181: When Life Throws You Off Your Jiu-Jitsu Game and Vice Versa

From battling with self-doubt to finding inspiration in the daily struggles, we explore the multifaceted impact of Jiu-Jitsu and life on and off the mat. Life outside of Jiu-Jitsu can affect our performance on the mat. Factors such as sleep, nutrition, and mental well-being play a crucial role in how we show up and our ability to engage effectively. Our time practicing Jiu-Jitsu shapes how we show up in life off the mat. How do we leave a tough day on the mats at the gym and not take it home with us?  We need to have strategies and practices…

180: BJJ Black Belt Sarah Chamberlain

BJJ Black Belt Sarah Chamberlain is the first instructor to be announced for Roll Model Grappling Camp 2024. Get to know Sarah as she talks with AJ, Jen, and Risser. We can’t wait to learn from her at camp this summer! (00:00) Episode Intro (01:18) Why Sarah Loves Warmups (05:15) Sarah’s Advice to her younger self when starting BJJ (14:03) The benefits of starting from bad positions (14:42) The evolution of Sarah’s game as she progressed to black belt (16:23) Dealing with degenerative disc disease (21:03) Returning to BJJ training after her pregnancy   Connect with Sarah on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sa_roar/…

179: New Year Reset: Intention, a Shift in Perspective, and Announcing the Theme for Roll Model Camp 2024

As we roll into a new year, there's a sense of renewal and possibility. We are kicking off the new year by talking about intention, embracing a shift in perspective, and announcing the Roll Model Camp 2024 theme!    If you Love the Podcast, Share it with a Friend! You can also leave us a 5 Star Rating in Spotify or Apple Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3IHT3BNicukNtCVa3AAwBI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-and-the-gi/id1458389465?mt=2 Learn More about Roll Model Grappling Camp https://rollmodelswanted.com/ Roll Model Radio Podcast https://pod.link/1561020212 New to the Podcast? Start with these episodes https://open.spotify.com/playlist/19P8KcTyNTIA0hZPQYAbuN?si=f841456b4906439f https://beautyandthegi.libsyn.com/category/Start+Here Subscribe to Beauty and the Gi on YouTube or in your Favorite…

178: Rolling into 2024: Creating Your Yearly Game Plan for Life On and Off the Mat

Are you ready to roll into 2024 with a game plan to help get what you want out of life on and off the mat? This is not just another episode about goal setting. The time has come to sharpen our focus and develop a strategic game plan for success.  You know Coach AJ loves a game plan! Whether you want to improve your Jiu-Jitsu or make changes in other areas of your life, laying out clear, concise, and measurable milestones is part of the process.  We’ll see you on the mat!   If you Love the Podcast, Share it…

177: What to do When You Think Your Jiu Jitsu is Garbage

Have you ever had one of those days when you felt like your Jiu-Jitsu was total garbage? How do you work through it? This episode was recorded right after Jen had one of those days. Coach AJ shares her wisdom on how to work through it. We also discuss finding your Zen while stuck in an uncomfortable spot on or off the mat. This might be our new favorite episode. We hope you love it, too.   If you Love the Podcast, Share it with a Friend! You can also leave us a 5 Star Rating in Spotify or Apple…

176 : Wrestling with the Decision to Compete and the Emotional Rollercoaster of a Jiu Jitsu Competition

Has wrestling with doubt and uncertainty ever kept you from registering for a Jiu-Jitsu tournament? Normally, when it’s time to register for a tournament, AJ is all about the game plan, building up to the big day with intense training and focus. But this time, things were different. She found herself waffling on whether or not to register for the Nashville Open. How did it turn out? And will Jen ever compete again? Let's get AJ to 1000 followers on TikTok so she can go live! AJ on TikTok @roll_model If you Love the Podcast, Share it with a Friend!…

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175: What Do You Do When You Want to Quit Jiu Jitsu?

Turns out you can be obsessed with Jiu Jitsu and still have days when you've wanted to quit. You can even love Jiu Jitsu, but there will be days when you don’t like it. Have you ever wanted to quit Jiu Jitsu? How do you reignite the spark when this happens? We’ve got a gameplan to help you find your way back to your love of Jiu Jitsu.   The Highlights (01:13) You’re not alone (09:37) Dealing with a bad training environment (19:01) When self-doubt raises it’s ugly head (20:26) Why you should only quit on a good day (23:39)…

174: Always Getting Paired with the New Girl in Jiu Jitsu Class – Frustration or Opportunity?

Picture it: you're the only woman in your Jiu-Jitsu class. You’ve shown up consistently, you work hard, you’re training for your next tournament, but now there's a new twist. Your coach expects you always to be the one to train with every new woman who walks through the door. Your frustration builds, and you wonder, “Am I the jerk for feeling this way?”. We have big thoughts on this topic because everyone has something at stake. You want more women doing Jiu-Jitsu because you would like to compete with someone in your age and weight class, but you need to…

173: What do you look for in a Jiu-Jitsu Coach and Gym Culture

What do you look for in a Jiu-Jitsu Coach and gym culture? Have you been intentional in finding a coach and gym that shares a similar moral compass and core values with you? Does it really matter that much? It matters to us because we want you training, loving Jiu-Jitsu, and getting the most out of your time on the mat.  Whether you are a practitioner or a coach, this episode offers valuable insights and perspectives to consider. This conversation goes beyond the mat and to dip into the coaching and consulting that we do in our jobs. From encouraging…