How To Never Need Extra Off Mat Conditioning For BJJ w/ Ed Hanson (SSOF Ep 178)
Mon Feb 02 2026
Conditioning Mentorship: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/coach-conditioning-mentorship-program/
Boxing S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/boxing-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/
MMA S&C Blueprint:https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/mma-strength-conditioning-blueprint/
BJJ S&C Blueprint:https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/
SSOF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground-training-app/
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SSOF Taniwha Rashies & Shorts - Code "SWEETSCIENCE" https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-rash-guard
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James and Ed discuss the intricacies of strength and conditioning in combat sports, particularly focusing on jiu-jitsu and football. They share personal experiences, mistakes made in early coaching roles, and the importance of aligning training with competition schedules.
Ed emphasizes the need for flexibility in training programs, especially for hobbyists, and discusses how to structure jiu-jitsu training to achieve specific physical goals. The conversation also touches on the unique considerations for masters competitors and the significance of long-term development in martial arts.
Timestamps
0:00 Introduction to Strength Conditioning in Combat Sports
01:01 Ed's Journey in Football and Basketball
02:46 Learning from Early Mistakes in Coaching
07:59 Applying S&C Principles to Jiu-Jitsu
09:15 Structuring Training for Jiu-Jitsu Practitioners
15:13 Different Training Focuses: Speed, Endurance, and Strength
32:45 Training Strategies: Volume vs. Intensity
38:42 Agile Periodization: Flexibility in Training
46:27 The Competition Mindset: Long-Term Development
50:38 Strength and Conditioning: Key Principles for BJJ
56:41 Sustainable Training: Finding the Right Balance
Ed's IG: https://www.instagram.com/ed_jiujitsuperform/
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Conditioning Mentorship: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/coach-conditioning-mentorship-program/ Boxing S&C Blueprint: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/boxing-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/ MMA S&C Blueprint:https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/mma-strength-conditioning-blueprint/ BJJ S&C Blueprint:https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/ SSOF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground-training-app/ Trifecta Nutrition: https://trifectanutrition.llbyf9.net/3JoV0k (Code "liftbig40" for 40% off) SSOF Rash Guard & Shorts Discount - Code "SWEETSCIENCE"https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/sweet-science-rash-guard SSOF Taniwha Rashies & Shorts - Code "SWEETSCIENCE" https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-rash-guard https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-shorts James and Ed discuss the intricacies of strength and conditioning in combat sports, particularly focusing on jiu-jitsu and football. They share personal experiences, mistakes made in early coaching roles, and the importance of aligning training with competition schedules. Ed emphasizes the need for flexibility in training programs, especially for hobbyists, and discusses how to structure jiu-jitsu training to achieve specific physical goals. The conversation also touches on the unique considerations for masters competitors and the significance of long-term development in martial arts. Timestamps 0:00 Introduction to Strength Conditioning in Combat Sports 01:01 Ed's Journey in Football and Basketball 02:46 Learning from Early Mistakes in Coaching 07:59 Applying S&C Principles to Jiu-Jitsu 09:15 Structuring Training for Jiu-Jitsu Practitioners 15:13 Different Training Focuses: Speed, Endurance, and Strength 32:45 Training Strategies: Volume vs. Intensity 38:42 Agile Periodization: Flexibility in Training 46:27 The Competition Mindset: Long-Term Development 50:38 Strength and Conditioning: Key Principles for BJJ 56:41 Sustainable Training: Finding the Right Balance Ed's IG: https://www.instagram.com/ed_jiujitsuperform/