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Older Grapplers: Choose Your Training Partners Wisely

Gary Berger — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:33:52 +0000

Who you roll with really matters — especially as an older grappler. The wrong partner can cause injuries and setbacks, while the right one helps you stay on the mats for years.

In this clip, black belt instructor Marc Barton shares Tip #1 from his Top 5 Tips for Older Grapplers video. A former emergency medicine doctor who started BJJ at 30 and earned his black belt at 40, Marc now trains and teaches full-time at 49 — stronger and more resilient than ever.

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How to Roll “Light” in BJJ. . .The Correct Way!

Gary Berger — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 19:43:34 +0000

Recently I posted a video talking about the “let’s go light guy” in Jiu-Jitsu gyms.

Watch it here: https://youtu.be/xKBWrwA2Cdg

Everyone, if you train in Jiu-Jitsu, will have the “let’s go light” conversation that leads into a World Championship level roll (as far as intensity).

This can be extremely frustrating.

Many of you guys commented on that previously mentioned video, saying that you have had the experience. But some of you commented that you are the person who actually does ask the question, however they actually keep their word.

So, how do you approach actually rolling light, after asking the question? and how can rolling light be an effective tool to help you get better faster and help you heal in the midst of an injury caused by BJJ?

I’ll talk about this and more in the video.

Thanks for watching.

– Chewy
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My Health Scare is Over, Now I’m Back to BJJ Training

Gary Berger — Wed, 21 Jun 2023 19:02:39 +0000

A few weeks ago, I mentioned that I had an issue where I had to take some time off BJJ and had to go to the Emergency room because of that health issue.

Well, today was my very first training session back in about a month and I could feel it. If you’re older and do BJJ you probably know exactly what I’m talking about.

As you age in BJJ you can really tell the difference that a long break makes. I’m not “old” in the sense of full life. But I am for BJJ. That being said, in my mid 30s I definitely don’t recover the same as I did when I was 25.

Anyways, I wanted to share a couple ideas with you guys in relation to getting back to training BJJ after a serious injury, health issue, or whatever else took you off the mat.

Hopefully you find these ideas useful to you.

– Chewy
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Stretches for Inflexible BJJ Practitioners (Knees, Hips, Ankles)

Gary Berger — Mon, 29 May 2023 19:00:12 +0000

Recently the Ole Chewster has had some health issues….

With that being said, it’s forced me to take some time off the BJJ mats from hard rolling. And so with that I’ve decided to spend more time in other areas like the gym, specifically with stretching and mobility.

Lots of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners are extremely tight, that includes me. Personally, I have struggled with flexibility my entire life. I’ve never been a flexible guy. And with years of hard training and a few surgeries. My body has some issues.

That said I’ve been correcting some of these issues with a stretching and mobility program I had created for me. In the video I’ll share some of the movements that have helped me out. The stretches and exercises today are focused on knees, hips and ankles.

If you’re struggling with a similar issue, then hopefully these ideas can be useful to you.

Just remember, I am not a doctor, nor am I giving you any medical advice. I’m just showing you what has been working for me.

Go see a professional if you are having any issues.
-Chewy
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How To Monitor Load Management For Performance and Injury

Gary Berger — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 18:49:07 +0000

In this video I discuss an important concept in improving performance and reducing injury risk known as “Load Management.”

What is load management you ask? Well its pretty much the “burden” or stress you put on your body.

There are 2 types of load that you can put on your body: External (how long you train…minutes and days) and the internal load (the physiological effects, or how your body feels).

Too much load can lead to injuries and too little load won’t stimulate the body enough to promote strength changes and won’t improve performance.

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BJJ Q&A – Optimal Training Frequency For A BJJ Hobbyist #shorts

Gary Berger — Wed, 18 May 2022 13:42:11 +0000

What is optimal training frequency for a BJJ hobbyist considering recovery.

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Why Is A Cool-Down Important For BJJ?

Gary Berger — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 19:25:30 +0000

In this brief introduction, I share some ideas on why its important for you to have a cool-down/after training/recovery routine.

I chat with my coach, Chewy, about how this sequence can be helpful in your overall health and well-being.

If you are interested in this full cool-down series to see exactly what I do after training, you can check out my newest instructional Grappling RX – The Cool-Down https://www.thejiujitsutherapist.com/sales-page-83be9531-c164-4958-9eda-d741a70970fb

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And thanks to @Chewjitsu for being in the series!

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Figure-4 Hip Stretch (Clip From Grappling RX – The Cool-Down)

Gary Berger — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 19:00:18 +0000

In this clip, from the new instructional “Grappling-RX The Cool-Down,” I take you through an awesome recovery sequence for the hip muscles. This is one of my go-to exercises after training, the Figure-4 stretch. This stretch can help with recovery after training and improving hip mobility and safety when training to protect your low back, hips, and knees.

If you are interested in a full cool-down series to see exactly what I do after training, you can check out my newest instructional Grappling RX – The Cool-Down https://www.thejiujitsutherapist.com/sales-page-83be9531-c164-4958-9eda-d741a70970fb

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And thanks to @Chewjitsu for being in the series!

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Unlock Your Stiff Mid Back After BJJ Training

Gary Berger — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 17:00:18 +0000

Stiffness and tightness in the mid back (Thoracic spine) is a common issue due to the positions of Jiu-Jitsu as well as every day life that includes extensive sitting among other activities that forces our spine to round.

This can lead to a rounded posture, decreased mobility, and general stiffness in the mid back which can impact neck, shoulder, and low back function.

In this quick series, I show you exercises that I focused on after I experienced tightness in the mid back after BJJ class.

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How To Fix Your Stiff "BJJ Knees"

Gary Berger — Fri, 26 Jun 2020 21:00:05 +0000

In this video I answer a Youtube question about a knee injury that has limited the amount of bend in the knee. I discuss any whether there are some dangers in training without full knee motion.

I also talk about a few positions to avoid as well as position to use if you have limited knee bending and a really effective technique that can help improve knee bending (aka knee flexion).

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