Podcast
The CombatSupps Podcast
Hosted by Eric Herrera · EN
With host Eric Herrera we explore all the ways to become better men on and off the mats.
We will dive deep in to Combat Sports Training, Nutrition, Strength & Conditioning, Supplementation and Mindset.
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#24 Flavio Almeida
Dec 7, 202100:38:49Tap to summarizeProfessor Flavio Almeida has transitioned from successful Jiu Jitsu competitor (2007 ADCC Silver Medalist, Multiple Black Belt Masters World Champion) to successful businessman. He has been the driving force behind Gracie Barra's growth in North America. In this episode he tells us how he has applied what he learned on the mats to his business career, how he continues to train as a Masters athlete and where he's heading both professionally and personally. He shares some key tips to get ready for competition and how to stay young forever. Make sure you follow him on Instagram @flavioalmeidagb and listen to his episode of The CombatSupps Podcast. Don’t Skip Training Just Because You’re Not “Feeling IT”. Long Days at Work, Feeling Beat Up? These are all excuses we give ourselves to skip training. The problem is, as we train less we get beat up more. Instead, use BEFORE as your secret weapon to keep you on the mats and soon you'll become the Hammer instead of the Nail. Go to CombatSupps.com and use the promo code Podcast to save 15% on your order.
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#23 Nathalie "Tata" Ribeiro
Nov 10, 202100:40:24Tap to summarizeTata is at the top of the heap when it comes to female competitors. She's a No-Gi World Champ and a Pans Champ in both the Gi and No-Gi. What's the secret to her success, she keeps it simple. She doesn't do any crazy submissions, she focuses on triangles and taking the back. She doesn't follow the latest diet trends, she monitors her caloric intake and she pays attention to how much water she drinks. That's part of the beauty in her approach to Jiu Jitsu, her mastery of the basics. Make sure you follow her on Instagram @tatawribeiro and listen to her episode of The CombatSupps Podcast. Don’t Skip Training Just Because You’re Not “Feeling IT”. Long Days at Work, Feeling Beat Up? These are all excuses we give ourselves to skip training. The problem is, as we train less we get beat up more. Instead, use BEFORE as your secret weapon to keep you on the mats and soon you'll become the Hammer instead of the Nail. Go to CombatSupps.com and use the promo code Podcast to save 15% on your order.
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#22 Junny Ocasio
Nov 2, 202100:54:41Tap to summarizeJunny is a Black Belt under Murilo Santana at Unity Jiu Jitsu in NYC, the F2W Bantam Weight Champion and frequently competes on the biggest stages in the world. During the episode we discuss how he trains for tournaments, including how he's now training for the upcoming ADCC Trials, his very clean diet and the fantastic way he handles pre-match nerves. It turns out that Junny is also a Cookie Connoisseur, he's had cookies all over the country and shares some of his best. Don’t Skip Training Just Because You’re Not “Feeling IT”. Long Days at Work, Feeling Beat Up? These are all excuses we give ourselves to skip training. The problem is, as we train less we get beat up more. Instead, use BEFORE as your secret weapon to keep you on the mats and soon you'll become the Hammer instead of the Nail. Go to CombatSupps.com and use the promo code Podcast to save 15% on your order.
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#21 Andrew Wiltse
Jul 20, 202100:45:39Tap to summarizeMost of us know Andrew for 2 things: 1) His aggressive always pushing forward style on the mats and 2) His love of Panda Express. But there's lots more to the story. In this episode Andrew tells us the emotional reason he initially got into Judo and Jiu Jistu and how he trains to get ready for the world class competition he faces on a continuous basis. We also discuss the famous Daisy Fresh (Pedigo Submission Fighting) gym, their plans for the future and how he has become a famous face in the Jiu Jitsu world. This episode is sponsored by our product BEFORE: Everything you need before you hit the mats, energy, endurance and focus. Go to CombatSupps.com, use the promo code Podcast and save 15% off your next purchase.
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#20 Elisabeth Clay
Jul 13, 202100:45:53Tap to summarizeAt 21 Elisabeth is already one of the best female BJJ Competitors in the world and it was my honor to get to know her. We discuss her amazing work ethic and mindset that she developed as a young girl doing gymnastics and how that has helped her push herself to the top of the female jiu jitsu world. She tells us about her grueling schedule on the mats to get ready for all of her competitions and how she's preparing for her upcoming Road to ADCC match. This episode is sponsored by our product BEFORE: Everything you need before you hit the mats, energy, endurance and focus. Go to CombatSupps.com, use the promo code Podcast and save 15% off your next purchase.
Transcribe →#19: Miko Hytonen: Chokes_and_More
Apr 6, 202100:43:56Tap to summarizeLike many of us, Miko's life was saved by Jiu Jitsu. On his journey he completely turned his life around. He now has the pleasure of coaching and training Jiu Jitsu on the beautiful southern shores of Spain. His passion is quite evident and it's that passion that also allowed him to build a successful Instagram following where he energetically shows us some really effective submissions. Follow him a Chokes_and_More In our interview we discuss our backgrounds, training, recovery and plans for the future. This episode is sponsored by our stuff, PreRoll: Everything you need before you hit the mats. Get your PreRoll now at combatsupps.com
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#18 Dan Strauss- The Raspberry Ape
Mar 17, 202100:53:07Tap to summarizeDan is a black belt under Roger Gracie and describes what it's like rolling with him. But that's not the whole story, he's a man of many talents, including being able to complete a rubik's cube while holding a 200lb anvil and he can easily rip a deck of cards in half. His approach to strength training is unique in Jiu Jitsu, but it has been quite common for a few hundred years. Dan considers himself a strong man of old. Where he focuses on building strength by working with odd and unique objects to train his entire body and get him ready for grappling with men trying to strangle him. He has a particular focus on grip training and he has created an entire instructional to help others develop and build their grip strength. You can Find it at RaspberryApe.com This episode is sponsored by PreRoll, The Tried and True BJJ Formula. Go to CombatSupps.Com to get yours today.
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#17 Jena Bishop
Mar 9, 202100:43:37Tap to summarizeJena is a Jiu Jitsu Black belt, No-GI World Champion and multiple time European Champion. In her episode we discuss training, the mental and physical prep it takes to get ready for a big fight and she tells us about her move to Professional MMA. In her transition to MMA her training has changed significantly, and not just by adding striking, she's also had to adapt her Jiu Jitsu game to more of a MMA style. We also talk about the importance of having a training routine and some of the weird messages she receives as a female fighter. Follow her in IG @jenabishipbjj and check out her podcast the Not Fighting Podcast she hosts with her husband and fellow black belt Tyler. This episode is sponsored by PreRoll, The Pre-Jiu Jitsu Supplement. Built for training on the mats, PreRoll will help you train like a champion. Get yours now at CombatSupps.com
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#16 ADCC Champ Matheus Diniz
Feb 16, 202100:51:11Tap to summarizeWhat does it take to win ADCC Gold? Our guest, Matheus Diniz knows. He won gold in 2019 beating competitors like Craig Jones and Josh Hinger. Matheus talks about the value of not taking rest rounds and continually finding tougher and tougher competition. We also talk all things half guard and what it's like training under Marcelo Garcia. Matheus has a unique perspective on creating reactions to take actions when rolling that he breaks down for us. He goes much more in depth in his BJJ Fanatics Instructional. For crystal clear thinking and sustained energy on the mats, use PreRoll. The formula developed on the mats over 14 months of testing. Go to Matheus.CombatSupps.com to save at least 15%.
Transcribe →#15 Kent Peters from ZombieProofBJJ
Feb 9, 202100:44:40Tap to summarizeThe way Kent learned Jiu Jitsu is fascinating, but it makes him perfect for what he does now: He helps Hundred's of Thousands of people learn the tiny detail they were missing on a particular submission with his YouTube Channel ZombieProofBJJ. We talk about his unique path in Jiu Jitsu and the origins of his gear brand Supernatural Survival Gear This episode is sponsored by our stuff PreRoll. Preroll is a sports supplement that helps support memory under stress, mental speed and focus. while giving you the energy you need to tap your opponent. Get yours at CombatSupps.Com
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