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May 2025
28m 58s

The Older Grappler's Guide to Aging Grac...

JT & Joey
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Do you have a newfound love of jiu jitsu that your body can't seem to keep up with? Or are you a Wiley veteran that is still giving the young bucks a run for their money? Or maybe you're somewhere in between but also have many priorities outside of BJJ. Let this episode be your blueprint to success in grappling as an aging lad. ---------------------- BULLETP ... Show More
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