In this episode of the Mat Rats Podcast, we put thespotlight on Jae as he steps into a new role — coaching fundamentals class onMonday and Friday mornings.

We talk about:
🥋 Why he started teaching
🧠 Favorite positions and concepts to teachbeginners
🔥 How teaching exposed holes and leveled uphis own game
👊 The biggest challenges of coaching whitebelts
📈 Developing a coaching style and philosophy
💡 Advice for purple belts and upper beltsthinking about teaching

Whether you’re a beginner, an upper belt, or someonecurious about coaching, this episode breaks down what really changes when youstop just training and start teaching.

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If you train Jiu Jitsu long enough, injuries aren’t a possibility — they’re a guarantee.

In this episode of the Mat Rats Podcast, we get real about the injuries we’ve had, how they happened, how we handled them (both the right way and the wrong way), and what we learned coming back to the mats.

We cover:🥋 Our worst BJJ injuries🧠 The mental battle of being sidelined💥 Mistakes that made injuries worse🏋️ Training around injuries instead of quitting⏳ Longevity, recovery, and learning to train smarter

If you’re dealing with pain, coming back from an injury, or trying to train long-term without breaking down, this episode is for you.

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Disclaimer: The Mat Rats Podcast is for entertainment and educational purposes only. We are not doctors or medical professionals, and nothing discussed in this episode should be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about injuries, training, or recovery.

In this episode of Mat Rats Podcast, we sit down with a gym teammate to talk about Jiu Jitsu from the ultra-heavyweight point of view.

We cover how he got started, what it’s like being the biggest guy on the mats, training privates with Big Dan, fitness and recovery, gym culture, bad training partner habits, and gi vs no-gi preferences.

Whether you’re a big guy, roll with big guys, or just want a different perspective on BJJ, this episode delivers real insight and honest conversation.

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Welcome to Episode 1 of the Mat Rats Podcast — where we kick things off by talking about our spazzy white belt moments, the mistakes that almost made us quit Jiu Jitsu, and the lessons we wish someone had told us on day one.

In this episode, we cover:
🥋 Our most embarrassing white belt stories
🧠 Advice every white belt needs to hear (and actually remember)
🔥 What to focus on early in your BJJ journey
🏆 Our mindset and preparation for our upcoming tournament at Brew Jitsu
😂 Why everyone starts out as a spaz — and why that’s okay

Whether you’re brand new to BJJ, thinking about competing, or just want to laugh at some relatable mat chaos, this episode sets the tone for what the Mat Rats Podcast is all about.

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