Best Paul Johnson Amp Danny Allen Podcasts (2025)

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#60 Sebastian Brosche - Why Blue Belts Are Better BJJ Teachers Than Many Black Belts 1:24:17

3d ago1:24:17

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Send us a text Expect to get the grapplers perspective on what makes us stiff and how to unlock our bodies, the different approaches to mobility, the best warm up and cool downs, why Blue Belts make such good coaches and much more. Sebastian Brosche is a Swedish-born yoga enthusiast and a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt under Eduardo Rios, being als…

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#59 - Diren Kartal - Are Nerds and Steroids Making Jiu Jitsu Better or Worse 1:26:32

10d ago1:26:32

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Send us a text Expect to get the grapplers perspective on how Craig Jones ended up being oiled up in Turkey wrestling, the different personalities in jiu jitsu, if the nerds are good or bad, what the best gym work is to supplement your jiu jitsu, if steroids are ruining our sport and much more. Diren Kartal is a BJJ Purple Belt under Roger Gracie a…

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#58 - Ian Daube - Will American Wrestlers Taking Over Jiu Jitsu Change It Forever 1:19:56

17d ago1:19:56

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Send us a text Expect to get the grapplers perspective on why so many American Wrestlers are switching to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, will see an evolution of American Jiu Jitsu or Brazilian Wrestling, the controversy around high level wrestlers competing at coloured belts, what gym work is best for BJJ, how it can be mainstream and much more. Ian Daube i…

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#57 - Pat Downey - I'd Smash Nicky Rod, Like In Wrestling, That's Why CJI Protected Him 46:17

24d ago46:17

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Send us a text Expect to get the grapplers perspective on and much more. Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard) Audio and Video Edited and Produced by Paul Johnson Insta - https://www.instagram.com/pj_fitness and https://www.instagram.com/danny.allenpt Get 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https:…

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#56 - Kyvann Gonzalez - Ecological Dynamics For BJJ Explained Without Scientific Jargon 1:41:16

1M ago1:41:16

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Send us a text Expect to get the grapplers perspective on what Ecological Dynamics and the Constraints Led Approach is without the scientific jargon, our reaction the debate between Greg Souders, Tom DeBlass and Big Dan, discussion around the common objections and confusions to the approach and much more. Kyvann Gonzalez is BJJ Black Belt, Co-Found…

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#55 - Danny Allen - Can Popular Podcaster Become The Best Blue Belt in Britain 1:36:51

1M ago1:36:51

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Send us a text Expect to get the grapplers perspective on Ikigai 6, Danny's upcoming 16 man blue belt tournament for a £5,000 cash prize, his planned fight prep, Danny's competition experience, his upbringing, going from football to BJJ, his thoughts on BJJ politics, how nerds rule the world in BJJ, why strength training is important for BJJ, nutri…

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#54 - Marco Canha - You Can’t Talk To Me About Competition, If You’re Not Competing 1:39:55

1M ago1:39:55

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Send us a text Expect to get the grapplers perspective on the evolution of competition, how to prep as an older athlete, different rulesets, new belt standards, if evolution will ruin tradition, Marco's origin story and much more. Marco Canha is a 4th degree Black Belt and the head instructor at Fight Zone London. Marco is a direct product of the o…

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#53 - Greg Souders - BJJ Instructional Shortcuts Are A Lie, All You Need Is Live Work 1:29:14

2M ago1:29:14

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Send us a text Expect to get the grapplers perspective on the science of Ecological Dynamics and the Constraints Led Approach (CLA) explained in (near) simple terms, how we learn as humans, Greg's foundational framework, what the key focus of practice should be, how instructional are the biggest lie in jiu jitsu, how good athletes don't make good c…

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#52 - Alain Pozo - Modern BJJ is Mixed Grappling Arts, You Have To Be Progressive 1:57:01

2M ago1:57:01

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Send us a text Expect to get the grapplers perspective on the UK BJJ scene in the early days, the Essex Foxcatcher, BJJ politics, why schools go the self defence route, why we need to be progressive in BJJ, coaching Taylor Pearman, developing kids, staying healthy and much more. Alain Pozo is a 3rd Degree Black Belt under world renowned BJJ Profess…

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#51 - Josh Saunders - There is Nothing In Between You And What You Want, It’s Just You! 1:06:35

2M ago1:06:35

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Send us a text Expect to get the grapplers perspective on Josh's approach to training and how he got a black belt in 4 years,, what you should focus on to get good at BJJ, how to create a winning mindset, steroids and the impact on performance, why men in particular need jiu jitsu and much more. Josh Saunders is an Australian Professional Grappler,…

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#50 - Natan Levy - Insane Struggle From Traditional Martial Arts in Asia to the UFC 1:23:30

2M ago1:23:30

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Send us a text Expect to get the grapplers perspective on Natan's early years in Isreal, his brutal introduction to Kung Fu, his hilarious journey in Japan, travelling to Vegas alone at 22 to chase his dream, his constant set backs, taking a Dana White's Contender Series fight on days notice and much more. Natan Levy is an Israeli professional mixe…

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#49 - Tyler Spangler - UFC Star Threatened Me For Subbing Black Belt & Claiming Their Gym 59:50

3M ago59:50

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Send us a text Expect to get the grapplers perspective on Tyler's approach to training using the constraints ecological approach, why he hates competing in BJJ, how becoming a BJJ YouTuber caused him to fall out with his coach, how he got banned from gyms, why a UFC star wants to kick his ass, the toughest gyms he's visited, his future plans for co…

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#48 - Dima Murovanni - Could B-Team's Fight Camp Coach Be BJJ's Next Genius Innovator 1:25:46

3M ago1:25:46

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Send us a text Expect to get the grapplers perspective on Dima's Jiu Jitsu experience, his Powerlifting and Fitness background, details on his injury, his very in depth breakdown of how he designs his camps, his analysis of the B-Team and their performances, how he approaches match, his future plans and much more. Until 2023, Dima Murovanni was a r…

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#47 - Josef Mogh, XMartial Founder - Jiu Jitsu Has To Be A Show and Athletes Are The Characters 1:43:34

3M ago1:43:34

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Send us a text Expect to get the grapplers perspective how XMartial and the team were created, Josef's background and passion for Martial Arts, what he learned from the biggest brands about marketing, how to build self confidence and be unstoppable, what we need to make BJJ popular, how to monetise athletes, creating the dream grappling show on and…

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#46 - Owen Jones - ADCC Reaction, B-Team Camp, BJJ Travels, and His Big Announcement 1:38:26

3M ago1:38:26

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Send us a text Expect to get the grapplers perspective on Owen's standout performances from day 1 of ADCC, his breakdown and reflections on his loss in day 2, his prep including working with J Flo and B-Team, living in the B-Team 'Crack House', his travels since ADCC, his big plans to leave the UK and much more. Owen Jones is an 2024 ADCC Worlds St…

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#45 - Ethan Crelinsten - He’s A Vicious, Gritty Spaz That Requires Minimal Athleticism 1:10:17

4M ago1:10:17

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Send us a text Expect to get the grapplers perspective on the simple men doing the blue chip challenge, Ethan going from full baked teenager to elite professional grappler, his time training at Tristar and Renzo's, starting the B-Team, his training and recovery schedules, the different realms of spaz at B Team, his ADCC reflections and much more. E…

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#44 - Kenny Kim - BJJ Saves Lives: Mat Made Docuseries Creator Explains How 1:14:45

4M ago1:14:45

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on the Mat Made docuseries, how Kenny came up with the idea, the true cost of creating the episodes, why BJJ has such a positive impact on people's lives, the most compelling stories, his time with Tom DeBlass, if there's a season 2 coming, how Kenny was Matmade and much more. Kenny Kim is a 3rd…

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#43 - Kris Barras - The Music Industry Is Full of People Who Need A Punch in the Face 1:50:41

4M ago1:50:41

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective Kris Barras went from being a local fighter and promoter to international Rock Star, MMA scene in the 00's, stories from training at Xtreme Couture in Vegas, getting signed to a record label, touring with one of his idols, the reality of the music industry, what would tempt him out of retirement…

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#42 - Victor Hugo Explains His Training, Comp Prep, Athlete Pay & Reflects on CJI 1:45:08

4M ago1:45:08

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on Victor's reflections after his CJI loss, his thoughts on the whole weekend including Nicky Rod's performance, BJJ athlete pay situation, his future with ADCC, his journey through the coloured belts and how he developed his 'Big Man Flow', his blueprint on how to be the best jiu jitsu athlete …

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#41- Carlos Machado - BJJ Coral Belt Shares His Wisdom on Teaching and Learning 1:31:09

4M ago1:31:09

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on what it meant to receive his coral belt in BJJ, what it was like growing up in a house with 5 brothers all training BJJ, training with the his uncles and cousins that Gracie's, his memories of training Chuck Norris at his height of fame, his philosophies on being a coach, how to approach your…

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Everyday Perspective #44 - Backpacker Ben - I Thought I Was Done When The Taliban Found My Condom in Afghan 1:27:33

5M ago1:27:33

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on how Ben became a Travel YouTuber, his first culture shock in India, getting arrested by the Taliban, being pursued in Ethiopia by IS, how the UK compares to the worst places on earth, his favourite places, the toll travelling has on him and much more. Ben Frier, known as Backpacker Ben is a B…

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#40 - Jordan Preisinger - I Pulled Guard Against A Knife Attacker and It Worked 52:06

5M ago52:06

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on Jordan's experience on the Ultimate Self-Defence Championships, if he's really pull guard in a real knife fight, how he adapts his training to manage injuries, his journey with combat sports, if people should compete and much more. Jordan Preisinger is a BJJ Black Belt and undefeated amateur …

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#39 - Brandon Reed - Dealing With Seminar Snipers After Eye Injury, ADCC and CJI 1:27:29

5M ago1:27:29

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on Brandon's recent ADCC match with Pena, his thoughts on his friend and training partner Michael Pixley, how CJI compared to ADCC, how he nearly got blinded at an open mat, the precautions he now takes, how be deals with seminar snipers, his move to Montreal and much more... Brandon Reed is one…

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#38 - Rokas Leonavicius - Self Defence Debate Solved: Ultimate Self Defence Championships 1:50:27

5M ago1:50:27

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on what the Ultimate Self Defence Championships are, the reaction to the show, what really happens in a knife fight, how Craig the 'normal Aussie bloke' did vs trained martial artists, his own experience taking part, traditional arts vs combat sports, female self defence, if Aikido really works …

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#37 - Jacob Rodriguez - Jay Rod: Pound For Pound, I Was Better Than Nicky Rod a Year Ago 1:46:08

6M ago1:46:08

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on Jay's first impressions of the UK, his recent Polaris loss, his ADCC reflections, his thoughts on steroids, growing up and training with Nicky Rod, his competition prep, Craig's chimp strength, the B-teams best kept secret, why John banned him from training with DDS and much more. Jacob Rodri…

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Everyday Perspective #43 - Michael Love - 'Deadbeat Dad' Walking UK Coastline to Change UK Family Court System 1:14:03

6M ago1:14:03

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on Michael's challenge to raise awareness of the inequality of the UK family court system, his own experience in the system, the impact it had on him financially and emotionally, what needs to change and much more. Family courts should be reformed in order to serve parents with more equality and…

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#36 - Thomas Bracher - Head of ATOS UK on Jiu Jitsu Politics & Leaving Gracie Barra 1:55:00

6M ago1:55:00

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on why Tom left Gracie Barra and became Head of ATOS UK, his call out of Owen Livesey for a Battle of Britain match, his frustrations with Jiu jitsu politics and faceless reddit trolls, how he met Andre Galvao for the first time, how he's grown one of the largest academies in the UK, his experie…

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#35 - Lean Bustin - Leon From Lean Machines Talks About BJJ, Running the UK & Costa Rica 1:44:04

6M ago1:44:04

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on Leon's recent move to Puerto Rico, his BJJ experience there and ealing with creepy crawlies, his challenge of a life time where he ran the length of the UK for the Re-org charity, the tole on his body and mid after, his early YouTube days, his beef with Craig Richey and much more. Leon is a B…

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#34 - Max Schneider - One Judoka: What's Tougher On The Body, Judo or Wrestling 1:06:08

7M ago1:06:08

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on Max's journey with Judo, into wrestling and back again, his experience competing as a youth player, his clunky transition but successful time wrestling, the toll on his body over the years, starting BJJ, his thoughts on CJI and much more. Max is a highly skilled and experienced grappling coac…

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#33 - Brandon Mccaghren - 10th Planet Black Belt: I'm Building The NFL of Jiu Jitsu 53:28

7M ago53:28

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on Brandon being the CJI Announcer, a breakdown of the rules, his predictions, the influence Eddie Bravo on and off the mat, his thoughts on amateur Gi and Pro No Gi, what he's building with the Pro Grappling Federation and much more. Brandon is a 10th Planet black belt under Eddie Bravo, the cr…

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#32 - Overt Flow - Misfits Fighter: Nate Diaz Choking Out Fake Logan Paul Was My Fault 1:14:51

7M ago1:14:51

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on how @overtflow accidentally started the brawl that led to Fake Logan Paul getting choked out by Nate Diaz, the aftermath of the brawl, the time @overtflow used BJJ to kiss his friend while saving a cameraman, his background training BJJ and fighting on Misfits, his future plans with Misfits, …

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Everyday Perspective #42 - Paul Maxwell - Football Physio: Brutal Banter & Injuries to Mental Health Advocate 1:54:51

7M ago1:54:51

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on Paul's career working as a Physio in elite English Football, at clubs including Plymouth Argyle and Stoke City, hilarious stories of 'banter' from the changing rooms, the worst player injuries, his career highs, life after football, his struggles with mental health, how he changed the tape, h…

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#31 - Taylor Pearman - Ripping Feet Off Hobbyist Dads to ADCC World Championships 1:03:35

8M ago1:03:35

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on Taylor's switch from Gi to NoGi, winning the ADCC trials, the impact that CJI has already had, his predictions for both events, training MMA and sparring with MVP, how to fast track your Jiu Jitsu and much more. Taylor is a 1st Degree Black Belt under Alain Pozo and has trained full-time for …

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Everyday Perspective #41 - Anthony Mullally - Breathwork Coach: Optimise Your Health, Performance & Emotions 1:17:59

8M ago1:17:59

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on how breathwork effects us, the science behind why nose breathing is best, how our breath can improve performance is BJJ and other sport, long term health benefits, his thoughts on Wim Hoff, how he's supporting men's mental health and much more. Anthony Mullally is a BJJ Blue Belt, Advanced Br…

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#30 - Franck Takoudjou - UK’s Hottest BJJ Prospect Left Cameroon to Fight For A New Life 56:10

8M ago56:10

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on Franck's upbringing in Cameroon, meeting Sam and starting BJJ for the first time, as a child the labour Franck had to do to survive, coming to the UK to compete in BJJ for the first time, the terrifying difference between the UK and Cameroon, his competition run and much more. Franck is an 18…

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#29 - Sam Crook - Within A Second Of Him Connecting His Hands, My Leg Exploded 1:25:07

8M ago1:25:07

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on Sam's leg break earlier this year, his pain and emotions at the time, his surgery and recovery, how it effected his ability to coach and mindset about competing, his new opportunity with Flo Martial Arts, his initial thoughts and aspirations, an update on Franck's situation and much more. Sam…

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#28 - Xande Ribeiro - CJI Reaction, BJJ Evolution & The Process of Developing Discipline 1:26:00

8M ago1:26:00

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on how BJJ gas evolved and if it is a good or a bad thing, how BJJ and world lack respect nowadays, Xande's reaction to the Craig Jones Invitational, how to develop a winning attitude and body intelligence through discipline and much more. Alexandre "Xande" Ribeiro is one of the greatest of all …

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Everyday Fitness Guys #3 - Sleep, Rest and Recovery 31:36

9M ago31:36

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Send us a text The Everyday Fitness Guys, Paul and Danny discuss sleep hygiene and how to get the best nights sleep, why sleep is important, the difference between rest and recovery; and how to build it into your week. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mensmentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #health #fitness #movement #fitness #sleep Need a chat? H…

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#27 - Malachy Friedman - BJJ Unpopular Opinions: Black Belts, Leg Locks, Systems & Learning 1:50:33

9M ago1:50:33

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on what Dustin Porier should've done against Islam, the Craig Jones Invitational and if Gabi beats Craig, cheap leg lock systems, if Paul can ever get a black belt and if Danny can ever get on top, how to develop your Jiu Jitsu and much more. Malachy Friedman is a second-degree Black Belt in Bra…

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#26 - Jason Khalipa - Is Winning The CrossFit Games Harder Than Being Elite in BJJ 1:01:32

9M ago1:01:32

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on which is harder CrossfIT or BJJ, how CrossFit transfers to BJJ, how off the mat conditioning can elevate your grappling, what to prioritise in the gym, advice on motivation and much more. Jason is the founder and CEO of NCFIT GYMS, TRAIN HARD online training, and the host of the JASON KHALIPA…

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Everyday Fitness Guys #2 - Energy Balance and Dieting Strategies 30:34

9M ago30:34

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Send us a text The Everyday Fitness Guys, Paul and Danny discuss energy balance and its impact of fat loss. Also the 3 methods of tipping energy balance in your favour. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mensmentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #health #fitness #movement Need a chat? Here's some other options 👇 https://andysmanclub.co.uk https://ment…

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Everyday Perspective #40 - Felix Hay - Truth About Why Testosterone Is Dropping Globally & How to Stop It 1:20:57

9M ago1:20:57

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on males hormones and the role they play, why men are seeing a decline globally, how you can reduce risk factors, what testosterone replacement therapy involves, what you can expect and much more... Felix has nearly 20 years of healthcare and is very experienced in men's health and hormone repla…

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#25 - Dan Strauss - Raspberry Ape: You Should Break Your Opponent Mentally & Emotionally 1:46:12

9M ago1:46:12

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Send us a text xpect to get the everyday perspective on how to reverse cauliflower ears, how to break your opponent from mount, his ADCC predictions, grip strength, hand health, Nogi belts, the impact of BJJ on the brain and much more. Dan 'Raspberry Ape' Strauss is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under 10x World Champion Roger Gracie, Author of G…

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Everyday Perspective #39 - Jamie Hales - Surviving Abuse, A Parents Worst Nightmare & Being Left For Dead 1:24:58

10M ago1:24:58

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on Jamie growing up in a violent household, finding solice in martial arts and confidence in competing,, experiencing a parents worst nightmare, spiralling out of control, coming back from rock bottom and much more... 00:00 Childhood Domestic Abuse 08:44 Rough Estate in Birmingham 17:16 Starting…

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Everyday Fitness Guys #1 - Impact of Physical Activity on Mental Health 31:17

10M ago31:17

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Send us a text The Everyday Fitness Guys, Paul and Danny discuss the benefits of physical activity on mental health and how people should consider getting started. #mentalhealth #mensmentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #mensmentalhealth #health #fitness Need a chat? Here's some other options 👇 https://andysmanclub.co.uk https://mentalhealth.org.uk/expl…

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#24 - Frass Azab - Self Defence Expert: The Truth About Really Defending Yourself 1:54:17

10M ago1:54:17

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on Krav Mags and if it's an effective, practical self defence martial art, how BJJ and other martial arts compare and differ, the focus for female self defence and much more. Frass Azab is a prolific student of Martial Arts, as he holds a Black rank in Krav Maga. He is also a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu…

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Everyday Perspective #38 - David van Wetherill - Paralympian: What Embracing Pain Taught Me About Myself 1:19:44

10M ago1:19:44

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on how a Paralypian was forged by his pain, understanding and overcoming his disability as a child, competing as an elite athlete, doing impossible challenges, embracing, even loving his pain and much more... Despite waking up everyday in agonising pain, David van Wetherill is a Former British I…

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#23 - Ryan 'Mo' Morris - MBE Marine: Optimise Your Health & Life Through Jiu Jitsu 1:46:50

10M ago1:46:50

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on Beachfront BJJ and the amazing content they provide on and off the mats, how sleep and screen time impact your wellbeing, how the benefits of bjj transfer to life, Mo's experience in the military and overseas operations, why he has such a passion for helping others and the cost of doing so an…

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Everyday Perspective #37 - John 'The Machine' Davis - Teenage Addiction to Being Power Slap World Champion 2:03:33

11M ago2:03:33

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on growing up surrounded by addiction and tragedy, finding alcohol at 11 and pills at 13, John's time in the military, discovering Slap Fighting, being in the Power Step house, his road to the title, the craziest title defence ever and much more... John 'The Machine' Davis is the current 3 x Pow…

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Everyday Perspective #36 - Johnny Mercer MP - Member of Parliament Talks About The State of The UK 50:53

11M ago50:53

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Send us a text Expect to get the everyday perspective on why and how Johnny became a politican, what it was like being 'banged up' with a hitman on TV, Johnny's real thoughts on politics, his view on the NHS and if doctors should be striking, the issue with men's mental health and much more... Johnny Mercer is a British Politician, Minister of Stat…

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