The Grapplezilla Podcast

Most fighters stick to one martial art, but Taylor Weber combines Sambo, Judo, BJJ, and MMA into a relentless, fight-effective system that’s breaking barriers. His unique approach, blending seamless transitions, unorthodox grips, and explosive takedowns, demonstrates how versatility can dominate the cage—especially at lighter weights where he aims to shine in MMA with his eye on competing Ryzen and UFC.In this episode, Taylor shares how his diverse martial arts background fuels his success—winning multiple Pan-American Sambo titles, beating world-class opponents like Merab Dvalishvili, and earning selection to the Sambo World Team. He reveals his viewpoint on fighting, mastering the pin, and why combat sambo’s no-nonsense, streamlined techniques outperform Jiu-Jitsu in MMA.Discover how he trains tirelessly, balancing coaching and competition—and why he believes Sambo's full-package, punch-to-grip flow is the ultimate Martial Art for real fighting. We break down the tactical advantages of Sambo's pinning rules, cage work, and the strategic mindset that makes him fearless against higher-level opponents.Whether you're a grappler craving more effective tools or an MMA fan fascinated by the discipline blending striking, takedowns, and submissions into one ruthless arsenal, this episode is packed with game-changing insights. Taylor’s vision for his pro career, fighting in Japan, and the future of American Sambo will inspire you to challenge conventions and elevate your own training.Prepare to see martial arts from a new perspective—less about tradition, more about real combat impact. Perfect for fighters, coaches, or anyone eager to learn how a versatile, relentless approach can unlock your full potential. We HIGHLY recommend following Taylor’s Social accounts as well as check out his website as it is great!The links to Taylor's IG, FB and Website are here below:Instagram: instagram.com/t.weber64kgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094004501455Website: taylorwebersambo.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@t.weber64kgX: https://x.com/tweber64kgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@t.weber64kgIf you want to get some AWESOME Grapplezilla merch, check out our Grapplezilla Store in the link below:https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall....If you would like to support the Grapplezilla Podcast and buy me a coffee, I’ll leave a link below as any support is always appreciated:https://buymeacoffee.com/grapplezilla Also, if you enjoyed this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla’s Podcast for more great Grappling and Wrestling content updated regularly.Until next time…Grab, Throw, Tap!

In this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, I sit down with my coach and BJJ black belt Gabriel Kitober to dissect the shifting landscape of ground fighting. From his early days training in Brazil to the coaching Olympic Judo athletes, Gabriel shares his unique perspective on how the art of BJJ has transformed.We dive deep into:Gabriel's Brazilian Roots: How BJJ has changed since Gabriel’s time in Brazil.Newaza for Judo: Implementing high-level BJJ inside the specific constraints of Judo.The Kitober Methodology: A look at his universal training planning for MMA, Wrestling, and elite grappling athletes.I highly recommend watching this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast as Gabriel shares some amazing knowledge that any high level grappler can use to take their game to the next level.Check out Gabriel's Instagram:  / gabrielkitober  If you liked this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Grappling, Judo, Wrestling, BJJ and MMA content uploaded regularly.#bjj #grappling #judo #newaza #grapplingpodcast #bjjpodcast #gabrielkitober #jiujitsu #podcast #jiujitsupodcast #judopodcast #israeljudo #judoisrael

The Art of Weaponizing Violence for the Everyday Man.In this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we sit down with Greg LeBoeuf, a 30-year professional combat instructor who has trained military, law enforcement, and serious civilian men in real-world violence preparedness.Greg is the creator of the Weaponized 16, a private training program designed to help responsible men develop the clarity, judgment, and control needed to protect life without losing their freedom. His work focuses on understanding violence, managing pressure, and ensuring the man you believe you are is the man who shows up when it matters. Whether you are a BJJ black belt, an MMA enthusiast, a Self-Defense practitioner or just interested in learning how to protect yourself, this deep dive into the technical and historical world of Self Protection and Self Defense is a must-watch.We HIGHLY recommend following Greg’s Social accounts as well as check out his website, they have GREAT content and we’re sure you will really enjoy it! The links to Greg's IG, FB and Website are here below:Instagram: @ProtectR _trainingFacebook: Awaken the ProtectR WithinWebsite: www.weaponized16.caIf you want to get some AWESOME Grapplezilla merch, check out our Grapplezilla Store in the link below:https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall....If you would like to support the Grapplezilla Podcast and buy me a coffee, I’ll leave a link below as any support is always appreciated:https://buymeacoffee.com/grapplezilla Also, if you enjoyed this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Grappling and Wrestling content updated regularly.Until next time…Grab, Throw, Tap!

🎙️ Wrestling the Soul of China: Shuai Jiao, Bokh, and the Philosophy of Grappling.In this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we sit down with Emanuele Papa, a dedicated Shuai Jiao practitioner living and training in the heart of China.Emanuele isn't your average grappler. With an Anthropology degree and a Master’s in Philosophy, he offers a profound, high-level perspective on why we fight and how culture shapes the way we grab each other. While his primary focus is the fast-paced, jacket-wrestling art of Shuai Jiao, Emanuele also shares his unique experiences training in Mongolian Bokh and Korean Ssireum.In this episode, we dive into:- Life in China: What it’s actually like training Shuai Jiao at the source.- The Chinese Style of Folk Wrestling: Explaining and comparing the mechanics, history and cultures of Shuai Jiao and Bokh.- The Scholar-Warrior: How philosophy and anthropology change the way you perceive a takedown.- Cultural Preservation: Why folk wrestling styles are the "DNA" of a nation's history.Whether you are a BJJ black belt, a Judo enthusiast, or a fan of martial arts history, this deep dive into the technical and historical world of Chinese Shuai Jiao is a must-watch.We HIGHLY recommend following Emanuele’s Instagram account as well as check out his website, both have GREAT content and we’re sure you will really enjoy it! The links to Emanuele’s IG and Website are here below:Instagram: @manupapa94 Website: https://papaemanuele94.wixsite.com/shanpuying-chronicleEmanuele will be holding a Shuai Jiao camp this summer around August, once he closes a date and I have more info, I will place it here for you guys to check out and I am sure it will be a great experience.If you want to get some AWESOME Grapplezilla Shuai Jiao merch, check then link below as we have great Shuai Jiao shirts and mugs.⁠https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall.com/products/the-shuai-jiao-shirt⁠⁠https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall.com/products/the-shuai-jiao-mug⁠If you would like to support the Grapplezilla Podcast and buy me a coffee, I’ll leave a link below as any support is always appreciated:https://buymeacoffee.com/grapplezilla Also, if you enjoyed this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we invite you to subscribe to Grapplezilla’s YouTube channel for more great Grappling and Wrestling content updated regularly.Until next time…Grab, Throw, Tap!

🎙️ Welcome to The Grapplezilla Podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking to Les Allen who is an absolute legend and pioneer in the world of Pancrase and MMA.Get ready for a great insight into how it was in the early days of MMA and how it was to be part of Ken Shamrock’s Lion’s Den, training in Japan, Training in Brazil and the UK’s MMA scene.Whether you're a seasoned Grappler or just starting your journey, this one's packed with insights, stories, and techniques that'll level up your game. Don't miss it!You can check out Les Allen’s socials and website here:Website: https://www.lahybridcatchandbjj.com/Instagram: @lahybridcatchwrestlingandbjjThreads: cc_catchwrestlingI highly recommend checking out Les’s accounts and if you are in the Halifax area of the UK, you definitely want to check out Les’s school as Les truly is a great coach!I invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Wrestling, Judo, Grappling and MMA videos uploaded regularly.If you would like to buy me a coffee to help support my channel I will leave the link below as it is always appreciated:https://buymeacoffee.com/grapplezillaAlso, I have some great Grapplezilla Merch, so if you are looking for awesome Wrestling , Grappling and Judo focused T-shirts and more, here is a link to my store:https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall.com/Until next time…Grab, Throw, Tap.#catchwrestling #catchascatchcan #grapplingpodcast #catchwrestler #lesallen #lahybridcatchwrestlingandbjj #wrestlingstyle #martialarts #cacc #lionsden #pancrase

🎙️ Welcome to The Grapplezilla Podcast! In this episode, we're diving into North American Style Catch Wrestling with Val Childs! Get ready for a great insight into this style of Catch Wrestling as we explore the Val's viewpoint nd experience in the world of Catch Wrestling! Whether you're a seasoned Grappler or just starting your journey, this one's packed with insights, stories, and techniques that'll level up your game. Don't miss it!You can check out Val Child's socials and website here:Website: https://combatcitysa.comInstagram: @cc_catchwrestlingThreads: cc_catchwrestlingI highly recommend checking out Val's accounts and if you are in the San Antonio area, you definitely want to check out his Catch Wrestling school as Val is a great coach!I invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Wrestling, Judo, BJJ, Sambo, Catch Wrestling, Grappling and MMA content uploaded regularly.If you would like to buy me a coffee to help support my channel I will leave the link below as it is always appreciated:https://buymeacoffee.com/grapplezillaAlso, I have some great Grapplezilla Merch, so if you are looking for awesome Wrestling , Grappling and Judo focused T-shirts and more, here is a link to my store:https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall.com/Until next time…Grab, Throw, Tap.#catchwrestling #catchascatchcan #grapplingpodcast #catchwrestler #valchilds #combatcitycatchwrestling #wrestlingstyle #martialarts #cacc

🤼‍♂️ THE HIDDEN SCIENCE OF ELITE WRESTLING 🧠Ever wonder why Olympic champions seem to react before their opponents even move? Or why your shots stop working in the third period even though your legs feel fine?This video reveals 10 scientific principles that elite wrestlers understand—but only 0.01% of competitors actually know. These aren't just techniques. These are the invisible systems that make techniques work.⚡ WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER:- Why elite wrestlers react in 120-180 milliseconds (while others take 300-500ms)- The exact heart rate zone that builds wrestling-specific endurance- How grip fatigue reduces your ENTIRE body's power by 20-30%- Why feints work at 180ms intervals (the psychology behind it)- The circadian rhythm secret: why time of day changes performance by 12-18%- How to read attacks 50-100ms BEFORE they happen- The stance drift that kills technique (and how to fix it)- Energy system transitions that cause sudden fatigue waves- The vestibular disruption elite wrestlers use to "disappear"- Positional economy: why champions concede points to save energy📚 BASED ON REAL SPORTS SCIENCE:This isn't bro-science. Every concept is rooted in actual neuroscience, exercise physiology, biomechanics, and motor learning research. I've synthesized insights from:- Russian, Iranian, American, Turkish, Georgian, and Mongolian training systems- Sports science literature on reaction time, energy systems, and fatigue- Elite-level coaching methodologies used by Olympic programs⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) - Introduction: The 0.01% Advantage(00:42) - #1: Automatic Reactions vs Conscious Decisions(01:47) - #2: Lactate Tolerance Training (The Real Cardio)(02:55) - #3: Positional Economy (Wrestling as Chess)(04:00) - #4: Circadian Rhythm & Performance(05:07) - #5: The Grip Fatigue Cascade(06:18) - #6: Perfect Feinting Science(07:31) - #7: Biomechanical Stance Drift(08:39) - #8: Reading Pre-Movement Signals(09:40) - #9: Energy System Transitions(11:07) - #10: Vestibular System Attacks(12:18) - Final Thoughts: Applying This to Your Training🎯 WHO THIS IS FOR:✓ Wrestlers who want to understand the "why" behind elite performance✓ Coaches looking for science-backed training methods✓ Athletes who feel stuck at their current level✓ Anyone fascinated by the intersection of sports and science⚠️ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER:The specific numbers and training protocols mentioned are based on sports science principles but should be considered starting points for exploration, not absolute prescriptions. Always work with qualified coaches and test what works for YOUR body.Want to dive deeper into these concepts? Check out:→ Website: https://grapplezilla.com/→ IG: @GRAPPLEZILLA→ YouTube: @grapplezilla 💬 LET'S DISCUSS:Which concept surprised you most? Drop a comment below! I read every single one and love discussing wrestling science with this community.🎓 ABOUT GRAPPLEZILLA:We break down the science of grappling sports—wrestling, BJJ, judo—to help athletes train smarter, not just harder. Every video is researched, tested, and designed to give you an edge.If you would like to buy me a coffee to help support my channel I will leave the link below as it is always appreciated:https://buymeacoffee.com/grapplezillaAlso, I have some great Grapplezilla Merch, so if you are looking for awesome Wrestling, Judo, and Grappling focused T-shirts and more, here is a link to my store:https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall.com/If you enjoyed this Wrestling video, I invite you to subscribe to Grapplezilla’s YouTube Channel for more great Wrestling, Judo, Grappling, and MMA videos uploaded regularly.🔔 SUBSCRIBE for weekly wrestling science breakdowns👍 LIKE if you learned something new📤 SHARE with your training partners#Wrestling #WrestlingScience #SportsScience #WrestlingTraining #EliteWrestling #Grappling #WrestlingTechnique #AthleticPerformance #SportsPerformance #WrestlingTips

The Karelin Lift…one of the most iconic Heavyweight Greco Roman Wrestling Techniques of all time and synonymous with the Great Aleksandr Karelin.Here’s the inside story of why and how Karelin added and perfected the Karelin Lift to dominate the Greco Roman Wrestling World and trust me…you’ll enjoy this one!If you enjoyed this Aleksandr Karelin video, we invite you to subscribe to Grapplezilla’s Spotify channel for more great Wrestling and Grappling content uploaded regularly.You can get the awesome Aleksandr Karelin T-shirt I’m wearing in the video at the Grapplezilla Shop in the link below:https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall....---------------------------------------------------------------------If you would like to buy me a coffee, I’ll leave the link below here:https://buymeacoffee.com/grapplezilla---------------------------------------------------------------------Until next time…Have a Great Day and Thank You for Watching!#grecoromanwrestling #wrestling #karelin #reversebodylift #karelinlift #olympicwrestling #aleksandrkarelin #wrestlingstyle #wrestlinghistory #wrestlingbreakdown #freestylewrestling #flowrestling #grappling

The Khamzat Chimaev vs Dricus Du Plessis fight at UFC 319 was one of the biggest MMA Fights of the year.The fight was a very one sided fight but had many many lessons to learn for both Khamzat and Dricus as well as the MMA community and in this video, I discuss what I think the main mistakes Dricus made are as well as I touch on something that Khamzat could add into his grappling game.So sit back, enjoy and let me know what you think and share your thoughts in the comments.Btw, if you see me doing some weird tics, I have Tourettes Syndrome which is a neurological issue so it is nothing to worry about.If you liked this Grapplezilla podcast episode, I invite you to subscribe to Grapplezilla’s Spotify Channel for more great Grappling, Wrestling and MMA content uploaded regularly.If you would like to buy me a coffee to help support my channel I will leave the link below as it is always appreciated:https://buymeacoffee.com/grapplezillaAlso, I have some great Grapplezilla Merch, so if you are looking for awesome Grappling and Wrestling focused T-shirts and more, here is a link to my store:https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall.com/Until next time…Grab, Throw, Tap.#mma #ufc #ufc319 #khamzat #dricusduplessis #chimaev

On this episode of the Grapplezilla podcast, I had the pleasure of having Enrique Matute as a guest. Enrique is a great Sambo and Judo practitioner as well as has one of the most solid grappling backgrounds a martial artist can have.Enrique Matute has been consistently training in martial arts since 13 years old. His first two martial arts were Judo and Freestyle wrestling. After a few years of some modest success at competing Enrique wanted to try something new. He began his journey in BJJ and Combat SAMBO in 2017. He would later make the switch to precision MMA later that year.Enrique has his blackbelt (shodan) in Judo (2012) and purple belt in BJJ in ( 2022). He has competed in Judo (4th at Junior nationals and Hatashita International Silver and Bronze) Freestyle wrestling, BJJ ( Silver at the Canadian BJJ Nationals), and SAMBO ( both Sport Sambo and Combat Sambo) (Arnold sports festival Battle of Columbus 2023) and has achieved modest results. Enrique continues to compete and has started teaching at Precision Martial Arts as the Grappling coachIf you enjoyed this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Grappling focused content uploaded regularly!---------------------------------------------------------------------You can follow Enrique Matute through his social accounts below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoyajudoka---------------------------------------------------------------------Check out our Grapplezilla Merch at our store below, we have great merch for Grapplers from any style and it helps support the Grapplezilla Podcast:https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall.com/Until next episode, Grab, Throw, Tap!

On this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, I had the pleasure of having Liav Ben Shalom as a guest on this episode..Liav is an excellent coach with kids and his methodologies produce results when coaching kids.He has over 15 years experience in guiding and coaching children, youth and adults as well as Liav has been practicing martial arts since 2004.Liav holds a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, has a very good striking and self defense background and currently runs the Akachi Academy in Tel Aviv Israel.He also holds an international referee certificate (Jiu-Jitsu) from the ADCC Submission Fighting Organization.We dive into how he teaches kids as well as youth and adults, how he deals not only with kids but their parents in building a child’s confidence, we speak about MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling and the current state of Grappling and of course we speak about his love for Japanese Anime (Which I found very cool).Just a small correction on a comment I made about the latest Nick Rodriguez vs Kaynan Duarte at the grappling competition - Who’s Number One 27 on April 18 2025. I said that Nick Rodriguez had submitted Kaynan Duarte (as I only saw brief clips of the match) and I was not correct as Nick did not submit Kaynan although he did beat Kaynan to win the match.If you enjoyed this grappling podcast, we invite you to subscribe to Grapplezilla podcast for more great Grappling, Wrestling, Judo, BJJ, Sambo, Chidaoba, Bokh and MMA content uploaded regularly!Here are Liav Ben Shalom’s social media accounts and website:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akachi_academyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mmakachiacademyWebsite: https://www.akachi.co.il/You can also check out our great Grapplezilla Merch at our store here:https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall.com/Until next time, have a great day and Grab, Throw, Tap!

🎙️ Grapplezilla Podcast Ep.33 | Tariel Abbasov: Combat Sambo World Champion and MMA Fighter 🥋💪Join us for an explosive episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast as we sit down with Tariel Abbasov, a powerhouse in MMA and Combat Sambo World Champion! 🥊 Tariel shares his journey from the mats to the cage, diving into his training, mindset, and thoughts on combat sports. From Sambo's technical mastery to MMA's raw intensity, this convo is packed with insights for fighters and fans alike! 🔥In this gripping episode, Tariel opens up about the challenges he faced breaking into the competitive world of Combat Sambo, including the sacrifices and discipline it took to compete at the highest levels. He reflects on how his Sambo background gave him a unique edge in MMA, blending fluid grappling with devastating throws. Whether you’re a seasoned fighter or just love the sport, Tariel’s stories of grit and glory will leave you inspired.💥We also dive into the mental side of fighting—how Tariel stays calm under pressure and what drives him to keep pushing forward. Plus, he drops some practical advice for anyone looking to step up their training game or chase their dreams in martial arts. 🥇This is one episode you don’t want to miss! 🎯👉 In this episode:- Tariel’s rise in Sambo and MMA 🥇- His thoughts on different Grappling styles 💥- Mental tips for aspiring fighters 🥋🎧 Listen, like, and subscribe for more Grapplezilla Podcast episodes! Drop your thoughts in the comments—what’s your favorite Tariel Abbasov fight? 👇Connect with us:🌐 Website: Grapplezilla.com📸 Instagram: grapplezilla🔴 YouTube: @grapplezillaGuest Links:📸 Tariel Abbasov Instagram: tariel_mma🔔 Don’t miss out—hit that notification bell for more combat sports content! 🔔#GrapplezillaPodcast #TarielAbbasov #mma #sambo #MartialArts #podcast

Are you having a hard time at BJJ class? Feeling like quitting going to Jiu-Jitsu? Here we discuss some strategies for common reasons people want to stop practicing Jiu-Jitsu and many of these can really help you deal with tough times in BJJ.Have a listen and hopefully this video motivates you to keep on training and get through the tough times you are going through in Jiu-Jitsu.If you enjoyed this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we invite you to subscribe to our podcast for more great BJJ, Grappling and Wrestling content uploaded regularly.Until next time….Grab, Throw, Tap!#bjj #bjjmotivation #bjjlifestyle #bjjlife #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #jiujitsumotivation #jiujitsuforlife #bjjlove #martialarts

There is one common theme around all grappling arts which is to achieve a good grip as getting a good grip can open up an opponent to a huge amount of techniques and without a good grip there are only a small number of techniques possible and generally they are low percentage in success.Arguably the most effective grip and position to work off is the underhook, both in wrestling and in ground grappling arts like BJJ and Catch Wrestling, the underhooks opens an incredible amount of attacking opportunities. Many competitive matches are won or lost on attaining a proper underhook and the importance of the underhook for grappling cannot be underestimated.In this video, we cover the reasons why Wrestlers and Grapplers should develop and perfect their undertook as it will lead to world class grappling and wrestling skills.If you enjoyed this Wrestling video, we invite you to subscribe to Grapplezilla's YouTube channel for more great Wrestling, Grappling and BJJ videos uploaded regularly!#wrestling #wrestlingstyles #greco #mma #freestylewrestling #olympicwrestling #grappling #bjj #jiujitsu #underhook

Everton “Alemao” De Goes Vieira is a Top Level Wrestling Coach who specializes in teaching Wrestling for MMA and BJJ.Coach Alemao has had many fighters compete in top tier MMA organizations such as the UFC, Jungle Fight and LFA as well as he has an amazing and intelligent approach in how he teaches MMA fighters how to Wrestle.So sit back, relax and enjoy this awesome Grapplezilla podcast episode as this one was a really entertaining and informative one and shows a great insight into the Brazilian Wrestling for MMA scene.If you enjoyed out atest episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we invite you to subscribe to Grapplezilla’s YouTube channel for more great Wrestling and Grappling content uploaded regularly!The full episode will be released in the next few days and until then….Grab, Throw, Tap!You can check out Coach Alemao’s Social Accounts for awesome Wrestling and MMA content here:Instagram:  @alemaodowrestling2019YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coachalemao8780TikTok: @alemaodowrestling

MMA is an extremely dynamic sport which has been heavily influenced by Brazilian jiu-jitsu. That doesn't mean that if you practice the art of BJJ that you’ll be successful in the MMA cage as most BJJ practitioners are not learning the art with MMA as their main focus, in fact most Jiujiteiros practice for self defence and sport BJJ purposes. A totally different approach is needed to succeed in the cage at the highest levels and with certain fine tuning of your BJJ engine, you will be a totally different animal when entering the cage and a force to be dealt with. Here are the things you need to change if you want to sharpen your BJJ for the cage. If you enjoyed this BJJ for MMA Podcast Episode, we invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great BJJ, MMA, Wrestling and Grappling content uploaded regularly! Check out our Grapplezilla Merchandise, we have some awesome merch that is perfect for any Grappling enthusiast. You can check our store in the link below: https://grapplezilla-shop.fourthwall.com TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Intro to BJJ for MMA (00:53) Wrestling is a Must (01:27) Always be on Top (02:09) Scrambling Skills (03:16) Know When to be Tight and When to Move (04:05) Learn to Properly Strike on the Ground (04:34) Master the Cage (05:37) Know when to Abort a Submission (06:11) Train Fight Specific (06:53) Standing Up as a MMA Tactic (07:47) Final Thoughts #mma #jiujitsugrappling #jiujitsupodcast #bjjpodcast #bjj #jiujitsu #bjjtips #mmatips #jiujitsutips #brazilianjujitsu #bjjformma

On the episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, I had the pleasure of having Tyson LaRone as a guest.Tyson, is a BJJ Blackbelt and a tier 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach who runs Ironside Martial Arts in St.Albert, Canada.An absolute encyclopedia of information, Tyson shares his martial arts background, his views on Jiu-Jitsu, Self Defense and Strength and Conditioning for Grapplers.You do NOT want to miss this episode as it’s really informative and Tyson shares some great knowledge about Martial Arts and Fitness.You can check out Tyson LaRone’s social accounts below:IG:  @frozen_north_fitnessIG:  @ironsidemartialartscanadaTikTok:  @ironsidemartialartsYT:  @Ty_JutsuWebsite:  https://ironsidemartialarts.caIf you enjoyed this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we invite you to subscribe to our podcast for more great Wrestling, Grappling, BJJ and MMA content uploaded regularly!

Andreas Achniotis Perales is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo Blackbelt who is the owner of Palestra Jiu Jitsu in Nicosia, Cyprus. I had the pleasure of having Andreas on our latest episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast and it’s a great episode that is eye opening into the world of BJJ in the Mediterranean island of Cyprus.On top of running a world class BJJ school, Andreas is the founder of the “BJJ and Beach Camp” which is a week long camp in Cyprus where Jiujiteros and Grapplers come to train, meet each other, enjoy the Cyprus life all while having a world class BJJ guest coach join to teach.Andreas is a seasoned BJJ competitor having medaled at the biggest tournaments in the world and has an amazing viewpoint on BJJ as well as being a proper role model for his students.So sit back, relax and enjoy this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast.#bjj #bjjcyprus #palestrajiujitsu #palestrajj #cyprusbjj #palestrabjj #bjjpodcast #martialarts #jiujitsu #jiujitsupodcast #grapplingpodcastYou can check out Andreas’s Instagram, YouTube and Website through the links below:IG: @andreas_achniotisIG: @palestra_jiujitsuIG: @bjjandbeachcampPalestra Jiujitsu Website:  https://www.palestrajiujitsu.com/YouTube:  @PALESTRAJIUJITSUFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/palestrajj/If you enjoyed this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcastl for more great BJJ, Grappling and Wrestling content uploaded regularly!

I had the pleasure of having Eduardo Walmory who is no doubt the most interesting Grappler I’ve had the pleasure of speaking within a long time.Eduardo is a BJJ Blackbelt and an Expert Catch Wrestler who resides in Brazil and has a training school called the “Centro de Estudos de Jiu Jitsu e Catch Wrestling”.Having an insane amount of experience in both arts as well as being the cousin of Rodrigo Artilheiro, Eduardo shares his incredibly intelligent viewpoint on Catch Wrestling, BJJ, MMA and more.This is one episode you do NOT want to miss as Eduardo truly has a viewpoint on the world of Grappling that is amazing and not common to hear.So, sit back, relax and enjoy this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast!If you enjoyed this podcast, we invite you to subscribe to Grapplezilla’s YouTube channel for more great Grappling and Wrestling content uploaded regularly!Here’s where you can check out more on Eduardo:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@centrodeestudosdejiujitsue3672Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centrodeestudosdejiujitsu/Eduardo’s BJJ Fanatics video: https://bjjfanatics.com.br/products/curso-de-heel-hook-com-eduardo-walmory#catchwrestling #bjj #jiujitsu #catchwrestler #brazilianjiujitsu #jiujitsubrasileiro #jiujiteiro #bjjpodcast #jiujitsupodcast #grappling #grapplingpodcast #catchwrestlingpodcast

One of our best episodes yet, I had the pleasure of having Brian Roig of PCI Jiujitsu who is one of the most interesting grapplers and martial artists in the world.Brian is the owner and founder of PCI Jiujitsu as well as the Level Up Grappling Podcast. He is a top tier Catch Wrestling Coach as well as a 3rd degree Blackbelt in BJJ under Chris Haueter. Brian is also has blackbelts in Luta Livre, Judo, Hapkido and an extremely deep background in Kickboxing, Pankration and SAW (Submission Arts Wrestling).Brian drops some serious knowledge on the world of Catch Wrestling as well as his insights into how Catch Wrestling and BJJ can be trained together to create a truly powerful Grappling mix.So sit back, relax and enjoy this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast.#bjj #catchwrestling #pcijiujitsu #bjjpodcast #martialarts #orangecountybjj #catchwrestler #jiujitsu #snakepitusa #catchascatchcan #cacc #catchascatchcanwrestling You can check out Bryan's Instagram, YouTube and Website through the links below:IG: @pcijiujitsuPCI Jiujitsu Website: https://pcijiujitsu.comYouTube: @pcijiujitsu3882You also can check out Bryan's awesome podcast on Spotify, it's called the "Level Up Grappling Podcast", It is a really great podcast and I recommend it fully.If you enjoyed this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Grappling content uploaded regularely!

This episode of the Grapplezilla is a short memorial for Calen Paine, the martial arts instructor who had the biggest impact on me, a mentor of mine and a very close friend. Calen Paine passed away and this is just some memories of him, training with him and a final goodbye. Miss you Calen, you really impacted me more than anyone and you were one of a kind. #calenpaine #wisewarriorgym #edmontonmartialarts #edmontonselfdefense #calenpaineedmonton #martialartsedmonton #dougdobish #dougdobishedmonton

On the episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we speak to Roy Newman who is a 3rd degree BJJ Blackbelt and runs Pitbull BJJ in Tel Aviv, Israel.Roy has a great BJJ pedigree, he has fought many times in MMA and is a top level BJJ coach.Here’s his interesting story and we are sure you will love this episode!If you enjoyed this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we invite you to subscribe to our podcast for more great BJJ, Grappling, MMA and Wrestling content uploaded regularly! You can check out Roy's Instagram and Team Pitbull BJJ TLV's Instagram here:Roy Neeman IG:   / royneeman  Team Pitbull BJJ TLV IG:   / teampitbulltlv  #bjj #jiujitsu #royneeman #bjjTLV #pitbullbjj #bjjisrael #grappling #brazilianjiujitsu

Senegalese Wrestling: The Power, Tradition, and Spirit of West Africa's Iconic Grappling Style! 🇸🇳💪 Discover the rich history, culture, and intense competition of Senegalese Wrestling (Laamb), West Africa's Grappling Style! This ancient combat tradition, deeply rooted in the Senegalese culture, combines raw strength, athleticism, and spirituality. Beyond just physical prowess, Senegalese wrestling is a celebration of heritage, involving rituals and passion to honour both the wrestlers and the spirits believed to influence victory. In this podcasts, we deep dive into everything you wanted to know about Laamb, a symbol of pride for millions across Senegal. You’ll learn about the traditional "Marabouts" and spiritual guidance that play a unique role in the wrestlers' journeys, the future of Senegalese Wrestling and MMA, as well as the nitty gritty about this amazing folk Wrestling Style. 👉 Highlights include: •⁠ ⁠The history of Senegalese wrestling. •⁠ ⁠Insight into the spiritual and cultural rituals. •⁠ ⁠The rules of Senegalese Wrestling •⁠ ⁠Info about Senegal’s top champions. If you love Grappling Arts, Wrestling, Martial Arts and Cultural Sports, or just want to explore the powerful traditions of Senegal, this podcast is for you! Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more amazing Grappling and Wrestling content updated regularly! TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Intro (00:34) Senegalese Wrestling Overview (02:04) Origins of Senegalese Wrestling (04:18) Rules of Senegalese Wrestling (06:42) The Role of Mysticism in Senegalese Wrestling (08:00) How does Senegalese Wrestling fit into Modern Times (09:36) Why is Wrestling so Popular in Senegal? (10:48) Famous Senegalese Wrestlers (11:46) Senegalese Wrestling in MMA (13:23) The Bottom Line Source attribution for the thumbnail picture: AUTHOR: Pierre-Yves Beaudouin LICENSE: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ #SenegaleseWrestling #Laamb #TraditionalSports #WestAfrica #CultureAndSports #martialarts #grappling #folkwrestling #wrestling #africansports #africanculture

On this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, I get the opportunity to speak to Andy Campbell who is the owner of Martial Mindset and an absolutely class act!Martial Mindset is a great Instagram, page dedicated to Martial Arts  as well as has presence on YouTube, X and TikTok.We go over many topics such as Andy’s martial arts background as well as a lot on the Martial Arts scene in Scotland as Andy is born and bred there.This one is a fun one with a really great insight into Martial Arts Mindset and theScottish MMA, Grappling and Martial Arts Scene.You can check out Martial Mindset in the links provided below, we highly recommend checking out his Instagram and YouTube channel for some  informative Martial Arts content.Instagram@martial_mindset_YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@Martial_MindsetXhttps://x.com/martial_minds3tTikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@martial_mindset

One of the most knowledgeable Strength and Conditioning coaches in the world, Morgan Flaherty has an immense amount of knowledge in Sport’s Science as well as Morgan also has a World Class Wrestling Background, having Wrestled for the US National Greco Roman Team.Morgan is the founder of Mogo Training, a Tier 1 training system that is excellent for all types of athletes and especially for Wrestlers, Grapplers and MMA Fighters.Currently Morgan is the Strength and Conditioning coach for the Chinese National Wrestling team including the Freestyle Wrestling Team, Greco Roman Wrestling Team and Women’s Wresting Team.In this podcast, Morgan gives us an incredible insight into the Chinese National Wrestling Team, life in China, his thoughts on Strength and Conditioning and his amazing background. I must admit, this specific podcast episode was extremely fun as Morgan is a class act guy and as knowledgeable as it gets in the world of Functional Strength for Wrestling.If you liked this episode of the Grapplezilla Podcast, we invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Grappling and Wrestling podcasts uploaded regularly.To learn more about Morgan Flaherty and Mogo Training, you can check out Morgan’s Social Accounts and Website provided below.Instagram: @mogotrainingYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@mogotrainingURL: https://www.mogotraining.com/

Watch any major Wrestling competition and you will notice many Wrestlers who switched from other countries national teams to represent a new nation. A great example of this was the fact that many of the Wrestlers that competed in the 2024 Paris Olympics were naturalized citizens and many of them were from Russia and the US. We go over the pros and cons of this issue as it does have an effect on International Wrestling, we cover all the major issues and present our viewpoint on the subject. So sit back, relax and enjoy Grapplezilla’s Breakdown on Wrestlers Wrestling for Other Countries. TIMESTAMPS (00:00) - Should Wrestling for Other Countries be Allowed? (03:48) - What are the reasons Wrestlers switch to other countries? (09:16) - Negative effects of Wrestlers switching countries (13:45) - Final thoughts If you enjoyed this Wrestling podcast, We invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla podcast for more great Wrestling and Grappling content uploaded regularly!

It's been 56 Years that the US Men's Olympic Freestyle Wrestling Team has gotten at least one Gold Medal in each Olympics yet at the 2024 Paris Olympics, the US Men's Olympic Freestyle Wresting Team failed to bring a Gold Home. Here we cover the reasons why and trust us, we dive into the issue. We also speak about the Future of US Wrestling at the Olympics and Internationally as well as we give a thorough breakdown into each Wrestler's performance. Is this the End of US Men's Wrestling winning Gold at the Olympics??? Well, watch, listen and enjoy this episode, we are sure you'll like what we have to say and it might really surprise you. If you enjoyed this Wrestling Video, we invite you to Subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Wrestling and Grappling Content Uploaded Regularly!

Isaac Knable is the founder of Invicta Wrestling Academy as well as the founder of both footworktrainer.com and the Stance & Motion App. An extremely accomplished wrestler, Isaac wrestled in the NCAA Division One for Indiana University. On top of being an accomplished wrestler, Isaac is also a world class wrestling coach, coaching young wrestlers at Invicta Wrestling Academy. Isaac is also the founder of the best wrestler footwork app called the stance&motion app as well as is the best authority on wrestling footwork drills and exercises. We had the honour to interview Isaac and find out his thoughts on wrestling, footwork drills and his lifelong wrestling journey. If you like this podcast episode, we invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Wrestling and Grappling content uploaded regularly. You can learn more about Issac Knable through his websites and Social Media accounts which we have left below: Invicta Wrestling Academy https://invictawrestling.com Stance & Motion App https://stancemotion.com Footwork Trainer https://footworktrainer.com Footwork Trainer Instagram https://www.instagram.com/footworktra... Footwork Trainer Facebook https://www.facebook.com/FootworkTrainer Footwork Trainer YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@FootworkTrainer

Chidaoba is one of the most important and interesting Grappling Styles you most likely have never heard of. It has influenced many grappling arts such as Sambo and Judo as well as been the starting point for many Olympic and World Champions in Judo, Wrestling and Sambo. In this episode, we cover all major aspects of Chidoaba and help you understand more about this amazing Folk Wrestling style. If you enjoyed this episode, we invite you to Subscribe to The Grapplezilla's Podcast for more great Grappling and Wrestling content.

Rodrigo Artilheiro is one of the most interesting and complete Grapplers on the planet. Rodrigo has competed at the highest levels in Judo, BJJ and Greco Roman Wrestling as well as is one of the best Krav Maga, Self Defense and Combative instructors in the World. Rodrigo also has a deep history of coaching top MMA fighters like CroCop as well as being a coach on the Ultimate Fighter TV Show. On top of his amazing Grappling and Martial Art accolades, Rodrigo Artilheiro is also one of the best Sculptors in the world, having taught Sculpture all over the world. We are proud to have this truly amazing guest on the Grapplezilla Podcast and we’re sure you’ll love this episode.

Wrestling is one of the most important things you can add to your BJJ as we see most modern BJJ and Submission Grappling champions adding wrestling to their BJJ to dominate the competition. In fact after the last ADCC in 2022, it is apparent that the next evolution of BJJ will be the addition of wrestling into Jiu-Jitsu. Wrestling gives so many extra tools to make a person's BJJ so much more effective and dangerous. There are many different reasons to add wrestling to jiu-jitsu but here are the 3 main reasons and they are not the usual technique only reasons, these will surprise you and make you understand the real benefit of adding wrestling to your BJJ. TIMESTAMPS (00:00) - 3 Reasons to add Wrestling to BJJ (02:24) - Wrestling Pressure (04:18) - Wrestling's Emphasis on the Scramble (06:15) - Wrestling's Emphasis on Standing Back Up If you like this episode, you can check out our article on our Grapplezilla website here: https://grapplezilla.com/3-reasons-wr... We also invite you to subscribe to Grapplezilla’s Podcast for more great Grappling, BJJ and wrestling content added regularly.

Shuai Jiao: The Ancient Chinese Martial Art of Wrestling Welcome to our Grapplezilla's dive into Shuai Jiao, one of the oldest and most revered forms of Chinese martial arts and an absolutely great Grappling style! Shuai Jiao, also known as Chinese wrestling, boasts a rich history that spans thousands of years. It is renowned for its powerful throwing techniques, dynamic footwork, and practical self-defense applications. In this episode, we explore everything you need to know about Shuai Jiao, tracing its roots back to ancient China where it was used by warriors and practiced by emperors. You'll learn about the key principles and styles that define Shuai Jiao. Enhance your understanding of martial arts by delving into the ancient art of Shuai Jiao. Perfect for those seeking a deeper knowledge of traditional combat sports, this video is your ultimate guide to the world of Chinese wrestling. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth grappling content. Hit the notification bell to stay updated with our latest podcast episodes!

Do you want to get better at Takedowns? In this episode we explain some great methods to start improving your takedowns regardless of if you are a Freestyle Wrestler, Greco Roman Wrestler, MMA Fighter, Submission Grappler or BJJ Practitioner. Often the difference between being good at takedowns and great at takedowns is by understanding the drills, tactics and exercises needed to get to the next level. We cover many different aspects of takedown training that you should add to your training regimen if you want to get better at taking your opponent down. If you liked this episode, we invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Wrestling and Grappling content uploaded regularly. 0:00 Intro (00:39) Proper Grip & Initial Position (02:15) Removing Grips & Breaking Positions (02:50) Footwork (04:50) Learn to Initiate Attacks & Create Openings (06:12) Focus on High Percentage Takedowns (06:51) Build Your Game (08:39) Strength, Speed & Flexibility (09:38) Add Par Terre for Better Takedowns (10:26) Final Thoughts

Freestyle heavyweight wrestling is full of power and strength and a lot of times it is a case of the stronger wrestler dominating a weaker wrestler. Once in a while there is a Heavyweight wrestler who not only is strong as a bear but highly technical as well. Geno Petriashvili is a Georgian elite level Freestyle wrestler competing at the heavyweight division who is strong, technical, resilient, fast and agile. He has always given his best in competition and is a nightmare for opponents with his highly technical freestyle wrestling skills and heart of a lion. Here's everything you wanted to know about Geno Petriashvili, we are sure you will enjoy this one! If you liked this episode, we invite you to Subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast channel for more great Wrestling, MMA, BJJ and Grappling content uploaded regularly!

One of the most underlooked aspects of adding wrestling for MMA and BJJ is the use of Par Terre (Wrestling Groundwork) as when adding wrestling to their fighting skills, most MMA and BJJ fighters only focus on learning the takedowns and takedown defenses of wrestling and not the groundwork. Learning Par Terre has amazing benefits for both MMA and BJJ practitioners as adding Par Terre helps link the wrestling they learn to the scramble and top position dominance. In this episode, we explain why you should add wrestling Par Terre to your BJJ and MMA skills as doing so will only benefit you as a fighter. If you like this video, we invite you to subscribe to our Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Grappling, Wrestling, BJJ and MMA content uploaded regularly.

Dagestan, a small Russian republic of 3.1 million people produces the very best wrestlers in the world. Dagestani Wrestlers have won a tremendous amount of Olympic Wrestling Medals and World Wrestling Championships with their effective style of wrestling. What makes Dagestani wrestling so Effective and why over decades and decades do Dagestani wrestlers still dominate the wrestling world? In this episode we discuss the reasons why Dagestani wrestling developed to be so effective. TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Why is Dagestani Wrestling So Effective? (0:31) Dagestan's Location & History (01:25) A Tough Neighborhood (02:44) What Makes Dagestani Wrestling so Good? (08:12) Notable Dagestani Wrestling Heroes We invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Wrestling and Grappling content updated regularly.

One of the absolute best Grappling arts an MMA Fighter can train in is Greco-Roman Wrestling. There have been many dominant Wrestlers in modern MMA and many of the best fighters of all time have come from a Greco Roman Wrestling background. In this Grapplezilla Greco Roman Wrestling for MMA podcast breakdown we discuss several reasons why Greco Roman Wrestling can be high effective for MMA. We cover Greco Roman Wrestling Fitness, Greco Roman Wrestling Technique, The Greco Clinch vs Muay Thai Clinch for MMA, the current MMA point system and how it benefits Greco Roman Wrestlers as well as the disadvantages of Greco Roman Wrestling in MMA. So, check this episode out and let us know what you think in the comments. If you liked this episode, we invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Wrestling, Grappling, BJJ and MMA content uploaded regularly.

Adding Wrestling to your Self Defense training is one of the best things you could do as a martial artist. There are so many reasons, many of which will surprise you, that you should consider adding Wrestling Training to your Self Defense training. In no way is this episode about Wrestling being the best self defense system, we even cover why it has flaws when it comes to self defense but this video is for those of you who want to know why adding wrestling can be beneficial to your self defense abilities. Regardless if you train Krav Maga, Karate, Kung-Fu, Ninjitsu, JKD, Silat, Tae Kwon Do, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, BJJ, Aikido, Jujutsu, FMA Arts such as Kali, Escrima, Arnis or Modern Combatitives…Adding Wrestling to Your Training is going to be beneficial. In this episode, I mention a Greco Roman Double Leg, which I want to clarify as in Greco Roman Wrestling there is no touching of the legs (due to the ruleset). What I meant is there is a setup and takedown similar to a double leg called a "High Dive" which this type of throw is better suited for a self defense situation as you do not hit the ground with your lower half of your body (in most cases). I used the term "Double Leg" to convey the movement to people who have no wrestling experience in place of putting the term "High Dive" as this term may have led them to think there is some type of Diving motion and may confuse them. TIMESTAMPS (00:00) - Why You Should Add Wrestling for Self Defense (00:08) - Is Wrestling Good for Self Defense? (00:47) - Wrestling is About Control (02:04) - The Wrestling Scramble (03:19) - The Wrestling Mentality (04:07) - Being Used to Being Thrown and Falling Down (04:24) - Being Used to Hand Fighting (04:43) - Wrestling Aggression (05:10) - Wrestling is Gross Motor Movement Based (06:32) - The Wrestling Clinch (08:30) - Wrestling's Physical Conditioning (09:37) - Certain Wrestling Techniques are Great for Self Defense (10:56) - Wrestling's Weaknesses for Self Defense (13:58) - How to Add Wrestling for Self Defense (15:18) - Closing Thoughts If you like this episode, we invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast today!

We had the pleasure of having Tom Billinge from WarYoga for our very first Grapplezilla Podcast. Tom is the founder of WarYoga and gives a real inside look into the world of WarYoga, everything from his thoughts on the health benefits of WarYoga, the benefits of WarYoga exercises for grappling arts and a deep dive into the WarYoga philosophy. Hope you guys enjoy listening to this episode as much as we had making it and if you have any questions or comments, feel free to let us know in the comments.

Bokh is a national sport in Mongolia. Also known as Mongolian Wrestling, Bokh has been practiced for hundreds and hundreds of years since the time of the great Genghis Khan. A truly powerful and amazing Mongolian folk wrestling style, Bokh has been influential in the Mongolian character and has even been highly influential to Mongolian Judo, Mongolian Freestyle and Greco-Roman Wrestling as well as Mongolian’s success wishing Japanese Sumo. Here is everything you wanted to know about Bokh, a truly amazing grappling style that we at Grapplezilla truly admire. CHAPTERS (00:00) Bokh Mongolian Wrestling (00:06) What is Bokh? (01:26) What is Bokh Wrestling? (02:09) Styles of Bokh (05:39) What are The Rules of Mongolian Wrestling? (07:55) What is The Mongolian Bokh Wrestling Uniform? (10:08) The Nadaam Bokh Tournament (12:23) Bokh Wrestling Training (17:14) Bokh Influence on Judo, Sumo & Olympic Wrestling (18:07) Mongolian Bokh in MMA (18:54) In Conclusion Subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great Grappling, Wrestling and Martial Arts content uploaded regularly!

Sambo has been one of the most dominant martial arts in MMA and there is a good reason why. There are so many dominant Sambo fighters in MMA’s history that have won the biggest MMA competitions in the world such as the UFC, Pride and more. Such fighters as Khabib Nurmagomedov, Islam Makhachev and Fedor Emelianenko have effectively used Sambo to not only win MMA championships but change the way we look at MMA in general. Here are the reasons Why Sambo is Great for MMA and why Sambo is truly a formidable combat martial art. TIMESTAMPS (00:00) - Why Sambo is Great for MMA Intro (00:05) - Types of Sambo (00:27) - Sambo Transitions Between Ranges & Immediate Flow Into Attacks (01:49) - Multi Ranged Combat System (02:16) - Regularly Competing in Sambo Events (02:52) - Sambo's Use of Wrestling and Sambo's Influences (05:12) - Chidaoba's Influence on Sambo (06:58)- Sambo Pinning (08:56) - Combat Sambo's Striking (09:40) - Sambo's Emphasis on Quick Submissions (10:21) - Sambo's Non-BJJ Guard (11:41) - How Does Sambo Differ If you like this content, we invite you to subscribe to the Grapplezilla Podcast for more great grappling, wrestling, sambo and martial arts insights updated regularly.

Many BJJ practitioners are now learning how to wrestle in order to gain an extra edge on the mats. Wrestling Pressure and The Wrestling Pocket is the absolute most important thing that is overlooked when learning wrestling for BJJ. In this episode of the Grapplezilla podcast we talk about how Wrestling’s Pressure & The Wrestling Pocket for BJJ are pivotal to understand and master if you want to properly add wrestling to BJJ. TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Intro (00:05) Wrestling’s Pressure & The Wrestling Pocket for BJJ (02:17) What is Wrestling Pressure? (06:02) What is The Wrestling Pocket? (10:03) How to Train Wrestling Pressure? (12:22) Buchecha's Success Adding Wrestling (13:57|) In Conclusion If you like this podcast we invite you subscribe to subscribe to the Grapplezilla podcast for more great grappling and wrestling content uploaded regularly!

Brazil is a superpower when it comes to modern grappling arts due to the explosion of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu around the world. Yet there is another grappling art that comes from the jungles of Brazil that is a very effective grappling method known as Luta Livre. Luta Livre is not as well known as BJJ but there still are many famous MMA fighters who practice or came from a Luta Livre background such as Marco Ruas, Jose Aldo, Darren Till, Renato Sobral, Alexandre Franca Noguira, Gesias Calvacante and more. Luta Livre shares many similar characteristics to BJJ, both come from Brazil, both have submissions and allow all ground positions, both teach the practitioner to fight off the back, both have been used in MMA successfully and many other similarities that both arts share can be seen when comparing BJJ to Luta Livre. That said, the main question when comparing Luta Livre to BJJ is how does Luta Livre differ from Brazilian Jiu-jitsu as most times, people think Luta Livre simply is No-gi BJJ and although that may look like what it is on the surface, it is definitely not the case. TIMESTAMPS (0:00) How Does Luta Livre Differ From BJJ (01:27) Luta Livre does NOT use the Gi (01:57) Luta Livre includes Striking (02:20) Submission before Position Based Grappling (03:12) Luta Livre does NOT Emphasize the Guard (03:52) More Emphasis on Scrambling than BJJ (05:02) Submission is the Name of the Game (06:29) Luta Livre is more Vale Tudo/MMA Based (07:03) Luta Livre is Much Smaller than BJJ (07:51) Luta Livre is NOT as developed as BJJ (09:15) In Conclusion Subscribe to The Grapplezilla Podcast for more great grappling content uploaded regularly!

There is no doubt that Russian wrestlers are among the best if not the best wrestlers on the planet. Having an incredible wrestling history with the greatest number of Olympic medals being won by Russians, the question arises of...Why are The Russians So Great at Wrestling? Russian wrestling differs from the western wrestling systems in many ways, this is not to say it is a better system, but it is a system that constantly produces world class champions. In this episode we cover several reasons why Russians have been so dominant in Wrestling, so check it out and enjoy! TIMESTAMPS: (0:00)⁠ Why are The Russians are So Great at Wrestling (00:10⁠) Global Wrestling Community and Russian Wrestling (01:14) ⁠Wrestling has Extremely Deep Roots in Russia (03:18)⁠ The Ultimate Focus on Wrestling Technique ⁠(05:26)⁠ Russian Wrestling Creativity (06:15) ⁠Long Term Development of Russian Wrestlers (08:14) ⁠Total Package Wrestlers ⁠(09:24) ⁠The Street Cat vs The House Cat (⁠11:08)⁠ Russian Wrestlers Superstar Status ⁠(12:51)⁠ Final Thoughts on Russian Wrestling We invite you to Subscribe The Grapplezilla podcast for more great wrestling and grappling content updated regularly!