Successful BJJ Competitor Struggling with Neck Injuries

[@chriso8726]

I’ve never really been much of a competitor nor was I wanting to coach. Bjj was my stress reliever, but I’ve competed and kinda feel into helping teach. I’ve been on the mats for 14 years and currently a brown belt. The most rewarding thing ever in bjj was when that first white belt told me he hit a move I taught him in a live roll. So you just never know where this sport will take you. Just enjoy the ride 🤙🏼

[@timba1181]

Never change Chewy, the length of your videos is just fine 👌

[@badassoptic]

This is why I always roll at 40 to 60% intensity most of the time. Never 100% every session for 3 - 5+ years straight, so I can go train more and I don't end up spending all the money visiting the doctor while reducing medical financial stress on my family.

[@CraigMiller-ti2wx]

Wow.. you're speaking directly to my journey. I love it! Great message 👍🏾

[@Tyler16bit]

I'm getting back into BJJ as a white belt after 2 years away from training, because of mental health reasons. Doing better now, and looking to also get in better shape physically. Just 2 more weeks until my first class back, really looking forward to it, training at a good gym in my hometown in southern Indiana.

[@harkinjames]

Welcome back to the game 😁💪

[@Tyler16bit]

@@harkinjames thanks!

[@FR-ty5vn]

100% - Arguably the best coach of all never competed…Danaher…

[@smooty7028]

You don't have to be actively competing to be a great coach. In fact many of the best coaches no longer compete for various reasons. It will just allow you to dedicate more time/attention to your guys that compete. I'm also a purple belt with chronic neck issues that I have to manage. It's not worth it to push it and make it worse. I'd rather tone it down and be able to keep training for years to come.

[@gregslone4874]

Five minutes in I was wondering where you were going with this but then you tied it all together and it was like . . . aha!

[@Chewjitsu]

I told ya it was going to be a bit of a ride!

[@user-fd3gz2zc7u]

Its nice to see this Sea Change in Jiu-Jitsu. Folks like you make jiu-jitsu fun and full of wisdom.

[@Chewjitsu]

Appreciate it.

[@prenomnom3543]

Excellent. Thank you.

[@tyroneshoelaces315]

I'm in a similar position. I've competed a good few time but I don't really show up when the time comes. I've done good but not great. I've recently coached a few teammates at a naga and when they won their matches I felt great! Id love to be that top of the podium guy but I'm getting older.

[@rafasgomesflorence]

Great video

[@matthewsue4032]

4th

[@FranskBaguette]

:)