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The Grapplers Perspective

Paul Johnson & Danny Allen

#93 - Mark Macqueen - Grapplers Who Think Strength Doesn’t Matter Aren’t Living in the Real World

OCT 21, 202571 MIN
The Grapplers Perspective

#93 - Mark Macqueen - Grapplers Who Think Strength Doesn’t Matter Aren’t Living in the Real World

OCT 21, 202571 MIN

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<p>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.<br/><br/>• ADCC Trials win, what improved, and why confidence clicked<br/>• Kingsway and ROKA coaching structure, daily feedback, and partner quality<br/>• Austin move, visas, lifestyle trade-offs, and training rhythm<br/>• Powerlifting career highlights, identity, and the emptiness after winning<br/>• Strength’s real role in grappling performance and longevity<br/>• Practical S&amp;C: two-day lift split, one cardio, simple patterns<br/>• Rep ranges, sets, plyos, and keeping compliance over years<br/>• UK training roots, cross-training, and competition plans</p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2120258/open_sms"></a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2120258/support">Support the show</a></p><p>GET OUR FREE EMAILS - <a href='https://pjfitnesscoaching.aweb.page/GrapplersPerspective'>https://pjfitnesscoaching.aweb.page/GrapplersPerspective</a></p> <p>Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)<br/>Insta - <a href='https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj'>https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj</a> and <a href='https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj'>https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj</a></p> <p>Audio &amp; Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson</p> <p>Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete’s - <a href='https://matadorapp.io/'>https://matadorapp.io</a></p> <p>Protect Your Grip with 10% off Sticky Grips Finger Tape &amp; Streetwear! Use code: GPGRIPS10 at <a href='https://www.stickygrips.co.uk/'>https://www.stickygrips.co.uk</a></p> <p>Support us by joining our exclusive YouTube community at <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpb3LiQJyU-pYFUO3qk1ohw/join'>https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpb3LiQJyU-pYFUO3qk1ohw/join</a> </p> <p>10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at <a href='https://www.mrbassetts.com/'>https://www.mrbassetts.com</a>.</p> <p>Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - <a href='https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk/'>https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk</a></p>