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The Chewjitsu Podcast

The Chewjitsu Podcast features your host BJJ Black Belt Nick "Chewy" Albin of chewjitsu.net and his co-host BJJ Black Belt and Physical Therapist Dr. Eugene Tsozik. The show covers topics such as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, training, diet, health and injury-prevention, Q&A sessions, and interviews.

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01:10:40

Avoid The BJJ Cult Of Overtraining (Episode 389)

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2025/11/10

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss overtraining, how to be aware of the warning signs of overtraining, and how to avoid overtraining. We also discuss common reasons people avoid taking time off, the idea of "making up for lost time," the importance of focusing on things you can control, finding your own routine and rhythm, and why you should change what you consider training. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code

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01:10:21

Jiu-Jitsu Red Flags (Episode 388)

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2025/11/03

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss some Jiu-Jitsu gym red flags. Here are some of the "Jiu-Jitu Red Flags" If the coach is demonstrating unacceptable behavior or if the coach is not engaged. Negative gym culture. Coach showing up intoxicated. Coach not allowing you to cross-train or visit other gyms. No open mats. Not allowing newer students to roll at all. No upper belts at the gym. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the

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01:06:10

10 Reasons To Master BJJ Defense and Escapes (Episode...

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2025/10/27

Chewy and Eugene share 10 ideas on why you should master defense and escapes in BJJ. Here are the ideas we discussed: 1. To escape effectively, you will have less fear and worries on the mat. 2. When you become skilled defensively, you can become more aggressive with your offense. 3. Increased efficiency on the mats. 4. When you avoid training escapes then you turn into a grappler with a "glass jaw." 5. When you develop a strong defensive game, your submissions improve dramatically. 6. You get

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01:13:10

The Misconception of Discipline (Episode 386)

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2025/10/20

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss the idea of discipline and the misconceptions about discipline. We discuss why discipline is about flexibility, what all success is built on, how to develop the ability to be flexible and not get off track, the importance of being reflective, habit stacking, having contrast, how to prioritize the most important tasks, how to train your subconscious to support you, how to improve efficiency, focusing on things you can control, and why people

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01:01:54

Rules For Jiu-Jitsu #21: The Golden Rule of Jiu-Jitsu...

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2025/10/13

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss the “Golden Rule” of competition. We discuss why the way you win is just as important as if you win, doing the honorable thing in competition, why how you go about daily training is important for your success, why competitions are "controlled aggression" and not "animosity," what makes competing so unique, and the experience of coaching a student in a tournament. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and

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01:13:37

The Best of the Podcast #2: Rules For Jiu-Jitsu #1-3...

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2025/10/06

On this episode of the podcast, we share some of the best moments from the podcast. In this edition, we dive into a recap of the "Rules For Jiu-Jitsu" series. We discuss the following rules: BJJ is a marathon (Episode 160: Rules For Jiu-Jitsu 1) Be an anti-martial artist (Episode 164: Rules For Jiu-Jitsu 2) Grips First (Episode 166: Rules for Jiu-Jitsu 3) Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of

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The "BJJ 80-20 Rule" (Episode 383)

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2025/09/29

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss the “Pareto Principle,” also known as this “80-20 Rule.” We discuss the idea of 20% of your BJJ techniques accounting for 80% of your success in grappling. We discuss if the “80-20 Rule” could be a trap and make your game too limited, how to identify what needs to change and how to get out of a rut, when the best time is to reflect on your training session, changing your idea of success during training, actions vs outcomes, and why to become “outcome

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01:43:13

ADCC Veteran and BJJ Black Belt John Hansen (Episode...

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2025/09/22

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by ADCC veteran and BJJ black belt John Hansen. John discusses bouncing around gyms initially and then finding a consistent training environment, when his life started to change into a more positive directions, 5 things all grappling is based around, how his training has changed as he has gotten older, getting things that you want in training and having a more narrow focus on success and failure, what has moved the needle most in his training, his

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01:33:31

BJJ Black Belt and Founder of “Tap Cancer Out” Jon...

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2025/09/15

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by BJJ Black Belt and Founder of the non-profit organization “Tap Cancer Out.” Jon discusses starting Jiu-Jitsu in 2008, why earning a blue belt had significant meaning, dealing with “imposter syndrome” in BJJ, how “Tap Cancer Out” started and the process of running a tournament, the challenges of running a Jiu-Jitsu non-profit business, finding the best beneficiaries to support cancer, the importance of delegating and having a strong team, the “feel” of

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Surviving "The Pyjama Game" (Episode 380)

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2025/09/08

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss a book Chewy has been reading titled “The Pyjama Game” and discuss an idea from the book on the unique take Japanese Judokas take to martial arts. We discuss how the Japanese Judokas had a great ability to relax while being thrown which allowed them to commit to throws and takedowns with less fear because of their ability to take a throw and survive without getting injured. When this idea of survival is taken towards Jiu-Jitsu, you get to see

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01:08:19

CJI 2 Reaction: The Good, The Band, And The Ugly...

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2025/09/01

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene give their thoughts and reactions to the recent Craig Jones Invitational. We discuss our experience at the event, our thoughts on the ruleset, why there was more passivity in the matches, why a "Wrestling Duals" format may be a better ruleset, the controversy of whether Giancarlo Bodoni tapped out, the different roles of the athletes in the Quintet format, day 1 standout performances, our thoughts on day 1 of CJI. We also give our thoughts on the

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51:41

CJI 2 Preview (Episode 378)

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2025/08/25

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene preview the upcoming Craig Jones Invitational (CJI 2). We discuss the new Quintet team format, how the wrestling and takedowns will change when competing in a pit, what made the CJI a unique tournament, what Chewy would focus on if prepping for an event like CJI, and potential strategies for the teams. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived

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Choosing The Right Gym For You (Self-Defense vs....

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2025/08/18

On this episode we answer a question from an anonymous podcast listener. “Bob” wrestled in high school and is currently a member at a self-defense gym, but has been cross-training at a Sport/Competition gym and really liking it. “Bob” is wondering if he should switch gyms if he wants to become a successful competitor. We discuss why wrestlers prefer Sport Jiu-Jitsu, why martial arts and fighting is like a language, how creating limitations and rules can lead to creativity, if the best athletes in

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Why Do “Alpha Male Bros” Become BJJ Gym Memes?...

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2025/08/11

Chewy and Eugene discuss “Alpha Male Bros” and some stories of these guys coming into the gym. We discuss some of these “Alpha Bro” characters that show up on-line and the ridiculousness of their perspectives, stories of the “I See Red” guys showing up to the gym, why we tend to want nice cars and big houses as young men, cultural norms of success, the fulfillment of skill acquisition, ego death/“losing your armor,” and "true wealth." Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Athlethc"

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Beware Of Other People's BJJ Commandments (Episode 375)

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2025/08/04

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene get asked about BJJ Black Belt Henry Akins' recent comments that "Half Guard" is not a very good position in BJJ. Chewy and Eugene discuss why you shouldn't always accept other people’s “dogma,” the idea that “half guard is half passed," the original thoughts on leg locks in BJJ, why half guard is a great passing and sweeping position, why Jiu-Jitsu lives in the gray area, a common mistake many BJJ practitioners make, the distinction between "Old School" and "Modern

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01:11:58

Powerful Mindset Tips For BJJ And Life (Episode 374)

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2025/07/28

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss multiple mindset tips that can help with BJJ and in life. We discuss the idea of “detachment,” separating yourself from your accomplishments, dealing with negative self-talk, how to develop awareness and change things that you don’t like about yourself, how a loss helped Chewy get refocused and re-energized, being the “watcher,” how to stop ruminating, if Jiu-Jitsu has gotten "softer," and dealing with anxiety of competition. Thanks to the

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01:34:36

BJJ Black Belt Chris Wojcik (Episode 373)

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2025/07/21

Chis Wojcik is a BJJ black belt who trains out of "B Team," he is an ADCC veteran, and creator of "The Woj Lock." On this episode we discuss “celebrity belts” in Jiu-Jitsu, the difference between black belts today as compared to 20 years ago, what developments have occurred at "B Team," the transition of moving to a more competitive gym, ego in BJJ, avoiding the negative loop and managing emotions, the most challenging things about being a full time athlete, the challenges of traveling, how

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01:05:15

What Is A BJJ Black Belt? (Episode 372)

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2025/07/14

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss what is a legitimate black belt. We chat about the recent story of “Derek Moneyberg,” who received a BJJ black belt in 3.5 years by doing only private lessons. Chewy shares a couple stories of teaching students who only wanted to do private lessons and wanted to get promoted, the limitations of only doing private lessons, “celebrity belts,” why knowledge doesn’t always equal skill, the characteristics of a legit black belt, and what Chewy

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01:08:41

4 BJJ Rules That Changed My Life (Episode 371)

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2025/07/07

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss 4 things that they learned through Jiu-Jitsu that impacted their lives. Facing your fears - fear as part of the process and how to overcome the resistance to achieving your goals. The cost of skill and progress - pick things that align with what you want. Taking care of your body - get contrast through BJJ and create habits or better performance on the mats. The power of repetition - developing technique in BJJ as well as the value of repetition in your

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Stop Being So Nice With Your BJJ (Episode 370)

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2025/06/30

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss why you should stop being so nice with your BJJ. We discuss the importance of using pressure with your techniques, ideas on how to properly apply pressure, your intentions when applying pressure, how to recognize a student with “bad intentions,” the factors that impact aggressiveness in training, using BJJ to deal with anger and to use intensity in a contained way, training techniques vs. competition techniques, having the ability to shift

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