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#321 What was the Highest Percentage Submission of 2023? Stats Recap

Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events - January 09, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap the 2023 Grappling Conjectures stats breakdown of 2023. Recorded 12-7-2024

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#163 - Happy Holidays! BJJ Topic Smash

Beyond Jiu Jitsu - January 08, 2024 09:59 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
In this episode, the lads banter about random topics to celebrate the holidays. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro and Banter 4:30 Christmas in different countries 14:20 Making jiujitsu a career 27:50 Adam's Gross Knee 36:45 Making jiujitsu content 55:30 Wearing the game kit, why tho? 59:30 Adam, the bad b...

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179: New Year Reset: Intention, a Shift in Perspective, and Announcing the Theme for Roll Model Camp 2024

Beauty and the Gi: Gripping Conversations about Jiu-Jitsu and Life - January 04, 2024 06:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
As we roll into a new year, there's a sense of renewal and possibility. We are kicking off the new year by talking about intention, embracing a shift in perspective, and announcing the Roll Model Camp 2024 theme!    If you Love the Podcast, Share it with a Friend! You can also leave us a 5...

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#320 Fury Grappling 8 and Medusa 5 Recap

Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events - January 02, 2024 05:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap Fury Grappling 8 and Medusa 5.  In the recap section we discuss Fury Pro Grappling 8 with main event  Kevin Dantzler vs Aljamain Sterling in a match that saw an armbar attempt from Dantzler to take the decision.  We talk about the exciting suplex g...

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#319 Best BJJ Moments of 2023

Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events - December 26, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap the best moments of 2023.  We recap the best male and female grapplers of 2023, the best submissions of 2023, the breakout grappler of the year, and best moments of 2023.  Recorded 12-24-2023

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178: Rolling into 2024: Creating Your Yearly Game Plan for Life On and Off the Mat

Beauty and the Gi: Gripping Conversations about Jiu-Jitsu and Life - December 21, 2023 12:42 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Are you ready to roll into 2024 with a game plan to help get what you want out of life on and off the mat? This is not just another episode about goal setting. The time has come to sharpen our focus and develop a strategic game plan for success.  You know Coach AJ loves a game plan! Whether yo...

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#318 AIGA Championship How Team Modolfo Won 50K Recap

Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events - December 19, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
This week on the show Maine and Josh recap the AIGA championship, we talk about select matches from the 2 day event, and recap how team Modolfo won the 50K championship.  In the news section we talk about Nicholas Meregali visa issues per his post and speculate on how this might affect his comp...

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#162 - "Stop Yelling at Me" | Different Jiujitsu Coaching Styles

Beyond Jiu Jitsu - December 15, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
In this episode, Adam and Kieren talk about the different coaching styles and how they best respond to encouragement from coaches. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro and Banter 3:33 The "official" heel hooks in Gi poll results 10:38 Coaching Styles and Instruction 15:58 Military Instruction - Kieren's Expe...

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#317 MEGA RECAP Fight Pass Invitational 5 and 2023 IBJJF NoGI Worlds

Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events - December 12, 2023 05:00 - 2 hours ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap the Fight Pass Invitational 5 FPI 5, and the 2023 IBJJF No-GI Worlds. Plus preview the teams for AIGA Championship. In news we talk about the ONE FC apprentice Season 2 launching in Asia. the 50k belt match proposal between Nicky Rod and Gordon Ryan...

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#161 - Jiujitsu Injuries and Rule Changes

Beyond Jiu Jitsu - December 08, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
Ep. 161 - Jiujitsu Injuries and Rule Changes In this episode, the lads talk about the current state of the IBBJ rules, injuries in competing and heel hooks in the gi. Vote in the official poll for heel hooks in the gi: https://www.youtube.com/@KierenLefevre/community Timestamps: 0:00 Intros &...

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177: What to do When You Think Your Jiu Jitsu is Garbage

Beauty and the Gi: Gripping Conversations about Jiu-Jitsu and Life - December 07, 2023 06:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Have you ever had one of those days when you felt like your Jiu-Jitsu was total garbage? How do you work through it? This episode was recorded right after Jen had one of those days. Coach AJ shares her wisdom on how to work through it. We also discuss finding your Zen while stuck in an uncom...

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#316 WNO 21 Recap UFC Fight Pass Invitational 5 Preview

Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events - December 05, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap the WNO 21 card, Arte Suave 30, Subversion Ascension, and preview UFC Fight Pass Invitational 5, Finishers Money in the Bank, and talk IBJJF No-Gi Worlds. In the recap section of the show we talk about WNO and discuss the technical points of the mat...

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#160 - Ask a Black Belt Q&A 14, Injuries, Supplements, Competing and more!

Beyond Jiu Jitsu - December 01, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
In this Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast episode, Adam and Kieren answer your questions! We cover returning from injuries, supplements for jiujitsu, competing and much more! Tune into this Q&A episode and get your jiujitsu ear candy for the week 💪🏽 Thank you to everyone who submitted a question! Time...

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#315 ADCC Asian and Oceanic Trials Recap

Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events - November 28, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap the ADCC Asian and Oceanic Trials 2023, we recap Trixle Sports, and Preview WNO Formerly Gordon Ryan Vs Lucas Hulk Barbosa. We recap every ADCC Trials Final Starting off with -66kg final between Ethan Thomas vs Minoru Takeuchi, then the -77kg final ...

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#159 - My Jiujitsu is Cringe

Beyond Jiu Jitsu - November 24, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast co-hosts Adam and Kieren discuss how cringe Kieren's jiujitsu is... Timestamps: 0:00 Intro and Off Topic Banter 9:30 Mega Cringe 51:35 Adam's 'Something Interesting' 54:45 Kieren's 'Something Interesting' 1:01:35 Listener Responses to Our Questio...

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176: Wrestling with the Decision to Compete and the Emotional Rollercoaster of a Jiu Jitsu Competition

Beauty and the Gi: Gripping Conversations about Jiu-Jitsu and Life - November 23, 2023 12:43 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Has wrestling with doubt and uncertainty ever kept you from registering for a Jiu-Jitsu tournament? Normally, when it’s time to register for a tournament, AJ is all about the game plan, building up to the big day with intense training and focus. But this time, things were different. She found ...

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#314 IBJJF Crown & Grapplefest 17 Recap

Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events - November 21, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
This week on the show Maine and Austin recap the 2023 IBJJF Crown, and Grapplefest 17.  We also preview ADCC Asian and Oceanic Trials.  In the news section of the show we discuss ADCC announcing an ADCC open in the Walter Pyramid in California. In the recap section we discuss Willian Tackett V...

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#158 - Asking Yourself Why

Beyond Jiu Jitsu - November 17, 2023 10:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
In this episode of the Beyond Jiu Jitsu Podcast co-hosts Adam and Kieren discuss why they started training Jiu Jitsu. Adam goes into his recent quest to discover his "why" in other areas of his life. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro and Banter 3:55 Listener Responses to Our Questions 16:00 The Importance...

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#313 3 EBI Rules Event in One Weekend Main Character 2, MW Finishers+ Finishers Recap

Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events - November 14, 2023 05:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap Main Character Jiu Jitsu 2 event, Midwest Finishers, and Finishers WNO qualifier we also preview the IBJJF Crown, and Grapplefest 17. In the recap section of the show we talk about Main Character Jiu Jitsu 2 185 pound bracket that saw Ryan Aitken vs...

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#157 - Why you're not getting better at BJJ

Beyond Jiu Jitsu - November 10, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
In this episode Adam and Kieren talk about some things that are probably holding you back from reaching your BJJ potential. If you're a hobbiest or a hardcore jiujitsu nerd, there's something here that will help you out. Chapters: 0:00 Intro Banter 8:00 you don't train enough 31:00 trust the pr...

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175: What Do You Do When You Want to Quit Jiu Jitsu?

Beauty and the Gi: Gripping Conversations about Jiu-Jitsu and Life - November 09, 2023 11:42 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Turns out you can be obsessed with Jiu Jitsu and still have days when you've wanted to quit. You can even love Jiu Jitsu, but there will be days when you don’t like it. Have you ever wanted to quit Jiu Jitsu? How do you reignite the spark when this happens? We’ve got a gameplan to help you fin...

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#312 Craig Jones Settles Beef at Polaris 26 Recap

Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events - November 07, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap Polaris 26 headlines by Craig Jones. Craig Jones vs Gerald Meerschaert plus Kendall Reusing retaining her absolute title against Leticia Cardozo.  We recap the inaugural Middleweight One FC Grappling match between Tye Ruotolo Vs. Magomed Abdulkadirov...

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#156 - Don't be "THAT" Guy... Avoid These BJJ Mistakes

Beyond Jiu Jitsu - November 03, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
In this episode, Adam and Kieren talk about some common mistakes among beginner and intermediate jiujitsu players. Chapters: 0:00 Intro and Banter 9:58 Mistake 1 25:30 Mistake 2 32:15 Mistake 3 44:45 Mistake 4 1:17:50 Mistake 5 1:31:20 Adam's 'Something Interesting' 1:34:08 Kieren's 'Something ...

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#311 Craig Jones vs Gerald Meerschaert Polaris 26 Preview

Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events - October 31, 2023 04:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap F2W 239 in Baltimore MD that the Grappling Rewind crew did commentary for we also talk abnout Max Hanson SOGI 155 title run.   In the recap section we talk about the main event of Fight to Win 239 Tadiyah Danforth vs Estevan Martinez, and the action...

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Ep.155 - Dealing with Losing a Comp and Straight Ankle Lock Deep Dive

Beyond Jiu Jitsu - October 27, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
In this episode, Kieren talks about his recent experience competing and how he's planning on bouncing back from the loss. Adam shares what he's been working on over the last 12 weeks, the straight ankle lock. Links, Resources and Videos Mentioned in the Episode: Alec Baulding's YouTube Video:...

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174: Always Getting Paired with the New Girl in Jiu Jitsu Class - Frustration or Opportunity?

Beauty and the Gi: Gripping Conversations about Jiu-Jitsu and Life - October 26, 2023 14:24 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
Picture it: you're the only woman in your Jiu-Jitsu class. You’ve shown up consistently, you work hard, you’re training for your next tournament, but now there's a new twist. Your coach expects you always to be the one to train with every new woman who walks through the door. Your frustration bu...

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Cauliflower Philosophy 37 - Augusto Ferrari

Cauliflower Philosophy - October 26, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour
Today is a special day because I am speaking to a master I've met before at the beginning of my journey in a seminar I had while living in Belgium as a blue belt. Funny how the world spins and we end up sitting across from each other and having an actual conversation now for the podcast where we...

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#310 ADXC 1 Recap Are 3 Minute BJJ Rounds Too Short?

Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events - October 24, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
This week on the show Maine and Josh recap ADXC 1 the inaugural event. We also talk about the weeks BJJ related news.  In the recap for ADXC we talk about the matchmaking and the event production as well as some of the decisions and clarity we need from the scoring and judging criteria for the...

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#154 - Losing Weight and BJJ... A Discussion

Beyond Jiu Jitsu - October 20, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
In this episode, we talk about losing weight for BJJ, calorie deficits and other nutrition-related topics for jiujitsu. Chapters: 0:00 Intro, catch-up and Kieren's weight bracket 12:05 Nutrition Discussion Starts Here 12:38 Calories in vs. Calorie Out 17:12 Calorie Deficit 27:48 How to Stay Mot...

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#309 ADCC 2023 East Coast Trials Finals Recap Day 2

Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events - October 17, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap the 2023 ADCC North American Trials that took place this weekend in Atlantic City NJ.  We talked about being at the event live and the feeling of the entire event. Plus recapped the entirety of day 2 of the world qualifying event.  We talked about ...