Gotta say I feel the exact opposite about training bjj. When I started out, that was the grind. Two years in, there's pretty much nothing I would rather do than go train. Maybe it is my gym's atmosphere and my friends there, maybe my flow, maybe the exercise. Whatever it is, it's like a fairytale getting to train bjj, and I am so lucky and grateful to train with my teammates
I love drilling. I’ve been trying to find someone to drill BJJ with outside of class, but no luck so far. I’d rather drill more and roll less but it’s not my call, lol. I’m also used to class being 2 to 2.5 hours, warm-up, drilling, then 30-45 mins of rolling. My new gym has class for an hour. When I train judo, we spend more time drilling but still fit in randori every week or two. Class is also 1.5 hours.
Chewy, I just got and started reading Steven Pressfield’s book, “The War of Art”, based on your recommendation. I did not, however, know that he is the author that wrote “The Legend of Baggar Vance”. Although a movie about golf, I used to watch that movie over and over during my competitive bowling days. The advice that Baggar gives for dealing with competition and handling nerves was outstanding. Have you ever seen the movie/read the book? If not, I highly recommend it. ♥️👍
Hey Chewy, I appreciate these videos alot. I'm a 2 stripe white belt that trained for 2 years and went 4 years without training. I was getting the itch to return to training and covid hit. I have returned to training finally and have found that many of my classmates are not consistent in their attendance. I've been showing up daily and I'm not going to lie, there are days that I don't want to. However, some of those days have been pretty chill. In one case, it turned out to be a small class so there was more attention to detail that day and 5he rolling was excellent. I'm glad I went. I've also started adapting you journaling and purposeful training as well as strength and conditioning on my days off. I've yet to adapt a better diet( do you have any videos re diet?). Anyway, 5hank you for taking your time to make these videos and wish me luck on my journey to blue and beyond.
I think this one, The War of Art of Steven Pressfield : www.amazon.com/War-Art-English-Steven-Pressfield-ebook/dp/B007A4SDCG/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
"Drill to Win." It has an absolute ton of solo and partner drills you can apply. Covers everything from balance and general movement to specific technique setups.
im 67 in Feb. been training for years. if you can lay down and move a little you're good to go. most likely there will be other older students. This does not slow down or harm a class in any way. Have fun. I've tried other sports n exercise- bjj is cool because you can do it without hurting yourself. it works cardio, strength and flexibility and most important as we age mobility!
Gotta say I feel the exact opposite about training bjj. When I started out, that was the grind. Two years in, there's pretty much nothing I would rather do than go train. Maybe it is my gym's atmosphere and my friends there, maybe my flow, maybe the exercise. Whatever it is, it's like a fairytale getting to train bjj, and I am so lucky and grateful to train with my teammates
another great book is 'the book of five rings" -Musashi
Nice pep talk. Books sound good, so it's about mental attitude and training smart.
This was Great and honest talk Brother. Thank You.
Best book on life...7 habits of highly effective people!
Thank you so much for these videos. They are very encouraging!
is this guy a bjj version of elliott hulse?
Yes, listen to him.
Rizwan Ullah that’s the best thing I’ve ever heard
Fuck, I hope not. As far I've seen Chewjitsu is effortlessly 100X better, which fortunately isn't hard.
I love drilling. I’ve been trying to find someone to drill BJJ with outside of class, but no luck so far. I’d rather drill more and roll less but it’s not my call, lol. I’m also used to class being 2 to 2.5 hours, warm-up, drilling, then 30-45 mins of rolling. My new gym has class for an hour.
When I train judo, we spend more time drilling but still fit in randori every week or two. Class is also 1.5 hours.
Excellent video as usual.
I've never regretted going to practice
Chewy, I just got and started reading Steven Pressfield’s book, “The War of Art”, based on your recommendation. I did not, however, know that he is the author that wrote “The Legend of Baggar Vance”. Although a movie about golf, I used to watch that movie over and over during my competitive bowling days. The advice that Baggar gives for dealing with competition and handling nerves was outstanding. Have you ever seen the movie/read the book? If not, I highly recommend it. ♥️👍
A great book by Steven pressfield is gates of fire. I can almost guarantee you'd love it.
Hey Chewy, I appreciate these videos alot. I'm a 2 stripe white belt that trained for 2 years and went 4 years without training. I was getting the itch to return to training and covid hit. I have returned to training finally and have found that many of my classmates are not consistent in their attendance. I've been showing up daily and I'm not going to lie, there are days that I don't want to. However, some of those days have been pretty chill. In one case, it turned out to be a small class so there was more attention to detail that day and 5he rolling was excellent. I'm glad I went. I've also started adapting you journaling and purposeful training as well as strength and conditioning on my days off. I've yet to adapt a better diet( do you have any videos re diet?). Anyway, 5hank you for taking your time to make these videos and wish me luck on my journey to blue and beyond.
What is the difference between "Roll" and "Drill"? New to the sport and the jargon. Thank you!
Author: Trevanian book name: Shibumi
Thanks a lot
What kind of ratio do you roll vs stay on your rank's curriculum?
hi- Am I to old to begin training in BJJ . I'm nearly 55 yrs old,not nearly as strong as I use to be. Will I slow the class down? Mike
Mike Dowell I doubt it since I've seen people train older and around the same age as you
thank you
what approach do you take with total beginners? do you focus more on rolling or drilling?
Technique work, drilling and situational rolling.
Your a fantastic teacher!
what's the second book name? I just can't understand it.
I think this one, The War of Art of Steven Pressfield : www.amazon.com/War-Art-English-Steven-Pressfield-ebook/dp/B007A4SDCG/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
What was galvaos book?
"Drill to Win." It has an absolute ton of solo and partner drills you can apply. Covers everything from balance and general movement to specific technique setups.
Sadly it's out of print. :(
Think and grow rich.
Art of War by Sun Tzu
1.talent is overrated by geoff colvin
2. the war of art by steven pressfield
hi- Am I to old to begin training in BJJ . I'm nearly 55 yrs old,not nearly as strong as I use to be. Will I slow the class down? Thx
Mike
Mike Dowell hi! Not sure if you’re still doing bjj, and I am a lowly white belt, but absolutely not!! Bjj is for all levels and ages!
im 67 in Feb. been training for years. if you can lay down and move a little you're good to go. most likely there will be other older students. This does not slow down or harm a class in any way. Have fun. I've tried other sports n exercise- bjj is cool because you can do it without hurting yourself. it works cardio, strength and flexibility and most important as we age mobility!
Dude, my black belt instructor started bjj at 50. Never too old. He is still such a badass