discord server and start chatting with us and other grapplers by supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
Feb 13, 2023•31 min
Competitions are a big part of many grappling sports including Judo, BJJ and wrestling. What'd be the best way to prepare for them? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter go on a deep dive into various aspects of competition preparation-- from mental preparation to weight cutting. Join our Discord server and start chatting with us and other grapplers by supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!...
Feb 06, 2023•42 min
Judo is one of the most popular sports in the world practiced in over 200 countries. If you go to a Judo tournament in Judo powerhouses like Japan and France, you can find yourself in a packed stadium with roaring crowds. This is certainly not the case in the USA where Judo is dwarfed by the popularity of wrestling and BJJ. Why is Judo not popular in the US and what can we do about it? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter share their thoughts on how to grow Judo in the USA. Join our Discord serve...
Jan 30, 2023•37 min
Traditionally, Judo classes have been quite simple: warm-up, uchi-komi then randori. But recently, we see many different class formats thanks to the influence from other sports such as BJJ, Taekwondo, boxing and even ballet! So what is the best training format to run your Judo class? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss how Shintaro likes to structure his class and training at his dojo KBI. Join our Discord server and start chatting with us and other grapplers by supporting us on Patreon:...
Jan 23, 2023•32 min
Every Judoka at one point or another goes through a phase where he/she wants to master Uchimata. It is one of the most popular throws know for its versatility and beauty. But it remains an elusive throw for many. Why is uchimata so hard to learn? Can we learn it more easily somehow? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss the learning aspect of uchimata, and a new uchimata instructional from Shintaro, which can be found here: https://shintarohigashi.com/judo-courses . Join our Discord server...
Jan 16, 2023•22 min
All the techniques in Judo, and other sports for that matter, have small details that are super important for their successful execution. Shintaro calls these details "Micro Judo." Unfortunately, these details are neither easily learned or taught, and experts learn them after years of practice. Can we learn Micro Judo more quickly in a more deliberate way? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss Micro Judo, and how we should think of them, learn and teach them. Join our Discord server and st...
Jan 09, 2023•17 min
Rule changes are some of the most popular and controversial topics among Judokas, and they've been covered quite a bit in the podcast. How about this time, we take the initiative and propose new, interesting rule changes that could help Judo. Will these rules help or hurt Judo? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter talk about some of their ideas on new rule changes that could make things interesting for Judo. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . ...
Jan 02, 2023•31 min
Let's face it, the vast majority of us cannot even practice Judo a few hours a week, let alone full-time. You may have a busy day job; you may have family obligations. Whatever the reason, we try to find a way to do Judo while busy. In this episode, Shintaro and Peter talk about ways you can stay engaged with Judo without going to the dojo all the time. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!...
Dec 26, 2022•31 min
Drop seoi nage is one of the most popular and spectacular throws in Judo. Despite its popularity, it's one of the hardest throws to master. Why is it so elusive, and what can we do about it? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss all the details about drop seoi nage. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show. Any amount helps!
Dec 19, 2022•25 min
The word "kuzushi" gets thrown a lot in Judo and, to a certain extent, BJJ. It usually gets translated as "unbalancing", but there is a lot of missing context in the translation. What does "kuzushi" exactly mean? Does it apply only to Judo? How can we apply it in our grappling? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter go in depth about kuzushi. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!...
Dec 12, 2022•20 min
Adult white belts often are the butt of the joke in certain Judo and BJJ circles, but they form the foundation of the sports. How important are adult white belts for your Judo and BJJ gym? How important are they for the sports in general? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter discuss the importance of the adult white belts and the role they play in the grappling communities. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!...
Dec 05, 2022•30 min
One of the most important aspects of running a dojo that frequently gets overlooked is how to manage parents of kids at your dojo. They come in all kinds of variety, from the busy ones that barely pay attention to the ones with extremely high expectations who pay too much attention. They are an integral part of the dojo, so how can we manage them so that their kids, and the parents themselves, can get the most out of Judo? In this episode, Shintaro talks to Peter about how he manages the parents...
Nov 29, 2022•38 min
Explosiveness is a key athletic ability in a lot of sports, and Judo is no exception. How important is explosiveness in Judo exactly? Is there a way to train for it? Is there a way to excel at Judo without being explosive? How about other grappling arts? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter go in depth about explosiveness in Judo and other grappling arts. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!...
Nov 21, 2022•34 min
Peter, a longtime Judoka, has been doing BJJ almost exclusively for the past year, and he has made some interesting observations about it. Now, he wants to share his thoughts with you and hear your thoughts! Do you agree with his thoughts and observations? Did he miss something? Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
Nov 16, 2022•20 min
Judo can be a frustrating sport, and Judokas often become frustrated with their lack of progress, but it doesn't have to be that way! In this episode, Shintaro and Peter offer some quick tips that can help you get better at Judo right away, so you can start throwing people! Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
Nov 08, 2022•19 min
It's not an understatement to say the black belt is one of the most coveted honors in many of the modern martial arts including Judo. It carries so much prestige and respect that people say someone's a "black belt" in an activity that is not related to martial arts at all. However, we often don't really think about what it really means to be a black belt. Does it mean that you're a master of an art? Does it mean that you immediately deserve respect from others around you? In this episode, Shinta...
Nov 01, 2022•36 min
Shintaro is back and we're back in business! In this come-back episode, we go on a deeper dive on a recurring theme on this podcast-- contextual grappling. What does it mean to be contextual when you're grappling? Take a 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!
Oct 25, 2022•22 min
As many of you know, it's been a crazy few weeks for Shintaro, but thanks to your support, Shintaro is doing much better. In this episode, Shintaro gives his thanks to everyone and provides some updates on how his recovery from the stroke is going and what he's been up to lately. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
Oct 18, 2022•25 min
When you start out in Judo, or any activities for that matter, consistency is key. However, people often have trouble staying consistent. They may start an activity with great enthusiasm, but it may fizzle out a few months later to the detriment to their progress. How can we then stay consistent? In this solo episode, Peter talks about what he does to stay consistent in a more sustainable way in Judo and other activities in life. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/s...
Oct 11, 2022•23 min
You might have noticed that Shintaro hasn't been posting videos and reels lately. You might have even messaged him to see if he's doing OK. In this episode, Shintaro gives a big life update and answers your questions on why he hasn't been active online lately. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
Oct 03, 2022•30 min
Using your opponent's action and reaction to your advantage is one of the key concepts of Judo. In order to do so, you need to be able to "read" your opponent. Everyone talks about the importance of reading your opponent, but what does it really mean? Is it about your opponent's balance? Is it about your opponent's preferred techniques? Or is it about your opponent's strategy? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter go in depth about how to effectively read your opponent to take your Judo to the nex...
Sep 26, 2022•31 min
This is a fun (maybe controversial even?) one: dating in the dojo! Is it OK, or should you avoid it at all costs? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter share their thoughts on how people should approach dating in the dojo. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
Sep 20, 2022•30 min
Rubber bands, jump ropes, dummies, etc... There are a myriad of training equipments for Judo and BJJ, almost too many! Do they really work, or are they just gimmicks? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter talk about their thoughts on these training equipments and their experiences using them. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
Sep 13, 2022•24 min
Many people listen to the Shintaro Higashi Show while heading to the dojo, driving, taking the bus or train, biking and walking. In this solo episode, Shintaro becomes your buddy and heads to the dojo with you while talking about his life in and outside of the dojo. Please support us on Patreon if you can: https://www.patreon.com/shintaro_higashi_show . Any amount helps!
Sep 05, 2022•32 min
