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Jits Over 50 summaries

Every long episode from Jits Over 50, read in minutes: the key takeaways, the chapters, and a digest of the whole conversation. Hey everyone! I'm a 53-year-old brown belt under Mike Codella, a 4th-degree black belt (Renzo Gracie). I began training in martial arts with Taekwondo in 1985. I went on to train in Shaolin Kung Fu and Wing Chun from 1999 to 2008. In 2008, I started BJJ, kickboxing, and MMA. I ea…

Training Jiu-jitsu at Renzo Gracie Vietnam

Experience training at Renzo Gracie Vietnam, highlighting technical instruction and the universal nature of jiu-jitsu despite varying fitness levels and cultural backgrounds.

March 12, 2026