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   S1 · E37 · 28 Aug 2024 · 48 min

   How to improve your mental game – with Sam Antonen

   This week's guest is renowned mental performance coach Sam Antonen. We took a deep dive into topics related to performance, competitiveness, consistency, and confidence, both on and off the mats. Sam shared some great ideas from his vast coaching experience and study of the mental aspects of sport, in his usual practical manner. Guest Links: Website: https://www.samantonen.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samantonen/ Support and Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomhalpinbjj/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomHalpinJiuJitsu Podcast Website:…

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   S1 · E36 · 23 Aug 2024 · 30 min

   ADCC 2024 finals recap

   In this weeks episode we recap the ADCC 2024 Finals, sharing some important insights and the biggest takeaways from the event. Support and Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomhalpinbjj/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treatygrappling/ Academy Website: https://treatygrappling.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomHalpinJiuJitsu Podcast Website: https://www.insidepositionpodcast.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/47tXUZQ6EQfGRNZ9Ztm21V

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   S1 · E35 · 20 Aug 2024 · 32 min

   CJI 2024 recap

   In this weeks episode we recap the Craig Jones Invitational, sharing some important insights and the biggest takeaways from the event. Catch the full replay here: https://www.youtube.com/live/IyneYOMCvI0?si=Z5zOEIcPETEOc9sD Support and Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomhalpinbjj/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treatygrappling/ Academy Website: https://treatygrappling.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomHalpinJiuJitsu Podcast Website: https://www.insidepositionpodcast.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/47tXUZQ6EQfGRNZ9Ztm21V

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   S1 · E34 · 15 Aug 2024 · 31 min

   CJI preview – under 80kg division

   In this weeks episode we preview the upcoming Craig Jones Invitational under 80kg division, sharing some important insights and key battles to watch out for during the event. Catch the live action here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyneYOMCvI0 Support and Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomhalpinbjj/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treatygrappling/ Academy Website: https://treatygrappling.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomHalpinJiuJitsu Podcast Website: https://www.insidepositionpodcast.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/47tXUZQ6EQfGRNZ9Ztm21V

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   S1 · E33 · 5 Jul 2024 · 10 min

   Revisited – Craig Jones and Chris Holdsworth on the realities of chasing the dream

   In our first 'Revisited' episode, we look back at earlier conversions with both Craig Jones and Chris Holdsworth, as they shared some interesting stories on various challenges they faced throughout their careers. Subscribe to the podcast to stay up to date on future episodes! Guest Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/craigjonesbjj/ Website: https://bteamjj.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holdsworthmma/ Website: https://www.holdsworthbjj.com/ Support and Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomhalpinbjj/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treatygrappling/ Academy…

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   S1 · E31 · 28 Feb 2024 · 39 min

   Pat Divilly on finding and following your passion

   He's a renowned writer, speaker and podcaster, as well as a Brown Belt in Jiu Jitsu. On this week's episode Pat shared some insights into his work, as well as some practical tools to help improve your mindset and daily life. We had a great chat about his journey, starting out as a fitness coach with some doubts about his future, to becoming an international speaker and author. He also touched on some interesting topics such as confidence, managing expectations, and his love for Jiu Jitsu. Guest Links: https://www.patdivilly.com/ https://www.instagram.com/patdivilly/ Tom Halpin…

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   S1 · E30 · 30 Aug 2023 · 43 min

   Gianni Grippo on drilling, countering the leg-lock meta, and the ideal competition routine

   He's a multiple time Nogi World Champion at the Black Belt level, as well as one of the most experienced competitors on the scene today. On this week's episode Gianni shared some insights into his early training, rising through the ranks in the famed Renzo Gracie Academy, before furthering his training at the equally renowned Marcelo Garcia Academy. We had a great chat about his favourite training methods, how he develops his submission game, as well as how he has managed to keep great longevity in the sport. He also touched on some interesting topics such as sport psychology, and his future…

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   S1 · E29 · 15 Mar 2023 · 42 min

   Jason Rau – your favourite grappler’s favourite grappler

   He's known as one of the most skillful and innovate grapplers in the world, with wins over many world-class opponents. On this week's episode the New York native and Black Belt under UFC legend Matt Serra shared some interesting stories of training in NYC during it's time as the Mecca for grappling innovation. He also discussed some of his thoughts on skill acquisition and intelligent preparation for competition, as well as much more. Guest Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonraubjj89/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Jasonraubjj Tom Halpin Instructionals:…

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   S1 · E28 · 4 Jan 2023 · 42 min

   Owen Livesey on his Judo career, competing without expectations, and how to improve your wrestling skills

   He's a commonwealth games Judo champion and a recent ADCC qualifier, with one of the most impressive highlight reels in the sport. On this week's episode Owen shared some insights into the challenges he faced while attempting to qualify for the Olympic Games, as well as the contrast in how he feels competing in grappling competitions nowadays. We also discussed how he came to open his own gym in Hull, as well as some practical ideas for how grapplers can improve their wrestling. Guest Links: https://www.owenliveseygrapplingacademy.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/owenlivesey/ Tom Halpin…

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    S1 · E27 · 2 Nov 2022 · 30 min

    Jeremy Skinner on problem solving, positional training, and being a student of the game

    Today's guest is Aussie Black Belt Jeremy Skinner. He's one of the most successful grapplers from down under, and a recent ADCC Trials winner. We had a great chat about everything from skill development, to coaching, to competing at ADCC. Jeremy also shared some of the keys to his success, as well as some interesting ideas on his approach to studying the sport. Guest Links: https://techniqly.com/shop/quantum-entanglement/ https://www.instagram.com/jeremypaulskinner/ Tom Halpin Instructionals: https://www.tomhalpinbjj.com/ Support and Connect: Instagram:…