About this episode

The episode discusses strategies for training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu while minimizing injuries and maintaining mental health.

In Episode 141 of the 40 & Fighting Podcast, Misa returns to join John and Anthony for an important conversation about injury prevention, physical preparation, mental health, and building longevity in Jiu-Jitsu. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can be demanding on the body, especially as we get older, balance work and family, and try to train several times a week. In this episode, we discuss how training outside of BJJ—including strength training, mobility work, conditioning, recovery, and proper rest—can help reduce injuries and keep you on the mats longer. We also talk about the mental side of Jiu-Jitsu longevity. Staying healthy is not only about avoiding physical injuries. It also means managing frustration, burnout, comparison, ego, training intensity, and the pressure to keep up with younger or more athletic teammates. Topics covered in Episode 141: • How to train Jiu-Jitsu without constantly getting hurt • Strength training for BJJ injury prevention • Exercises and workouts to support your body outside the academy • Mobility, flexibility, recovery, and rest • Knowing when to push through discomfort and when to slow down • Training smarter…

People in this episode

Hosts: John, Anthony

Guest: Misa

Topics covered

• injury prevention
• physical preparation
• mental health
• longevity in Jiu-Jitsu
• training strategies
• strength training
• mobility and recovery

Keywords

• Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
• injury prevention
• strength training
• mobility work
• mental health
• training longevity
• burnout management
• recovery
• older practitioners

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

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