Ep. 279: Passing Strategies, feat. Stuart Cooper

Steve & Matt discuss best practices for gym culture, etiquette, and how to be a positive ambassador in the BJJ community. Mental models discussed in this episode: The Golden Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/golden-rule/ Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Idea Communism https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Respect Peopl...

11 Feb 20191h 7min

Steve & Matt explain how to effectively finish submissions. Mental models discussed in this episode: Choking Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/choking-mechanics/ Breaking Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/breaking-mechanics/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Rotational Control / Ratchet Effect https://bjjmentalmodels.com/rotational-control/ Overwhelming Force https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmo...

4 Feb 20191h 11min

Steve & Matt discuss the importance of dominant angles in Jiu-Jitsu, both for advancing position and shutting down your opponent. Mental models discussed in this episode: Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Minimize Attack Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/minimize-attack-vectors/ Crossing the Center https://bjjmentalmodels.com/crossing-the-center/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/We maintain an online database of the...

28 Jan 20191h 6min

Steve & Matt discuss Jiu-Jitsu mental models involving the human body. A great discussion on how to use your body as a weapon while preventing your opponent from doing the same. Mental models discussed in this episode: Anatomic Hierarchy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/anatomic-hierarchy/ Overwhelming Force https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ ...

21 Jan 20191h 10min

Steve and Matt explore the three core mechanics of Jiu-Jitsu: Frames, Levers, and Wedges. All techniques in Jiu-Jitsu can be defined in terms of these mechanics. Frames: Creating solid structures with the strong parts of your body, such as your elbows and knees. You use these frames to create obstacles for your opponent and control the distance. Levers: Latching onto an opponent's limb and manipulating it for leverage. Submissions are generally applied against a lever. We...

14 Jan 20191h 3min

This is our first episode! Matt and Steve dig into Alignment, the unified theory of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as described by Rob Biernacki from Island Top Team. ⚠️ NEW course from BJJ Mental Models! MINDSET FOR BETAS, our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta

8 Jan 20191h 9min