BJJ Mental Models

Steve & Matt discuss the importance of mindfulness and self-awareness.  One of the quickest ways to make a rapid improvement to your game is to develop awareness of your mind and body. Mental models discussed in this episode: Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stay...

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/s...

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/ Overwhel...

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 Con...

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/l...

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...

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.