Using Strength In Jiu-Jitsu and the Benefits of Vegetarianism w/ Lucas Barbosa

In episode 9 we spoke with BJJ world champion, Lucas “Hulk” Barbosa. Lucas is known for being insanely strong, and has competed against and beat some of the best grapplers in the world. He trains full time at Atos Jiu-Jitsu in San Diego and recently became a vegetarian.

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

• How he has been training during the pandemic.
• The strategy he used recently to beat Leandro Lo.
• How to add aerial passes to your game.
• How to build confidence on your feet for takedowns.
• How playing other sports improved his jiu-jitsu.
• How he earned the nickname “the Hulk.”
• Different ways to use strength in jiu-jitsu.
• Training with different styles like Kaynan Duarte, Andre Galvao, and the Ruotolo Bros.
• How often he works out and splits up his lifting routine.
• The training methods he used to prepare for ADCC.
• How he dramatically improved his recovery.
• How becoming a vegetarian improved his BJJ performance.
• The dramatic changes to his body from vegetarianism.
• Lucas’ favorite supplements for jiu-jitsu.
• His best piece of advice for grapplers.

TAKE ACTION

1. Follow Lucas Barbosa on Instagram here and here.
2. Check out Lucas' instructional videos here.
3. Start strength training to improve your jiu-jitsu here.
4. Download your free 4-week BJJ conditioning program here.
5. Put what you learned into action! Try playing another sport like basketball, soccer, or Judo to improve your jiu-jitsu top game.