How to get started in BJJ | Ryan Hall and Lex Fridman
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Ryan Hall's great, but when he finally fully wakes up he's going to be unstoppable!
@liammeharry
3 жыл бұрын
You talking about his tourettes?
@gonufc
3 жыл бұрын
@@liammeharry What? No, he just looks sleepy with his eyes always half open.
@govtom4
3 жыл бұрын
Hilarious.
@gonufc
3 жыл бұрын
@Issac Hernandez What disability? He just has eyes that look half closed. Calm down.
@matthewlav1360
3 жыл бұрын
@Issac Hernandez ❄️❄️❄️❄️ 🚨
It takes a really good coach to recognize that you should train somewhere else in order to realize your potential. It was always a bittersweet moment telling kids I coached that I had taught them everything I could teach them and they would have to learn the rest on their own or with someone else.
@maddniarslan
3 жыл бұрын
For how long did you teach those kids before you had to tell them that?
@UnosHombreBlanco
3 жыл бұрын
The fact that you didn't stunt their progress and didn't hold them back and knew to let them go and continue their journey to be better truly shows what an absolutely outstanding coach and person you are. Doing the right thing by your students should be number one and you've clearly put their needs before your wants and that's character. Legend.
@alexg9693
2 жыл бұрын
@@maddniarslan 5 minutes
@awesomefighter8986
2 жыл бұрын
@@alexg9693 once you teach them the guard, you let them learn how to pass by someone else
@theyoungfool.1895
2 жыл бұрын
Your a good teacher, you were honest with them and let them grow beyond your place, I bet it was worth it even if it was bittersweet, it’s always worth it.
I recently started kickboxing after years of debating every outcome in my own head, exactly like this. If you’re thinking about doing something like this, DONT! Just do it!
@reactiverhino6931
3 жыл бұрын
Im like this bro I just get too nervous to go in and I never have been in an MMA gym
@dinoman-1skicoin384
3 жыл бұрын
@@reactiverhino6931 Bro just go. We always have new guys come in and they are physically dishevelled. They are low on confidence, and nervous aswell. People are happy to see people bettering themselves. We welcome people who want to learn. It is motivational!
@reactiverhino6931
3 жыл бұрын
@@dinoman-1skicoin384 cheers man I needed this thanks
@carpenter437
3 жыл бұрын
Totally agree, started working out as soon as I get up in the morning. For to long I just would think about working out in the mornings. Stopped thinking, just started doing it without option.
@ispittruthchannel5317
3 жыл бұрын
@@reactiverhino6931 the jiu jitsu community (generally speaking) is the best family I've ever had!!! Very accepting and welcoming and supportive. We are a team helping each other grow, as artists and people. Fear is in your mind but if you've considered mma this long, that's in your heart. Don't ignore your heart, it's trying to lead you to where life wants you. Good luck brother! Dive in, we got your back
I've tapped out more times than the number of stars in the universe!
Growing up I was bullied since middle school. And I was a shy kid who wanted to stay alone instead of making friends. Doing wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu has made me grow out of my pent-up emotions. I started realizing that my body could do things I never thought it could. I went into Jiu-Jitsu with a humble mind and never let my ego get in the way.
@magrum21
3 ай бұрын
I’m starting JJ on 3/23 with my two sons with a group of other fathers/sons. My childhood I was bullied as well. Never gotten in a fight. Struggled with confidence issues a good chunk of my life. Doing this to build my relationships with my sons and to invest in them and myself…to build confidence and discipline. A bit nervous going into this especially at almost 48.
his thought is so well analyzed. Great conversation Lex, relatively new to this podcast and it's been so much fun
@josipdolibasic4143
3 жыл бұрын
It can be safely assumed he's a really intelligent dude just by seeing how eloquent he is
@ivanichianus683
2 жыл бұрын
@@josipdolibasic4143 not after his last fight.
Came back from the whole interview cause I 100% suffer from the thinker's disease. I didn't know what to expect from this conversation but Ryan gave one of my favorite interviews. So glad you're branching out Lex.
@ivan.guitaraaa1903
2 жыл бұрын
Such an open mind
This dude is very well spoken. I'll have to watch the whole podcast
The fact that everyone were so respectful in the gym and yet could literally snap all my limbs is what makes me nervous at first. Its a really humbling experience. A kid from highschool would consistently submit me who was significantly bigger and stronger... and had years of experience in other martial arts and contact sports prior to BJJ.
It's as simple as walking into a gym with some credibility and trying a class. Come in with OPEN MIND, LEARN and CHILL. Check your EGO at the Door.
Ryan Hall is the reason I started Bjj and it was everything I needed in my life
@gyrated
21 күн бұрын
Did you quit yet? 😁
I love the way lex thinks and phrases his questions the way you do. It’s like you ask the questions we are all thinking
Just go! People will be welcoming and helpful. Expectation management is the key. Just learn at least one thing from a roll.
The way i started i literally didnt think about it just went to a class and ive been hooked since then best decision i ever made.
Huge fan! I love how well thought out you are! And gentle and calm. I wish more people were able to communicate as well as you.
@vasilikimichopoulou1250
3 жыл бұрын
1
Really impressed to see Ryan Hall on your podcast. Guy is a wizard!
@Cum007
2 жыл бұрын
I see
@Cum007
2 жыл бұрын
"wizard" hall
Things I wasn’t ready for starting jiu jistu ringworm, cauliflower ear, my shoulders AC joint falling apart at 17 years. My Academy going out of business 5 months into rona 😭 Be back on the mats one day🥺😤
@tonyattardo9350
3 жыл бұрын
Hang in there man, where you at?
@Jealod24
3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you’re at a sketchy place... you’re always gonna have to deal with shit on the mats and poor hygiene, but all of that combined after a short period is a little concerning. Good luck, and stay safe. If you’re rolling with dinks who want to flex their dick size, find another partner.
@2pacfan12357
3 жыл бұрын
So I should not start with BJJ because I really do not want any joint pain?
@Muhammad-ou9wh
3 жыл бұрын
I'm proud of the cauliflower ears
@trxscreed
3 жыл бұрын
@@2pacfan12357 lol, definitely not. BJJ destroys your joints, but i'll take arthritis over mental anguish that stress and anxiety was causing any day.
I'm here because of your interviews with Joe Rogan. Great work sir. Subscribed 🤘
Ryan Hall is my favorite grappler. His tutorial on bjj fanatics are great.
I love Jiu-Jitsu!!! Most humbling ego checking thing I've ever done.
1. The "Thinker's Disease" bit was incredibly wise, so was the Bruce Lee bit. Wow. 2. I am so disappointed that he isn't fighting in May... fingers crossed for a fight later this year.
@travisbickle4337
3 жыл бұрын
July 10 let's go!
GREAT advice by Ryan
Great podcast, subscribed.
It’s way easier to start if you had an instructor of the caliber of Ryan hall. Getting a dodgy or less instructor makes the experience much more difficult
I really like his analysis of the thinkers disease
Never knew that Ryan was so interesting to listen to.
Much respect for this gent
Thanks for this. Down to earth, clever and sensible. Great antidote to Wolfram!
@slikclips2966
3 жыл бұрын
I could not agree more. Lex is killing these pod cast! In the good way😁
@tommygunhunter
3 жыл бұрын
@@alarlol very clever, but not sensible....
@tommygunhunter
3 жыл бұрын
@@alarlol His work is truly clever, gargantually so. But lately he seems to be given to wild assertions before proving them. Proofs first please. That's the Old Science! Einstein did not give advance notice of his seminal papers! He published them first and then spoke about them! #sensible
@tommygunhunter
3 жыл бұрын
@@alarlol He is an amazing guy. I think he is authentic in his motives and if he can prove what he asserts it would be a genuine Paradigm Shift. He would not just be standing on the shoulders of giants but a giant to be stood on!
New white belt here...I wanted to do BJJ for the better part of the last 10 years. I was fearful that I would embarrass myself or just get hurt so I never started. I finally took the leap and I am so glad that I did! Everyone is so friendly and helpful and fairly gentle given the nature of the activity and my inexperience. BJJ seems to universally produce an environment that HIGHLY conducive to learning and welcoming to all walks of life. Seriously, go start your BJJ journey; you owe it to yourself!
@liorcolina
Жыл бұрын
You keep up with it?😊
@oFLUXo680
Жыл бұрын
@@liorcolina I did! Just got my blue belt last month 💪
@nicks1169
Жыл бұрын
@@oFLUXo680 badass man. 2 month white belt here lol
@oFLUXo680
Жыл бұрын
@@nicks1169 Keep going! We are future black belts
@franklara21
7 ай бұрын
Just went to 1st JJ class this week. Like you, after MUCH back n forth for a long time, I FINALLY took that leap. Glad I did. Here's to future sessions 🤙🏽
I just got my second stripe the other day. I can't get enough of these philosophical videos.
@gyrated
21 күн бұрын
Did you quit yet? 😁
What an amazingly interesting conversation between two men with sharp and brilliant minds. Fuck I'm really enjoying this!
ryan can't wait to see you back in the octagon,
@lex8239
3 жыл бұрын
Not long now. He is fighting Dan Ige in March hopefully.
@wagonet
3 жыл бұрын
@@lex8239 Hell yah, cannot wait to see this fight.
You shouldn't be reading these, Lex. The simulation warned you
Man, Hall just never blinks!!!
I actually listen to this whole podcast hoping Ryan would mention a mutual friend and coach of ours. Dave Trader was a jiu jitsu competitor who I believe was not given the time or opportunity to become the coach he could have been. He was a massive fan and devout student of all grappling arts. He trained a lot with Ryan in northern Virginia and Maryland.
One of those rare channels where I let the ads play out.
I have not done bjj since 2001 and now today was my first day back at 27 and I LOVE IT And all i did wqs look for a school in the area see reviews call speak to the teachers and let them know why your doing it and when you go just listen learn be humble and itll be a blast
@gyrated
21 күн бұрын
Did you quit yet? 😁
We could look at ourselves metaphorically as a device but with choices of what software we choose to install but there are always risks of picking up virus type ppl too
Both men are great in their Art's.. would be cool to roll with Ryan, and Lex...
I just started doing bjj and muai thai Monday through Friday - been doing it a couple months and I love it.I did it to be the best version of me. I just jumped in and now Im in it 100% this is my new life style. Be prepared to suck badly but enjoy the journey. Idgaf I got my ass kicked a lot, still do and will continue to do so. I sprained my knee, still on the mat. My partner broke his ankle rolling with me. It's dangerous but its fun and addicting even.
@samuelredmond1310
Жыл бұрын
How are you getting on now
@zoranallen5205
Жыл бұрын
@@samuelredmond1310 Prolly quit lol
This should titled a conversation about humility
Lex has been talking about bjj the same way crossfitters always talk about CrossFit.
@Theroadneverending
3 жыл бұрын
It happened. BJJ is awesome
@merces47letifer4
3 жыл бұрын
Except way less gay and corny
Recommended this to my gf , anyway wasn't what I was expecting 😂😂
@tpal3243
3 жыл бұрын
what did she say
@Fisher2291
3 жыл бұрын
@@tpal3243 She asked for a Hall Pass
With more people doing it, it'll be more accessible but I think it's safe to say it's unaffordable for a lot of people...
Erik the electric looking good
Injuries is what's keeping me from starting really. I see/hear stories from people how they started, first few months in, they're rolling with a higher ranked belt, get put in a hold and their arm snaps. Or suffering serious ligament damage etc. I understand getting roughed up, sore, bruised, but how likely is a serious injury like broken bones to happen on any given training session?
@sarahseif1788
Жыл бұрын
Rolling with higher belts is actually a lot safer than rolling with white belts or beginners. They move with control and precision and they protect you from injuring yourself. At least this was my experience. Most of my injuries are from beginners. Injuries are a part of the gig unfortunately. It is definitely a risk but there are a lot of ways to prevent injuries or at least lessen their severity by keeping a good foundation of strong muscles, tendons and ligaments and improving your mobility.
It’s amazing that a guy with eyes that are permanently half closed, the effort it takes him to blink. Half the jobs already done Ryan
@Fallout7295
2 жыл бұрын
i think it's to do with his tourettes if you look at his eyes he blinks way to much only just found this out. I just thought he never got a good night sleep 😅
@xwhite2020
2 жыл бұрын
Good on youtube for allowing complete fukin idiots to gather, comment and slap each other on the back. There really is a place for everyone.
My wife and I plan on getting our daughters into BJJ. My oldest is 2.5 years old, at what age should I get them started? And what schools could you recommend in Central Connecticut? Thanks Lex. Also one thing I could say is I listened to your podcast you did with Rogen and carrying a firearm is kind of the same mentality with BJJ or martial arts, you know you could most likely destroy someone with your hands but you refrain from doing so on a daily basis. So please get a firearm and train. I would be pleased to show you how to shoot a pistol if you like. I have a private range we can use. I have taught others how to shoot over the years also. I think someone with your intelligence could be a good representative of the firearm community. Love going out to you.
@fatboyEDC
3 жыл бұрын
@@evilmemeboi6160 thanks. We do play roll and stuff now. Thank you.
@Freko2011
3 жыл бұрын
Start with judo, then after a 6-8 years transfer to bjj. Learnig goid stand-up is almost impossible with bjj
@fatboyEDC
3 жыл бұрын
@@Freko2011 thank you guys.
Lex, ur podcast is the shit bro....keep it up!
At 9:10...his first coach was a blue belt? There goes the idea that "only" black belts should teach jiu-jitsu!! 😂😂😂
Ryan Hall needs to be in UFC 4
@muaytha1201
3 жыл бұрын
Ya
@muaytha1201
3 жыл бұрын
He would be 4/5 stars
@moonman9227
2 жыл бұрын
@@muaytha1201 hahahahahah
Most people can't choose their coach. If they are lucky they have 1 gym and if really lucky they have 2 to choose from. 2 options isn't really choice and you have to flip a coin anyway. So just pick one and go and adjust as necessary.
I never knew he had Tourette’s just makes him more badass
I'm getting started tomorrow! 👍
@SANTANA1deep
Жыл бұрын
How'd it go?
Ryan the realist hall
thanx ryan
Gracie camp. Starting tonight. Can't wait. Dream come true
@gyrated
21 күн бұрын
Did you quit yet? 😁
What about with covid?
Why is he blinking? CTE?
I was hoping there would be some starter moves or something mentioned. Good podcast nonetheless!
@David-fv2hj
7 ай бұрын
Look up Jon danahers podcast. He teaches to learn pin escapes and guard retention first. (has instructionals) Then will look at half guard then all the others. Then submissions from the bottom. Then focus on main submissions such as back attack, kimura, arm bar, triangle etc
I really really want to start jujitsu but I have terrible knees and I'm recovering from a neck injury. My main hobbies are hiking, backpacking and climbing and I can't afford an injuries. I'm on anti depressants for the depression i went into after my chronic neck pain. What should I do?! Is it worth it? I've been thinking about doing just MMA in general, that seems less limb ripping?
@trevorbagan6603
3 жыл бұрын
I’m guessing your neck injury has to do with your vertebrae, in which case I could imagine doing bjj would be quite dangerous. However I think if you could definitely still practice it with some Physical therapy work too. I have a sacralized spine, two herniated discs, and still experience sciatica from time to time but there are certain exercises and measures I have taken that allow me to do bjj as well as wrestle. If wouldn’t say bjj would pose too much of a risk to your knees if it’s a joint issue because there’s minimal impact, and if someone attempts a leg lock or knee bar you can always preemptively tap. And I think most gyms follow the unsaid rule that is you don’t try to hurt or put someone in a position that causes too much pain, usually people tap as soon as they have the lock or hold tight enough to the point where you can’t escape without struggle.
@Fun_Dealer
3 жыл бұрын
@@trevorbagan6603 thank you for the advice it's much appreciated. Certainly something to thing about and yes it's a vertebrae issue
We are pattern seeking primates, so maybe it's a trait of our evolution to always try to figure out what is ahead of us before we embark on something.
@gickygackers
3 жыл бұрын
nah
@JGlais
3 жыл бұрын
@@gickygackers fuck off
@gickygackers
3 жыл бұрын
@@JGlais you're a pattern seeking primate LOL
@pavellima5755
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah its called thinking
@MarioRodriguez-ys6pf
3 жыл бұрын
Totally agree with you brother.
Hardest blinker ever
I wish I knew Morse code, so I could understand what he's blinking
I started going to class for about 3 months last year but anxiety just made it so difficult. I quit and it still bothers me because I love grappling. I love watching it and I loved learning it but sad to say I couldn’t deal with the anxiety before each class. Only time in my life where I’ve felt like that
@EditsUnlimited
3 жыл бұрын
a couple options. 1 is maybe try a different gym. sometimes gyms just have a real "bro" attitude. find a gym with quality people, that have nothing to prove. another is just general anxiety management. try breathing exercises in the parking lot. breath heavy through your nose and get alittle meditation before class. another thing, is no one cares what you look like, how you talk, how good/bad you are. they are all there to get better and make others better. no one is paying attention to you in that way. I go through the same thing man you're not alone. but as you train you'll get better physically and mentally. go back man, it will help your mental health in unbelievable ways. I hope this helps man! don't over think. go back, go as many times as your mind will allow. good luck brother
@Scott-qi3wv
3 жыл бұрын
@@EditsUnlimited I’m looking into another place to train in my town. I’ve really got the BJJ itch again after rewatching choke for the hundredth time 😂 thanks for the advice brother. Hopefully I can keep at it this time
@EditsUnlimited
3 жыл бұрын
@@Scott-qi3wv you'll love it man. just remember everyone has that, and everyone is there to support you and your team. best of luck homie I'm positive you can stick with it
@StevelyBruckShut
3 жыл бұрын
Did you watch at like 7:30? They say that's an important part of the growth process
@jeffreypressey8471
3 жыл бұрын
I'm nervous every time I train. Not crippling, but probably a five out of ten. I've made peace with being scared. I even say to myself "you're nervous, you're afraid" just to acknowledge the fact. When I realized it's acceptable to be scared I can turn that into excitement, use that energy on the mat, and I always, ALWAYS come away better, having learned something I didn't know about myself, my body, the sport of jiu jitsu, or just life. Hope hearing that does you Some good
You don’t mess these people 😂 just go and do it !
Ryan Hall breaks knees and apologizes after.
Have the time not the money, have the Money not the time
Just got interested in mma today, especially bjj. And all in a days worth, someone on the Dubai metro told me I look like my favorite fighter of all time (Jonny Bones).. a guy from Turkmenistan… and I’m from bum fuck nowhere northern VA. Now this fuckers from northern Va?? That’s my stomping grounds babyyy!!! The universe is crazy. Turkmenistan + VA + Dubai metro + Jonny Bones = next world champ. 😂
Ryan Hall vs Jordan Leavitt would be a good match.
REPPIN THE DMV YESSIR
I also have that Ali shirt
"Hey Blinkin!" Ryan Hall: Did you say Abe Lincoln?
I'm a white belt in bjj and it's hard to know what I'm supposed to getting good at because there's so many things to learn. I'm about to get private training.
@gyrated
21 күн бұрын
Did you quit yet? 😁
@momentum8640
21 күн бұрын
Never lol. Never.
@momentum8640
21 күн бұрын
I'm concentrating on defence. I got my first stripe now.
He doesn’t sleep he just freezes mid iminari roll and meditates for rest
I thought about joining....but the cost, potential sprain, tweaks, breaks and blindly rolling with people that I have no idea where their ego is at and skill is a hell of a gamble on my health.
@rogainegaming6924
2 жыл бұрын
This is all about gym selection. A good gym will take those people and straighten them out, but a bad gym will foster that environment.
Ryan’s shirt looks faded and old (unless thats the design) but ima assume he’s wearing a 10y old shirt because he’s that damn humble and simple
@rickybaker2223
3 жыл бұрын
who gives a fuck bro honestly
Went to my first class today and tapped like 5 times in 5 min to a person that weighed 40 pounds less than me
@gyrated
21 күн бұрын
Did you quit yet? 😁
I always get treated like a pariah when I go to BBJ classes what is it with treating outsiders like shit
How to get started in bjj, go to academy and pay money, go to class the end
You have to ask yourself what your goal is at a particular school. Do you want to be a World Champion or are you just rollin as a hobby.
Lex proves anyone can start a podcast and spend time with joe Rogan
@edforbes1563
Жыл бұрын
No it doesn't! This comment massively under values lex and over values most of the population! It proves anyone can improve themselves. If they want to. We can't all be exceptional. Telling people they can, is untrue and damaging. Every has different potentials. Striving to achieve your potential is what it's about.
wow I think I have the thinkers disease too
I'm gonna start jiu jitsu soon and I'm already expecting to get rolled by a white belt and get tapped 3x a minute
Would have been a better interview if Hall intermittently just flopped to his back and we had to wait a few seconds for him to sit back up in his chair.
@stuart124
3 жыл бұрын
You may laugh, but you don't know how many surprise ninja attacks and snipers that has saved him from.
@TheEvdoggy
3 жыл бұрын
@@stuart124 And MMA fights.
@Nicolairoed
2 жыл бұрын
Such a good comment lol
does bjj really destroy your joints?
@stillwatercamargo9606
3 жыл бұрын
Only if you not tap
Here after he got kod
Dude looks like Ben afflict little brother
This guy’s a Hall of famer…
whats wrong with his blinking? is it some condition?
@careerbase4349
3 жыл бұрын
Yeh. Probably a tick or something.
@kogrady2409
3 жыл бұрын
He has Tourette’s
Love Ryan Hall I just wish he could be my instructor. How lucky are those people that live right by gyms with the top people in the art.
Anyone notice how much this dude blinks
Eyyy Blinkin
2months of getting whooped already 24yrs old just starting my journey
@gyrated
21 күн бұрын
Did you quit yet? 😁
I really want to get into bjj but im terrified im going to get badly hurt
@Freko2011
3 жыл бұрын
Thats your fault, yo can alwats tap my friend
@ez123489
3 жыл бұрын
@@Freko2011 im worried about the increased likelihood of accidental injuries maybe slipping on the mat and blowing out your knee
@Freko2011
3 жыл бұрын
@@ez123489 i am a judo guy, and trust me the amount of time standup in bjj is almost nihil, depending on the club ofc and even then you can choos to pull guard.
Ryan "just roll" Hall
I’ve been wanting to do bjj but I cannot afford it :/
Just show up
Thank God you mentioned Andrew Yang- Finally a man of common decency!
@tjl4688
3 жыл бұрын
UBI isn't decency, it's theft.
Ryan roll around the cage hall 🤣🤣
@gyrated
21 күн бұрын
Where are your fight videos? 🤔