Jiu-Jitsu Posts
June 4, 2026
Beyond the White Belt: Unpacking Your Deepest 'Why' in Jiu-Jitsu
Welcome back to the Fighters Drinking Coffee blog, where we dive even deeper in to the topics from our latest episode to help you get better at Jiu-Jitsu! In our latest episode, Episode 65: Why You Keep Training: Finding Your 'Why' in Jiu-Jitsu…
June 3, 2026
The Art of the Comeback: Reigniting Your Jiu-Jitsu Motivation
Welcome back to the Fighters Drinking Coffee blog, where we delve deeper in to the topics we discuss on the show! Today, we're looking at a topic that I know resonates with every single one of you who has ever stepped onto the mats: the inevitable t…
May 27, 2026
Setting SMART Goals for Your Jiu-Jitsu Journey: Measurable Progress, Real Results
Why SMART Goals Matter in Jiu-JitsuWelcome back to the blog, where we take a deeper dive in to the topics we discuss on the show! If you’ve just tuned into our latest podcast episode, you’ll know we dove deep into the often-frustrating…
May 21, 2026
Tape Study Mastery: Maximizing Insights, Minimizing Overthinking
Welcome back to the blog, everyone! In our latest podcast episode, we discussed a bunch of different topics surrounding the discipline that goes into training and competing in Jiu-jitsu. One of the core concepts we discussed was the temptation to cr…
May 13, 2026
Beyond Disaffiliation: Fostering a Community 'Immune System' in BJJ
The world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, for all its beauty, discipline, and camaraderie, has recently been shadowed by deeply disturbing instances of abuse and misconduct. These aren't isolated incidents; they are systemic issues that have shaken the very…
May 3, 2026
The Green Flags of a Healthy BJJ Gym: Cultivating Respect and Humility
Introduction: Beyond the Red Flags - What Makes a BJJ Gym Thrive?Welcome back to the blog, Jiu-Jitsu enthusiasts! If you've just tuned into our latest episode, Episode 50, titled "Did You Join a Jiu-Jitsu Cult?", you'll understand the importance o…
April 29, 2026
Beyond the Podium: Tactical Adjustments from the Chicago Open
Welcome back to the blog, everyone! In our latest episode, Episode 60, titled "Chicago Open Recap: Medals, Grub & Deep-Dish Debriefs," we dove headfirst into the exciting, and at times grueling, world of high-level competition. We recapped the s…
April 25, 2026
Finding the Fun: Why You Shouldn't Take Jiu-Jitsu Too Seriously
Welcome back to the blog, grappling enthusiasts! Back on episode 46 of the podcast, we dove headfirst into a topic that's been brewing in the minds of many practitioners: does jiu-jitsu take itself too seriously? We explored the fascinating dichotom…
April 24, 2026
The Art of Reading the Room: Navigating Your First Jiu-Jitsu Class
Welcome back to the blog, grappling enthusiasts! On episode 58 of Fighters Drinking Coffee podcast, we dove deep into the often-overlooked nuances of stepping onto a jiu-jitsu mat for the very first time. It’s a thrilling, intimidating, and so…
April 23, 2026
Mastering Your Nerves: The Yerkes-Dodson Law in Jiu Jitsu Competition
Mastering Your Nerves: The Yerkes-Dodson Law in Jiu Jitsu CompetitionWelcome back to the blog, grappling enthusiasts! Back on episode 52 of Fighters Drinking Coffee, we delved deep into a topic that resonates with every single one of us who has ev…
April 22, 2026
Systematic Weight Cut Maintenance: Beyond the Last Meal
Welcome back to the Fighters Drinking Coffee blog! In this post, we're diving deeper into a topic that's absolutely crucial for any competitor: the art of maintaining your weight cut, especially when you're on the road. We’ve all been there &n…
