How To Use Deliberate Practice To Improve In BJJ (Episode 413)

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss the main principles of "deliberate practice" from the book "Peak" by Anders Ericsson and how to better develop and maximize progress in BJJ. We discuss why talent is overrated, why some people excel physically at specific sports and why BJJ is unique, training for skill and not for knowledge, why developing skill is a "messy process," what makes a "skilled" coach in BJJ, the importance of having a "mental representation" of the technique, trying to acquire skill is not always fun, and how to get out of plateaus. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Datsusara, head over to and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of the highest quality hemp gear for BJJ. Check out "Athlethc" at and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to and use the promo code Chewjitsu30 to get 30% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at

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How To Use Deliberate Practice To Improve In BJJ (Episode 413) is an episode from The Chewjitsu Podcast by Eugene Tsozik.

This episode is 01:13:46 long.

This episode was published on May 4, 2026.

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