Strap in! In this episode Josh Sherman, a four-stripe white belt from Harrogate, chats with the hosts about how he found jiu-jitsu after rugby and the army. He explains why he started training, how family and community drew him in, and what keeps him showing up to the gym.
Josh shares an honest account of struggling with health anxiety after his daughter was born and how jiu-jitsu became a crucial outlet for his mental health. The conversation covers how training helps him switch off, manage adrenaline, and rebuild confidence.
The episode dives into competition stories — first-time nerves, lessons learned from early matches, and the mindset shifts that helped Josh perform better when he stopped overthinking outcomes. Practical tips come up too, like relaxing grips, forearm care, and finding the right training rhythm.
They also imagine a dream gym full of recovery amenities (sauna, cold plunge, café) and discuss training habits, session structure, and future plans: getting more consistent, adding strength work, and entering more events.
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