No BS - No Gimmicks

Coach Ray Cossio MS, CSCS

Jiu Jitsu
Coach
Coach Ray

No gimmicks. No fluff. Just a proven 12-week program built for BJJ athletes who want to get stronger, faster, and more explosive—without burning out on the mats.

This program is designed to: -Build real, functional strength that translates directly to grappling. -Increase speed, power, and conditioning while keeping recovery in mind. -Fit seamlessly alongside your jiu jitsu training—so you can lift smarter, not harder.

I focus only on high-value exercises and training methods that deliver the most results in the least time. Whether you want to peak for competition in 12 weeks or run it year-round in cycles, this program adapts to your goals.

Simple and Effective. If you’re serious about taking your jiu jitsu performance to the next level, this is your edge.

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Power and Explosivness
We move weight fast and jump high to make those take downs and submissions fast and powerful.
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Don't sacrifice your skill development.
This program is not here to beat you down, it's here to enhance your game.
Features
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Programming 5 days per week
5 days programmed per week, 2 strength days, 2 conditioning days, and 1 speed day.
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Exercise Video Guidance
Instructional videos to guide your practice and make execution easy
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Delivered through TrainHeroic
Train Heroic truly offers the best experience for athletes. Track your progress, see how you stack up, and message me directly if you questions.
Equipment
Required
Barbell and Rack // DBs and KBs // Plyo Boxes
Recommended
Cardio Machines (Row, Ski, Bike)
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Sample Week
Week 1 of 12-week program
Sunday
Lower Body Max Effort

A

Sumo Deadlift

4 x 3

B

Box Jump

1 x 10

C

DB Walking Lunges (Coach Ray)

3 x 12

D

Copenhagen Plank

3 x 1 @ 0:30

E

Superman Hold

1 x 3 @ 1:00

Monday
Short Intervals

A

Cardio

6 x 1:00 @ 7

Tuesday
Upper Body Max Effort

A1

Bench Press

4 x 3

A2

ankle pops

5 x 1 @ 0:30

B

1-Arm DB Row

3 x 5

C

Is, Ys, Ts

3 x 8

D

Suitcase Hold

3 x 0:30

Wednesday
Zone 2

A

Cardio

1 x 20:00

Thursday
Dynamic Lower & Upper

A

Speed Sumo Deadlift

5 x 5 @ 45 %

B

Speed Bench Press

5 x 5 @ 45 %

C

Prone Machine Hamstring Curl

3 x 12

D

Single Arm Cable Row

3 x 12

E

KB Russian Twist

3 x 0:30

Coach
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I bring over 10 years of experience in human performance, working across both the private and government sectors. The programs you’ll find here have been refined over the past 5 years with real clients and teams, tested and proven in the field.

The Proof
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BJJ Athlete

Verified Athlete

"Ever since I started working with Ray and doing his BJJ strength and conditioning program, the results have been incredible. Combined with the skills I’m developing at Black Sheep (EPTX), my overall strength, endurance, and explosiveness have reached a new level."

No BS - No Gimmicks