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The Chewjitsu Podcast
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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.
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Training and Competing As An Older Grappler With BJJ Black Belt Brad Steinborn (Episode 417)
6d ago01:21:27Tap to summarizeOn this episode of the podcast we are joined by BJJ black belt and Master's competitor Brad Steinborn. Brad discusses the importance of focusing on diet, strength training, and recovery outside the gym. We also discuss "Volume Training" and the type of lifting Brad has done since he has gotten older, how to adjust to training as you get older, how Brad's BJJ game has evolved, thoughts on drilling, the goals Brad had when he started training and why he continues to train, training yourself to be calm in complex situations through Jiu-Jitsu, staying busy outside of Jiu-Jitsu and giving back to his community, the most valuable Jiu-Jitsu lesson he has learned, and how he balances family, a career, and training BJJ. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Datsusara, head over to https://www.dsgear.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of the highest quality hemp gear for BJJ. Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. 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://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
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Director of the Ohio Department of Public Safety Andy Wilson (Episode 416)
2w ago01:21:16Tap to summarizeOn this episode of the podcast we are joined by the Director of the Ohio Department of Public Safety Andy Wilson. Director Wilson discusses his responsibilities as the Director of Public Safety In Ohio, the importance and effectiveness of Jiu-Jitsu and defensive tactics for police officers for de-escalation and safe management in arrests and altercations, the barriers to implementing Jiu-Jitsu training for police officers, how fear can impact decision making, fear inoculation, why there is a resistance to officers training BJJ, the physical fitness requirements for law enforcement and whether these tests are adequate and appropriate, why BJJ is "the great equalizer," the idea of "Throwdown Thursday," what adequate training for officers should be, and the idea behind "The Battle of Boots and Badges." To learn more about "The Battle of Boots and Badges" click here: https://smoothcomp.com/en/event/29303 Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Datsusara, head over to https://www.dsgear.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of the highest quality hemp gear for BJJ. Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. 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://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
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BJJ Black Belt William Tackett (Episode 415)
3w ago01:39:41Tap to summarizeOn this episode of the podcast, we are joined by multiple time ADCC trials winner, ADCC veteran, CJI veteran, and UFC BJJ athlete William Tackett. William discusses the importance of making exciting matches, the worst rule sets for BJJ, one thing that most promotions get wrong when making exciting matches, the unique challenges of competing in multiple 5 minute rounds, how training at a smaller gym helped him achieve success in competition, avoiding burnout, the importance of rest, drilling vs. Eco training, the unique differences between the UFC BJJ "Bowl" and the CJI "Pit," the importance of "head height," the benefits of signing an exclusive contract with UFC BJJ, and his upcoming match at "UFC BJJ 8" on May 21st, 2026. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Datsusara, head over to https://www.dsgear.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of the highest quality hemp gear for BJJ. Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. 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://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
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PGF Season 9 Champion Kevin Beuhring (Episode 414)
4w ago01:26:58Tap to summarizeOn this episode of the podcast, we are joined by PGF Season 9 Champion and 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt Kevin Beuhring. Kevin discusses what it was like being away from home for 6 weeks while competing at the PGF, what life has been like after winning the PGF title, the depressed state that follows a big accomplishment, how Kevin prepared for the PGF, the zone of command that makes grapplers elite, what makes a great coach, why Kevin started training, the mindset to come back from a loss, "Signal vs. Noise," creating dilemmas, and Kevin's goals for the future. You can follow Kevin on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/kevinbeuhring/ Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Datsusara, head over to https://www.dsgear.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of the highest quality hemp gear for BJJ. Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. 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://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
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How To Use Deliberate Practice To Improve In BJJ (Episode 413)
May 401:13:46Tap to summarizeOn this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss the main principles of "deliberate practice" from the book "Peak" by Anders Ericsson and how to better develop and maximize progress in BJJ. We discuss why talent is overrated, why some people excel physically at specific sports and why BJJ is unique, training for skill and not for knowledge, why developing skill is a "messy process," what makes a "skilled" coach in BJJ, the importance of having a "mental representation" of the technique, trying to acquire skill is not always fun, and how to get out of plateaus. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Datsusara, head over to https://www.dsgear.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of the highest quality hemp gear for BJJ. Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. 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://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
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Is TRT Cheating In BJJ? (Episode 412)
Apr 2701:17:01Tap to summarizeOn this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss TRT, Chewy's experience with it, and whether using TRT in BJJ is cheating. Chewy shares his first experience with steroids, if intent matters when using Testosterone, women using TRT, the issues with modern medicine, potential injuries from abusing Testosterone, if BJJ should have stricter testing, and the stigmas around Testosterone use. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Datsusara, head over to https://www.dsgear.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of the highest quality hemp gear for BJJ. Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. 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://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
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Rapid Fire Q&A With Chewy and Eugene (Episode 411)
Apr 2001:14:49Tap to summarizeOn this episode, Chewy and Eugene chat about internet trolls and we also answer some questions we have received though e-mails, YouTube, and Instagram. Chewy discusses how an internet troll helped bring the gym together and how to respond to internet trolls. Q&A: 1. Which belt in BJJ was the longest and most difficult? 2. What have we wanted to change about ourselves? 3. Have we had to deal with any mental health issues? 4. What are our favorite RPGs (Role Playing Games)? 5. Could you catch or beat your instructor when you got promoted? Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Datsusara, head over to https://www.dsgear.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of the highest quality hemp gear for BJJ. Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. 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://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
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Datsusara Founder and BJJ Blue Belt Chris Odell (Episode 410)
Apr 1301:27:19Tap to summarizeChris Odell is the founder and creative director of Datsusara, a martial arts bag and apparel company focused on creating high quality hemp gear for grapplers. Chris joins the podcast to discuss his start in martial arts, finding BJJ, being a blue belt for 10 years, coming back to BJJ after a 7 year break, the impact moving frequently had on his BJJ, starting Datsusara, working with Joe Rogan and Eddie Bravo, why buying quality items is important, the importance of BJJ for community, his goals for Datsusara, and Chris's love for vintage items. To check out our newest sponsor, Datsusara, head over to https://www.dsgear.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of the highest quality hemp gear for BJJ and also check out https://www.odellsports.com/ for sports and leisure apparel made of help and organic cotton. Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. 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://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
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A Birthday Message I Wish Someone Sent Me At 25 - Part 3 (Episode 409)
Apr 601:05:55Tap to summarizeIn part 3 of this series, Chewy shares the last 5 ideas that he wishes he received when he was 25 years old to help with getting the most out of life. On this episode we discuss the following ideas: Why having an immense amount of "mental weight" on your shoulders everyday gives purpose. Why to avoid debt like the plague. Why you should avoid this misquoted bible verse. You will screw up a lot, but being reflective towards it will help you become the person you want to be. Why you must guard yourself from distractions. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. 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://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
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A Birthday Message I Wish Someone Sent Me At 25 - Part 2 (Episode 408)
Mar 3000:54:55Tap to summarizeIn part 2 of this series, Chewy shares 5 more ideas that he wishes he received when he was 25 years old to help with getting the most out of life. On this episode we discuss the following ideas: Why Chewy and his wife lived in a small apartment (one of Chewy's favorite "money moments"). Why Chewy bought a car with cash and plans to drive it until the wheels fall off. Why Chewy never bought his wife an expensive wedding ring or had an extravagant wedding. Why Chewy chose to live in a modest home and waited for the right time to purchase a property. Chewy discusses that even though he may work a lot, the work he does is meaningful. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. 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://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
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