Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-Jitsu

Travis Motl
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Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-Jitsu

Are you a new Jiu-Jitsu practitioner? Do you ever wonder if others are going through the same things as you? If so, then the Elbows Tight Podcast is for you! In this podcast, Travis documents his journey through Jiu-Jitsu. He sits down with everyone from brand-new white belts to well-established black belts to discuss their experiences, challenges, and successes. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or just starting out, you'll find something to relate to in the Elbows Tight Podcast. So come in, grab a drink, and talk Jiu-Jitsu!

  1. NOV 9

    How to Transition from World Class Athlete to World Class Coach with Jeferson Guaresi

    In this episode, Travis interviews Jeferson Guaresi, who shares his journey from starting Jiu Jitsu in rural Brazil to becoming a successful competitor and coach in New York. Jeferson discusses his challenges, the importance of mentorship, and the cultural shifts he experienced. He emphasizes the significance of teaching and communication in coaching, as well as the role of tradition in Jiu-Jitsu. The conversation also touches on the mindset shift from competitor to coach and the development of guard retention skills. In this conversation, Jeferson Guaresi shares his insights on guard retention techniques, the balance between playing guard and being aggressive in competition, and the importance of situational training for beginners. He discusses his class structure, emphasizing the need for consistency and realistic student expectations. Guaresi also highlights the significance of self-defense in Jiu-Jitsu and reflects on his experiences in competition and transitioning to MMA. He concludes with advice for new practitioners, encouraging them to enjoy the journey and stay consistent in their training. Follow Jeferson: https://www.instagram.com/j.guaresi/ Get $25 off the JordanTeachesJiuJitsu Theory Course and Wrestling for BJJ with ELBOWSTIGHT25 at Checkout - https://courses.jordanteachesjiujitsu.com Get 15% off at https://saltelectrolytes.com with code Elbowstight15 at checkout! Get 15% off Your Order at https://limitlesstape.square.site/s/shop with Code "ELBOWSTIGHT15" at checkout! Join the El-Bros Facebook and Discord Communities! https://www.facebook.com/groups/elbroscommunity/ https://discord.gg/JCRvNdpm9S LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck, WA 98380 The Equipment Behind Elbows Tight Podcast: https://kit.co/ElbowsTightPodcast  Follow Our Social Media Pages! Instagram Podcast Page https://www.instagram.com/elbowstight/?hl=en Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ElbowsTightPodcast

    1h 7m

  2. OCT 28

    Keeping with Tradition vs. Innovation in Jiu-Jitsu

    In this episode of the Elbows Type Podcast, host Travis interviews Fabio Cannela, who shares his inspiring journey of overcoming a severe motorcycle accident that left him unable to train for two years. Fabio discusses the importance of self-study and the role of instructionals in Jiu-Jitsu, as well as the evolution of the sport from traditional practices to modern techniques. He emphasizes the need for a structured curriculum in teaching and the balance between maintaining traditions while embracing innovation. Fabio also offers valuable advice for new practitioners and insights into the challenges of running an academy, highlighting the significance of respect within the martial arts community. Get $25 off the JordanTeachesJiuJitsu Theory Course and Wrestling for BJJ with ELBOWSTIGHT25 at Checkout - https://courses.jordanteachesjiujitsu.com Get 15% off at https://saltelectrolytes.com with code Elbowstight15 at checkout! Get 15% off Your Order at https://limitlesstape.square.site/s/shop with Code "ELBOWSTIGHT15" at checkout! Join the El-Bros Facebook and Discord Communities! https://www.facebook.com/groups/elbroscommunity/ https://discord.gg/JCRvNdpm9S LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck, WA 98380 The Equipment Behind Elbows Tight Podcast: https://kit.co/ElbowsTightPodcast  Follow Our Social Media Pages! Instagram Podcast Page https://www.instagram.com/elbowstight/?hl=en Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ElbowsTightPodcast

    1h 2m

  3. OCT 17

    The BIGGEST Mistakes White Belts Make and How to Fix Them!

    In this engaging conversation, Andrew Zaragoza shares his journey from content creation to podcasting, discussing the challenges and triumphs along the way. He emphasizes the importance of community, personal growth through Jiu-Jitsu, and the accessibility of podcasting as a medium for anyone with a message to share. The discussion also touches on memorable guests, overcoming anxiety in competition, and the significance of making Jiu-Jitsu enjoyable. In this conversation, Andrew Zaragoza shares his journey in Jiu-Jitsu, discussing the mental and physical challenges he faced as a beginner, the importance of mindset during competitions, and the significance of celebrating small victories. He emphasizes the everyday struggles of new practitioners and the value of building relationships with experienced mentors to enhance learning and growth in the sport. In this conversation, Travis and Andrew delve into the world of Jiu-Jitsu, discussing the significance of geese, the community built around the sport, and the emotional journey of promotions. Andrew shares his personal experiences, from finding the right gear to the importance of feeling good on the mats. They also touch on the motivation that drives practitioners and offer advice for newcomers to the sport. FOLLOW ANDREW! https://www.instagram.com/iamandrewz/ Get $25 off the JordanTeachesJiuJitsu Theory Course and Wrestling for BJJ with ELBOWSTIGHT25 at Checkout - https://courses.jordanteachesjiujitsu.com Get 15% off at https://saltelectrolytes.com with code Elbowstight15 at checkout! Get 15% off Your Order at https://limitlesstape.square.site/s/shop with Code "ELBOWSTIGHT15" at checkout! Join the El-Bros Facebook and Discord Communities! https://www.facebook.com/groups/elbroscommunity/ https://discord.gg/JCRvNdpm9S LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck, WA 98380 The Equipment Behind Elbows Tight Podcast: https://kit.co/ElbowsTightPodcast  Follow Our Social Media Pages! Instagram Podcast Page https://www.instagram.com/elbowstight/?hl=en Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ElbowsTightPodcast

    1h 35m

  4. OCT 4

    How Jiu-Jitsu Helped Him Become a Better Firefighter!

    In this episode of Elbow's Tight podcast, host Travis engages in a deep conversation with Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and firefighter, Jiu-Jitsu House. They discuss the journey into Jiu-Jitsu, the impact of training on parenting, and the lessons learned through competition. The conversation also touches on the importance of understanding techniques, the role of Jiu-Jitsu in first responding, and the balance between teaching and learning styles. Jiu Jitsu House shares insights on handling losses, the significance of loyalty and lineage in Jiu-Jitsu, and his future goals in the sport. The episode concludes with valuable advice for new practitioners, emphasizing the importance of focusing on fundamentals and fighting for submissions. Follow General Milhouse: https://www.instagram.com/jiujitsu.house/ Get $25 off the JordanTeachesJiuJitsu Theory Course and Wrestling for BJJ with ELBOWSTIGHT25 at Checkout - https://courses.jordanteachesjiujitsu.com Get 15% off at https://saltelectrolytes.com with code Elbowstight15 at checkout! Get 15% off Your Order at https://limitlesstape.square.site/s/shop with Code "ELBOWSTIGHT15" at checkout! Join the El-Bros Facebook and Discord Communities! https://www.facebook.com/groups/elbroscommunity/ https://discord.gg/JCRvNdpm9S LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck, WA 98380 The Equipment Behind Elbows Tight Podcast: https://kit.co/ElbowsTightPodcast  Follow Our Social Media Pages! Instagram Podcast Page https://www.instagram.com/elbowstight/?hl=en Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ElbowsTightPodcast

    1h 6m

  5. SEP 12

    Building a Safe Martial Arts Community with Milton Campis!

    In this episode, Travis interviews Milton Campis, a seasoned Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and advocate for safety in martial arts academies. They discuss Milton's journey in Jiu-Jitsu, the importance of community and respect, and the challenges of injuries. Milton shares his experiences transitioning to a new academy and highlights the need for safety measures in martial arts through his initiative, Academy Safe. The conversation emphasizes the significance of humility, recovery, and creating a welcoming environment for new practitioners. Follow Milton! https://www.instagram.com/jiujitsudummies/ https://www.instagram.com/academysafe/ https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltdigitalmarketing/ Get $25 off the JordanTeachesJiuJitsu Theory Course and Wrestling for BJJ with ELBOWSTIGHT25 at Checkout - https://courses.jordanteachesjiujitsu.com Get 15% off at https://saltelectrolytes.com with code Elbowstight15 at checkout! Join the El-Bros Facebook and Discord Communities! https://www.facebook.com/groups/elbroscommunity/ https://discord.gg/JCRvNdpm9S LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck, WA 98380 The Equipment Behind Elbows Tight Podcast: https://kit.co/ElbowsTightPodcast  Follow Our Social Media Pages! Instagram Podcast Page https://www.instagram.com/elbowstight/?hl=en Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ElbowsTightPodcast 00:00 Introduction and Social Media Platforms 03:53 Dealing with Injuries 09:27 Ego and Humility in Jujitsu 13:44 Tapping Higher Belts as a White Belt 16:46 Learning from Losses in Jujitsu 18:32 Building Community and Respect 21:24 The Power of Humility 26:38 Creating a Welcoming Environment 32:29 Collaboration and Community 36:05 SALT Electrolytes 37:24 Traditions and Inappropriate Behavior 46:46 Misconduct in Martial Arts Academies 51:56 Creating Academy Safe 56:45 Implementing Safety Measures 01:03:57 Recovery and Listening to Your Body 01:09:03 Advice for New White Belts

    1h 14m

  6. AUG 16

    Lessons Learned From over 70 BJJ Competitions!

    In this episode of the Elbow's Tight podcast, Travis interviews his friend Josh, a Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and software engineer. They discuss various topics, including their backgrounds, Jiu-Jitsu journey, competition experiences, and the importance of communication and focusing on personal growth in Jiu-Jitsu. Josh shares his experience transitioning from Muay Thai to Jiu Jitsu and his challenges. He also talks about the mindset shift from focusing on external factors to internal factors in competition. Travis emphasizes the importance of enjoying the process and celebrating small victories along the Jiu-Jitsu journey. Travis and Josh discuss Josh's journey as a competitive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and content creator in this conversation. They talk about the challenges and mindset shifts Josh experienced during his competition streak, the importance of realistic expectations in competition, and the impact of the ecological approach to Jiu-Jitsu. They also touch on the role of being a full-time content creator and the positive and negative feedback that comes with it. Follow Josh! https://youtube.com/@joshbeambjj?si=u1pRAljiI4ge9ERe https://www.instagram.com/joshbeambjj 00:00 Introduction and Merchandise 00:55 Background and Connection 03:04 Transition to Software Engineering 06:04 Jiu-Jitsu Journey 11:51 The Importance of Communication in Jiu-Jitsu 16:03 Navigating the Challenges and Growth of Competition 21:52 Focusing on Internal Factors for a Fulfilling Jiu-Jitsu Journey 27:53 Overcoming Challenges and Emotional Moments 29:16 Dealing with Losses and Self-Doubt 30:57 Tracking Progress and Finding a New Way of Training 34:10 Unrealistic Expectations and the Importance of Competing 37:31 Advice for New White Belts 52:13 The Challenges and Rewards of Content Creation Get $25 off the JordanTeachesJiuJitsu Theory Course and Wrestling for BJJ with ELBOWSTIGHT25 at Checkout - https://courses.jordanteachesjiujitsu.com Get 15% off at https://saltelectrolytes.com with code Elbowstight15 at checkout! Join the El-Bros Facebook and Discord Communities! https://www.facebook.com/groups/elbroscommunity/ https://discord.gg/JCRvNdpm9S LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck, WA 98380 The Equipment Behind Elbows Tight Podcast: https://kit.co/ElbowsTightPodcast  Follow Our Social Media Pages! Instagram Podcast Page https://www.instagram.com/elbowstight/?hl=en Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ElbowsTightPodcast

    55 min

  7. AUG 3

    Balancing Expectations and Progression in Your BJJ Journey

    In this episode of the Elbows Tight podcast, host Travis interviews Riley Rogers, the owner of SALT Electrolytes and a brown belt in Jiu Jitsu. They discuss Riley's journey into Jiu-Jitsu, the importance of technicality and leverage in the sport, and the mindset of training at an older age. They also touch on rolling with lower belts and the significance of belts in Jiu-Jitsu. Riley shares his approach to teaching and preparing for classes, emphasizing the importance of curriculum and individualized instruction. In this part of the conversation, the principal themes revolve around the development of a jiu-jitsu coach and the use of strength and size in training. The subtopics include the reluctance to become a coach, the process of developing teaching skills, the use of strength and size in jiu-jitsu, and the importance of tapping early and controlling submissions. The conversation also touches on recovery strategies and the decision to decline rolling with certain partners. In this conversation, Travis and Riley discuss the importance of setting boundaries in Jiu-Jitsu and the negative connotation of turning down rolls. They also delve into the inspiration behind starting Salt Electrolytes, a clean and potent electrolyte drink. Riley shares his personal experience with dehydration and how it led him to develop a product that provides the necessary minerals for optimal performance. They also touch on the challenges of navigating the supplement industry and the importance of learning leverage in Jiu-Jitsu. Get $25 off the JordanTeachesJiuJitsu Theory Course and Wrestling for BJJ with ELBOWSTIGHT25 at Checkout - https://courses.jordanteachesjiujitsu.com Get 15% off at https://saltelectrolytes.com with code Elbowstight15 at checkout! Join the El-Bros Facebook and Discord Communities! https://www.facebook.com/groups/elbroscommunity/ https://discord.gg/sp2J8mPS LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck, WA 98380 The Equipment Behind Elbows Tight Podcast: https://kit.co/ElbowsTightPodcast  Follow Our Social Media Pages! Instagram Podcast Page https://www.instagram.com/elbowstight/?hl=en Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ElbowsTightPodcast 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Announcement 00:24 Getting to Know Riley Rogers 02:22 The Magic of Technicality in Jiu-Jitsu 05:59 Training at an Older Age: Balancing Aggression and Playfulness 08:16 The Significance of Belts in Jiu-Jitsu 13:56 Rolling with Lower Belts and the Importance of Mindset 16:56 Teaching Jiu Jitsu: Curriculum and Individualized Instruction 22:08 Preparing for Classes and Answering Student Questions 25:21 The Challenges and Rewards of Coaching Jiu-Jitsu 25:58 The Reluctance to Become a Jiu-Jitsu Coach 27:13 Developing Teaching Skills in Jiu-Jitsu 32:17 The Use of Strength and Size in Jiu-Jitsu 34:24 Tapping Early and Controlling Submissions 51:28 Recovery Strategies for Jiu-Jitsu Practitioners 54:38 Setting Boundaries in Jiu-Jitsu 57:15 The Inspiration Behind Salt Electrolytes 01:00:39 Dehydration and the Need for Electrolytes 01:04:08 Understanding the Role of Electrolytes in the Body 01:08:54 The Creation and Packaging of Salt Electrolytes 01:18:04 The Importance of Saltiness in Electrolyte Drinks 01:20:31 The Dangers of Hyponatremia and the Importance of Learning Leverage

    1h 13m

  8. JUN 21

    A Hobbyist Blue Belt's Hot Take About CJI and Life Update

    Get $25 off the JordanTeachesJiuJitsu Theory Course and Wrestling for BJJ with ELBOWSTIGHT25 at Checkout - https://courses.jordanteachesjiujitsu.com Join the El-Bros Facebook and Discord Communities! https://www.facebook.com/groups/elbroscommunity/ https://discord.gg/sp2J8mPS https://www.bjjee.com/bjj-news/mma-veteran-klls-man-in-self-defense-after-being-chased-down-with-a-knife/ LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck, WA 98380 The Equipment Behind Elbows Tight Podcast: https://kit.co/ElbowsTightPodcast  Follow Our Social Media Pages! Instagram Podcast Page https://www.instagram.com/elbowstight/?hl=en Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ElbowsTightPodcast 00:00 - Start 00:10 - Don't Be a Spazzy White Belt 02:12 - Don't Use Strength 04:00 - Leave Your Ego at the Door... 06:10 - Just Keep Showing Up! 08:05 - BJJ is for Everyone! 09:56 - Proving Your Rank 12:21 - Technique Always Beats Strength

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Are you a new Jiu-Jitsu practitioner? Do you ever wonder if others are going through the same things as you? If so, then the Elbows Tight Podcast is for you! In this podcast, Travis documents his journey through Jiu-Jitsu. He sits down with everyone from brand-new white belts to well-established black belts to discuss their experiences, challenges, and successes. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or just starting out, you'll find something to relate to in the Elbows Tight Podcast. So come in, grab a drink, and talk Jiu-Jitsu!

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