We talk through a world champion’s pivot from powerlifting to jiu-jitsu, why coaching culture at Kingsway changed everything, and how smarter stand-up, pinning, and true strength finally showed up on competition day. We share a clear plan for lifting, cardio, and plyos that keeps you improving without burning out. • ADCC Trials win, what improved, and why confidence clicked • Kingsway and ROKA coaching structure, daily feedback, and partner quality • Austin move, visas, lifestyle trade-offs,...
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We talk through a world champion’s pivot from powerlifting to jiu-jitsu, why coaching culture at Kingsway changed everything, and how smarter stand-up, pinning, and true strength finally showed up on competition day. We share a clear plan for lifting, cardio, and plyos that keeps you improving without burning out. • ADCC Trials win, what improved, and why confidence clicked • Kingsway and ROKA coaching structure, daily feedback, and partner quality • Austin move, visas, lifestyle trade-offs,...
#81 - Lucas Kanard - Developing the Guard that Shocked the Jiu Jitsu World at CJI
The Grapplers Perspective
1 hour 31 minutes
3 months ago
#81 - Lucas Kanard - Developing the Guard that Shocked the Jiu Jitsu World at CJI
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on how he went from being known as a bit of gym hero to winning ADCC trials and shocking the world at CJI 1 in one year, how he developed his renowned guard game, current NoGi grappling culture, the upcoming CJI 2 event and much more. Luas Kanard is an Australian Professional Grappler who gained notoriety when he submitted Victor Hugo at the Inaugural Craig Jones Invitational in 2024, winning him submission of the event. Guest Stuff: Insta...
The Grapplers Perspective
We talk through a world champion’s pivot from powerlifting to jiu-jitsu, why coaching culture at Kingsway changed everything, and how smarter stand-up, pinning, and true strength finally showed up on competition day. We share a clear plan for lifting, cardio, and plyos that keeps you improving without burning out. • ADCC Trials win, what improved, and why confidence clicked • Kingsway and ROKA coaching structure, daily feedback, and partner quality • Austin move, visas, lifestyle trade-offs,...
