Andrew Huberman's first jiu jitsu class with Lex Fridman

Andrew Huberman took his first jiu jitsu class with me at 10th Planet Austin while visiting. It was great to see a world-class scientist like Andrew humbly take on a new challenge with a beginner's mind.
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OUTLINE:
0:00 - Introduction
1:13 - Arm drag
2:18 - RNC choke
3:38 - Darce choke
6:38 - Head & arm choke
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[@lexfridman]

It was great to see a world-class scientist like Andrew humbly take on a new challenge with a beginner's mind. Here are the timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:13 - Arm drag 2:18 - RNC choke 3:38 - Darce choke 6:38 - Head & arm choke

[@Cinerouquine]

That is a very elegant and flowy discipline. Impressive.

[@marrowfreeze]

What an incredible experience. In a long stretch of incredible experiences. Stay weird Lex.

[@stephenjohnson1154]

Is that the gym you normally train at?

[@michaelhunziker7287]

The art of folding clothes, with people in them. 😎

[@advanc3d]

3:38 - Darce choke - is when Lex almost died.

[@jacksongatens2419]

Having Lex Friedman on your back calmly explaining to you in his monotone slightly Russian voice how he is going to choke you, or break your jaw, or both must be terrifying

[@summer2011909]

@@haalogen1917 what does this have to do with anything lol

[@wotizlove]

@@summer2011909 guy has to be american, for them, everything has to do with race

[@johndoe7270]

It wouldn't be a bad way to go. Its actually quite peaceful outside the struggle part lol. The dreams you have while choked out are pretty wild though...

[@Choooooooooch]

hahahahaha thank god hes such a nice dude

[@natachards8100]

Or lovely! Haha

[@LockeLeon]

The bromance I didn't know I needed.

[@UserName-ii1ce]

Forcibly hugging your bros is very bromantic

[@Itsmattdunn]

This.

[@highonjaffacakes]

I hear that

[@PssupplementreviewsbyPete]

Sometimes practiced with the ghee and sometimes without the ghee.

[@vladlaptoiu9]

Legit !

[@JustinPayton]

Lex gets a tight RNC in, gently whispers in Andrew's ear: "What do you think happens when we die?"

[@SurfMastery-kz6je]

lmao

[@samgoldnygaard]

um, it starts with lack of glucose and blood to the eyes so that the neurone starts firing stars and butterflies in fantastic colours how do I tap? oh sorry I forgot to tell you

[@paragon1782]

hilarious

[@ib1ray]

Terrifying!

[@remychadwick2467]

'any advice for young people Andrew'

[@vladfifty-two8530]

There is something about how calm and soft-spoken Lex is that makes him intimidating.

[@ultraviolet6989]

He could easily be a Bond villain.

[@ryanaugust]

Serious KGB vibes.

[@rousbagaming]

It's that Russian in him.

[@jasondolan7181]

When you get to his level, either in science or jiu jitsu, not much needs to be said loudly.

[@colors6692]

He'd be easy to take out, look at his twig arms🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@protondecay9885]

"I forgot that you don't know how to tap." Lex is genuinely hilarious without even trying

[@hubriswonk]

Always have to tell newbies to tap...haha!

[@PowuhToSeven]

@@hubriswonk yeah I heard this on another podcast where a comedian was mentioning his introduction to jujitsu then getting a sore throat having problems swallowing. He googled it and the internet basically told him, "tap stupid." Lol

[@kyhxx]

. 😫👔-

[@SkepticalTeacher]

Lex, don't cut off the blood to his brain, we need his knowledge!! Andrew, defend yourself!

[@Verllac]

Poor Andrew 😭😭

[@funtimes8296]

Mondays will never be the same again

[@jasongravely7217]

Hahaha :)

[@wheezy1442]

hahaha

[@FrugalBC]

Mad credit to Huberman for allowing his first class to get filmed - the first class is harrowing enough without someone filming it too! Harrowing and addicting

[@lakshmir7616]

I think it's his only class

[@colors6692]

No it's not "harrowing"! Why were you that scared?

[@allanjim3]

Lex shows a perfect example of the type of person a beginner should roll with. Patient, Relaxed, Confident, Knowledgeable. 👏🏼😎👍🏼

[@DouglasZ828]

Yeah. My first class was great and got me hooked. The head coach asked a brown belt to guide me through the whole thing. Second class however he partnered me with a purple belt that was an ashole (still is). If I was not really into BJJ already and jaded to assholes I could see how it would put of a beginner.

[@abhishekkumar-jy3xb]

DR Huberman in his next episode: "There is a lot of data now supporting the fact that if you get choked out you lose a few neurons."

[@temuujinsukhbaatar7345]

"The...there is a lo... lot of d..data now sup..porting the fact that if if y...you g...get ch...choked out you lose a few neutrons... neurons."

[@EonSound]

@@temuujinsukhbaatar7345 That's dark lol

[@michaelcomer1645]

Amazing

[@zerosugarmatcha7348]

He's next paper: "More effective choking techniques in Jiujitsu based on neuroscience research."

[@BassD77]

@@temuujinsukhbaatar7345 LOLLLLL

[@trevor5834]

Hearing a montoned Lex say "I can break the jaw or still choke you" made me chuckle more it should have

[@draconic_slayer]

Same here, had a good laugh at that line

[@drkmattrchscake4237]

I like when he starts choking Huberman and says “just swim that through”😂

[@thefarmerswifeknits6190]

I agree. The idea of Lex breaking anyone’s jaw is weird

[@bogrunberger]

He will definitely apologize after he breaks your jaw and tell you that he loves you.

[@feedingit]

We all know his mesmerizing voice will entrance the enemy into submission faster than the claw can swim behind the head! 😂😂

[@SurfMastery-kz6je]

5:07 wow wish i had a friend like andrew, who I could ask all my silly questions to and can give the factual answer so casually.

[@endgamefond]

Ugh same!

[@connormatthews522]

his knowledge of the brain and nervous system is insane haha blows me away every time

[@mbarlov]

It’s not a silly question tho.

[@neurosciencemaniac7099]

Same thing I was thinking lol.

[@ChristianHohlfeld]

or get the fractual answer casually :D

[@samsousa86]

This CD has three separate relaxation/meditation sessions on it kzbin.infoUgkxzpa8CIfZcihW4Z0F_ja0QF3W9KIatrsq guided by a very pleasant and direct male voice. Unlike so many other products of its type, this CD does not have bad synthesizer music, does not feature a phony or affected style of narration, and does not make any bogus claims to be subliminal or to re-train the brain or any of that balderdash. What you get is 1. a guided meditation for getting into a pleasantly relaxed state of body awareness while taking a stroll (superb for those easing back into a fitness routine slowly after an illness or injury) 2. A nice long breath-awareness relaxation session that if followed diligently can put you into very deep states of full-body relaxation and mental calmness, and 3. a buddhist-inspired meditation session designed to help you develop and maintain feelings of loving kindness toward not just yourself and your friends, but toward people you don't even like. The CD makes no claims to be designed for advanced meditators or for buddhists or hindus/yoga practitioners looking for very deep and esoteric stuff. It is geared more toward the average person who just wants to develop the habit of relaxation and stress relief through natural, healthy means. him, if you happen to be reading this, keep up the good work fella, and I love your accent. I would also like to note that I have never fallen asleep while listening to this product. I would like to kindly suggest to the reviewer who said this CD makes him fall asleep, that he might want to get checked to see if he has a sleep disorder, or if he is simply not setting aside ample time for restful sleep at night. A healthy person getting adequate rest at night should be able to go into deep states of mental relaxation without dozing off, if not all the time, then most of the time.

[@travisrobson5889]

You can tell this is Andrew's first time because of how often he apologizes for choking Lex.

[@charlesgoldt7943]

You seem like a cool guy 👊

[@theBartasTLP]

@@JediNiyte there is a huge purple belt on steroids in my gym ( cool guy btw) and he always apologizes because one time he hurt a dude on accident and still feels bad about it

[@hubriswonk]

Right! hahahaha! I think it so funny when white belts apologize...........I usually tell them no worries my turn to choke you is coming!

[@vldmaiden]

*while Lex has him in a headlock: "so..uh do you have any advice for the younger generation listening in?"

[@rvonie]

😂😂

[@chall847]

Got him in that hard scarf. Gang gang.

[@mjamesconway2248]

"So...what was your favorite part...about this headlock"

[@dbjmk8083]

Huberman "Don't be afraid to tap".

[@eterno2457]

imagine a full jiu jitsu podcast, lex asking incredibly complex questions while turning his guest into a pretzel

[@MohamedSaidTouzani]

This inspired me to start jiu jitsu, thank you Lex.

[@Jitsandcrypto]

how it's going?

[@bryansuarez2396]

Interested in hearing about it as well.

[@Tuzani8]

​@@Jitsandcrypto Amazing actually. Sometimes I get frustrated, but I always get reminded by my rolling partner that one day I'll learn how to do it correctly and I think that is the essence of jiu jitsu, being patient and learn from people who are more experimented than me even if they are white belts. I train sometimes twice a day, I've become very addicted and disciplined to improve in this journey. I'll be 28 years old next april, yet I've set a goal this year to participate in my first tournament and win many matchs as I can, and next year maybe the europe's !!

[@Jitsandcrypto]

@@Tuzani8 nice bortha keep going i'll come back to check the progress

[@MansterBear]

@@Tuzani8 It's awesome isn't it? I started in November and love it. I only go twice a week now but trying to work out time to get a 3rd session in.

[@radvy]

I just realized how much trust jiu jitsu requires… damn!

[@bryansuarez2396]

That's what has put me off from it sometimes. Running into the one dick that wants to be aggressive and then I get sent away in a stretcher with broken bones.

[@TucanusFace]

@@bryansuarez2396 Aggressive "dicks" have no place in a dojo ☯

[@MrJbedo]

@@bryansuarez2396 youll be fine, you can observe pretty easily. But its a part of it every now and then youll run into someone who will roll at 90+% and you never roll with them again. But youll find plenty of guys or gals who will roll at your same pace and those are the best.

[@Jitsandcrypto]

@@bryansuarez2396 that almost never happen, the most danger is white vs white belt

[@grayman1]

@@Jitsandcrypto This seems to make sense I think if I interpreted correctly. But that would also apply to blue vs blue, purple v purple etc etc yes? Same equivalent. Or are you just referring to everyday average civilians in public that don't know anything in martial arts?

[@corynorell3686]

We all knew Andrew has a brilliant mind, but I never realized the man was also built like a tank. He's going to do very well in Jiu Jitsu if he pursues it.

[@hubriswonk]

You cannot see his build through that pressed shirt he wears on his pod cast?

[@rodiaz08]

Yeah the man is a fire truck

[@Vincent-fv1ch]

TRT

[@fireandiron4181]

@Multorum Unum Muscle mass has a direct correlation to strength. You have been misinformed.

[@karolis8147]

@@hubriswonk exactly my question his shirt buttons are barely holding up on every podcast

[@boatygatling4782]

Good to see Andrew using the Non-sleep Deep Rest protocol @ 2:18

[@NizeBUL]

LOL

[@goldeneagle8259]

HAHAHA lol

[@andrewbautista7941]

this comment is gold. lol

[@hubermanlab]

Ha! More like GTSP (Go-To-Sleep...)

[@imm0rtalitypassi0n]

@@hubermanlab maybe when you do an episode on anger management, you can include the oft helpful GTSP. haha

[@westfield90]

Two of my favorite people out of their darkened studios.

[@markheimiller2082]

Wow... the more I learn about Lex, and get to observe his growth, the more I truly believe people like him should be our Cultural and Societal icons.... the people who we look up to and strive to equal. He truly is a role model for the future generations that are coming up and still looking for inspiration. -----Plus he is sooo humble for being such an intelligent, educated, knowledge based individual.

[@terrismith6332]

Well said.

[@AA123TD]

One of the biggest issues is that once anyone has a huge fan base that praises them online constantly those originally humble people will be in a battle with their ego. They oftentimes lose.

[@jostewart554]

Yes he's a fascinating man. ❤

[@ginalibrizzi5204]

Yes ❤

[@danielluna7648]

Lex is such an all around amazing person. One of the many people I'm glad Joe brought to my attention.

[@SonicImmersion_]

Same.

[@bw4500]

I agree, I've become aware of and a fan of a few great people through the JRE. I've come to like several of them alot more than Joe as he seems to have lost the plot these last 18 months. Joe always had his foibles and his irritating moments but that's normal. None of us are perfect and you can still enjoy people's company. That's how I felt for years but recently he's just gone so far off the deep end. I just can't persevere with Joe anymore 😞

[@OsvaldoBayerista]

Name some of that people please

[@gitanodel69]

@@bw4500 you really think that? In the light of the current censorship campaign against him

[@quinntolchin3080]

@@bw4500 maaan stop being silly, you’re actually like speculation on vaccines is equivalent to believing in q anon

[@eamonshields2754]

This is awesome. Andrew is perfect for Jiu Jitsu. He’s like a genius mad scientist and a tank at the same time haha

[@billyhgunn]

I never seen some one so calm and docile while exercising, Lex looks and sounds like he is meditating

[@humanphillips3091]

" I can break your jaw or just choke you " Lex said that in the calmest voice

[@superblahblah666]

Andrew Huberman props for trying something new!

[@cbelsk8053]

Jiu Jitsu Guys: “WE GOT ANOTHER ONE!” Awesome video Lex!

[@Tab-uj4mm]

Bahaha yes that was exactly my first thought when I saw the thumbnail!

[@fredriknordman]

Perfect display of how a persons first jiu jitsu class(es) should be. Props to Lex for being a great training partner to a first timer, applause to Andrew for going out of his comfort zone and trying something new and salute to Gabe and 10th Planet Austin for opening their doors and allowing a cameraman to capture this.

[@andrewpalacios1363]

As someone who has practiced Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for about 8 months now, I find it refreshing and totally interesting that Andrew Huberman has agreed to attend a BJJ class. He definitely is built for this, and I do believe that, despite his age, he can thrive in this art!

[@gingsSon]

Part 2 Please! It would be cool to see you do more classes with Andrew. Or even anyone else for that matter.

[@laaw8841]

Him and Joe Rogan would be amazing!

[@mnesvat]

Andrew's humility is a great example, congrats both of you!!

[@connor8276]

This is really entertaining to see these guys outside of a podcast but also really good explanation of chokes and positioning for control!! Love it

[@LeonGalindoStenutz]

So cool to see you and Andrew getting "out of your heads" and "into your bodies", literally! The future is all about embodiment and direct experience. Theory and mind-based realities are wonderful but incomplete. Congrats and thanks to you both for being such great theoreticians -- and role models!

[@ERROR204.]

Andrew Huberman is a beast damn

[@bc-guy852]

Lex, you're becoming my favourite KZbinr. From one extreme to another you continue to inform and inspire, regularly. Thank you. I had to give up my longboard but I think I've found a new interest! Continued success. Love from BC Canada!

[@MzCR73]

Loved this! My two favorite smart people engaged in an awesome, intelligent sport!

[@vademecor]

I was having a terrible day and this made me smile. Thanks, guys. P. S. Dr. Hubermam definitely LIFTS.

[@jorikhusken]

Refreshing to see you in something other then you're suit 😆

[@giszTube]

Many are convinced the suit is always under the gi (superman style).

[@Harry_NXD]

Seeing this man out of his comfort zone of all his strengths. It's very motivating. So much respect for both of these people. Keep up thr good work.

[@brandonhaag9436]

Seeing Lex Fridman smile is something special.

[@TheStringBreaker]

This is wholesome AF! You guys should do more of these!

[@cmmndrblu]

It's nice to see two guys doing this calmly respectfully with physicality and trust

[@marcusberkeley3258]

He's hooked!! The bromance is leveling up! Can't wait for the next vlog you shoot together! More jiu jitsu!

[@Resilientmeee]

Im certainly hooked watching lex do this. There are so many layers to this man. Am in awe watching this new (to me) side of him. He's relentless. So strong, but quietly, no flash. Love it.

[@thishollowhill]

Please do a continued series on this as it's really awesome seeing you two interact outside of work, seeing Lex being able to impart his wisdom and Andrew is obviously naturally curious. Amazing to watch even tho it was just you two doing some drills. Thanks guys

[@nextlevelintactivism8195]

Holly shit Andrew is a a beast. Don't teach guys like that how to fight. The small guy had no chance.

[@Magani79]

i'm sure he will use his power for good

[@nextlevelintactivism8195]

@@Magani79 since martials arts takes so much dicipline its usually the good guys who do it

[@123Iamawesome321]

This is hot stuff. Thank you guys for doing this. Please keep teaching and having more lessons with each other.

[@seeyanexttuesday23]

Loved the comparison of this being like chess and endless combinations of moves. I first started watching MMA at the beginning of the pandemic so now I can fully appreciate watching this instructional jiu jitsu video. Perhaps a regular jiu jitsu teaching video from Lex could be a thing for fans? This was really great!

[@GaborGeorge]

Love it! The Hubes definitely has a great build for BJJ. His methodical mind will make him good at it for sure! Glad to see him training at 10th Planet as a fellow 10th P member :D

[@baxeto2595]

I don't know anything about BJJ. But the way people talk about it makes me think it's a natural fit for the mind and physique of a guy like Huberman.

[@EzekielDBarrett]

Lex is also about 5'6, 140

[@classydarktoys5731]

This was cooler than the last 3 MMA fights I’ve watched. We need way more of this on KZbin. Leading Scientists rolling together. That’s so cool to me.

[@michaelmusengo9038]

Great to share this with Dr. Huberman. What an amazing gift!

[@catherinerossba-fineartma-6619]

Great fun! Love seeing the bond between you and Andrew

[@alee.809]

Lex is such a beautiful human being ❤️❤️

[@HookLineAndSinner]

I've always prided and encouraged myself to accept and embrace humility. Lex articulated, in such a practical way, how loss and failure is a benefactor toward the journey of success.

[@kiaruna]

I am so happy to see these brilliant dudes as buddies !!

[@jaysjams946]

Awesome clip of two great men demonstrating a physical way to strengthennthe mind and character thru humility. Ty Lex and Doc! Blessings

[@BillyCardano]

Lex I'm super impressed to see that you absolutely never skip out on leg day!

[@OzoneFineArtVentures]

This absolutely made my week! 3 of my favorite things all together at once, this was a genius idea to record. AND you hooked Huberman into loving jiu jitsu (apt pun). Hope we get treated to more at some point. Thanks for taking us along to the gym!

[@giacdeg]

Wow, respect to the student who becomes the teacher. The lack of ego is the most appealing aspect in a way. I really think I need Jiu jitsu in my life. This vid had me totally amazed.

[@farmerpewpew]

this video made my Ten Minute Walk so much faster today. thank you for the upload, and both of you participating!

[@grantp33]

they genuinely feed off each other, and use each other as inspiration, don't know how long they have been friends but looks like best friends, lets get lex skateboarding next

[@NinjaofApathy]

Wow I really hope to see more videos like this! I've always been interested in your grappling journey and system. Thanks Lex! I bet Andrew will excel at this!

[@josealvarez6187]

Thank you for posting this! You're a great embassedor for jiu-jitsu.

[@saharaharris]

This was awesome to watch. Especially the explanation about stars in your eyes and why it happens. These guys are on a level.

[@Arourasb1]

Lex is so amazing. Even when sharing a workout he’s still sharing the human experience like he does in his podcasts. ❤️

[@alejandrinahs]

Beautiful! A friendship that pushes and grows one another’s boundary. We hope for more insights to your gatherings. Hopefully live informative talks. The midpoint dialogue about the neurotic effects taking place during the lesson is incredible to witness.

[@holliebingham1311]

So cool, thanks for sharing this with us Lex! 🙌

[@AudioDestinyHQ]

He’s hooked! Love the analytical step by step during instruction

[@chrisgarciahostof-isitjust6697]

Awesome. Would enjoy more of these type videos Lex.

[@HassanWorld]

Andrew is awesome, this is cool to see. Very inspiring.

[@sheldoon51]

You guys are awesome! Really enjoyed this - and both of your podcasts - So cool that you guys are friends! Much love from Vancouver Island, Canada

[@jjjjermie]

is there a part 2? i love this

[@Morgow1]

"I could either break the jaw or still choke you..." Real bro moment right there, haha.

[@Kristocx]

This was inspirational to watch, hope you post more of these outside the studio videos!

[@jasondoolin6476]

This is truly awesome. Thank you for sharing.

[@Signingman]

The Huberman template looks like what you’d think the perfect human being would look like.

[@NOSFERATU_ONE]

7:00 perfect slav squat right there

[@dannyortega5272]

Thanks for bringing us along for the ride man. Appreciate it

[@ek3241]

You're both great men, your content is very helpful to people around the world, and it surely has helped me

[@tiagovinhanova4750]

I really liked this video! I would love to see a series of this kind, teaching jiu jitsu or showing the evolution of a beginner like Andrew Huberman, awesome work!

[@christophers3262]

When Lex said "I think your built for this", I was like his big ass sure is lol. Makes me wanna try.

[@christophvolar3481]

omg you two are my heros and also thats my favorite move when i practiced ju jitsu for a few years when i was a teenager x3 omg such fond memories. you guys rock!

[@Adammingstudio]

Thanks for sharing this man,

[@LovelyG769]

Watched it twice just to hear him say "I think I'm hooked." It really is an amazing sport. It's cool to see more people getting into it.

[@summerjeffries2434]

Maybe it's the 100s of hours I've listened to and watched lex that make me feel like he's my pal, but hearing him say he's seeing stars made me want to run into the video to make sure he was ok! As always, such a patient, kind, encouraging person during this lesson. I always appreciate the endless knowledge I gain from him.

[@MrHaggyy]

Seeing stars might be uncomfortable but is ok. If you lift a lot of weight you can run out of glucose too. But it should settle rather quick.

[@afunkyfilmbyp]

Truly love how lex identifies at one moment during RNC choke that he could either "break the jaw, or still choke you," then does neither, exercising a third option.

[@healingmomentum]

fantastic video. thank you. i've done aikido for years and was always curious about jiujitsu. this really helped me get inside the training in a safe and inspiring way. well done.

[@Ryan-xh7pe]

As someone who’s wondered what this experience is like I’m very grateful for this! Keep up the great work lex

[@PauloBerni699]

It changed my life twenty plus years ago. It changed the way I relate to people. *It’s important to make a distinction between the self defense components and the more common sportive aspects, although the two synthesize rather nicely when understood. Winning a showcase match in front of 500 people is an indescribable endorphin dump. What an incredible journey Brazilian jiu-jitsu is.

[@trevorjackson2797]

Hopes he keeps it up 🤘🏻

[@jacoblorenz7788]

Lex do more of this content mate, phenomenal stuff!

[@stephenrose1902]

I love you guys- Lex, Andrew -this video made my day.

[@erfan9166]

I really like Andrew. Two legends training... this is history

[@erlichbachman663]

achievement unlocked: out of the chair achievement unlocked: fresh air achievement unlocked: skin contact with free floating 3rd person big stuff from lex

[@RoloSolis81]

This gives me soo much hope.

[@Cracktune]

its so great to see all of this poppin off. Logan was hilarious

[@Signingman]

I was geeking out seeing these two but then I’m like, wait, I see this everyday. I get to see the beauty of jiu jitsu. Seeing people collaborate in this way is truly priceless.

[@ND_IMS_]

Professor Huberman can have it all! 😃

[@thecannabisdoc]

I loved to see this!! Take more guests/friends on to the mat!

[@cfrend]

Can't wait for my class tonight. thanks for sharing Lex

[@loveistheonlything3626]

This is how i'd love to train. Gyms I've been to never really gave me the same feeling of expert knowledge and calm.