The Truth About Competing in BJJ After 35 (Nobody Talks About This) | Ep. 121

In Episode 121 of 40 & Fighting, we dive into what it really takes to keep competing as you get older — physically, mentally, and strategically. Competing in your 30s, 40s, and beyond isn't about training less… it's about training smarter. In this episode, we break down how your approach to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition, recovery, and conditioning needs to evolve if you want to stay competitive and avoid burnout or injury. In this episode we cover: How competition changes as you move into the Masters divisions The mindset shifts needed to stay dangerous on the mats Specific training methods that help older grapplers compete longer ⏱️ Recovery, workload management, and smart intensity training How to peak for tournaments without destroying your body Real stories, lessons learned, and plenty of laughs along the way Whether you're planning your first Masters tournament or you've been competing for years, this episode is packed with real-world experience from grapplers still stepping on the competition mats. Drop a comment: What's been the hardest adjustment in training as you've gotten older — recovery, cardio, injuries, or time management? Like • Comment • Subscribe Help support the show and grow the 40 & Fighting community. Join the Discord and be part of the team https://discord.gg/MUgrpSc2nt Save your feet mat burn: https://amzn.to/3uLkJjh Blath Path Gear: https://theblkpath.com/ IG: John: https://www.instagram.com/ghostninjasd Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/beardrolls 40ANDFIGHITNG: https://www.instagram.com/40andfighting_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@40andfighting