The Grapplezilla Podcast

Grapplezilla

Grappling, Wrestling, BJJ, Sambo, Judo, MMA, Chidaoba, Bokh, Catch Wrestling, Shooto, SSireum and more. We live and breathe everything about the Grappling arts. The history, the inside stories, and the tips that will make you a better grappler and a better human being. Now what makes our podcast different is we can veer off into unexpected territory and like a bunch of guys in the Wrestling team locker room, just have fun too! So come listen to our podcast and enjoy! The Grapplezilla Podcast.....Grab, Throw, Tap!

  1. #40 - Les Allen - Former Lion's Den Fighter, Pancrase and MMA Legend!

    11月10日

    #40 - Les Allen - Former Lion's Den Fighter, Pancrase and MMA Legend!

    🎙️ Welcome to The Grapplezilla Podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking to Les Allen who is an absolute legend and pioneer in the world of Pancrase and MMA. Get ready for a great insight into how it was in the early days of MMA and how it was to be part of Ken Shamrock’s Lion’s Den, training in Japan, Training in Brazil and the UK’s MMA scene. Whether you're a seasoned Grappler or just starting your journey, this one's packed with insights, stories, and techniques that'll level up your game. Don't miss it! You can check out Les Allen’s socials and website here: Website: https://www.lahybridcatchandbjj.com/ Instagram: @lahybridcatchwrestlingandbjj Threads: cc_catchwrestling I highly recommend checking out Les’s accounts and if you are in the Halifax area of the UK, you definitely want to check out Les’s school as Les truly is a great coach! I invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Wrestling, Judo, Grappling and MMA videos uploaded regularly. If you would like to buy me a coffee to help support my channel I will leave the link below as it is always appreciated: https://buymeacoffee.com/grapplezilla Also, I have some great Grapplezilla Merch, so if you are looking for awesome Wrestling , Grappling and Judo focused T-shirts and more, here is a link to my store: https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall.com/ Until next time…Grab, Throw, Tap. #catchwrestling #catchascatchcan #grapplingpodcast #catchwrestler #lesallen #lahybridcatchwrestlingandbjj #wrestlingstyle #martialarts #cacc #lionsden #pancrase

    1 小時 7 分鐘
  2. #39 - Val Childs - North American Catch Wrestling

    10月30日

    #39 - Val Childs - North American Catch Wrestling

    🎙️ Welcome to The Grapplezilla Podcast! In this episode, we're diving into North American Style Catch Wrestling with Val Childs! Get ready for a great insight into this style of Catch Wrestling as we explore the Val's viewpoint nd experience in the world of Catch Wrestling! Whether you're a seasoned Grappler or just starting your journey, this one's packed with insights, stories, and techniques that'll level up your game. Don't miss it!You can check out Val Child's socials and website here:Website: https://combatcitysa.comInstagram: @cc_catchwrestlingThreads: cc_catchwrestlingI highly recommend checking out Val's accounts and if you are in the San Antonio area, you definitely want to check out his Catch Wrestling school as Val is a great coach!I invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Wrestling, Judo, BJJ, Sambo, Catch Wrestling, Grappling and MMA content uploaded regularly.If you would like to buy me a coffee to help support my channel I will leave the link below as it is always appreciated:https://buymeacoffee.com/grapplezillaAlso, I have some great Grapplezilla Merch, so if you are looking for awesome Wrestling , Grappling and Judo focused T-shirts and more, here is a link to my store:https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall.com/Until next time…Grab, Throw, Tap.#catchwrestling #catchascatchcan #grapplingpodcast #catchwrestler #valchilds #combatcitycatchwrestling #wrestlingstyle #martialarts #cacc

    1 小時 26 分鐘
  3. #38 - The Hidden Science of Wrestling: 10 Secrets Only 0.01% Know

    10月14日

    #38 - The Hidden Science of Wrestling: 10 Secrets Only 0.01% Know

    🤼‍♂️ THE HIDDEN SCIENCE OF ELITE WRESTLING 🧠 Ever wonder why Olympic champions seem to react before their opponents even move? Or why your shots stop working in the third period even though your legs feel fine? This video reveals 10 scientific principles that elite wrestlers understand—but only 0.01% of competitors actually know. These aren't just techniques. These are the invisible systems that make techniques work. ⚡ WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: - Why elite wrestlers react in 120-180 milliseconds (while others take 300-500ms) - The exact heart rate zone that builds wrestling-specific endurance - How grip fatigue reduces your ENTIRE body's power by 20-30% - Why feints work at 180ms intervals (the psychology behind it) - The circadian rhythm secret: why time of day changes performance by 12-18% - How to read attacks 50-100ms BEFORE they happen - The stance drift that kills technique (and how to fix it) - Energy system transitions that cause sudden fatigue waves - The vestibular disruption elite wrestlers use to "disappear" - Positional economy: why champions concede points to save energy 📚 BASED ON REAL SPORTS SCIENCE: This isn't bro-science. Every concept is rooted in actual neuroscience, exercise physiology, biomechanics, and motor learning research. I've synthesized insights from: - Russian, Iranian, American, Turkish, Georgian, and Mongolian training systems - Sports science literature on reaction time, energy systems, and fatigue - Elite-level coaching methodologies used by Olympic programs ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) - Introduction: The 0.01% Advantage (00:42) - #1: Automatic Reactions vs Conscious Decisions (01:47) - #2: Lactate Tolerance Training (The Real Cardio) (02:55) - #3: Positional Economy (Wrestling as Chess) (04:00) - #4: Circadian Rhythm & Performance (05:07) - #5: The Grip Fatigue Cascade (06:18) - #6: Perfect Feinting Science (07:31) - #7: Biomechanical Stance Drift (08:39) - #8: Reading Pre-Movement Signals (09:40) - #9: Energy System Transitions (11:07) - #10: Vestibular System Attacks (12:18) - Final Thoughts: Applying This to Your Training 🎯 WHO THIS IS FOR: ✓ Wrestlers who want to understand the "why" behind elite performance ✓ Coaches looking for science-backed training methods ✓ Athletes who feel stuck at their current level ✓ Anyone fascinated by the intersection of sports and science ⚠️ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: The specific numbers and training protocols mentioned are based on sports science principles but should be considered starting points for exploration, not absolute prescriptions. Always work with qualified coaches and test what works for YOUR body. Want to dive deeper into these concepts? Check out: → Website: https://grapplezilla.com/ → IG: @GRAPPLEZILLA → YouTube: @grapplezilla 💬 LET'S DISCUSS: Which concept surprised you most? Drop a comment below! I read every single one and love discussing wrestling science with this community. 🎓 ABOUT GRAPPLEZILLA: We break down the science of grappling sports—wrestling, BJJ, judo—to help athletes train smarter, not just harder. Every video is researched, tested, and designed to give you an edge. If you would like to buy me a coffee to help support my channel I will leave the link below as it is always appreciated: https://buymeacoffee.com/grapplezilla Also, I have some great Grapplezilla Merch, so if you are looking for awesome Wrestling, Judo, and Grappling focused T-shirts and more, here is a link to my store: https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall.com/ If you enjoyed this Wrestling video, I invite you to subscribe to Grapplezilla’s YouTube Channel for more great Wrestling, Judo, Grappling, and MMA videos uploaded regularly. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for weekly wrestling science breakdowns 👍 LIKE if you learned something new 📤 SHARE with your training partners #Wrestling #WrestlingScience #SportsScience #WrestlingTraining #EliteWrestling #Grappling #WrestlingTechnique #AthleticPerformance #SportsPerformance #WrestlingTips

    14 分鐘
  4. #35 - Enrique Matute - Sambo, Judo & Life

    5月1日

    #35 - Enrique Matute - Sambo, Judo & Life

    On this episode of the Grapplezilla podcast, I had the pleasure of having Enrique Matute as a guest. Enrique is a great Sambo and Judo practitioner as well as has one of the most solid grappling backgrounds a martial artist can have. Enrique Matute has been consistently training in martial arts since 13 years old. His first two martial arts were Judo and Freestyle wrestling. After a few years of some modest success at competing Enrique wanted to try something new. He began his journey in BJJ and Combat SAMBO in 2017. He would later make the switch to precision MMA later that year.Enrique has his blackbelt (shodan) in Judo (2012) and purple belt in BJJ in ( 2022). He has competed in Judo (4th at Junior nationals and Hatashita International Silver and Bronze) Freestyle wrestling, BJJ ( Silver at the Canadian BJJ Nationals), and SAMBO ( both Sport Sambo and Combat Sambo) (Arnold sports festival Battle of Columbus 2023) and has achieved modest results. Enrique continues to compete and has started teaching at Precision Martial Arts as the Grappling coach If you enjoyed this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Grappling focused content uploaded regularly! --------------------------------------------------------------------- You can follow Enrique Matute through his social accounts below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoyajudoka --------------------------------------------------------------------- Check out our Grapplezilla Merch at our store below, we have great merch for Grapplers from any style and it helps support the Grapplezilla Podcast: https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall.com/ Until next episode, Grab, Throw, Tap!

    1 小時 12 分鐘
  5. #34 - Liav Ben Shalom - Coaching Kids, MMA & Life.

    4月27日

    #34 - Liav Ben Shalom - Coaching Kids, MMA & Life.

    On this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, I had the pleasure of having Liav Ben Shalom as a guest on this episode.. Liav is an excellent coach with kids and his methodologies produce results when coaching kids. He has over 15 years experience in guiding and coaching children, youth and adults as well as Liav has been practicing martial arts since 2004. Liav holds a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, has a very good striking and self defense background and currently runs the Akachi Academy in Tel Aviv Israel. He also holds an international referee certificate (Jiu-Jitsu) from the ADCC Submission Fighting Organization. We dive into how he teaches kids as well as youth and adults, how he deals not only with kids but their parents in building a child’s confidence, we speak about MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling and the current state of Grappling and of course we speak about his love for Japanese Anime (Which I found very cool). Just a small correction on a comment I made about the latest Nick Rodriguez vs Kaynan Duarte at the grappling competition - Who’s Number One 27 on April 18 2025. I said that Nick Rodriguez had submitted Kaynan Duarte (as I only saw brief clips of the match) and I was not correct as Nick did not submit Kaynan although he did beat Kaynan to win the match. If you enjoyed this grappling podcast, we invite you to subscribe to Grapplezilla podcast for more great Grappling, Wrestling, Judo, BJJ, Sambo, Chidaoba, Bokh and MMA content uploaded regularly! Here are Liav Ben Shalom’s social media accounts and website: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akachi_academy YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mmakachiacademy Website: https://www.akachi.co.il/ You can also check out our great Grapplezilla Merch at our store here:https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall.com/ Until next time, have a great day and Grab, Throw, Tap!

    1 小時 18 分鐘
  6. #33 - Sambo World Champion - Tariel Abbasov

    4月15日

    #33 - Sambo World Champion - Tariel Abbasov

    🎙️ Grapplezilla Podcast Ep.33 | Tariel Abbasov: Combat Sambo World Champion and MMA Fighter 🥋💪Join us for an explosive episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast as we sit down with Tariel Abbasov, a powerhouse in MMA and Combat Sambo World Champion! 🥊 Tariel shares his journey from the mats to the cage, diving into his training, mindset, and thoughts on combat sports. From Sambo's technical mastery to MMA's raw intensity, this convo is packed with insights for fighters and fans alike! 🔥In this gripping episode, Tariel opens up about the challenges he faced breaking into the competitive world of Combat Sambo, including the sacrifices and discipline it took to compete at the highest levels. He reflects on how his Sambo background gave him a unique edge in MMA, blending fluid grappling with devastating throws. Whether you’re a seasoned fighter or just love the sport, Tariel’s stories of grit and glory will leave you inspired.💥We also dive into the mental side of fighting—how Tariel stays calm under pressure and what drives him to keep pushing forward. Plus, he drops some practical advice for anyone looking to step up their training game or chase their dreams in martial arts. 🥇This is one episode you don’t want to miss! 🎯👉 In this episode:- Tariel’s rise in Sambo and MMA 🥇- His thoughts on different Grappling styles 💥- Mental tips for aspiring fighters 🥋🎧 Listen, like, and subscribe for more Grapplezilla Podcast episodes! Drop your thoughts in the comments—what’s your favorite Tariel Abbasov fight? 👇Connect with us:🌐 Website: Grapplezilla.com📸 Instagram: grapplezilla 🔴 YouTube: @grapplezillaGuest Links:📸 Tariel Abbasov Instagram: tariel_mma🔔 Don’t miss out—hit that notification bell for more combat sports content! 🔔#GrapplezillaPodcast #TarielAbbasov #mma #sambo #MartialArts #podcast

    59 分鐘

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Grappling, Wrestling, BJJ, Sambo, Judo, MMA, Chidaoba, Bokh, Catch Wrestling, Shooto, SSireum and more. We live and breathe everything about the Grappling arts. The history, the inside stories, and the tips that will make you a better grappler and a better human being. Now what makes our podcast different is we can veer off into unexpected territory and like a bunch of guys in the Wrestling team locker room, just have fun too! So come listen to our podcast and enjoy! The Grapplezilla Podcast.....Grab, Throw, Tap!