The Grappling Discourse

Keith Krikorian

22 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I catch up with the #6 145 pound grappler in the world, Keith Krikorian. We talk about his move to New Jersey, emerald city invitation...

Higher Standards

20 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about some of the sexual assault allegations currently plaguing the bjj community.

Jeremiah Vance

19 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk with Tenth Planet black belt Jeremiah Vance. We go deep into the rubber guard. If you are looking to improve your guard this is...

Nathan Orchard

13 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I sit down with 10th Planet black belt Nathan Orchard. We talk about his journey to 10th Planet black belt, martial art philosophies, ...

Keith Kavanagh

11 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I catch back up with my good friend Keith kavanagh. We talk about training in Ireland during the pandemic, how he quit playing video g...

Drew Weatherhead

06 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I sit down with Because Jitsu creator Drew Weatherhead. We get into running a gym during covid, creating an online brand, self value, ...

Jake Elkins

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk to Iron Clad Wrestling founder, Jake Elkins. We talk about coaching philosophies, working with the USA Wrestling team, what is ...

The Olympic Games

02 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Will jiu jitsu ever become an olympic sport? Simone Biles Controversy?

The Danaher Death Squad Split

30 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I breakdown the Danaher death squad split.

The Difference Between Tournaments and Superfights

24 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I breakdown how I view tournaments vs superfights, when it’s time to take a superfight and why it’s important to compete in tourna...

Is Training Twice A Week Worth It?

21 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I answer a frequent question I get about only being able to train once or twice a week.

Athlete Interview #13: Isaac Stackhouse

17 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I interview the man behind the wandering grappler. We talk about his mma journey, traveling and training, open mindedness and much mor...

Why don’t I Compete Anymore?

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about Paulo Miyaos retirement and my own competition scene absence.

UFC 264

11 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I discuss what happened at UFC 264 from Ryan halls bizarre performance to conors leg breaking.

Do you train at a Mcdojo?? How Culty is your gym???

03 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I break down the Mcdojo and cult scale for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gyms.

My Experiences With Wrestling

03 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I detail all the experiences I have had with wrestling and what my future goals are.

How Good Is Gordon Ryan?

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I try to answer the question of how good Gordon Ryan is compared to everyone else. Is he the no gi goat?

Cultivating Creativity

21 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How do you add your own style to grappling techniques? Should you?

Can You Tap Lebron James??

18 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk answer an important question can I tap lebron???

Gym Fights: Sean Strickland vs Orlando Sanchez

16 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about a gym fight between a UFC fighter and ADCC champion.

Rule Changes That Need to Happen ASAP

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I lay out a couple of ideas the will make grappling matches more exciting.

The Open Guard In Relation To Combat

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about Roberto Jimenez, the open guard when strikes are allowed and knee bars.

Will Losing Weight Make You Better At Jiu Jitsu

06 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about weight loss in regards to grappling performance.

One Year As A Carnivore

04 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I do a comprehensive breakdown on the pros and cons of the carnivore diet. I also talk about my future diet.

3 Techniques You Need To Add ASAP

02 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I breakdown three techniques that are being underutilized in jiu jitsu.

Cheap Shot

30 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about an instance where one of my students was hit was an illegal shot that lead to a disqualification. How should you react as...

Michael Jordan Pre-game Meal

25 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about a big change Michael Jordan made to his pregame diet that allowed him to compete at his best in the second half of games....

Rubber Guard Mistakes

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I break down some mistakes you maybe making when you play rubber guard.

New Training Technique

20 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about a new way that I’m trying to roll to improve my flow and chain attacks.

Keelan Lawyer

14 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I sit down with PGF Co-Creator Keelan Lawyer to discuss season 2 and the future of the PGF. 

Is Gi Jiu Jitsu Dying?

13 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about Gordon Ryan’s controversial statement on the Joe Rogan podcast. Will Gi BJJ be extinct in ten years?

Step Up In Competition

09 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When is it time to compete against black belts? Are you ready to face stiffer competition?

Movement vs Negation

06 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have a game based on movement or negation? I also share the results of my first blood test.

Steroid Use

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about the temptations to do PEDS!

Don’t Sleep On The Straight Ankle Lock

29 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about the four straight ankle lock variations that you need to add to your game ASAP!

How Will Kids Change the Future of BJJ?

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I look 10 to 15 years in the future to determine the future of BJJ.

Tapping Your Instructor

23 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about the first time tapping my instructor and what it means.

A Lesson From Ben Askren Part 2

22 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I further reflect on Ben Askrens loss to jake Paul and share some lessons I learned from how he is handling it.

Lessons From Ben Askren

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about the Jake Paul vs Ben Askren fight and the three mistakes Ben made that we can learn from.

You Are Submitting Yourself

16 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk some crucial offensive and defensive principles that will level your game up guaranteed!!

Diet/ Strength and Conditioning Update.

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I update you guys on some of the tweaks that I’ve made recently to my diet and strength and conditioning.

4 Training Mistakes Made By Tenth Planet Practioners

09 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about training mistakes you maybe making and the holes that they create in your game!

Core Fear

02 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a must listen!!!

Call Your Shot

01 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about calling or predicting the submission you are going to hit and how important that can be to growth in training or your pro...

Shrimping Controversy

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about some recent controversy about shrimping and how you can use this to better your game.

Gordon Ryan vs. Vagner Rocha

25 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I tell the story of the history of beef between Vagner Rocha and Gordon Ryan.

Pain

19 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about the mind body connection associated with pain.

The Brown Belt

17 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about what qualities I am looking for in a brown belt practitioner/promotion.

The Two Types of Grapplers Everyone Hates to Train With

13 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about the two types of training styles that student complain about to me the most and how I train with both styles.

Too Much of A Good Thing and Puppy Fights

11 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about a couple of life lessons I learned recently and an injury from a puppy.

Forgiveness

08 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about Andre Galvaos response to the WNO incident and reflect on forgiveness.

Sean Demars

05 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I sit down with Tenth Planet Purple Belt Sean “the Barracuda” Demars. We talk about his love for the art of jiu jitsu, how he studied outside of c...

Gordon Ryan vs. Andre Galvao

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I tell the story of the beef between gordon Ryan And Andre Galvao.

The Biggest Reason You Are Not Crushing Your Goals

25 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I’m convinced there is one thing that will set you on the path to hitting all your goals. If you do this you one thing you are 5x more likely to be ...

Over Coaching

25 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A share a lesson a learned from this past weekend while coaching a handful of my students at a local NAGA.

PGF Season 2 Breakdown

19 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I breakdown all 16 competitors that are in season 2 of the PGF. I make some predictions and pick a winner.

What does a Blue Belt represent in Bjj?

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I’m this episode I look at what a blue belt should represent in bjj.

Knees Over Toes

12 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have knee pain? Do you want to become a world class athlete? Than this episode is for you!

Athlete Interview #12: Keith Krikorian

08 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I sit down with 10th Planet San Diego Blackbelt and the 6th ranked 145 pound grappler in the world Keith Krikorian.

The Effects of a Positive Mindset

06 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Two stories that highlight how important mindset training is for improvement.

Shark Tanks

31 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about one of the most grueling training techniques, the shark tank.

Game Changing Mount Detail

29 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I breakdown a mount detail that has changed my jiu jitsu.

Diet vs Exercise

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Which is more important diet or exercise??

A lesson from Conor Mcgregor

22 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about a couple of awesome things I’ve learned from Conor Mcgregor camp leading up to his fight with Dustin Poirier.

The 3 Most Dangerous Techniques/Positions

19 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A huge PGF update, and what three positions or techniques are the most dangerous.

First Degree Black Belt Promotion

16 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about getting promoted to first degree, as well as what I learned the past three years.

Bjj Camps

13 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about the importance of attending bjj camps and the mindset you need to get the most out of them.

The Importance of Thinking Out Loud

07 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A couple of updates and an important lesson i have learned from podcasting!

High Stakes

04 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Looking for a way to hold yourself accountable this year? This tactic maybe exactly what you are looking for!

Teaching Kids Class

01 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about a new challenge and obsession of mine. A must listen for anyone interested in teaching kids class

Narrowed Focus

28 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about a lesson I’ve learned recently from cooking and PGF Season 2 news!

Alaska

27 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A funny story from my purple belt days and why we don’t do 20 dollar memberships.

Athlete Interview #11: Evan Stapler

24 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I sit down with PGF season 2 athlete Evan Stapler. We talk PGF goals, losing 100 pounds, competition mindset and much more.

Competing Against Teammates

21 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I discuss how an athlete should handle competing against a team mate in a competition.

Tech Sabbath

17 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about an idea that will help you accomplish deep work. And how I’m using it to improve as a jiu jitsu practitioner, instructor and coach.

3 Passing Systems

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about why it’s so hard to learn to pass the guard. I also detail three guard passing systems, and encourage you to choose one to master!

Mat Hours

14 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Judge your progress based on mat hours not years trained!!!

Arm Triangle Defense

11 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I breakdown four arm triangle defenses that you can easily add to your game!

Hamstrings

10 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you struggle to invert? Do you want an impassable guard? Want monster leg locks?? This episode is for you.

Bicep Curls

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about the importance of bicep curls for bjj athletes.

The Purple Belt Trap

04 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What pitfalls await at purple belt? Listen to hear the one thing that will hold purple belts back from progressing!

An Opportunity to Give

03 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Quick episode talking about the importance of giving and a really cool way we at 10th Planet Decatur are giving back this month!

Moves That Don’t Work

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I was humbled by Kade Ruotolo this weekend. In this episode I encourage you to work on cool and unorthodox moves and why that’s important. Important...

Cjj Worlds Light Weight Bracket

28 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I hit a huge goal! I also talk the Cjj bracket and sports betting!

25% Less Efficient

27 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today i talk about efficiency and why some guys always burn their arms out after rolling two rounds.

Brandon Gamble

21 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I sit down with Tenth planet Decatur Blue belt aside long martial artist to discuss karate in the 80s, the karate kid, small circles, wrist locks, tra...

One Week Timeline

21 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I share one of the best pieces of advice I’ve gotten recently related to training and strength and conditioning. And I hit a huge goal!!!!

Thoughts of Quitting

19 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you having thoughts about quitting BJJ?? Does that scare you to death? If so this episode is for you!

Fast Promotions

14 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about how to deal with the pressure and doubt that comes with fast belt promotions.

Keelan Lawyer #2

12 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I sit down with Keelan to discuss PGF season 2, a million dollar prize, going undefeated, future production, gaining weight, spartan races, and much m...

John Behl

12 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I sit down with Tenth Planet decatur brown belt John Behl to talk about jiu jitsu, gym culture, studying film, teaching and much more.

Two Heel Hooking Systems

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You have to master these two systems if you train no gi at all! It’s pretty much a requirement for blue belts at our gym. With a couple months of re...

The North South Position

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I take you through what I’m looking for to judge if a student has a clear understanding of how to attack the north south position. How many of these...

The Guard

06 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I break down very important concepts that will improve your guard.

Attacking your opponents strengths

05 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A lesson on mastery from Niccolo Machiavelli. And I announce my first Bjj Product!

Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr

30 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Why I am excited to watch this fight and you should be too.

The Blue Belt Trap

26 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I talk about a common problem that I see in some blue belts that’s hindering their development.

Best Ways To Help Competitors Get Ready For Competition

25 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I answer a listeners question about how a white or blue belt grappler can help their high level competitive training partners get ready for competitio...

Do BJJ Belts Transfer?

20 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you move to a new school will your belt rank be recognized? How much longer will it take you to get your next promotion?

Athlete Interview #10: Nekiaya Jackson

18 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I sit down with one of 10th Planets Decaturs best competitors, Nekiaya Jackson. We talk her start in jiu jitsu, competing for cash, confidence, streng...