Ep. 24: Instructor Series: Opening a Gym
In the second episode of the instructor series, Steve and Matt discuss Matt's experience opening a gym. They cover what's involved in making the decision, the qualifications required, targeting your ...
17 Jun 20191h 11min
Ep. 23: Instructor Series: Coaching
Today marks the first of a new five-part series on BJJ Mental Models: the instructor series! We're going to cover topics relevant to instructors and gym owners. Today's topic is coaching, and we're ...
10 Jun 20191h 11min
Ep. 22: Size Discrepancies
As the old saying goes, "the bigger they are, the harder they cross-face you from side control." This week Steve and Matt discuss the perils of fighting larger opponents. Mental models discussed in ...
3 Jun 20191h 11min
Ep. 21: Surviving Bad Positions
As the saying goes, if you don't lose you'll eventually win. This week's episode discusses strategies for surviving bad positions like side control, knee on belly, mount, and back mount. Mental mode...
27 Mai 20191h 7min
Ep. 20: Longevity
They call it your Jiu-Jitsu journey for a reason. Steve and Matt explain how to stay healthy and motivated for decades. Mental models discussed in this episode: Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmen...
20 Mai 20191h 1min
Ep. 19: Injuries & Setbacks
Setbacks in your Jiu-Jitsu journey are inevitable. This week Steve and Matt discuss the strategies and mental models for dealing with setbacks, including injuries and life changes. Mental models dis...
13 Mai 20191h 8min
Ep. 18: Guard Series: Retention Phase
In the final episode of our three-part guard series, Matt and Steve discuss the retention phase, where grapplers make their final attempts to prevent a guard pass. Mental models discussed in this epi...
6 Mai 20191h 8min
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
