Beauty and the Gi
By Jen Edds and AJ Clingerman
Beauty and the Gi is a podcast about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu that explores the intersection of life on and off the mat. Whether you are a new white belt, or a seasoned grappler, this podcast offers a blend of personal experiences, challenges, and breakthroughs. In each episode, you get the perspectives of the ever-curious Blue Belt Jen Edds, along with Black Belt and coach AJ Clingerman. Episodes are usually 30 minutes or less because we would rather be rolling than talking about it.
Latest episode
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186: Do You Feel Pressure to Bring Value When Rolling with a Higher Rank?
Do you feel pressure to bring “value” when rolling with a higher rank? From brand-new white belts to experienced black belts, we all bring unique value to the mat. Seeing the value we bring can be especially tricky when you’re new to grappling.... -
185 Rachel Casias on Jiu-Jitsu, Coaching, and Navigating Alzheimer's
Rachel Casias makes a return visit to the show because she is coming back to teach at this year’s Roll Model Base Camp in July! When Rachel joins us, we always have a multifaceted conversation about Jiu-Jitsu and life. We talk about her... -
184: Communication, Competition, and Your Jiu-Jitsu Community
You're gearing up for a Jiu-Jitsu competition, and when you least expect it, your opponent slides into your DMs. Wait, what?! We’ve pulled AJ’s soapbox out for this episode, inspired by a recent post in a women’s Jiu-Jitsu Facebook group. ... -
183: Small Victories, Big Impact: Nurturing an Upward Spiral in Your Jiu Jitsu
We’ve talked about the downward spiral in previous episodes. You know, that moment when you make a mistake, can’t get out of your own head, and then the wheels fall off. We’ve all been there. What if you flipped that concept and started building... -
182: The Rise of Women’s Jiu-Jitsu and Our Thoughts on the American Jiujiteira Documentary
Have you watched the American Jiujiteira documentary? We watched it and have some thoughts to share with you in this episode. (00:00) Episode Intro (01:29) The American Jiujiteira Documentary Explore the impact of the American Jiujiteira... -
181: When Life Throws You Off Your Jiu-Jitsu Game and Vice Versa
From battling with self-doubt to finding inspiration in the daily struggles, we explore the multifaceted impact of Jiu-Jitsu and life on and off the mat. Life outside of Jiu-Jitsu can affect our performance on the mat. Factors such as sleep,... -
180: BJJ Black Belt Sarah Chamberlain
BJJ Black Belt Sarah Chamberlain is the first instructor to be announced for Roll Model Grappling Camp 2024. Get to know Sarah as she talks with AJ, Jen, and Risser. We can’t wait to learn from her at camp this summer! (00:00) Episode Intro (01:18)..… -
179: New Year Reset: Intention, a Shift in Perspective, and Announcing the Theme for Roll Model Camp 2024
As we roll into a new year, there's a sense of renewal and possibility. We are kicking off the new year by talking about intention, embracing a shift in perspective, and announcing the Roll Model Camp 2024 theme! If you Love the Podcast,... -
178: Rolling into 2024: Creating Your Yearly Game Plan for Life On and Off the Mat
Are you ready to roll into 2024 with a game plan to help get what you want out of life on and off the mat? This is not just another episode about goal setting. The time has come to sharpen our focus and develop a strategic game plan for success.... -
177: What to do When You Think Your Jiu Jitsu is Garbage
Have you ever had one of those days when you felt like your Jiu-Jitsu was total garbage? How do you work through it? This episode was recorded right after Jen had one of those days. Coach AJ shares her wisdom on how to work through it. We also discus…
