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E122: Yeliz Akwei - Blue Belt Yeliz Akwei collaborated with her husband for holding her Muay Thai pads in exchange for starting Jiu Jitsu. After a confusing start in the sport, her interest was sparked by the Omoplata as it felt fun and intriguing. Continuing to do the hard thing that is learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is something parents do, and Yeliz is one of those people. Balancing the personal priority of parental wellbeing and prioritising the children is something many of us consider. Yeliz role models the behaviour of choosing to do hard things, showing up at regular training and the occasional competition for her children and also inspires other women around her to start and continue in the sport of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Yeliz is now hosting London Women's Open Mats to support the community grow and thrive. Do get along to the next event. Topics:Starting Jiu jitsuOmoplata40+ WomenChallengesInjuriesJiu Jitsu CampsFriendshipsLondon Women's Open MatCross TrainingStrength Sponsor of this episode is: London Women's Open Mat: https://www.instagram.com/londonwomensopenmat/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLouClips on TikTok and InstagramTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jiu.jitsu.louInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.lou A UK BJJ Podcast hosted by Lou Temlett @jiu.jitsu.lou PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zoë Swift is a White Belt training out of Parity Martial Arts and so far has lost every match to submission. She shows up with resilience and tenacity to keep going on her competitive journey despite the initial setbacks. Zoë really is a role model for any of us in the early part of our BJJ careers. She also shares challenges in decision making for her study and work life. Training has given Zoë balance for her life now she has embarked on an HR Apprenticeship. She is inspired by her partner, his challenges and growth in MMA and BJJ. Supporting other women is really important, whether they are friends that haven't yet started training or fellow training partners. Shows like ENYO really highlight the female BJJ talent in the UK, their next event is Saturday 4th April 2026. GO Topics:LosingProgressApprenticeshipsTrainingBJJ TalkWomen's TeamENYOCoastal Combat GO FOLLOWZoë on InstagramF: https://www.instagram.com/zoe.bjj.04/ Sponsor of this episode is: Parity Martial Arts: https://www.instagram.com/paritymartialarts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLouClips on TikTok and InstagramTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jiu.jitsu.louInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.lou A UK BJJ Podcast hosted by Lou Temlett @jiu.jitsu.lou PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ellie Osborne began training in martial arts as a teenager and is now a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Purple Belt and women’s coach at Ascend Jiu Jitsu. Now in her 40s, Ellie still brings the same rebellious spirit to her training — channeling it through sport, challenge, and the BJJ community she loves. In this episode, we talk openly about what it’s like to train as women in our forties, including the physical and emotional challenges that can come with perimenopause. Ellie shares her honest journey through Jiu Jitsu, the importance of having a supportive husband and team around her, and why she continues to seek out difficult goals — from the mats to marathon running. Ellie is passionate about encouraging more women to step onto the mats, proving that it’s never too late to start, grow, and find strength through Jiu Jitsu. Topics:KickboxingKarateBrazilian Jiu JitsuMindsetMum-GuiltPerimenopauseRunningWomen's Coach GO FOLLOWEllie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellieozzie81/Please donate - Ellie's running the 2026 London Marathon for Suicide&Co: https://www.justgiving.com/page/ellie-osborne-milesformike Sponsor of this episode is: Ascend Jiu Jitsu: https://www.instagram.com/ascend_jj/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLouClips on TikTok and InstagramTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jiu.jitsu.louInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.lou A UK BJJ Podcast hosted by Lou Temlett @jiu.jitsu.lou PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Libby Genge faces the biggest match of her BJJ career against Sarah Galvo on Polaris 36 at Fairfield Halls Croydon on Saturday 7th March 2026. Having met Libby for KAIROS 3 she truly is already a winner, having walked away from that tournament with £2k back in 2025. Libby started her hobby life in dancing and quickly progressed to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with pink and purple Gi's. Libby shares her personal journey starting out in jiu jitsu, challenges in the sport, the division between girls and boys, children and adults, and how to manage training with family members. Libby is now a full-time athlete and is looking to win many Grand Slams in 2026 and beyond. Topics:POLARIS 36KAIROS 3FundamentalsChildhood HobbiesKids classesCoachingWrestlingFull-time AthleteFamilyLearning Spanish GO FOLLOWLibby Genge on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbygengebjj/Stealth BJJ HQ Manchester on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stealthbjj/ Sponsor of this episode is: Libby Genge - BJJ & Wrestling Coach: https://www.instagram.com/libbygengebjj/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLouClips on TikTok and InstagramTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jiu.jitsu.louInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.lou A UK BJJ Podcast hosted by Lou Temlett @jiu.jitsu.lou PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leo Coates is a four-stripe Blue Belt and started Brazilian Jiu Jitsu back in 2021, and comes from a Rugby background. Leo previously trained Judo as a child and that was his only introduction to martial arts. Due to injury Leo moved from his 20 years in Rugby to Jiu Jitsu, and wishes he started competing at White Belt. Leo has a whole career based in the coffee industry and decided in 2025 to combine his love of Jiu Jitsu with his coffee experience, and now through sales gives back to the BJJ community supporting young people starting out and competing. Inviting families that haven't yet embarked on their Jiu Jitsu journey and serving Clinch Coffee to the adults whilst the kids, and even the parents train is something any BJJ club could try, especially to continue to build the positive community. Topics:JudoRugbyJames Smith & Ffion DaviesRelocationQuality CoffeeSmall Hold FarmsYoung Role ModelsCommunity DayOpen MatsDonations for Kids ProgrammesThe Future of Clinch CoffeeCollaborations GO FOLLOWLeo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clinchcoffeeImpulse BJJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impulsebjj/ Sponsor of this episode is: Clinch Coffee: https://www.instagram.com/clinchcoffee Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLouClips on TikTok and InstagramTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jiu.jitsu.louInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.lou A UK BJJ Podcast hosted by Lou Temlett @jiu.jitsu.lou PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Graham Barlow is a Black Belt and co-author of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - The Ultimate Illustrated Guidebook with Seymour Yang. Graham talks about the collaboration for the beautiful illustrated book specifically aimed at White Belts in the sport of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, however we all love our copies, regardless of rank. Graham talks about his background as a tech journalist, and his transition from years in Chinese martial arts to the ways of learning and progressing in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He has found a way to appreciate investing in loss through his experience, as well as enjoying the process. This is an incredible in-depth conversation to deeper understand your own game and progress. Topics:Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - The Ultimate Illustrated GuidebookCollaborationTech JournalismCoachingTai ChiWays of learningNew challengesOpen mindednessMaking mistakesAwarenessPriorities GO FOLLOWGraham on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gbarl2/Slouching Tigert Tai Chi: https://bath-taichi.weebly.com/Meerkatsu website: https://www.meerkatsu.com/ Sponsor of this episode is: Moda Jiu Jitsu: https://www.instagram.com/modajiujitsuacademy/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLouClips on TikTok and InstagramTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jiu.jitsu.louInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.lou A UK BJJ Podcast hosted by Lou Temlett @jiu.jitsu.lou PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Mensah is a Brown Belt and founder of The Grapple League. Supported by an incredible team they host events with a similar format to Grappling Industries with Round Robins. Josh explains some of the terminology and rules for competitions, especially for those of us that don't fully understand what goes on. Josh started his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu journey in 2014. and shares some of the challenging times in his life where he now feels like he owes Jiu Jitsu for his progress and success. Listen to this episode to watch and hear the infamous 'Uncle Josh' talk of his incredible experience. Topics:The Grapple LeagueGrappling IndustriesRound RobinAbsolutesBad DecisionsJiu Jitsu saves livesInterviewsHard workDavid AguzziMedals vs Mat time GO FOLLOWJosh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jitsiah/ Sponsor of this episode is: The Grapple League: https://www.instagram.com/thegrappleleagueuk/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLouClips on TikTok and InstagramTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jiu.jitsu.louInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.lou A UK BJJ Podcast hosted by Lou Temlett @jiu.jitsu.lou PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rich Harding is a Purple Belt fighting out of Parity Martial Arts in Southampton, and is up on Coastal Combat Festival on Saturday 7th February in Dorchester Prison. Rich is a long-time martial artist, and a 20 year MMA coach. He is also a multi-title holding martial artist in K1, Thai Boxing and Unlicensed Boxing. Rich is a left-handed striker, has an exciting style and talks of his successes and the benefits of being left-handed in martial arts. He has some great tips for all of us that feel like we know very little at Blue Belt, and shares a mindful approach to striking. We also talk about supporting the upcoming fighters in the UK, which is really important to so many of us in the sport of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, especially for ENYO, with the upcoming event on Saturday 4th April. Topics:Coastal Combat FestivalJapanese Jiu JitsuCage WarriorsThai BoxingStrikingGround gameMMALeft-Handed fightingTraining CampsUFCCoachingENYO GrapplingCornering GO FOLLOWRich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richstogram/ Sponsor of this episode is: Parity Martial Arts: https://www.instagram.com/paritymartialarts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLouClips on TikTok and InstagramTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jiu.jitsu.louInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.lou A UK BJJ Podcast hosted by Lou Temlett @jiu.jitsu.lou PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leigh Ibberson has recently been promoted to Purple Belt and his BJJ career is looking at a very exciting over the coming year. Leigh is the owner and founder of Shaftesbury Submission Grappling based in a small town in Dorset, UK. Leigh was inspired by the Joe Rogan Experience to start training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu some years ago, and continues to listen to great podcasts, including the Jiu Jitsu Lou Podcast. Facing the fear and doing it anyway is a life philosophy of Leigh's. This includes climbing Snowdon, in bare foot shoes with a 50kg backpack. Leigh speaks about his competition experience at White Belt and goes on to speak about the Super Fights he has coming up in 2026. Topics:Purple Belt PromotionShaftesbury Submission GrapplingHelping othersJoe Rogan ExperienceBig ChallengesFear vs FailureCompeting at White BeltCompetitive SpiritUltra AthleteFriday Night TrainingCoastal Combat LeagueADCC DenmarkGrappleFest Prelims GO FOLLOWLeigh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leigh_ibberson/ Sponsor of this episode is: Fortitude Official: https://www.instagram.com/official.fortitude.bjj/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLouClips on TikTok and Instagram TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jiu.jitsu.louInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.lou A UK BJJ Podcast hosted by Lou Temlett @jiu.jitsu.lou PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily Eyles joins the show for a second time after her first appearance in November 2023. She is now a Black Belt, recently promoted under Pedro Bessa. Emily has always been an avid traveler and competes all over the world. She talks about the cost of competing and inspires the rest of us to compete in Europe, especially if we're based near an airport. Since becoming a Black Belt, Emily shares how much more Zen she is feeling, and also shares advice about being more specific and assertive in our own training strategies. Congratulations to Emily on her recent engaged to a fellow Jiu Jitsu athlete and Black Belt, William Timmis. Topics:Black Belt PromotionEngagement congratulationsRealistic expectationsYoga helps Jiu JitsuBeing reflectiveEuropean competitionBe specificAssertiveness GO FOLLOWEmily on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emington/ Sponsor of this episode is: Ben's Grapple Lens: https://www.instagram.com/bensgrapplelens/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLouClips on TikTok and Instagram TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jiu.jitsu.louInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.lou A UK BJJ Podcast hosted by Lou Temlett @jiu.jitsu.lou PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hayley Curtis is a newly promoted Brown Belt, with 25 years sports coaching experience, is based in the Isle of Man and is an accomplished coach at Summit Grappling Academy (SGA). She talks about all aspects of BJJ, including some fun antics! Making the sport of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu more accessible to everyone is the aim of many of us, especially Hayley and the rest of the team at SGA. Hayley brings her conceptual detail and awareness to supporting competitors with their own preparation for competitions. Her passion and experience from her early years in gymnastics brings something unique, not just to her own game but to everyone she coaches. Topics:Brown Belt PromotionSports CoachingBeginners Jiu Jitsu ClassesPole DancingJECERIS InvitationalCommunityENYO CollaborationCompetition PreparationProprioceptionCreative directionCelebration GO FOLLOWHayley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiujitsu_hayles/ Sponsor of this episode is: Summit Grappling Academy: https://www.instagram.com/summitgrapplingacademy/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcast PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E111: Lou Temlett - Blue Belt This episode is brought to you by INSIO Mental Performance.Download your Mental Skills for BJJ Competitors here: https://insio.biz/bjj Subscribe on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Thank you so much for listening to the podcast over the last 12 months. This episode is a reflection on my jiu jitsu journey over the last year, what worked well and what didn't. Mindlessly taking actions in life, particularly attending jiu jitsu sessions, and recording these jiu jitsu podcast episodes means that I have made significant progress. I will be actively embracing my new found values of FIRE, PASSION and FREEDOM within my jiu jitsu game and also my business to continue to build a wholehearted community and much more progress. Thank you all for your ongoing support, lets connect in 2026! Topics:2025 - What worked wellIntentionValuesNotable Podcast GuestsWhat didn't work wellBeing Decisive2026 - GoalsRunning BJJ events GO FOLLOWMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.lou/ Sponsor of this episode is: LOUTECH Masters: https://jiujitsulou.com/loutech-masters/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcast PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Clark has recently been promoted to Brown Belt, and we talk about the recent British Open tournament in Coventry, and some of the aches and pains that us as Masters competitors might experience! 'Jiu Jitsu saved my life' is a statement that relates to Mike's story. He shares parts of his story that echo the true value of being part of a community, especially one that is the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu community. The vibe of any Jiu Jitsu academy is founded within the heartfelt energy of the Head Coach, and therefore attract similar, like-minded people. This is where it is so important to find the right fit when choosing a club or academy to join. Mike is founder of Grapple SNC, helping grapplers train smarter and for longer. He shares the value of taking a small amount of time to practice mobility. Mike has aims for 2026 and beyond, to coach more clients and to also increase his coaching in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He will also be continuing to have a sense of fun, and be that someone to talk to. Topics:British OpenAches and painsCoaching styleOpen MatsBe ProactiveSafetyTrustMobilityHomelessnessCoaching kidsHave a sense fun GO FOLLOWMike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeclarkyclark/ Sponsor of this episode is: Roger Gracie Marlow: https://www.instagram.com/rgamarlow/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcast PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hayley Valentine is a new Black Belt and has just had her 29th Birthday. Wishing you all a Happy Festive period, with some downtime, and at least one Open Mat! Hayley opens up about what life was like before Jiu Jitsu and shares coming from a family of remarkable humans. She was thrilled to find such a different world on the mats, and just wanted to get fit. Giving your all, is something that is close to Hayley's heart, and it's very clear that her passion is to put her whole self into everything she does. Taking opportunities to compete, especially at White and Blue Belt is something we should all embrace. Hayley will be giving her all to the upcoming Quatrolinhas Super Fight as she appears on the Main Card at the end of January 2026. Hayley's message for 2026 to us all is to try new things, and take up new opportunities, and if anyone has any MC jobs for me or Hayley, do get in contact! Topics:MMAPersonalitiesFitnessPatienceDonkey GuardCompetitionConfidenceBlack Belt DebutWomen's Jiu JitsuQuatrolinhas Super Fight GO FOLLOWHayley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hayleyvmma/ Sponsor of this episode is: BST Academy: https://www.instagram.com/bstmmaacademy Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcast PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

GO FOLLOWChris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chris_yampower/ Talk 2 A Brother on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talk2abrother/ Sponsor of this episode is: Holistic Wellbeing Hub: https://www.instagram.com/holisticwellbeinghub/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcast PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Morgan is a Brown Belt at Newbury BJJ having started back in 2018, and recently hosted a 24 hour Rollathon raising money for REORG. We talk about what Jiu Jitsu actually is, and why it's such a great thing to start doing, for positive mental health as well as weight loss. If you want to feel welcomed into a new community, start training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. John shares how as he progressed through the belts he noticed he was using less effort, and became comfortable, coasting through training. His coach gave him some feedback to go and get tougher rounds, but what is most impressive is that John had the self-awareness to continue to improve his knowledge and experience in Jiu Jitsu. If you're interested in joining a Jiu Jitsu camp, John has some helpful advice for us White and Blue Belts that might be thinking of booking a week or weekend camp for 2026. Topics:REORG RollathonWhat is Jiu Jitsu?Weight lossTrainingSCRAMBLE CampParaestraJiu Jitsu CampsOverthinkingAvoiding the Bronze MedalListening to your CoachEnergySubmissionsCoachingJiu Jidiots Podcast GO FOLLOWJohn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnamorgan/ Jiu Jidiots Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiujidiots24/ Jiu Jidiots Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4jVQOdLx930CnJ3WAJb1K5?si=9aef5b80d9744e2e Sponsors of this episode is: Newbury BJJ: https://www.instagram.com/newburybjj/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcast PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jamie Youngson is a Blue Belt that has an epic introduction. Let's Go!He has an incredible story, and shares his deep vulnerability from the very start. Jamie shares his work, and his lifestyle that echoed to him that there needed to be a change. Jamie talks of his intent to make physical and mental change, with all the martial arts possible, at the same time. His heartfelt determination, and resilience is very clear. Dealing with being a Young Carer, and continually seeking positive male role models has been Jamie's mission. Jamie is now that incredible role model, not just for peers but so many others in the jiu jitsu community. If you haven't yet connected with Jamie, and observed his emotional brilliance… Watch this episode. Topics:ObesityRickson GraciePTSDRealityShift workWeight liftingGok WanUFCBrock LesnerMuay ThaiYoung CarerEmotionsRole modelsWhat If mentalityHuman PotentialGrappleWorldsMatch friends GO FOLLOWJamie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieyoungson/ Sponsor of this episode is: New Movement BJJ: https://www.instagram.com/new.movement.bjj/andEscapology BJJ: https://www.instagram.com/escapologybjj/ Please reach out to…Mind Charity: https://www.mind.org.uk/HWH Holistic Wellbeing Hub: https://www.instagram.com/holisticwellbeinghub/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLouInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcast PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julie Catchpole AKA Jiu Jitsu Nanny is an all-round competitor in all aspects of life, including Monopoly! Julie was promoted to Purple Belt at the recent World Masters. She talks of her competition experience over the last few years competing as a Masters Athlete after she started training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at 57. Julie trains at The Jiu Jitsu Sanctuary in Chelmsford, Essex and always wants to be working towards her own progress in Jiu Jitsu. Balancing training with family responsibilities, is ultimately important for wellbeing and positive mindset, especially when dealing with bereavement, as well as other life challenges. Julie shares her own heartfelt story. We are all seeing more women joining the sport, and also more and more Masters practitioners starting to train Jiu Jitsu because of inspirational people like Julie. Topics:GymnasticsMonopolyWorld MastersNervesAmbitionTrainingFamilyConfidence GO FOLLOWJulie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu_jitsu_nanny/ Sponsor of this episode is: The Jiu Jitsu Sanctuary https://www.instagram.com/tjjs_uk/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcast PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Moogie Hayat is a Jiu Jitsu Referee, and an active competitor, and he talks about his recent Super Fight on Quatrolinhas 2. Moogie's curiosity in knowing and learning more about the sport has kept him and his family in the sport for so long. The Brazilian Jiu Jitsu community is much richer because of Moogie, do go and say hello when you see him at your next event. Moogie is very much focused on supporting his family and anyone in the wider community. He echoes the connection between mindset and technique, bringing every emotion to the surface, and letting the ego go. Listen to all the incredible stories Moogie has to share, they will make you smile and love the sport even more. If you want to become a ref in BJJ, Moogie has some great tips to get started. Topics:Super FightFamilyVisionCommunicationCompetingRefereeing The evolution of BJJMatMastersWorking hard GO FOLLOWMoogie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moogie1978/ Sponsor of this episode is: MatMastersUK https://www.instagram.com/matmasteruk/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcast PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is brought to you by INSIO Mental Performance.Download your Mental Skills for BJJ Competitors here: https://insio.biz/bjj Jack Fullam, Brown Belt and Eddie Bye, White Belt and are both Founders of Combat Sports Hygiene. They speak about the importance of knowing what skin infections are, and how to deal with them effectively. Eddie joined Jiu Jitsu and whilst checking that his joints would be okay training the sport, Jack took him under his wing, and the payback is Eddie getting Jack into all sorts of activities, like the Wash Your Gi podcast and Combat Sports Hygiene! Finding people in the community that can help you keep going, and stay in the sport, alongside dealing with injury and grief is a really great thing. All of us have at least one gym buddy, and it sounds like Jack has been an incredible support to Eddie during difficult times. Have a listen to this fantastic episode where the mission of both guests and Combat Sports Hygiene is to help improve the lives of others. Topics:Combat Sports HygieneSkin InfectionsStaphylococcusMat-side hygieneCompetitionJiu Jitsu podcastingBusiness startupDermatologistSkin Education GO FOLLOWJack & Eddie's podcast - Wash Your GI on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wash.your.gi/ Sponsor of this episode is: Combat Sports Hygiene https://sportshygiene.com/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcast PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.