314 episodes

The Chewjitsu Podcast features your host BJJ Black Belt Nick "Chewy" Albin of chewjitsu.net and his co-host BJJ Black Belt and Physical Therapist Dr. Eugene Tsozik.
The show covers topics such as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, training, diet, health and injury-prevention, Q&A sessions, and interviews.

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The Chewjitsu Podcast features your host BJJ Black Belt Nick "Chewy" Albin of chewjitsu.net and his co-host BJJ Black Belt and Physical Therapist Dr. Eugene Tsozik.
The show covers topics such as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, training, diet, health and injury-prevention, Q&A sessions, and interviews.

    Episode 308 - How To Beat Bigger Grapplers With Mike Perez

    Episode 308 - How To Beat Bigger Grapplers With Mike Perez

    Mike Perez is an ATOS Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, high level competitor, and the 2024 ADCC West Coast Trials +99 KG winner.
    On this episode, Mike discusses his start in grappling, choosing to train at ATOS Jiu-Jitsu with Andre Galvao, the strategies Mike used against the bigger grappler at the 2024 ADCC West Coast Trials, the main technique Mike avoids against bigger grapplers, why Mike chose to go up in weight to compete at the +99 kg division at ADCC West Coast trials, how to avoid getting crushed by the larger grappler, why Mike made the decision to stop drinking alcohol, the importance of making better lifestyle choices when you get into your 30’s, dealing with nerves and pressure of competition, and Mike's pre-competition routine.
    Thanks to the podcast sponsors:
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    Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

    • 1 hr 19 min
    Episode 307 - One Thing All Of The Best Competitors Do (Q&A)

    Episode 307 - One Thing All Of The Best Competitors Do (Q&A)

    On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene answer some listener questions.
    What is one thing that all great competitors do? How to deal with a coach who acts like a “needy ex”? Should you compete in the Adult or Masters division as a 35 year old hobbyist? What is the proper etiquette for rolling with a disabled grappler? How to improve in BJJ with an unpredictable and sometimes limited training schedule? Thanks to the podcast sponsors:
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    • 1 hr 8 min
    Episode 306 - Takeaways From ADCC West Coast Trials 2024

    Episode 306 - Takeaways From ADCC West Coast Trials 2024

    On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss some key takeaways from the 2024 ADCC West Coast Trials.
    We discuss how several former trials losers became trials winners in 2024, how to best prepare for ADCC trials, why there is no “meta,” the importance of sticking to your style and game plan, the main differences between the ADCC trials from 2018 to 2024, most competitors are competing with injuries, if belt rank matters at high level competitions, the importance of being in shape, why you should focus on the “verb” instead of the “noun,” how to make the “no points” part of the ADCC match more exciting, and sticking with your winning strategy.
    Thanks to the podcast sponsors:
    Charlotte's Web CBD.
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    Epic Roll BJJ.
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    Manscaped.
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    Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

    • 1 hr 19 min
    Episode 305 - The Curse Of Being Gifted At BJJ Early On

    Episode 305 - The Curse Of Being Gifted At BJJ Early On

    On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss the idea of why struggling with Jiu-Jitsu early on can be a benefit.
    We also discuss why every defect has a positive effect, finding the love for training, why time is your ally in BJJ, when BJJ athletes who were slower starters begin to improve, one of the biggest hinderances in improving your BJJ, the value of studying longer form content, how to better learn a technique, the evolution of skill through the belt ranks, why every curse becomes a benefit, how to tell if BJJ is not for you, and expectations vs. standards.
    Thanks to the podcast sponsors:
    Charlotte's Web CBD.
    Head over to https://bit.ly/chewjitsu30 and use the promo code Chewjitsu30 to get 30% off of your total purchase.
    Epic Roll BJJ.
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    Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

    • 1 hr 21 min
    Episode 304 - How To Overcome Fear Of Takedowns In BJJ

    Episode 304 - How To Overcome Fear Of Takedowns In BJJ

    On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss how to overcome the fear of takedowns in Jiu-Jitsu.
    We discuss one of the main things Jiu-Jitsu does wrong when training takedowns, the importance of training takedowns with someone that is similar to your weight to decrease injuries and to improve success, how to build confidence in your takedowns, when it is ok to “cherry pick” your training partners, why takedowns have the highest risk of injury, the first thing to focus on when working on takedowns, one of the most important attributes of an experienced BJJ practitioner, Chewy’s preferred takedowns to teach BJJ white belts, the lowest risk and highest reward Gi takedown, how to train Judo throws, the most dangerous standing techniques, and the benefit of having wrestling-specific or takedown specific grappling classes.
    Thanks to the podcast sponsors:
    Charlotte's Web CBD.
    Head over to https://bit.ly/chewjitsu30 and use the promo code Chewjitsu30 to get 30% off of your total purchase.
    Epic Roll BJJ.
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    Manscaped.
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    Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

    • 1 hr 19 min
    Episode 303 - Chad "The Beast" Hardy

    Episode 303 - Chad "The Beast" Hardy

    On this episode, we are joined by Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and Owner of Guardian MMA, Chad “The Beast” Hardy. 
     

    Chad discusses recovering from a severe injury, the crazy story of Chad competing against a 300 lb. wrestler when he was 14 years old, how to modify training to get through a major injury, how Chad improved his BJJ while injured, “The Hardy Hit Squad,” becoming a leader in the gym, changing gyms as a black belt, gym owership, the importance of choosing your training partners, and being a "Mat Enforcer."
     
    Also check out the after podcast conversation about gaining life experience through Jiu-Jitsu, the importance of movement, and the brain-body connection.
     
    Thanks to the podcast sponsors:
    Charlotte's Web CBD.
    Head over to https://bit.ly/chewjitsu30 and use the promo code Chewjitsu30 to get 30% off of your total purchase.
    Epic Roll BJJ.
    Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase.
    Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

    • 1 hr 37 min

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