Welcome to Bedson and Coffey Unfiltered with your hosts, Tyler Bedson and Eli Coffey— two seasoned fitness coaches on a mission to inspire, inform, and elevate your fitness journey. Join us on this dynamic podcast where we dive deep into the realms of weight training, coaching, competitive bodybuilding, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and much more.
Chewjitsu Open: Sub-Only Brackets, Big Energy, and a Tournament Built for Competitors
In this episode of Bedson & Coffey Unfiltered, the guys sit down with Jeff Alexander, one of Chewy’s black belts and a key part of the team behind the Chewjitsu Open, a fast-growing jiu-jitsu tournament series built around a competitor-first experience.
Jeff explains how Chewjitsu Open has expanded from a packed first event into a multi-state circuit, and why their unique format stands out: sub-only for adults, Madison bracketing (weight classes created after weigh-ins), and a scoring system that rewards athletes who hunt for the finish. They also cover how the event supports competitors with an athlete-friendly setup, how sponsorship money helps increase payouts, and what new competitors should focus on mentally when stepping onto the mats for the first time.
The conversation also gets into training culture, being a great partner, and nutrition strategies that support recovery and long-term performance. Then wraps with how to find upcoming events and get registered.
Who Jeff is: Chewy’s black belt, 21 years in jiu-jitsu, and his path from MMA into falling in love with grappling.
How Chewjitsu Open started: Built to fix competitor pain points—especially “one match and you’re done.”
Rapid growth: From the first packed event to multiple tournaments per year and continuing expansion.
New location announced: Chewjitsu Open heading to Huntsville, Alabama (May 16).
Sub-only adults: No points gaming—matches are built around hunting submissions.
Madison bracketing: Weight classes created after weigh-ins to avoid empty divisions and weird last-minute bumps.
Submission-focused scoring: Subs earn more than decisions, pushing faster, more exciting matches.
High finish rate: Chewjitsu Open sees a large majority of matches ending in submission.
Competitor-first experience: Setup, organization, and event flow designed to make the day better for athletes and families.
Advice for first-timers: You chose to be there—relax, enjoy it, learn, and get mat time.
11 Feb 2026
#34 Life After Bodybuilding, Being Enhanced & Why Bigger Isn’t Always Better
In Episode 34 of Bedson & Coffey Unfiltered, Tyler and Eli cover everything from flying monkeys and Liver King’s downfall to the real cost of chasing size in bodybuilding.The conversation takes a serious turn as they break down life after competitive bodybuilding, the reality of steroid use in today’s social media era, fertility struggles after coming off gear, weight class strategy in grappling, and why bigger isn’t always better.They also dive into sponsorship myths, the financial realities of turning pro, and why having a backup plan matters more than ever.As always — unfiltered, honest, and a little chaotic.- Would you own a monkey? The wild documentary stories and internet conspiracies- Liver King’s steroid admission and the problem with clout-chasing fitness influencersOrgan meats, mountain oysters, and the weird foods bodybuilders try- Appendix surgery, stem cells, colonoscopies & modern medicine vs. primitive surgery- Competing again after 13 years: cutting weight vs. walking around ready for IBJJF weigh-ins- Why both hosts downsized after bodybuilding — and how lighter feels better- The identity crisis athletes face when they’re no longer at their peak- Genetic ceilings, diminishing returns, and why some bodies tolerate size better than others- The dangerous trend of teenagers running heavy cycles too early- Fertility struggles after coming off testosterone — the reality no one talks about- Health trade-offs in competitive bodybuilding and paying for it later in life- Why most pro bodybuilders don’t actually make money competing- Sponsorship myths: what you really bring to the table- Why every athlete needs a backup plan and multiple income streams- Bodybuilding as a healthy lifestyle vs. bodybuilding as an extreme sport
22 Dec 2025
#33 Appendix Scares, Holiday Survival, and Unfiltered Christmas Debates
Tyler & Eli kick things off with a real-life curveball, an unexpected ER visit, a suspected appendix issue, and the weird “limbo” of trying to train while waiting on answers. From there, the conversation rolls straight into the holiday season: why people fall off in December, how to navigate parties without sabotaging progress, and the simple rules that actually work (including the legendary “plate pushes” method).
They also get into coaching philosophy, why giving clients tools matters more than rigid rules and finish with classic unfiltered holiday randomness: GameStop’s “trade anything” day, romance novel cover shoots, Die Hard debates, and the Christmas traditions that probably need to retire.
Highlights
A scary, unexpected illness leads to an ER trip, severe stomach pain, and an appendix/abscess situation
Training while waiting on medical answers: staying active without doing something stupid (like sparring with a bad abdomen)
Why December makes or breaks people’s fitness progress—and why signing up for coaching now can be a good sign
Holiday strategy that works: plan around the big meal instead of pretending it won’t happen
“Plate pushes”: the simplest fat-loss exercise for holiday dinners (push the second plate away)
The sneaky calorie trap of grazing all day—Chex mix, nuts, crackers, candy—without realizing it
Coaching mindset: teach people a tool set they can use for life, not just a temporary meal plan
Business coaching vs. becoming a better coach first: results and referrals beat sales tactics every time
Holiday chaos and comedy: romance novels, AI edits, and the wild stuff people will buy online
Christmas debates & traditions: best/overrated movies, favorite holiday foods, and questionable family rituals (reindeer carrots included)
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
25,189
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
17 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
16 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 37 / 100
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YouTube
76
Engagement
71
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