You know . . . social media isn’t really “social.”

Yes, I can exchange a message and share an idea. But I can’t see how it directly affects you at the moment you receive it. Inside of humans exist mirror neurons which allow us to pick up on the emotions of others.

It’s why, unless you’re a complete narcissist, you have some level of empathy toward others. Yesterday morning as I board my 1st flight. I ended up sitting near a young girl and boy (maybe 6-7).

They both kept looking back towards the seats further back with concern. I looked back to see an older woman making eye contact with them.

Her body language was concerned and anxious as well. I could FEEL their anxiety and nervousness. They said it was their grandmother and that this was their very 1st flight. I approached the grandmother and asked her if she’d like to switch seats. She hugged me and off she went to sit next to her nervous grandkids.

Seeing all three of them happy made me happy. Because emotions are contagious. And because I genuinely enjoy making people’s day just a little better if I can. Even if it’s just exchanging a seat on a flight.

This weekend there were lots of smiles as I got to meet a ton of you in person! We’d chat for a minute or two, take a picture and usually end it with a hug. I met several people after their matches telling me how they received some encouragement to compete from the videos.

Even a couple who said they used the techniques with success during the competition. One guy who came to me sporting a bronze medal around his neck said he used the grip breaking techniques to win 3 of his matches that day.

Which is the ultimate for me. Seeing someone put the techniques I share into action on a high level like that is awesome.

If you get tangled up in the grips. (Click here to check out the Get a Grip Series and start breaking them: https://chewjitsu.clickfunnels.com/ge…)

The only bad thing is that many of you started off by saying, “Hey sorry to bother you but . . .” Don’t be sorry if you see me in person and want to say hello!

Because then I get to hear in your words. . . But more importantly see through your body language, how the thoughts and ideas I share have impacted you. This completes the cycle and makes the social media more of a social thing.

-Chewy –

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Are you wanting to get started with X Guard in BJJ? If so, this is one of the sweeps I encourage newbies with X Guard to use. I’m going to assume you have a basic way of getting to X Guard already. If not, you need to focus on an entry to X Guard .

If you need some examples of entries. Check out this X Guard drilling video I did:

In this video I show a “fly on the wall” video series of some BJJ X Guard Drills we were working on.

During the drilling cause we started with X Guard entry drills then moved into X Guard sweeps with some of them being cyclical style drills. Meaning I sweep you, then get up and then you sweep me. And the drill is continuous. We spent the better part of an hour and half going through these different BJJ drills and this was after a week of drilling these same movements over and over again.

We all got a ton of value from it. Many of us after this week of X Guard techniques found ourselves hitting the sweeps and options effectively.

X Guard is one of my favorite positions in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu because I honestly don’t have incredibly long legs for my size and I often find myself there after working from positions like Butterfly Guard and Half Guard.

Since, I have shorter legs and a thick torso. I can kind of ball myself up under a person to keep them off balance and achieve a sweep. I’ve used this style of sweeping against people much larger than me with great effect during rolling and Brazilian Jiujitsu competitions. So if you’re looking for some BJJ drills to boost your X Guard. Whether it’s just getting to the position or sweeping.

Also, you’ll see the technical standup used as the finish to the sweep which is a basic movement taught in BJJ classes which then gets repurposed for this sweeping technique. I hope the sweep is useful to you in getting started with X Guard.

-Chewy –

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When it comes to adding a new position to your game.

There’s a basic three step process I use that works like a charm.

I mean there is going to be a lot of trial and error. But that’s the currency you use to pay for the techniques and new position in the future.

The 3 step process is kind of like building a new home.

You start with finding the right land. This is the place you want to be. Without the land you can’t build.

Then you build the structure of the home. Foundation, walls, etc. Without a foundation or an actual structure, there is simply no home.

The very last part is the decor and furniture that you put in the home itself. Without the furniture and decor your home has no purpose. It’s just an empty building.

With Adding New BJJ Positions Here’s My 3 Step Process . . .

1. Starts with ENTRIES (Decide on your land)

This means finding techniques and movements to get to the desired position.

2. HOLD the position (Build the foundation and structure)

Once you’re there your focus should be on holding and being able to control the position.

3. ARM the position (Add purpose to the position)

Once you can get to the position and you can hold it under control. Well my friend, now is the fun part. It’s time to execute techniques.

And this is why in my Half Guard Sweeper series. I break it down into categories.

Such as entries, sweeps, drills, etc. This way you can build the position just as I’ve listed above.

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Even if it’s not my Half Guard techniques. Follow that three step process and you’ll be set when it comes to new positions.

Talk to you tomorrow.

-Chewy

P.S Remember anyone who is a Half Guard Sweeper member by Friday will get the chance to snag something new I have coming out.

So join before then, don’t miss out!

Does your BJJ belt lineage really matter if you plan to teach? Of course this is my opinion, but assuming that your belt lineage is legitimate.

I really don’t think it matters as many people think. As a young coach who was a brown belt. I had an obscure Brazilian Jiu-jitsu lineage for most.

But I was still able to be successful in competitions and as a coach. I’ve grown a gym that’s nearly 10,000 sq ft and has hundreds of people training. I accomplished this not with my really cool belt lineage.

But because I was very much invested in the success of my students and my drive to help them.

Now, all that said, I think lineage can be important in a few cases. But if you’re someone who is looking to become a Brazilian Jiujitsu coach or instructor.

I think your belt lineage is less important when compared to who you are as a person and how you teach your students.

Check out this video for a more in-depth version of my opinion on belt lineage.

-Chewy –

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I talk all the time about drilling to increase Brazilian Jiu-jitsu skill. And some of my most popular videos are drills. In this video I share some drills I’ve been working on that you can use while passing Half Guard.

There are two basic sections of this Brazilian Jiujitsu drilling video. 1 section focuses in on Knee Slide and Knee Slide variations and options. The other section focuses in on Back Step options and variations.

The Back Steps are one of my favorite movements in BJJ. Not everyone uses them so the movement is weird. It’s almost like the Knight on the chessboard.

While all other pieces move in straight angles, it moves in an L and can through you off. Here are the BJJ drills shown in the video:

• Split Leg Step Ins – This gets us into the position. * Knee Slides (focused on hip movement) – This is a basic movement drills to help develop the hip movement needed for a knee slice pass.
• The Back Step to Monoplata Setup Position – This is a great movement to set us up for Monoplatas and a slew of other armlocks and submissions.
• Back Step to Leg Over Pass – The Leg Over Pass can be used to counter Deep Half Guard and this drill allows us to train the movement.
• Back Step to Back Take – Another Back Step variation for Brazilian Jiu-jitsu this time focused on getting to the back (my favorite).
• Knee Slide to Step Over (Counter to Underhook ) – In Half Guard the underhook is key for control. But you can use it to your advantage if they beat you to it by using this counter.
• Knee Slide to Armbar – 1 of 2 Armbar variations you can use after a successful Knee Slice pass.
• Knee Slide to Armbar (Variation 2) -1 of 2 Armbar variations you can use after a successful Knee Slice pass.

I hope these drills are useful for your Brazilian Jiu-jitsu whether you’re a coach or a student who wants some other options for an open mat.

-Chewy –

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