Ep. 17: Guard Series: Maintenance Phase
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...
29 Apr 20191h 11min
Ep. 16: Guard Series: Engagement Phase
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 i...
22 Apr 20191h 8min
Ep. 15: Force Vectors & Leading Edges
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 th...
15 Apr 20191h 8min
Ep. 14: Joe Peters v Marcus Soares
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 ramif...
8 Apr 201940min
Ep. 13: Some corrections...
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 me...
1 Apr 201940min
Ep. 12: The Art of Learning
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-posit...
25 Mar 20191h 12min
Ep. 11: Mindset
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-C...
18 Mar 20191h 12min
Ep. 10: Overcoming Plateaus
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/ ...
11 Mar 20191h 9min
