JIU JITSU Lou

Lo is a great fan of Jiu Jitsu Lou Podcast, and is the proud owner of a Jiu Jitsu Lou giant tea mug! She also has her own production company, supporting high profile jiu jitsu events such as Enyo and Polaris. She claims the title of 'Lo No-belt' because Lo mostly plays at No-Gi, and has been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for around a year. This episode with Lo is inspirational in itself, very much highlighting the importance of backstage and off-mat production and development in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Topics:Introduction to wrestlingMMAUFCCorneringEnyo GrapplingExcuses to not train!Inspirational womenPreparing for competitionEnyo GrapplingBusiness side of BJJAnyFutureBox ProductionReflect on your progress Lo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lo_furneaux/AnyFutureBox: https://www.linkedin.com/company/anyfuturebox/https://www.youtube.com/@anyfutureboxltd/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Come and be a part of the show: https://jiujitsulou.com/be-a-podcast-guest/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcastJIU JITSU LOU Merchandise AVAILABLE NOW : https://jiujitsulou.com/shop PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

Liam talks very openly and honestly about his pursuit of pleasure in life, touching on addiction and indulgence. He shares how Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and his practice of Buddhism has encouraged his progress. Liam's dedication over time has allowed him to really enjoy the art and approach everything with a really beautiful mindset. We talk about the popularisation of Jiu Jitsu, and our reasons for staring training. Liam explains, in detail, a way to accept and deal with all moments in training. and even competition that will deeply improve your game. Listen out for R.A.I.N - Reflect, Accept, Investigate, Non-Identify. Topics:AddictionOver indulgencePursuit of pleasureEgoAcceptanceRugbyBlue Belt promotionRelaxCan you train today?Warm UpsLoneliness Liam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redemptionscripts/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Come and be a part of the show: https://jiujitsulou.com/be-a-podcast-guest/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcastJIU JITSU LOU Merchandise AVAILABLE NOW : https://jiujitsulou.com/shop PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

Mat is a Brown Belt from Derby, UK and is Founder of Digittape, a finger tape for jiu jitsu practitioners and is passionate about supporting others with their journey. He started out as a doorman at clubs on the weekends, and then began his Jiu Jitsu career before quitting. Having a good sense of confidence throughout his life has really benefited his game. We talk about Mat's calmness and knowledge and has always been very sporty for most of his life. Mat talks about the benefits of having a great stand-up game including the importance of grip fighting. Being consistent and having time for yourself is really important, happiness and great training partners will keep you in the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for longer. Topics:Finger tapeWorking as SecurityConfidenceWhite Belt daysEuropean CompetitionsInjuryHow to tape your fingersGripsStand-up gameTrust yourself Mat on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m.garner92/Digitape: https://www.instagram.com/digittapeuk/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Come and be a part of the show: https://jiujitsulou.com/be-a-podcast-guest/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcastJIU JITSU LOU Merchandise AVAILABLE NOW : https://jiujitsulou.com/shop PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

Jen is co-host of Beauty and The Gi Podcast, and a Blue Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and based in Indianapolis. She started training Jiu Jitsu at the age of 47 after meeting coach, AJ Clingerman at a speakers event. Jen is a seasoned podcaster, who heard a gap in the market for something more from a female perspective in wrestling/martial arts. We discover what we can now do with our bodies in our 40's, training Jiu Jitsu and discovering our ability to be more physical. Taking up opportunities to train and even compete is so important for mental and physical health, even when some of us seem to beat ourselves up worse than sparring with a Black Belt! Topics:Jiu Jitsu PodcastsPodcastingStarting Jiu Jitsu in your 40'sBeauty and The Gi PodcastThinking Jiu JitsuMenopauseWomen's CampsCompeting downFriends around The WorldReflections from a CoachKeep showing up Jen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brassybroadjen/Beauty and The Gi Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/beautyandthegipodcast/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Come and be a part of the show: https://jiujitsulou.com/be-a-podcast-guest/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcastJIU JITSU LOU Merchandise AVAILABLE NOW : https://jiujitsulou.com/shop PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

Valentina is an inspiration, and so very dedicated to the art of Jiu Jitsu. I am joined by Valentina and her Mom Maria and I am overwhelmed with the positive energy from them both. She is turning 15 and celebrating to progress to becoming a woman in her culture, and there is an incredible commitment from Valentina and the whole family. We talk about preparing for competitions, and the future of Valentina's Jiu Jitsu. Being part of her clubs elite team you can watch and listen to just how dedicated she is. It is very apparent Valentina is in this art for the long game, she shares a story about her Mom joining to train! Topics:FamilyWinning GoldResponsibilityMindsetCommitmentWorlds in MayElite TeamPositive mental healthTraining safelyTime and effortStrong womenHappy Birthday Valentina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giadapedrettii/Gracie Barra Kissimmee: https://www.instagram.com/graciebarrakissimmee/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Come and be a part of the show: https://jiujitsulou.com/be-a-podcast-guest/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcastJIU JITSU LOU Merchandise AVAILABLE NOW : https://jiujitsulou.com/shop PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

Giada Pedretti is a purple belts who has been training for 6 years but started in 2015 at the age of 15, however the road has been a little bumpy. Her career started Japanese Jiu Jitsu in Italy, and transitioned to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu after a friend suggested she try it. The decision was an easy one at that stage. Making Jiu Jitsu a long term career is completely Giada's passion. Having visited Nottingham on a school excursion in 2017, she decided it was the place for her, and I discover why! We talk about making Brazilian Jiu Jitsu a career, and the balance of education and training. Giada's passion and commitment is to be admired. The benefit of the mindset we learn through jiu jitsu is a life skill in itself. Listen out for some great competition advice. Topics:Japanese Jiu JitsuBrazilian Jiu JitsuKickboxingUniversity sportsInjurySelf-careJiu Jitsu as a careerMindsetCompetitionCheer your achievements Giada on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giadapedrettii/Gracie Barra Nottingham: https://www.instagram.com/graciebarranottingham/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JiuJitsuLou Come and be a part of the show: https://jiujitsulou.com/be-a-podcast-guest/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiu.jitsu.louFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jiujitsuloupodcastJIU JITSU LOU Merchandise AVAILABLE NOW : https://jiujitsulou.com/shop PRODUCTION CREDIT: Kerr Mathieson of Audio OutsourceMUSIC CREDIT:ARTIST: Maleki Ram | TRACK: Just A Little Boy This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.