Ep. 360: The Perfect Training Camp, feat. Josh McKinney
This week, we're joined again by Josh McKinney! In this episode, Josh explains how to structure the perfect Jiu-Jitsu competition camp. Topics include: offense vs. defense days, performance days, inte...
20 Loka 202559min
Mini Ep. 76: Knee Line
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the concept of the knee line: an imaginary line connecting your two knees. When the two points of this line combine with your groin, these three points create a...
16 Loka 202514min
Ep. 359: Old Bastard Closed Guard, feat. Mike Mahaffey & Jesse Walker
This week, we're joined by Mike Mahaffey (Old Bastard BJJ) and Jesse Walker (Rough Hands BJJ)! Mike and Jesse explain the "old bastard" style of closed guard: a way to play the position without relyin...
13 Loka 202552min
Mini Ep. 75: Curse of Knowledge
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the curse of knowledge: a cognitive bias explaining why it's hard for experts to relate to beginners. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FR...
9 Loka 20253min
Ep. 358: Please Tap, feat. Rob Biernacki
In this episode, Rob Biernacki confronts a growing trend of competitors refusing to tap and taking serious injuries at low-level tournaments. Rob argues that reckless "tough-guy" behavior, poor finish...
6 Loka 202552min
Mini Ep 74: Center of Gravity
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss center of gravity: your body's "tipping point" of balance. Your center of gravity is around 56% of the way up your body (around your pelvis) when standing uprig...
2 Loka 20255min
Ep. 357: The Truth About Burnout, feat. Jeff Shaw
This week, we're joined again by Jeff Shaw from Bellingham BJJ! In this episode, Jeff talks about the causes and cures for burnout in Jiu-Jitsu. Topics include: plateaus, the “blue belt blues,” the un...
29 Syys 202557min
Mini Ep. 73: Tipping Points
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss tipping points: the idea that once you have sufficient leverage or momentum, your desired outcome can no longer be denied. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio cou...
25 Syys 20255min
