It's odd because at no point did Chewy mention I'm supposed to be pounding Bourbon. Curious, almost like I'm doing it wrong.

52 here. no-stripe purple. Best recovery is to train lighter and longer and don't leave it on the mat. No tap - death matches are for 20 year old white belts. Just now coming back from 6-7 months off and I'm WAY out of shape and my T levels are in the basement. I've forgotten 2/3 of what I know. I'm even emotionally on the verge of quitting - which I deduced to be from vanity of getting my ass kicked by lower belts. If I went in and hammered like I did 2-3 years ago (in my late 40s) I'd get injured every other week. Those birthdays going into your 50s will be rough. Swallowing pride at this stage of the game is like swallowing a 20 pound dumb bell, but my rolling style at this stage is to go and roll and let it happen while expending 20% effort. If I can't use technique to counter- let the other guy have the tap (give him the gym trophy for beating up the old guy). You have to just not care about how you are vs your gym mates. Some of them are a-holes - choose your partners accordingly. In fact I'm trying to work into the habit of wearing myself to zero energy in a second work out prior class so I have minimal strength reserves going into class (also because I'm fat and out of shape and want to lose about 30 pounds to be in "fighting" shape again).

45 here, coming back after a 2.5 year break! so this is very helpful! Thank you! 💪😎

Thanks for posting Chew! Im going into my 4th class tomorrow. Im 41 years old and did martial arts in my MUCH younger days (stopped at 18). Turns out theres pain in places i dodnt know even existed after just a single class. Illnjave to implement some of this into my post-class routine. 👍🏻

That foam roller on the shoulders exactly like how you do has been a life saver for me recently

Thanks for this great video. Yes, please do a video on how to get better sleep. I personally struggle with sleeping, especially after evening training sessions where my body is in bed but my mind and muscles are still on the mats 😂

Thank you, Prof. Chewy. Be well, always.

PERFECT TIMING

Chewie I just want to say I've watched your channel for a year or so now and this has been the most helpful video yet!! The stretch you do with the massage roller at 04:00 is a life saver, I've had back pain from tight shoulders since starting Jiu Jitsu, and I tried it after class today and it's the first time my back hasn't hurt after training!! Thank you so much!

Thanks for sharing this essential info

Thanks so much for sharing and yes us older guys do need to warm up, recover, and watch what we eat and drink a bit more

I would like to see the sleep video actually, thanks chewy, great content as always!

I'm 52 but after my time in the Army, my equivalent age is 138. Started running again 4 years ago and going to the gym. Just started BJJ a month ago and I'm hooked. My go-to things for recovery are: inversion table- back pain gone with 4 minutes a day use. CBD, both as a supplement and as an ointment, which works better than any freeze spray or Tiger Balm or whatever. For more serious pains and problems I see a very good acupuncturist who has alleviated crippling pain for me several times.

Great to hear. I do a lot of those things, but I think I may add some of your suggestions. Thanks

Awesome video thanks for sharing. The Lacrosse ball has been a life saver for me. I recommend everyone who does BJJ try using one.

Thank you chewy

Yes!! Thank you!

Have the same exact pinch in between my shoulder blade and neck. I use a tennis ball there for relief. Thanks!

Will upgrade my foam rolling, thanks

I’m looking forward to this. (41, black belt, still training hard…. Recovery sucks for me!)

Have you tried Gaba? Game changer for my sleep man

54 year-old no-stripe white belt. Would love to see a video on better sleep. Want to maximize my recovery time!

I would be interested in your sleep routine. I notice a difference between medical advice and what people do everyday to help.

I’m 55, and use the WIN technique. Whiskey / Ibuprofen / Nap.

I just started doing cold water immersion. It has made huge difference for dealing with inflammation. I'm 46 and doing on the cheap in a rubbermaid tub but even 50 degree water has been hugely beneficial.

This is super helpful. I really need to utilize my foam roller & lacrosse ball more, especially with these movements. Thanks for this!

Good vid. Would be interested in tips for sleeping after rolling.

What type of magnesium do you take? I hear some types can be a diuretic

Hi Chewi, which Ice bath do you use?

Hey your shop link is not working. Thanks for the content

I'm a beginner (~6 months in) and my biggest problem is ribs. Every few weeks I get injured and sometimes it's very painful. Any advice on prevention/recovery?

Yes please to something on how to sleep better

whats the name of your ice bath you got?

Is it normal to have tight/ache traps / neck muscles for starting BJJ?

53 y/o lump of broken meat, here. After 90% of my training sessions, I miss dinner and I'm home just in time to squeeze in 8 hours of sleep. I'm OK with not eating a meal, but I've wondered if I should use some kind of "recovery drink." Any sleep advice would be incredible. Thanks, Chewy.

I just go swimming 500 meters before and after dojo time. And use jets in the jacuzzi like a massager on joints and muscles, then steam room sauna.

Take care with ashwaganda and be sure to get kidney function checked. For some, it can have a negative effect on it.

I’m mark, and I’m 42 years old wondering how to recover as an older grappler. Stay out of my head Chewy! Lol!!!

Any trt or anything?

Yes please make a sleep video

You should submerge your head underwater in the ice bath

i am 41 and i dont need any of this . i roll 6 times per week and every match is a death match . i get suplexxed kimurad , chocked ... no issue and no pain .... your body is not bade for bjj chew

Hello

CBD works a whole let better when you spell it with ‘THC’.

Where's the pound a 6 pack of beer section? I swear it's good.