Mini Ep. 78: Last Mile Problem
In this week's mini-episode, we introduce the last mile problem, which explains why it gets harder to achieve our goals as we near the end (or "last mile"). The last mile problem is commonly caused by...
30 Okt 202511min
Ep. 361: Submission Series: The Kimura, feat. Stephan Kesting
This week, we're joined by Stephan Kesting! In this episode, Stephan teaches the Kimura as both a submission and a positional system: its ancient origins, key positional variations, and how it functio...
27 Okt 202558min
Mini Ep. 77: Types of Guard
In this week's mini-episode, we introduce the four types of guard: hook, clamp, frame, and hybrid. Every guard in Jiu-Jitsu can be classified into one of these types. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio...
23 Okt 20257min
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 Okt 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 Okt 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 Okt 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 Okt 20253min
