I Suck At Jiu Jitsu Show

In this episode of the I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu Show, Jiu-Jitsu black belt and host Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) shares his insights and experiences on how to get started in BJJ. Whether you're a complete beginner or …

Join host Josh McKinney (@thejoshmckinney) on the latest episode of the I Suck at Jiu Jitsu show as he tackles the myth of mental toughness and the potential dangers of overemphasizing it.

While mental toughness is …

In this episode host Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) talks about the importance of having a growth mindset over a fixed mindset in jiu-jitsu.

As a practitioner of jiu-jitsu, it's easy to fall into the trap of a fixed …

As a fellow Jiu Jitsu practitioner who has struggled with competition anxiety, our host, Josh Mckinney(@thejoshmckinney) will share his recent competition experience and discuss the importance of having a positive …

Are you stuck in a plateau in your Jiu-Jitsu training?   

In this episode of the “I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu” show, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) focuses on simple hacks to help take your Jiu-Jitsu progression to the next …

In this episode, we're thrilled to bring you some of the funniest Jiu Jitsu stories ever told, courtesy of the I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu show’s Josh …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he talks why the fear of losing will cause you to lose more.  

PLUS an actual method for never losing again  

PLUS PLUS Josh talks about some of his most brutal losses  

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Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he breaks down jiu-jitsu progression into 3 simple steps.   

If you care about your jiu-jitsu progression, listen to this episode  

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Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he reveals the 5 most important decisions that EVERYONE makes on their jiu-jitsu journey  

PLUS some incredibly important tips on the student-coach relationship   

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Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he realizes he has been wrong about finding the "perfect training schedule" for the last 15 years of …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) on a Q&A day where he answers 17 different listener questions ranging from "Retaining more Knowledge" to "Keeping Your Hair Perfect in a Match."  

PLUS What Skills Every …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he looks at HIS 3 biggest struggles in Jiu-Jitsu Progression, and how they can help you suck a little less.  

PLUS Find out why Josh thinks "Mastering One's Self" is …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he takes a peak into the future of jiu-jitsu  

Imagine, 10 years into the future. Will it be gi or no gi? Will that even matter anymore? Will the I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu Show …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he tries to convince you to start creating BJJ content!  

Not only will you learn why you should start …

Jiu-Jitsu is changing every single day.  

Jake Luigi(@shorthairedjake) from  @LIMIBJJ  is on a mission to help you and I find the latest changes in jiu-jitsu so we aren't left behind! 

In this interview, …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he explores a thought exercise...  

You and 5 other have no grappling experience. You have access to …

Jiu-Jitsu is GROWING.   

My next guest Tum Energia (@tumenergia) is helping jiu-jitsu grow in the Netherlands and he has some cool ideas on how to …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he talks about 5 important lessons that the mats will eventually teach you. 

Plus the WORST commercial in ISAJJ show history  

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Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he talks about 3 concepts for longevity on the mats  

Plus Learn what Josh calls The Secret to Jiu-Jitsu Success  

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Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he delivers an unscripted and unedited random show.   

Plus Josh answers the question you've been …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he talks about why you should cherish how hard jiu-jitsu is now  

Plus 3 tips for black belt level …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he discusses one of his greatest struggles. Consistency.  

Oh really, you struggle with consistency too? Don't panic because we can tackle this one together!  

Plus find …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he breaks down grappling to it's simplest parts.

Once you know what each round of grappling consists of you will have an easier time dissecting why or even how you lost.  

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he breaks down his favorite training method(Designated Winner) and how you could be utilizing it to …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as tells 5 Hilarious and Unfortunate stories from his childhood.  

People often refer to I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu as a Jiu-Jitsu comedy show, we don't think it is. Today, we …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as focuses on telling you why focus is the most important thing to focus on in jiu-jitsu.  

PLUS a lookback at the most discussed topic of the first 80 episodes of "I Suck at …

Two of the biggest Jiu-Jitsu Nerds in St Louis, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) and Andrew Ebers(@MopJitsu), were trapped in a hotel in Vegas …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he mulls over every black belt friendship he's had over the last 15 years and what separated the …

Imagine having a universal handshake that allows you to travel anywhere in the world. You may already know this secret handshake and not even realize it...  

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he is …

"1 Minute Left in the Finals at Worlds. Your training schedule and mindset are going to decide whether or not you win."  

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"This guy doesn't want to be GREAT"  

This is the mantra Mahmoud Jabr (@mahmoudjabr33) said to himself at the Chicago Open while down on points against a super tough competitor with less than a minute left. Listen to …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) in week 3 of the Chicago Takeover as he interviews one of the best no gi grapplers in the country, Chris Wojcik(@chrismwojcik)  

 In this episode Josh gets to relive Chris' …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) in week 2 of the Chicago Takeover as he interviews High level jiu-jitsu coach, Jeff Serafin(@serafinbjj).

In this episode Josh gets to dissect the routine and coaching habits …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he interviews Midwest Jiu-Jitsu Legend, Mark Vives.  

Josh Believes Mark has cracked the code of the perfect weekly routine for jiu-jitsu athletes.   

PLUS Marks great …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as interviews Toadies Bassist, Donivan Blair. Donivan has a very unique story of coming from a small town and having HUGE ambitions. 

PLUS An important piece of advice from …

Today the jiu-jitsu world woke up with terrible news. The loss of one of the Legends of the sport, Leandro Lo.   

Lo had always been my favorite grappler and I just wanted to put a short episode together not focused on …

"I am working hard but almost feel like I'm getting worse!"  

Today, we break down the 4 phases of learning and how they help with feeling discouraged in jiu-jitsu.  

PLUS, Learn why being discouraged in jiu-jitsu is …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he looks at some simple tweaks you can make to your mindset that can change how you look at progression …

Who should I drill with? How often should I be losing? Find out the answers to those questions and more on the all new Suck Less Saturday  Join host, …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he breaks down the best BJJ Advice he's ever received.  

PLUS A solid rant on the art of "practicing …

A lot of coaches are anti their students going to Open Mats only.  

Today we explore the uses of an open mat and how to structure a training …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he discusses WWE, BJJ, Bowling, and Vacation Bible School and how all 4 are pretty much the same thing. …

How Much of winning a big tournament comes down to mindset?   

In today's episode we break down 3 mindsets from Mike Crisp's (@mikecrispbjj) recent interview on the I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu Show   

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Ever wonder what kind of mentality it takes to place in one of the biggest divisions in grappling history?  

Mike Crisp(@mikecrispbjj) Knows!  In today's episode Josh(@thejoshmckinney) talks with Mike about his trials …

How much can you change up on the "move of the day" before your coach gets angry? 

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he answers Suck …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he sketches out a plan that he would give to someone who was required to go from white to black belt in …

Has Your Progression Stalled Out?  

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he looks at 3 reasons that you might be in the "I can't get better" mental loop. Throughout the episode, Josh breaks down a few things …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he talks through a jiu-jitsu term that you've probably never heard of... in jiu-jitsu at least. 

The mastery of the Force is probably the main difference in between "good" …

Day 6 in the 7 Days to Suck Less and THE RETURN OF SUCK LESS SATURDAYS  

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he breaks down... and then he composes himself and tries to grind through a great episode.  

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Are you tired of being tired?  

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he breaks down his current routine.   

ALSO, a secret that Josh stole …

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he gives very simple tips on getting the most out of your BJJ Travel Experience.  

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Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he discusses the best ways to watch tape as a scientist, an athlete, or an artist  

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Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) in this installment of the Random Show. 

Today, he recaps the Midwest BJJ camp, and a few of the lessons learned on the way.  

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Can you go from average joe to kill mode in 3 deep breaths?  

 Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he discusses some simple practices to be able to find the "flow state" in jiu-jitsu, on command.  

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The one skill every blue belt must have is... SHRIMPING! 

Just Kidding  

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he talks about what quality he looks for before promoting to blue belt and how you can develop …

Suck Less Saturday is back in full effect!  

Today Josh(@thejoshmckinney) breaks down how to deal with BJJ injuries and some really interesting …

A bit philosophical, a bit funny, and a big announcement!  

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he talks about 3 important lessons that he's learned from jiu-jitsu that apply to every day life! 

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The last day of the 7 Days to Suck Less  

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he talks how to innovate and what he views as the important things to be innovating on in jiu-jitsu!  

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Day 5 in the 7 Days to Suck Less  

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he breaks down his method for finding the right online instructionals.  He also breaks down exactly how he likes to watch instructionals …

Day 4 in the 7 Days to Suck Less  

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he breaks down the 3 things you need to run a successful martial …

Day 3 in the 7 Days to Suck Less  

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he breaks down the 3 ways that you can beat your competition anxiety and then your next opponent! 

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Day 2 in the 7 Days to Suck Less  

Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he breaks down the 3 ways that people tend to learn jiu-jitsu, and how to hack this information to get better than ever before!  

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The 7 Days To Suck Less Starts Now!  

Join Host Josh McKinney and learn his favorite new training method, designated winner, and how it can help you master your flow!  

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Get to the academy, we're about to build something great!  

In today's episode Josh(@thejoshmcknney) gives his favorite ways to build a great BJJ team and why that is even important!  

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I like when they say a movie is inspired by a true story. That's kind of silly. "Hey, Mitch, did you hear that story about that lady who drove her car into the lake with her kids and they all drowned?" "Yeah, I did, and …

Getting frustrated after losing? Being a Creonte? The North South Knot??  We all know white belts make a ton of mistakes! They're supposed to, they're white belts after all!  Here are the 10 most common mistakes that …

Is it bad to be physical?   

Today Josh tackles this question and A LOT more to help us all understand the difference between chaos and control …

7 Cancelled flights later...  

Here Josh(@thejoshmckinney) breaks down some of his favorite ways to keep and smile and even find enjoyment in terrible situations!  

PLUS this episode has some vivid descriptions of …

"I'm tired, I should try to force the techniques that I know by using even more physicality(strength/speed/explosiveness)." -The way most grapplers …

"Just keep showing up to training"  

This was the advice of most of the black belts I have interviewed on the show when asking, "how do you suckless at jiu-jitsu?"  

Most of these black belts recognize that …

Passion and Art.  

There are not many better words to describe an interview with today's guest, Matt Wahlstrom(@epicrollbjj).  

Listen as Matt and …

One small decision can change someone's life.  

Today I(@thejoshmckinney) sit down with Kyle Watson(@watson_martial_arts) who's decision to let me train jiu-jitsu completely changed my life.  

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"You can change this, YOU just have to change it"   

Words that black belt Coty Kellison told himself at one of the lowest points of his life.  

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Drillers Make Killers!... Right?  

Learn not only why but how to properly drill.  

AND  

Find out why some people who never drill are still incredibly good  

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Does Strength even matter? Or Does Technique conquer all?

Technique Conquers All!  

...To an extent at least. Understanding Physical Limitations(yours or your opponents) is one of the most important things while …

The Most Random Episode of all time!  

 If you've ever wanted to spend an hour inside the head of Josh Mckinney (@thejoshmckinney) then this episode is your chance. You have been warned. 

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Could Jiu-Jitsu be simplified? Logan Wayne and Josh McKinney have been trying! 

Here is a great conversation about teaching yourself and teaching …

Steve McKinney has discovered the BJJ fountain of youth and he wants to tell you about it!  Join The Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/isuckatbjj  Receive a FREE copy of Simplifying Jiu-Jitsu: …

Double your speed in one podcast. Need I say more? 

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Resting while training? Oh, you mean "preventing?"  Learn the secrets of the prevent on today's episode!  Join The Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/isuckatbjj Receive a FREE copy of Simplifying Jiu-Jitsu: …

Want a secret strategy that can help a blue belt beat a black belt?  

Then you're in the right place! Let's talk about... BLITZING!  

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I have set an "impossible" goal for myself, in today's episode I talk about how I am going to approach this goal! 

Let's all try to accomplish the impossible in 2022!  

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In this episode Josh gives his unedited opinions about cancel culture, warm ups, steroids, coaches abusing their power, and a whole lot more! 

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What is it like rolling with the "How to Defend Everything guy?"  

Well it's as frustrating as you would assume.  

Immediately after that we sat …

If you build it, they will come.

Just kidding, but if you build the right gym in the right place and attract the right people, they will come.

Today Josh(@thejoshmckinney) breaks down every question he asks someone before …

Imagine being credited with bringing jiu-jitsu to an entire continent!  

Well that's exactly what my next guest, John Will, did.  

Today I(@thejoshmckinney) get to sit down with Member of the Dirty Dozen, John Will. …

Competing in Jiu-Jitsu is HARD!  

Learn about the 5 most important parts of jiu-jitsu competition and how you can be better prepared than anyone else in your division!  

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A Jiu-Jitsu Writer? Is that a thing?   

Apparently it is a thing, and Chris Wojcik is very good at it!  

In this episode Josh(@thejoshmckinney) sits with purple belt no gi world champ Chris Wojcik to talk about …

You love jiu-jitsu now, do you think you will love it when you're 70?  

Do you think that you will even be able to train at 70?  

Check out these 5 tips and you might!  

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It took me 7 years to make my first dollar in jiu-jitsu. Over the last 6 years I have realized that not only can ANY practitioner make money with …

One of the sharpest jiu-jitsu minds, Jon Thomas(@jonthomasbjj) jumps on the show to talk learning from youtube, training method, and how to break down technique.  

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We all struggle with consistency, some more than others. Today, Josh explains some simple ways to develop more consistency on and off the mats.    

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Ever wonder how a good wrestler on the right team can quickly come into jiu-jitsu to beat some of the top competitors in the world? It's not that he has better techniques, he has been given the right strategy for his …

How do you train injured? Is starting a gym a good idea? What the heck does "vava" even mean??  

Vava(@davidvava)answers these questions and more in his conversation with Josh(@thejoshmckinney).  

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It's no secret that a majority of people start jiu-jitsu to better learn to protect themselves and their families.   

Today, Josh(@thejoshmckinney) talks with Todd Fox(@tourtraining), a man who has made a career out of …

What mindset can get you to black belt coming out of Lawrence, Kansas?   

Today, Josh asks Charlie Hiersche(@chazbuckett) exactly how he looks at jiu-jitsu, mindset, and greek food!  

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Burnout? No, that's a bad word!  

My name is Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) and I was completely burnt out on jiu-jitsu!   

Today, I want to show you the three steps that I took to be excited about jiu-jitsu again.  

OG Black Belt James Clingerman (@james_clingerman) breaks down what it's like to run 9 different businesses including 2 schools. On top of his …

A walk through of Josh using the end goal method as a black belt.  

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In today's Q&A Josh answers A LOT of questions including, his thoughts on steroids in bjj, politics, and how to develop attributes

No two competitors are alike, should their mindset be?  

Today, Josh(@thejoshmckinney) breaks down 3 important tips on competing better!  

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Shawn Williams(@shawnwilliamsbjj) breaks down what are some of the best strategies to progressing at jiu-jitsu. Whether you are a beginner or a black belt you will benefit from some of the tips that Shawn gives.   

In …

STOP WASTING MY TIME!  

I(@thejoshmckinney) have always hated going to other schools to train in actual classes because it's so common that they are …

Did you know there are 4 stages to learning jiu-jitsu?  

Well at least for Josh(@thejoshmckinney) there are. Note: He could be wrong, he's no rocket …

Have You Sold Out For Jiu-Jitsu?  

My next guest has!  

In todays Episode, Jon Perrine talks about what it was like moving to St Louis to train …

Jiu-jitsu progression is tough. 

Add in injuries, over training, and lack of motivation and then it's impossible, right?  

Today, Josh(@thejoshmckinney) breaks down how to keep outside forces from stopping your …

A lot of people think that mental toughness comes natural.  

Either you have it or you don't.  

Devin Pirata proves that you have to earn being mentally tough!  

In this Episode, Josh(@thejoshmckinney) sits down with …

We all have a plan of how we're going to get our black belt and what we will do once we get it. 

 Sometimes, plans change.  

Today, Josh talks with his newest black belt Derek Maguire about what it's like to have to …

In this new Joint Podcast format, Josh sits down with Chris Paines of The Villaincast and they break down the value of concepts and techniques, How to learn, and why you may struggle in competition.  

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In this episode, Josh gets a listener question on how coaches should and shouldn't treat their students.

As always he takes a round-about way to …

Are you born mentally tough?  

Combat Wrestling World Champion, Eric Huebner, doesn't think so.  

Join Josh(@thejoshmckinney) as he interviews his brand new Black Belt, Eric(@erichueb12).  They dig deep into what it …

Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) has lost his mind!  

You can't claim that "getting" a black belt is easy, right?  Wrong. 

You could order one off …

One of the toughest things in jiu-jitsu is navigating injuries.  

In todays episode of The I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu show Josh(@thejoshmckinney) breaks down exactly how he teaches his students to manage injuries and what he …

Let's say you make it to the biggest stage in MMA, where do you go after?  

Today I sit down with my good friend Luigi Fioravant. Former UFC fighter and now a pure jiu-jitsu artist. 

It was awesome to get to pick …

You Either WIN or You LEARN  Wrong! 

 It is very easy to lose and learn nothing. Jiu-Jitsu progression is all about becoming a good learner. It's not as easy as just losing.  

We have to fight the enemy of …

Today Josh gets to sit down with the host of the Grappling Central Podcast, Ryan Ford.

Ryan is the brown belt who has probably gotten to conversate with more high level black belts than anyone on earth! Getting to hear …

Can you learn Jiu-Jitsu on Youtube? 

 Of Course!  

But how do you do it? 

How do you know what you're watching even works?  

Chewjitsu aka NIck Albin weighs in on this topic. Plus, he gives an incredible amount of …

In the first Q&A of the year Josh(@thejoshmckinney) talks about how he finished the year sick and in quarantine.  

Other topics: What should …

Dealing with a "boneless" or a "this doesn't work" training partner can be so frustrating! 

In today's episode Josh@thejoshmckinney) shows some of his favorite methods to deal with bad partners, how he finds the right …

The feeling of "I'm not getting better" is one of the most frustrating things that can happen in Jiu-Jitsu!  

Today Josh(@thejoshmckinney) shares some of his simple methods to breaking through plateaus.  

There are …

Different types of Breathing?  

I wasn't aware!  

Jiu-Jitsu Black Black belt Miles Lukas blows my mind with different breathing techniques in …

Which works better, techniques or concepts?  

This is something that id debated among jiu-jitsu coaches.  

 "Should I teach a broad concept or a …

There are no concepts that cover everything in jiu-jitsu, right? 

Chris Paines may have one. 

Today I get to interview the BJJ Black Belt who has never trained BJJ and his ideas on training jiu-jitsu are jaw dropping! 

What does it mean to overcome?  

I decided to ask film maker, Sam Rivera this question. Considering he built his entire brand on this powerful word, …

We always talk in jiu-jitsu about how easy guys who wrestled in school have it.  

 "They just need to learn some submissions."  

I hear that all of …

I Survived a hurricane last week. Here's how jiu-jitsu helped!

I nearly quit jiu-jitsu as a purple belt.   

This isn't something that I talk about very much, or even at all really. I used to try to get …

We've all had a friend that seemed like they were in it for the long haul all of the sudden stop showing up. It sucks because you feel like you're …

I know I will take heat for this episode. But, like I say at the end, I would love to hear your opinion if you're pro warm ups in a class …

As a grappler, do you ever watch a tv show or youtube channel and think, "This guy is so cool, I bet he'd love jiu-jitsu?"  

Maybe I am the only …

Today I will attempt to answer an impossible to answer question and probably offend everyone who listens. Who in my opinion should be on the BJJ …

For me(@thejoshmckinney) coming up in the St Louis Jiu-Jitsu scene there is one person that was never a part of my team, whom I believe had a huge influence on my jiu-jitsu. Whether by creating tournament series/super …

Happy #SucklessSaturday! I'm today's short episode we dig in on one of the worst mindsets for jiu-jitsu(and success in general). The victim mentality. Learn some really quick tips to identify and defeat this poisonous …

Ever wonder why you roll with some people and it feels like they're not even trying? Want to know a secret? They AREN'T!  

These are the people that …

Do you ever get discouraged in your training? Work or school getting in the way?  

Well today I get to sit down with one of my best friends, Justin …

What should I do if my training environment isn't what I feel that I need? What if I'm my teams only competitor? What if I'm by far the best guy/girl …

In this episode Josh discusses the questions to ask yourself to find out, are you at the right gym?

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I ask, "How do I suck less at Jiu-Jitsu."  

Everyone says, "Focus on the basics."  What does that mean? Is it like when you're 6 and ask where babies …

Josh(@thejoshmckinney) sits down with friend and brown belt Adam Meredith(@adammeredith_) to talk about his transition from mma to jiu-jitsu. As they dig deep on the topic of brain health Adam drops some really good …

What does the future of competitive jiu-jitsu look like? Well, we really believe that Jordan Peitzman(@jordan_jitsu) has the answer(or is really dang close). The Bjj Woodstock!  

The concept is a really amazing idea, …

It's been a long time since I have had a question and answer on the podcast and since releasing simplifying jiu-jitsu, I have gotten quite a few …

Jeff Shulze( is arguably one of the toughest red heads on the planet(second to WWE's Sheamus). On top of being a jiu-jitsu black belt Jeff is also …

Shut up and Sleep: SucklessSaturday

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On the Episode 50 Super show, the Perfect Practitioner, Josh(@thejoshmckinney) sits down with 3 of the best black belts that he knows to discuss what …

In today's episode of SuckLess Saturday, Josh discusses how archaic training methods are limiting our speed of progression. 

In today's episode Josh sits down with fellow podcasters Jake Watson and Danny O'Donnell to discuss everything under the sun. We hope you will enjoy this lighthearted and informative episode

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In today's episode Josh interviews teammate Kristen Beatty on how jiu-jitsu has helped her mental health, how to overcome being a "bad  competitor," and proper grammar.

Learning to make decisions is one of the easiest ways to increase efficiency. Learn how now!  

In today's show Josh interviews one of the first sponsors that he ever got in jiu-jitsu, Lionel Turner, owner of LEaO Optics. This is probably one of the most wide ranging episodes we've ever released. Enjoy!

In today's interview Josh talks to long time friend Mark Vives. In this interview Mark shares his story from opening his school, overcoming a suicide …

#SucklessSaturday is here! Today Josh talks about a big opportunity that he is looking for and the mistake most people make when it comes to opportunity.

Today Josh interviews his long time friend and business partner, Logan Wayne. Logan is a brown belt who currently operates Headnod Training Center Jerseyville. As discussed in the episode Logan has battled with mental …

In today's episode Josh interviews Jeff Serafin. Jeff is one of the most knowledgeable people that you will ever meet when it comes to competitive jiu-jitsu.

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In today's episode, Josh describes what it's like to lose when everyone is watching.

In today's Episode Josh sits down with Bjj Black Belt Chris Papandria. They discuss many things but the big point is that you can use jiu-jitsu to make a difference no matter where you are.

In today's episode of #SucklessSaturday Josh discusses whether or not it's okay to use jiu-jitsu to ignore the negative in your life.

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In today's episode Josh Interviews fellow Tac Team Black Belt, Mark Reding. Mark's perspective is incredibly unique due to the fact that he holds 5 …

Tanner Rice has been in the media a lot lately for his reopening of his Jiu-Jitsu school during the shelter in place orders of California. Some make …

In today's Episode, Josh interviews former 3x UFC title contender, Kenny Florian. Kenny does an amazing job explaining progression in jiu-jitsu on top of giving some amazing insight on the difference between fighters, …

In today's episode Josh interviews Jason Neef, the CEO of kicksite. Jason probably has more direct contact with school owners than anyone else and …

In today's episode Josh sits down with his long time coach Kyle Watson as they discuss what it's like filming an instructional and what Josh plans to have done with his own ashes.

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In today's episode of #sucklesssaturday Josh talks about finding the ability to win small battles in your life and the importance of doing so.

In today's episode Josh interviews brown belt world champion and Atos black belt Kristian Woodmansee. They dig deep on helping students progress and what the transition from competitor to coach is like. 

In Today's episode Josh Interviews 2 time ADCC Gold Medalist and owner of Essential bjj Jt Torres. They dig deep into the topic of goal setting and …

In today's episode Josh sits down with comedian, podcaster, and bjj brown belt Jamie Kilstein to talk about everything under the sun. This conversation takes a lot of turns but it primarily focused on art and other …

In today's episode of Suck Less Saturday. Josh explains his struggle of not being motivated and how to deal with it.

In today's episode Josh interviews Good friend Andrew Sabens as they talk how they're dealing with the Pandemic and how they're handling missing the team.

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In today's episode Josh interviews Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black belt, Ryron Gracie. As they talk a wide range of topics Ryron really drives one main point home. Being present. Listen today as Ryron Gracie teaches Josh what …

In this Episode Josh interviews No Gi World Champion, Jena Bishop. They talk about what's dangerous about the way a lot of athletes train, if she's …

In todays #SuckLess Saturday Josh talks about what he thinks way too many people do in jiu-jitsu. MAKE EXCUSES.

In today's episode Josh is on the opposite end of the questions as guest host Jeff Hartsoe interviews Josh McKinney about his beginnings into bjj, his opinions on pizza, and why he doesn't give stripes.

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In this episode Josh sits down with his friend and training partner Junior Silva. They get into what is't like to train with a mat bully like Josh …

In the first installment of #SuckLessSaturday Josh discusses what it takes to accomplish great things on and off of the mat.

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Jiu-jitsu is something we all love. But, will you love it after 25 years of training? Jared Weiner does! Listen in as Josh hangs out with the head of the TAC Team affiliation. Jared never fails to have some great …

In today's episode the Headnod Squad reunites for the first time since the quarantine. This episode is one giant tangent. Listen to it.

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In today's Question and Answer Josh goes on 30 tangents and doesn't directly answer a single question asked.

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In today's episode Josh gives a different perspective on how to look at situations out of our control whether they be on or off the mats.

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In today's episode Josh interviews fellow black belt and doctoral candidate Jeff Shulze. 

Imagery acronym: PETTLEP – physical, environmental, task, …

In today's special "I'm locked out of my house so I guess I'll record" episode. Josh talks about how to comeback from injury or layoff in jiu-jitsu.

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In today's episode Josh interviews 2nd degree black belt Nick Sanders. Nick talks about his unique journey that includes joining the army, becoming  a US marshall, and then a physical therapist by day and Jiu-jitsu …

In today's quick solocast, Josh talks about what he calls the "positional paradox." This is a Jiu-jitsu high-jack that you can use to increase your …

Here Josh Interviews 3x world champion Claudia Do Val. She offers an incredibly unique perspective on bjj considering she has done over 200 seminars and gotten to train at more academies than most of us can imagine. 

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In this episode Josh discusses the importance of enjoying jiu-jitsu no matter what spot you're in.

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In this episode Josh discusses how much losing in jiu-jitsu can suck but also how we can use a lose to suck less at jiu-jitsu.

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In this episode Josh interviews YouTube Jiu-jitsu star Chewy. Chewy really breaks down how to be a great teacher, why he started a youtube channel, and how he got his start in jiu-jitsu.

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In today's short solocast Josh explains his approach on being efficient in training, deciding what position to work on, and how to beat the people …

Steve McKinney returns to talk about his strength and conditioning routine for combat athletes and the way he built it.

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Here Josh talks about some of the most important lessons he wish he knew when he was a newbie.

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In this interview Josh interviews his long time friend/enemy Ezra Lenon. This is by the the most wide ranging episode to date. The best way to see what it's about is to take a listen!

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In this episode Josh interviews YouTube Jiu-jitsu star Eli Knight. They get into great discussion about training, self defense, and Eli's hair vs Chewjitsu's beard.

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First times competing can be scary. This is the advise I give to my students about competition.

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In today's episodes Josh discusses 4 questions that he asks himself anytime he's dealing with a plateau.

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In this Question and Answer Josh talks about what he disagrees with about jiu jitsu politics, the part of guard passing that people are missing, and …

Today Josh has the pleasure to sit down with his long time coach, Kyle Watson. Kyle is a black belt in bjj, a UFC veteran, a semi finalist on the …

In this episode Josh discusses how to get better no matter who you're training with. From the 110 pound teenager to the 220 pound black belt. Listen to this episode to learn how to get the most out of every round.

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In the episode Josh discusses the importance of setting large goals in jiu-jitsu and then mini goals to accomplish them.

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In this episode Josh discusses the importance of focusing on positions individually and not as a whole.

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In this episode we experiment with a different format of question and answers.

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In this interview Josh interviews his father, Steve. Steve is a BJJ Black Belt, instructor, a personal trainer, and a pastor. We focus on longevity in jiu-jitsu, strength training for bjj, and balance of training.

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The pilot episode of the ISAJJS. Here Josh discusses something he calls the end goal method of training. This is what he believes to be one of the most efficient ways to suck less at jiu-jitsu.

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