92 episodes

A Mixed Martial Arts talk show featuring Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belts David Avellan (creator of the Kimura Trap System and ADCC 2009 Bronze Medalist) and Robert Drysdale (2005 IBJJF World Champion, ADCC 2007 Absolute Champion, co-founder of Zenith BJJ). Both of them have extensive backgrounds in MMA and BJJ as students, competitors, coaches, and school owners - pulling on their combined experiences to discuss the mental aspect of training, proper preparation, championship mindset, and more.

Breaking The Guard Podcast breakingtheguard

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    • 4.8 • 27 Ratings

A Mixed Martial Arts talk show featuring Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belts David Avellan (creator of the Kimura Trap System and ADCC 2009 Bronze Medalist) and Robert Drysdale (2005 IBJJF World Champion, ADCC 2007 Absolute Champion, co-founder of Zenith BJJ). Both of them have extensive backgrounds in MMA and BJJ as students, competitors, coaches, and school owners - pulling on their combined experiences to discuss the mental aspect of training, proper preparation, championship mindset, and more.

    BTG 91 - Drop outs and Cheap shots

    BTG 91 - Drop outs and Cheap shots

    Conor McGregor drops out of his big fight with Michael Chandler, a B-Team member sucker punches a competitor at an ADCC in Austin, and other shenanigans take place where I give my thoughts on being a professional and conducting yourself with honor when choosing between big opportunities.
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    DavidMMA.com - David Avellan's new website, where he is posting new articles daily, new courses being posted frequently, covering techniques, news, fitness, breakdowns, and much more. You can join as a guest for free to see what the site has to offer.
    Follow us on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/BreakingGuardTag us on Social Media with #BreakingTheGuard

    • 31 min
    BTG 90 - Dropping Bombs

    BTG 90 - Dropping Bombs

    I cover OneFC 167, featuring Mikey Musucemi vs Gabriel Sousa in their rematch, and Kade Ruotolo's MMA debut against Blake Cooper. Then, we quickly review UFC Fight Night: Cannonier vs Imavov, before reflecting on why dropping a lot of f-bombs on a microphone didn't sound like music to my ears.
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    DavidMMA.com - David Avellan's new website, where he is posting new articles daily, new courses being posted frequently, covering techniques, news, fitness, breakdowns, and much more. You can join as a guest for free to see what the site has to offer.
    Follow us on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/BreakingGuardTag us on Social Media with #BreakingTheGuard

    • 20 min
    BTG 89 - The Mind Killer

    BTG 89 - The Mind Killer

    I talk about UFC 302 results and the EBI 10 year anniversary absolute tournament, and talk about what can end any skilled competitors chances of winning.
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    DavidMMA.com - David Avellan's new website, where he is posting new articles daily, new courses being posted frequently, covering techniques, news, fitness, breakdowns, and much more. You can join as a guest for free to see what the site has to offer.
    Follow us on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/BreakingGuardTag us on Social Media with #BreakingTheGuard

    • 29 min
    BTG 88 - Gold Medal Dreams and a Million Dollars

    BTG 88 - Gold Medal Dreams and a Million Dollars

    I cover the mess that took place with the AIGA Brazilian qualifiers, go into a fan question about abandoning a lucrative career to pursue a career as a professional martial artist, and then close on the Craig Jones Invitational tournament, offering million dollar prizes to the winners - and apparently Craig Jones isn't joking this time.
    Visit our sponsors:
    DavidMMA.com - David Avellan's new website, where he is posting new articles daily, new courses being posted frequently, covering techniques, news, fitness, breakdowns, and much more. You can join as a guest for free to see what the site has to offer.
    Follow us on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/BreakingGuardTag us on Social Media with #BreakingTheGuard

    • 48 min
    BTG 87 - That's Easy

    BTG 87 - That's Easy

    I talk a bit about recent events, potential team conflicts in ADCC worlds, and then go into the problem with saying something is easy.
    Visit our sponsors:
    DavidMMA.com - David Avellan's new website, where he is posting new articles daily, new courses being posted frequently, covering techniques, news, fitness, breakdowns, and much more. You can join as a guest for free to see what the site has to offer.
    Follow us on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/BreakingGuardTag us on Social Media with #BreakingTheGuard

    • 28 min
    BTG 86 - Remembering Iceland

    BTG 86 - Remembering Iceland

    I have just returned from a 14 day vacation from Iceland, and I recount my experiences there and also give you an update on my carnivore status. I also review the results from WNO 23: Meregali vs Rocha.
    Visit our sponsors:
    DavidMMA.com - David Avellan's new website, where he is posting new articles daily, new courses being posted frequently, covering techniques, news, fitness, breakdowns, and much more. You can join as a guest for free to see what the site has to offer.
    Follow us on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/BreakingGuardTag us on Social Media with #BreakingTheGuard

    • 32 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
27 Ratings

27 Ratings

javierbjj ,

Awesome show!

Great content and very articulated! Keep it up💪🏼

DJ anthony.mia ,

Great show.

Really good jiujitsu podcast!

Acure💪🏼 ,

Best bjj/MMA podcast out there

Very informative and entertaining stuff from two of the best coaches out there .

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