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Training BJJ in a Heat Wave + Anthony’s Judo Tournament | 40 & Fighting Ep. 142
46 minutes Posted Jul 27, 2026 at 1:27 pm.
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How do you keep training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu when the summer heat makes every round feel twice as hard? In Episode 142 of the 40 & Fighting Podcast, John and Anthony talk about training through the latest heat wave and how high temperatures can affect your conditioning, energy, hydration, recovery, and overall performance on the mats. We discuss the challenges of training BJJ during extreme summer heat, knowing when to slow down, staying properly hydrated, and making smarter decisions so you can continue training without putting your health at risk. Anthony also recaps his recent judo tournament, including his preparation, competition experience, matches, lessons learned, and what it is like stepping onto the tournament mat under pressure. Topics covered in Episode 142: • Training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu during a heat wave • How extreme heat affects cardio and performance • Hydration and recovery for BJJ athletes • Knowing when to reduce your training intensity • Staying safe during hot summer practices • Anthony's judo tournament recap • Preparing mentally and physically for competition • Lessons learned from competing in judo • The differences between judo and BJJ tournaments • Balancing hard training with long-term health Whether you train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, judo, wrestling, or another combat sport, this episode is for anyone trying to stay consistent, compete, and continue improving during the hottest part of the year. Let us know in the comments: Do you change the way you train during extreme heat, and have you ever competed in a judo tournament? Like the video, subscribe to 40 & Fighting, and turn on notifications for more conversations about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, judo, MMA, competition, fitness, family, and life on and off the mats. Join the Discord and be part of the team https://discord.gg/MUgrpSc2nt Save your feet mat burn: https://amzn.to/3uLkJjh Blath Path Gear: https://theblkpath.com/ IG: John: https://www.instagram.com/ghostninjasd Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/beardrolls 40ANDFIGHITNG: https://www.instagram.com/40andfighting_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@40andfighting #BrazilianJiuJitsu #BJJ #Judo #JudoTournament #BJJTraining #HeatWave #SummerTraining #CombatSports #Grappling #MartialArts #40AndFighting