Mini Ep. 49: Phases of Guard

In the second episode of our three-part guard series, Matt and Steve discuss the maintenance phase, where both grapplers attempt to secure a passing or submission opportunity. Mental models discussed in this episode: Phases of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/ Types of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/types-of-guard/ Layers of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/layers-of-guard/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Kinetic Chains https://bj...

29 Huhti 20191h 11min

Introducing the first in a three-part series on the guard! This week Steve and Matt discuss the engagement phase, where first contact is made and the grip battle is fought. Mental models discussed in this episode: Phases of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Train with Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Mi...

22 Huhti 20191h 9min

Steve and Matt discuss Force Vectors and Leading Edges. These mental models are critical to maintaining your guard once you've lost the grip fight, or engagement phase. Mental models discussed in this episode: Force Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-vectors/ Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Solid Frames https://bjjmentalmodels.com/solid-frames/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.c...

15 Huhti 20191h 9min

Steve & Matt discuss Joe Peters' upcoming lawsuit against Marcus Soares. Joe is suing Marcus due to injuries sustained competing in his tournament. The results of this lawsuit could have broad ramifications to future Jiu-Jitsu tournaments. Article about the lawsuit: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/jiu-jitsu-waivers-1.5042941 Court filing: https://www.courts.gov.bc.ca/jdb-txt/sc/19/01/2019BCSC0189cor1.htm We maintain an online database of the mental models go...

8 Huhti 201940min

We've learned a lot since episode one. Steve and Matt issue some very important corrections to prior episodes. Listen and learn, this episode is 100% TRUTH. We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/

1 Huhti 201940min

Steve & Matt do a deep dive into Josh Waitzkin's book, the Art of Learning. Mental models discussed in this episode: Respect People, not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Extreme Ownership https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Flow https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/ Investin...

25 Maalis 20191h 13min

Regardless of your goals, managing mindset is one of the most important aspects of the mental game. Steve & Matt discuss what makes a healthy mindset. Mental models discussed in this episode: Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Golden Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/golden-rule/ Growth from Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Habits over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Extreme Ownership https://bjjm...

18 Maalis 20191h 13min

We all hit plateaus eventually. Steve & Matt discuss mental models for breaking through them. Mental models discussed in this episode: Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Plus, Minus, Equals https://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Train with Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Kaizen https://bjjm...

11 Maalis 20191h 10min