Episodes

3d ago

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the certainty heuristic: the natural human tendency to prefer answers that offer a simple, easy solution... even if that solution is wrong. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels ⚠️ 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

6d ago

This week, we're joined by Thomas and Phillip Barreiro! They're both Division 1 wrestlers and multi-time Canadian national champions, plus the operators of Good Mind Grappling: an organization using wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu to address youth trauma. In this episode, Thomas and Phillip break down their "lazy wrestling" framework. They explain how effective stand-up grappling doesn’t require explosiveness, but instead relies on frames, hand fighting, pressure, and positional control. This episode reframes wrestling for Jiu-Jitsu athletes seeking safer, more sustainable ways to stay on top and dictate the match. Support Good Mind Grappling: https://goodmindgrappling.com Follow Good Mind Grappling on social: https://facebook.com/goodmindgrappling https://instagram.com/goodmindgrappling Join the Lazy Wrestling mailing list: https://lazywrestling.com Mental models discussed in this episode: Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position Opening Salvos https://bjjmentalmodels.com/opening-salvos Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com ⚠️ 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

Dec 11

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the importance of probabilistic thinking: viewing Jiu-Jitsu as a game of probabilities where your goal is to create (and maintain) the greatest possible chance of success. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels ⚠️ 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

Dec 8

This week, we're joined by Jesse Phillips! Jesse is a BJJ black belt under Brian Johnson and the head coach at Gentle Giant Jiu-Jitsu. In this episode, Jesse explores burnout in martial arts and real life, often caused by the crushing weight of personal expectations that we place upon ourselves. Follow Jesse on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gentlegiantjiujitsu Train with Jesse at Gentle Giant Jiu-Jitsu in Seattle, WA: https://www.gg-jj.com Mental models discussed in this episode: Survivorship Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition Compartmentalization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compartmentalization Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com ⚠️ 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

Dec 4

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the idea of learning modalities. The old concept of "learning styles" has been debunked; here's what we use instead. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels ⚠️ 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

Dec 4

In this episode of State of the Meta, Marcelo Garcia vs Lachlan Giles takes center stage as Drew breaks down ONE Fight Night 38’s generational clash. He explores each legend’s style, career arc, and signature weapons (from Marcelo’s pressure, wrestle-ups, and guillotines to Giles’ K-guard leg-lock traps), while examining age narratives, meta trends, and realistic paths to victory for both icons. This free bonus episode is from Drew Foster's excellent State of the Meta podcast, exclusively available on BJJ Mental Models Premium ! Watch Marcelo Garcia vs Lachlan Giles on ONE Fight Night 38: https://www.onefc.com/events/onefightnight38 Resources discussed in this episode: Longform Marcelo Garcia game breakdown: https://youtu.be/GzLx2PgI9zw Marcelo Garcia comeback match: https://youtu.be/jPQdaNkx3ps Lachlan Giles' famous ADCC run: https://youtu.be/KoPxgjLbJmA Lachlan Giles breaking down Marcelo Garcia passing: https://youtu.be/bbjdRwWiQgk Lachlan Giles highlights: https://youtu.be/o_qsoJeroNg Marcelo Garcia highlights: https://youtu.be/PkgR767YgFk Need more Drew Foster? Follow Drew Foster on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewdarce Listen to Drew on The Neon Belly Podcast: https://theneonbelly.buzzsprout.com/ Check out Drew's contributions on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Darce_Knight/ Get Drew's instructionals: http://darcedynamics.com/ ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels ⚠️ 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

Dec 1

This week, we're joined by BJJ and Judo black belt, Dr. Chris Round! Chris is the Executive Director at Martial Arts for Social Transformation, Equity, and Rights (MASTERs). In this episode, Chris explains the helpful gripfighting scorecard from his Tactical Grip Fighting system. Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chris__circle Learn about Martial Arts for Social Transformation, Equity, and Rights (MASTERs): https://www.martialartsforsocialgood.org Get Chris' instructional, Tactical Grip Fighting: https://tacticalgripfighting.com Mental models discussed in this episode: Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics Goodhart’s Law https://bjjmentalmodels.com/goodharts-law Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles Kinetic Chains https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains Countergripping https://bjjmentalmodels.com/countergripping Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control Crossing the Center https://bjjmentalmodels.com/crossing-the-center ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com ⚠️ 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

Nov 27

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the importance of defending with purpose: making sure that when you defend, you do so with the intent of advancing position, not just surviving the attack. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels ⚠️ 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

Nov 24

This week, we're joined again by Chris Wojcik! In this episode, Chris explores the tension between digital and real-world Jiu-Jitsu learning. Topics include: the limits of instructionals, the value of in-person training, communication challenges in teaching, and how grapplers can balance study with mat time. Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrismwojcik Get Chris' instructionals on BJJ Fanatics: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/instructional-videos/fighter_chris-wojcik Subscribe to The Grappler's Diary on Substack: https://thegrapplersdiary.substack.com Buy Chris' book, A Grappler's Diary: https://amazon.com/dp/B0DS1J794V Mental models discussed in this episode: Ecological Dynamics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques Open Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/open-knowledge Learning Modalities https://bjjmentalmodels.com/learning-modalities Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission Analysis Paralysis https://bjjmentalmodels.com/analysis-paralysis Intention https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention You Are What You Train https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com ⚠️ 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

Nov 20

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the importance of respecting your opponent: not only for moral reasons, but because it leads to better grappling outcomes. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels ⚠️ 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

Nov 17

This week, we're joined by 10th Planet standout Keith Krikorian! In this episode, Keith shares his thoughts on mental health, community, and staying grounded in an increasingly chaotic world. Keith shares how Jiu-Jitsu builds confidence, connection, and emotional resilience, why the sport attracts so many unique personalities, and how gratitude transformed both his mindset and his game. Follow Keith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithkrikorian Mental models discussed in this episode: Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort Compartmentalization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compartmentalization Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com ⚠️ 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

Nov 13

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the race to the bottom: a pricing phenomenon where we drive prices so low that they become unsustainable. This concept is critical to understand for any Jiu-Jitsu business. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels ⚠️ 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

Nov 10

This week, we're joined by Mat Made founder Kenny Kim! In this episode, Kenny discusses how to build deeper connections and stronger communities through Jiu-Jitsu. Topics include: creating lasting engagement at gyms, growing authentic online followings, using storytelling to inspire others, overcoming imposter syndrome, building consistency, and leading with purpose. Follow Kenny on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennykimbjj The Jiu-Jitsu Millionaire, by Kenny Kim: https://a.co/d/fZghu0a Mat Made (book), by Kenny Kim: https://amazon.com/dp/B09231HG4R Mat Made show & gym finder: https://matmade.com Train at Kenny Kim BJJ in Marietta, GA: https://kennykimbjj.com Resources discussed in this episode: The Influence Continuum: https://freedomofmind.com/cult-mind-control/influence-continuum Mental models discussed in this episode: Continuum of Motivation https://bjjmentalmodels.com/continuum-of-motivation Inertia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inertia Impostor Syndrome https://bjjmentalmodels.com/impostor-syndrome Timeframe Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/timeframe-paradox Third Place https://bjjmentalmodels.com/third-place Permission Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/permission-paradox Advice Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/advice-paradox Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com ⚠️ 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

Nov 6

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss how the torso and levers become points of control. With torso control, we clamp or hook onto our opponent's torso so we can hold them in position or rotate around them. With lever control, we use our opponent's arms, legs, and/or head to create leverage. Attacking a single lever usually affords more force, whereas attacking multiple levers simultaneously usually affords more control. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com ⚠️ 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

Nov 3

This week, we're joined again by "Silver Fox" Karel Pravec! In this episode, Karel explores one of Jiu-Jitsu's most underrated submissions: the omoplata. Karel explains why the omoplata is so effective as both a sweep and control position, how to chain between parallel and perpendicular omoplatas, and why it excels against bigger opponents. Follow Karel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silverfoxbjj Get Karel's instructionals on BJJ Fanatics: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/karel-pravec Train with Karel at Silver Fox BJJ in New Jersey: https://silverfoxbjj.com Learn online with Karel on the Silver Fox BJJ app: https://silverfoxbjjglobal.com Resources discussed in this episode: Omoplata Attacks https://youtu.be/9cRPcxZXIKo Omoplata Set Up & Finishing Details https://youtu.be/1nTYmH6NmP0 Understanding The Split Guard https://youtu.be/gWtdq9txY_g Omoplata to MangleDome https://youtu.be/lumzFvUtRMM Mental models discussed in this episode: Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social ⚠️ 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

Oct 30

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 complexity, complacency, consistency, or confidence. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com ⚠️ 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

Oct 27

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 functions as a control framework rather than just a finishing move. Topics include finishing mechanics, leverage physics, the "fat old lazy man" Kimura, and Kesting’s new instructional, The Kimura Roadmap. Follow Stephan Kesting on Instagram: https://instagram.com/stephan_kesting Learn online with Stephan at Grapplearts: https://grapplearts.com Resources discussed in this episode: The Kimura Roadmap, by Stephan Kesting https://grapplearts.com/kimura The Near Side Kimura, A Forgotten Position https://youtu.be/62oLRT_Sar4 The Lazy, Old, Fat Man Kimura https://youtu.be/29JtQffs-yA Submission as Position, feat. Rob Biernacki https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/products/submission-as-position-feat-rob-biernacki The Phil Davis Kimura, AKA the "Phil-Mura" https://youtu.be/LuM13SpQIho Mental models discussed in this episode: Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission Terminal Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/terminal-positions Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses Dilemma https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma 3 Joint Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule Ratchet Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ratchet-control Torque https://bjjmentalmodels.com/torque Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels ⚠️ 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

Oct 23

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 course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com ⚠️ 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

Oct 20

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, intensity vs. recovery, overtraining, saying no to unsafe rolls, and advice for non-competitors. Follow Josh McKinney on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoshmckinney Train with Josh at HeadNod HQ in Granite City, IL: https://headnodhq.com Check out Josh on the I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu Show: https://youtube.com/@isuckatjiujitsu Get Josh's ebook, The Competitor's Journey: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/comp Join BJJMM Premium and get direct online coaching from Josh: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/coaching Mental models discussed in this episode: Deliberate Practice https://bjjmentalmodels.com/deliberate-practice Defense Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defense-paradox Plus, Minus, Equals https://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room Training Handicaps https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery Parkinson's Law https://bjjmentalmodels.com/parkinsons-law Planning Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/planning-paradox Last Mile Problem https://bjjmentalmodels.com/last-mile-problem ⬆️ LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium! The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: https://bjjmentalmodels.com Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter Learn more mental models in our online database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database Follow us on social: https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels Music by Enterprize: ⚠️ 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

Oct 16

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 triangle. That triangle is the basis for how we use our legs to clamp or wedge our opponent in place. To clamp or wedge their body part in place with your knees, it should be inside your knee+knee+groin triangle. To prevent them from doing the same to you, your body part should be outside their knee+knee+groin triangle. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 13

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 relying on strength, speed, or athleticism. Follow Mike Mahaffey: https://instagram.com/oldbastardbjj https://threads.com/@oldbastardbjj Follow Jesse Walker: https://instagram.com/roughhandsbjj Train with Jesse Walker at Rough Hands BJJ in Louisville, KY: https://roughhandsbjj.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: 100 men vs. 1 gorilla: Jesse Walker on CNN https://redd.it/1kdahgj BJJ Mental Models Ep. 191: Old Bastard Jiu-Jitsu, feat. Mike Mahaffey https://bjj.plus/191 Old Bastard Jiu-Jitsu audio course from BJJMM https://bjj.plus/oldbastardbjj Mental models discussed in this episode: Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment Types of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/types-of-guard/ Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/ Static vs. Dynamic Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/ Kinetic Chains https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains/ Paradox of Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/paradox-of-control/ Knee Line https://bjjmentalmodels.com/knee-line/ Pattern Interrupts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/ Placeholders https://bjjmentalmodels.com/placeholders/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ http ⚠️ 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

Oct 9

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, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 6

In this episode, Rob Biernacki confronts a growing trend of competitors refusing to tap and taking serious injuries at low-level tournaments. Rob argues that reckless "tough-guy" behavior, poor finishing mechanics, and bad coaching culture are fueling unnecessary damage for hobbyists. Rob calls for smarter, safer training values, reminding athletes that protecting longevity matters more than risking ligaments for a $5 medal. Follow Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/islandtopteam Train with Rob at Island Top Team in Nanaimo, BC, Canada: https://islandtopteam.com/ Learn from Rob online at BJJ Concepts: https://bjjconcepts.net/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Defend With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defend-with-purpose/ Constant and Variable Tension https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constant-and-variable-tension/ Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 2

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss center of gravity: your body's "tipping point" of balance. Your center of gravity is around 56% of the way up your body (around your pelvis) when standing upright, but moves as your body moves. Understanding your center of gravity is key to preventing it from being used against you. With practice, your center of gravity can even be a weapon. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 29

This week, we're joined again by Jeff Shaw from Bellingham BJJ! In this episode, Jeff talks about the causes and cures for burnout in Jiu-Jitsu. Topics include: plateaus, the “blue belt blues,” the unique pressures faced by instructors and gym owners, keeping training sustainable, protecting consistency, staying playful, reframing expectations, and redefining what Jiu-Jitsu should mean for your life over the long term. Follow Jeff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bellinghambjj Train with Jeff at Bellingham BJJ: https://bellinghambjj.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Reframing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/reframing/ Keep /Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Training Handicaps https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/ Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Zone of Genius https://bjjmentalmodels.com/zone-of-genius/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 25

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss tipping points: the idea that once you have sufficient leverage or momentum, your desired outcome can no longer be denied. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 22

This week, we're joined by Dr. Jen Case! Jen is a 13x IBJJF masters world champion, BJJ black belt under Renato Tavares, coach at Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy, and PhD in Human Nutrition & Performance. In this episode, Jen covers the risks of Jiu-Jitsu competition and how it can be made safer. Follow Jen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjenjitsu/ Jen's website: https://drjencase.com/ Train with Jen at Charlotte Jiu-Jitsu Academy in North Carolina: https://charlotte-bjj.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Normalization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/normalization/ Gamification https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/ Open Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/open-knowledge/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 18

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss what makes solid frames: relying on bone structure, and minimizing the joints involved. We explain the difference between short-range and long-range frames, and when to use them. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 15

This week, we're joined by Corey Guitard from 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Calgary! In this episode, Corey explains how tape study in Jiu-Jitsu (such as video feedback and instructionals) builds structured, efficient learning. Follow Corey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/10thplanetcalgary Train with Corey at 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu in Calgary: https://10thplanetcalgary.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Invariants https://bjjmentalmodels.com/invariants/ Learning Modalities https://bjjmentalmodels.com/learning-modalities/ Compartmentalization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compartmentalization/ Diminishing Returns https://bjjmentalmodels.com/diminishing-returns/ Zone of Genius https://bjjmentalmodels.com/zone-of-genius/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 11

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss Priit's 45° Rule, a helpful tip for surviving (and escaping) bad positions. The "rule" tells us: When your legs have been neutralized (ie. guard is passed), get your shoulders at 45 degrees relative to the floor. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 8

This week, we're joined by Thomas Rozdzynski from RŌL Academy! In this episode, Thomas discusses how students’ Jiu-Jitsu goals evolve over time, the importance of coach–student communication, and balancing fun with measurable progress for long-term success. Follow Thomas on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rozdzynskibjj Train with Thomas at RŌL Academy in Orland Park: https://www.rolacademy.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Compatible Intent https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compatible-intent/ Process Over Outcomes https://bjjmentalmodels.com/process-over-outcomes/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 4

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss Hick's Law, a powerful psychology and design concept that explains how the availability of more options increases our decision-making time. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 1

In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Kristi Charish and Dr. Christle Guevarra for a deep dive into fitness and nutrition myths in Jiu-Jitsu! Kristi & Christle explore how bad information spreads, the role of genetics in performance, and why aspiring athletes often fail when trying to do everything at once. They break down key misconceptions around supplements, weight cutting, and performance-enhancing drugs, while also addressing sensitive but crucial topics like Ozempic, hormone therapy, and perimenopause. Follow Dr. Kristi Charish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charishkristi Hire Kristi for science mythbusting & join her newsletter: https://kristicharish.com/ Get Kristi's sci-fi/fantasy novels from Penguin Random House and Simon & Schuster: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00LMTI34I/allbooks Follow Dr. Christle Guevarra on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.christle Build muscle with Christle at RP Strength: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfQgsKhHjSyRLOp9mnffqVg Get Christle's new book, Bodybuilding Anatomy, from Human Kinetics: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0DJMWMV4C/allbooks Mental models discussed in this episode: Survivorship Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/ Certainty Heuristic https://bjjmentalmodels.com/certainty-heuristic/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 28

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss consistency as a concept, and explain how it acts as the basis for building good habits, achieving compound gains, and creating luck. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 26

In this bonus episode, Rob Biernacki talks pedagogy! We discuss his updated pedagogy module on BJJ Concepts, the evolving landscape of Jiu-Jitsu instruction, balancing concepts with techniques, evidence versus anecdote, emotional dysregulation in students, and the role of community in gym culture. Rob also shares news on his upcoming retirement from full-time teaching at Island Top Team, the winding down of his visiting student program, and his plans for future teaching through visiting instructor initiatives and Jiu-Jitsu camps. Sep. 5-7, 2025: Check out Rob's upcoming camp in Invermere, BC! https://www.tickettailor.com/events/invybjj/1804016 Follow Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/islandtopteam Train with Rob at Island Top Team in Nanaimo, BC: https://islandtopteam.com/ Learn online with Rob at BJJ Concepts: https://bjjconcepts.net/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Survivorship Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/ Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 25

This week we're joined by Niamh Bryn, owner of Snowblind BJJ in Seattle! In this episode, Niamh explores the versatility and depth of the arm drag, and why it's more than just a beginner move. We explain its role as an opening salvo to create reactions, off-balances, and angles rather than an all-or-nothing attempt at taking the back. Follow Snowblind BJJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/snowblind_bjj Train with Niamh at Snowblind BJJ: https://snowblindbjj.net/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Static vs. Dynamic Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/ Crossing the Center https://bjjmentalmodels.com/crossing-the-center/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Opening Salvos https://bjjmentalmodels.com/opening-salvos/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Direct vs. Proxy Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/direct-vs-proxy-control/ Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 21

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss defensive thinking, the tendency to excuse poor performance before it even happens. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 18

This week, we're joined again by “Doctor Kickass” Mike Piekarski: physiotherapist, BJJ black belt, online course creator, and instructor! In this episode, Mike discusses injury mitigation, or “prehab,” for grapplers. We explore how injuries commonly occur in Jiu-Jitsu through joint locks, scrambles, takedowns, and ego-driven decisions, and emphasize the importance of situational awareness, tapping culture, and coach-led environments that normalize safety. Follow Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor_kickass Get Mike's Kinstretch courses: https://linktr.ee/doctor_kickass Mental models discussed in this episode: Static vs. Dynamic Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/ Compatible Intent https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compatible-intent/ Normalization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/normalization/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 14

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss loss aversion, the human tendency to fear losses more than we desire equivalent gains. While avoiding losses is rational, excessive fear of loss can hold us back from our biggest growth opportunities. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 11

In this episode, Brianna Ste-Marie talks about the front headlock: its offensive power, common pitfalls like “bloodlust,” strategic uses for control and distraction, and key differences between gi and no-gi. Follow Brianna on social: https://www.instagram.com/briannasm Mental models discussed in this episode: Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Trading Up https://bjjmentalmodels.com/trading-up/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Head Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/head-position/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 7

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the idea of an abundance mindset, where we view success as something we can mutually achieve. The abundance mindset contrasts with a scarcity mindset, which sees success as a zero-sum game. This mini-episode explains why the abundance mindset can counterintuitively improve your Jiu-Jitsu over the long term, even though sport competition is usually zero-sum. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 4

In this episode, we welcome back world champion Edwin “Junny” Ocasio for a deeply introspective conversation about the mental challenges of high-level competition. Junny shares how achieving his lifelong dream of winning a world title unexpectedly led to a period of depression and self-doubt, revealing the emotional complexity that comes with success. Follow Junny on social: https://www.instagram.com/junny_bjj https://www.tiktok.com/@junnybjj https://www.youtube.com/c/junnyocasio Train with Junny at Unity Jiu-Jitsu: https://unityjiujitsu.com/ Get Junny's instructionals: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/instructional-videos/fighter_junny-ocasio https://submeta.io/@junnyocasio Mental models discussed in this episode: Loss Aversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/loss-aversion/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Process Over Outcomes https://bjjmentalmodels.com/process-over-outcomes/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Compounding https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compounding/ Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 31

In this week's mini-episode we discuss process over outcomes, a mental model we've also referred to as habits over results. This concept teaches us to balance long-term goals with the short-term habits needed to achieve them. We discuss how building habits motivates us by creating consistent "wins," how quick feedback enables us to pivot early, and when "trust the process" can become bad advice. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 28

In this episode, Steve Kwan welcomes back Francesco Fonte for an in-depth exploration of what Francesco calls the “timeline of coaching:” For coaches: INFO → SKILLS → GAMES For athletes: GAMES → SKILLS → INFO Francesco explains how effective Jiu-Jitsu instruction should reverse the traditional info-dump model: instead of starting with detailed techniques, coaches should design games that develop essential skills, which only later become associated with specific concepts and information. Follow Francesco on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/francescofonte76 Resources discussed in this episode: Francesco's “timeline of coaching” Instagram post https://www.instagram.com/p/DLubCRqtpd3 Mental models discussed in this episode: Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ The Map Is Not the Territory https://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Analysis Paralysis https://bjjmentalmodels.com/analysis-paralysis/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Compartmentalization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compartmentalization/ Diminishing Returns https://bjjmentalmodels.com/diminishing-returns/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 24

In this week's mini-episode we discuss resulting, a logical fallacy where we incorrectly assume that the quality of our decisions are directly related to the quality of our results. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 21

In this episode of BJJ Mental Models, Steve Kwan is joined by Laurien Zurhake to explore how trauma-informed coaching can transform Jiu-Jitsu into a safer, more inclusive, and more effective training environment. Laurien, co-founder of Off the Zone, shares her ABC Playbook for Mental Health (Anticipate, Bring Them Back, and Course Correct), a practical framework for coaches to support students through mental health challenges. Follow Laurien and Off the Zone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/off_the_zone Work with Laurien @ Off the Zone: https://www.off-the-zone.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: Off the Zone's Mental First Aid ABC Protocol https://www.off-the-zone.com/68538 Mental models discussed in this episode: Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Compatible Intent https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compatible-intent/ Gamification https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/ Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Pattern Interrupts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 17

In this week's mini-episode we discuss self-competition. You've probably heard the phrase, "comparison is the thief of joy." Self-comparison is a problem we all face, and self-competition is a helpful mental model for working with this problem. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Resources discussed in this episode: How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Other People - Eyepatch Wolf https://youtu.be/wL93C0lm0nQ?t=126s Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 14

In this episode, Steve Kwan is joined by Rosie Miller to explore the concept of the “tryhard hobbyist” in Jiu-Jitsu: someone who trains seriously and with intention, even if they don’t pursue the sport professionally. Rosie, a brown belt out of Atos HQ and founder of The Grappler’s Lab, shares her journey of evolving goals, identity, and self-worth within the sport. Together, they discuss the emotional and mental challenges hobbyists face, including impostor syndrome, burnout, risk management, and the struggle to balance ambition with sustainability. Rosie offers a values-based framework to help practitioners define their goals, align training with life priorities, and find long-term fulfillment in Jiu-Jitsu, regardless of competitive aspirations. Follow Rosie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosierollz Work with Rosie @ The Grappler's Lab: https://www.thegrapplerslab.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Cognitive Dissonance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-dissonance/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Reframing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/reframing/ Flow https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/ Impostor Syndrome https://bjjmentalmodels.com/impostor-syndrome/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 10

In this week's mini-episode we discuss the Red Queen effect, a hypothesis based on a quote from Alice in Wonderland that is oddly applicable to science and Jiu-Jitsu! It teaches us that sometimes we need to keep moving just to maintain our position. The Red Queen effect helps explain why we don't feel like we're getting better at Jiu-Jitsu when we compare ourselves to our training partners. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 7

In this episode, Steve Kwan talks with elite competitor Elisabeth Clay about returning to Jiu-Jitsu after major life changes like pregnancy and injury. Clay shares her personal journey of Jiu-Jitsu and pregnancy, staying mentally engaged during time off, and the challenges of regaining physical performance post-layoff. Elisabeth also discusses the importance of staying immersed in the gym culture when not actively training, how community can combat isolation and depression, and navigating the Jiu-Jitsu world as a new mom. Follow Elisabeth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisabethclaybjj Mental models discussed in this episode: Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Reframing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/reframing/ Compatible Intent https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compatible-intent/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Analysis Paralysis https://bjjmentalmodels.com/analysis-paralysis/ Normalization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/normalization/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 3

In this week's mini-episode we discuss the concept of systematic abandonment, a mental model co-opted from business strategists like Peter Drucker and Michael Porter. Systematic abandonment teaches us to periodically review and discard habits that are no longer useful, because deciding what not to do is often just as (if not more) important than deciding what to do. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 30

In this episode of BJJ Mental Models, Steve Kwan is joined by Jake O’Driscoll from Essence BJJ in Perth for an in-depth discussion on the straight foot lock game. Jake explains his unique finishing mechanics, how his method differs from the popular “Woj Lock,” and how he uses straight foot locks not just for submissions but to control, off-balance, and transition to dominant positions like the back or mount. He emphasizes the importance of using 50/50 as a dynamic, offensive platform rather than a stalling position and shares insights on controlling all three leg joints for effective submissions. Jake also offers coaching advice, training concepts, and resources for grapplers looking to master the modern leg lock meta. Follow Jake on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeod_essencebjj Train with Jake at Essence BJJ in Perth: https://essencebjj.com.au/ Learn online from Jake via his Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=112559996 Mental models discussed in this episode: 3 Joint Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule/ Direct vs. Proxy Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/direct-vs-proxy-control/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Dilemma https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/ Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Defense Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defense-paradox/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 25

In this week's mini-episode we discuss the concept of flow, a mental model for peak performance first proposed in 1975 by the psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Resources mentioned in this episode: Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience, by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi https://www.harpercollins.com/products/flow-mihaly-csikszentmihalyi Mini Ep. 57: The Map Is Not the Territory https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/17285192-mini-ep-57-the-map-is-not-the-territory Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 23

In this episode, we're joined once again by Giles Garcia, head coach of Ronin Grappling in Glasgow, to tackle the complex topic of living your values in Jiu-Jitsu. Giles explores the challenges coaches and students face when trying to uphold personal and gym-wide values, especially in situations involving discrimination, safety, and accountability. Giles shares candid experiences from his own gym, emphasizing the importance of fostering a culture rooted in inclusion, respect, and trust. Giles dives into how values must be enforced consistently, even when it’s uncomfortable or financially inconvenient, and how both coaches and students have the power—and responsibility—to speak up when those values are threatened. Follow Giles on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/el_guanche Train with Giles at Ronin Grappling in Glasgow: https://roningrappling.com/ Learn online with Giles at BJJ Codex: https://www.bjjcodex.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Normalization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/normalization/ First Principles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/first-principles/ The Golden Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/golden-rule/ Precommitments https://bjjmentalmodels.com/precommitments/ Paradox of Tolerance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/paradox-of-tolerance/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 19

In this week's mini-episode we discuss growth mindsets, a mental model popularized by Carol Dweck in her hit 2006 book, "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success." Growth mindsets are defined by belief in our ability to improve, as opposed to fixed mindsets, which assume our attributes can't be changed. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Resources mentioned in this episode: Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, by Dr. Carol Dweck https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/44330/mindset-by-carol-s-dweck-phd/ Mini Ep. 57: The Map Is Not the Territory https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/17285192-mini-ep-57-the-map-is-not-the-territory Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 16

In this episode, Steve sits down with Cody Maltais, head coach at Elevate MMA in Durham, North Carolina, to explore the art of developing coaches in Jiu-Jitsu. Cody shares his journey from Marine Corps veteran to academy leader and emphasizes the importance of fostering a collaborative, student-centered culture. He advocates for empowering students at all levels to take on coaching roles early, encouraging experimentation, mistake-making, and personal expression. Follow Cody on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codymaltais_ Train with Cody and Drew at Elevate MMA: https://elevatemmaacademy.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Self-Organizaton https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-organization/ Teach to Learn https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/ Intention https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention/ Windows of Opportunity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/windows-of-opportunity/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Normalization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/normalization/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 12

In this week's mini-episode we discuss the 80/20 rule, a mental model that's well-known, but misunderstood and overapplied. The 80/20 rule refers to an uneven distribution where the majority of results are produced by a minority of efforts. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Resources mentioned in this episode: Mini Ep. 57: The Map Is Not the Territory https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/17285192-mini-ep-57-the-map-is-not-the-territory Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 9

In this episode, we're joined by Francesco Fonte, MMA and Jiu-Jitsu head coach from Sportschule Next Level in Germany! Francesco explores the idea of Jiu-Jitsu as a team sport. He explains how fostering a relaxed, playful training environment not only builds community but also accelerates learning by encouraging experimentation and removing the fear of mistakes. Drawing on his experiences organizing camps and running a diverse gym, Francesco highlights the value of humor, inside jokes, and a “third place” culture where people feel at home on the mats. Together, they discuss how hobbyists and competitors alike can thrive in inclusive gyms that prioritize connection over competition. Follow Francesco on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/francescofonte76 Mental models discussed in this episode: Gamification https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Self-Competiton https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 5

In this week's mini-episode we discuss how the map is not the territory, a foundational concept for working with mental models and other abstractions. The key lesson: no "map" is a 100% accurate reflection of the territory it describes. Similarly, no Jiu-Jitsu "concept" is 100% applicable all the time...including this one! Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 2

In this episode of BJJ Mental Models, Steve Kwan welcomes back Sonia Sillan from Combat Arts Academy to explore the concept of the “awkward turtles:” the introverted, unsure, or atypical students who often feel like outsiders in Jiu-Jitsu. Sonya unpacks how gym culture, coaching priorities, and interpersonal communication affect whether these students feel welcome or alienated. Together, they discuss how creating an inclusive, empathetic training environment isn’t just good for business; it’s essential for building resilient practitioners and a healthy mat culture. This conversation offers a roadmap for coaches and students alike to rethink how they engage with the most vulnerable members of their gym. Follow Sonia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soniasillan Train with Sonia at Combat Arts Academy in Seattle: https://caaseattle.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Jita Kyoei https://bjjmentalmodels.com/jita-kyoei/ Compatible Intent https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compatible-intent/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Escalation of Commitment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/escalation-of-commitment/ The Golden Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/golden-rule/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 29

In this week's mini-episode we discuss the importance of controlled breathing when sparring. Managing your breath effectively creates a positive ripple effect in your Jiu-Jitsu performance by reducing anxiety, avoiding adrenaline dumping, and concealing your emotional state from your opponent. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Resources mentioned in this episode: Mini Ep. 55: Staying Loose https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/17206785-mini-ep-55-staying-loose Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

May 26

This week we're joined by Brennan Strimple! Brennan is the black belt head coach at RPMA (Rochester Phoenix Martial Arts). In this episode, Brennan shares his playbook for building a thriving kids' Jiu-Jitsu program, as well as leading the development of affordable kids' tournament circuits in the local community. Follow RPMA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rphxma Train at RPMA in Rochester, NY: https://rochesterjiujitsu.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Resulting Fallacy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 22

In this week's mini-episode we discuss the importance of staying loose when sparring. Being relaxed makes it easier to conserve energy, avoid being controlled, and conceal your intentions. There are times to be tense, such as when completing a throw or finishing a submission, but your "default mode" should be staying loose. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

May 19

This week we're joined by Timothy Lee Peterson! In this episode, Timothy explains why gaze tracking — or where your eyes are looking — is a surprisingly important aspect of Jiu-Jitsu. Follow Timothy on social media: https://www.instagram.com/timothyleepeterson https://www.threads.com/@timothyleepeterson Resources discussed in this episode: Free+Style: Maximize Sport and Life Performance with Four Basic Movements, by Carl Paoli https://www.amazon.com/dp/1628600209 Mental models discussed in this episode: Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Head Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/head-position/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ You Are What You Train https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train/ Teach to Learn https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 15

In this week's mini-episode we discuss controlling the distance, a key lesson in most martial arts, including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. As general advice, many instructors will coach you to close the distance when attacking and make space when defending. While this is often true, in this mini-episode we'll explore the exceptions to that rule and settle on a more general guideline for controlling the distance: find the distance where you can control them but they can't control you. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

May 12

This week we're joined again by Charles Harriott! In this episode, Charles discusses the problem of "gatekeepers" in Jiu-Jitsu, or people who try to enforce their way of thinking over others. Charles explores how gatekeeping can shut down creativity, personal development, and fun. Follow Charles on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlesharriott Charles Harriott's website: https://charlesharriott.com/ Get Charles' instructionals on BJJ Fanatics: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/dvd/fighter_charles-harriott Subscribe to Charles' YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjQfov7RyQ5fn3TLfqSmezQ Support Charles on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/charlesharriott Mental models discussed in this episode: Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Shuhari https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Ecological Dynamics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 8

In this week's mini-episode we discuss kuzushi, the Japanese concept of breaking balance! Kuzushi is critical in Judo, but it's just as important in Jiu-Jitsu — both standing and on the ground. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Resources discussed in this episode: Mini Ep. 51: Technique Chaining https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/17035097-mini-ep-51-technique-chaining Mini Ep. 52: Shifting Platforms https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/17077049-mini-ep-52-shifting-platforms Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

May 5

This week we're joined by the founders of Inverted Gear: Hillary Witt and Nelson Puentes! Three years ago, Hillary and Nelson took the Inverted Gear brand beyond Jiu-Jitsu equipment and opened a physical academy in Pennsylvania! In this episode, Hillary and Nelson share key lessons learned from their journey into academy ownership. Follow Inverted Gear on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/invertedgear Train at Inverted Gear Academy in Bethlehem, PA: https://www.invertedgearacademy.com/ Shop Inverted Gear: https://www.invertedgear.com/ Order the SWEET Moo Deng rashguard from BJJ Mental Models x Inverted Gear: http://bjjmentalmodels.com/moodeng Mental models discussed in this episode: Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ Ecological Dynamics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/ Gamification https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/ Defensive Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Survivorship Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 1

In this week's mini-episode we discuss shifting platforms, wherein you as the bottom player use continuous movement to prevent your opponent from fully establishing their base on top of you. Moving away from big, explosive escape attempts and toward smaller, continuous movement makes a huge difference in your success from bottom positions. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 28

This week we're joined again by Erin Herle! In this episode, Erin introduces the PLAY framework and explains why humor is a fundamental element of good culture and learning. Follow Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinherle/ Get Erin's new book, If You’re Not Laughing, You’re Losing: https://amzn.to/4jP5x8K Work with Erin: https://www.erinherle.com/ http://highmentalperformance.com/ Resources mentioned in this episode: Humor Styles Questionnaire, by Rod A. Martin, PhD: http://www.humorstyles.com/ If You’re Not Laughing, You’re Losing, by Erin Herle: https://amzn.to/4jP5x8K VIA Character Strengths Survey: https://www.viacharacter.org/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Defensive Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/ 10-10-10 Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/10-10-10-rule/ Survivorship Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Yes, And... https://bjjmentalmodels.com/yes-and/ Flow https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/ Reflecting "As If" https://bjjmentalmodels.com/reflecting-as-if/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 24

In this week's mini-episode we explain the importance of technique chaining, and why "Jiu-Jitsu is the space between the techniques." Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 21

This week we're joined by two BJJMM alumni: Josh Vogel and Dr. Mike Israetel! In this episode, Josh and Mike discuss the unique way they build gameplans at The Jiu-Jitsu Company. Follow Josh and Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshrvogel https://www.instagram.com/drmikeisraetel Subscribe to Josh and Mike on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thejiujitsucompany https://www.youtube.com/@RenaissancePeriodization Get Josh's instructional, 90 Day Project Based Jiu Jitsu: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/90-day-project-based-jiu-jitsu-by-josh-vogel Get ripped with Mike at RP Strength: https://rpstrength.com/ Resources mentioned in this episode: Arguing to Convince series, by Dr. Mike Israetel — YouTube https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyqKj7LwU2RufCp8SzFQy3Nb1FaHpsCLu Mental models discussed in this episode: Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Zone of Genius https://bjjmentalmodels.com/zone-of-genius/ Defend with Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defend-with-purpose/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Tokui Waza https://bjjmentalmodels.com/tokui-waza/ Dilemma https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/ Plus, Minus, Equals https://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: ⚠️ 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

Apr 17

In this week's mini-episode we explain the phases of passing: disentangle, control, pass. Resources mentioned in this episode: Mini Ep. 49: Phases of Guard https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/16950582-mini-ep-49-phases-of-guard Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 14

This week we're joined by Nick Volpe! Nick is the black belt head coach at Dark Bear Jiu-Jitsu in Staten Island, New York. In this episode, Nick explains how he makes Jiu-Jitsu coaching accessible to students and coaches of all experience levels. Topics include: self-organized learning, teaching the "why" behind techniques, the importance of timing, creating objectives that guide student progress, and layered difficulties during live resistance training. Follow Nick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkbeardojo Train with Nick at Dark Bear Jiu-Jitsu in Staten Island: https://www.darkbeardojo.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Ecological Dynamics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Self-Organization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-organization/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Windows of Opportunity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/windows-of-opportunity/ Gamification https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/ Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Training Handicaps https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 10

In this week's mini-episode we explain the phases of guard, as taught by Rob Biernacki: engagement, maintenance, and retention. Resources mentioned in this episode: BJJMM Ep. 16: Guard Series: Engagement Phase https://bjj.plus/16 BJJMM Ep. 17: Guard Series: Engagement Phase https://bjj.plus/17 BJJMM Ep. 18: Guard Series: Engagement Phase https://bjj.plus/18 Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 7

This week we're joined by Mo Black! As of this writing, Mo is a reigning champion at Main Character Jiu-Jitsu and an instructor at Tabula Rasa BJJ in Colorado Springs. In this episode, Mo shares key concepts behind one of her favorite Jiu-Jitsu skills: half guard passing. Follow Mo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mo.jiujitsu Train with Mo at Tabula Rasa BJJ in Colorado: https://tabsbjj.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Opening Salvos https://bjjmentalmodels.com/opening-salvos/ Waypoints https://bjjmentalmodels.com/waypoints/ Head Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/head-position/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Center of Gravity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/center-of-gravity/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 3

In this week's mini-episode we explain kaizen, a Japanese concept translating roughly to "continuous improvement." Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 1

In this bonus emergency episode, we're joined by legendary Jiu-Jitsu instructor Stephan Kesting to discuss the immediate dangers of the lapel guard position, why it is so harmful, and why the IBJJF must ban it immediately. Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 31

This week we're joined by Noah Shaffner and Greg Souders from Standard Jiu-Jitsu in Maryland! Noah shares his unique perspective as a competitor trained exclusively under the constraints-led approach (CLA) since he began grappling in 2021, while Greg describes Noah's journey from his coach's perspective. Follow Noah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noahshaffner/ Follow Greg on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gdsouders/ Train with Noah and Greg at Standard Jiu-Jitsu in Rockville, Maryland: https://www.standardjiujitsu.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: Ep. 203: Evidence-Based Coaching, feat. Greg Souders https://bjj.plus/203 BJJMM Ep. 206: How We Learn to Move, feat. Dr. Rob Gray https://bjj.plus/206 Mental models discussed in this episode: Ecological Dynamics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/ External Cues https://bjjmentalmodels.com/external-cues/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Deliberate Practice https://bjjmentalmodels.com/deliberate-practice/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Gamification https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/ Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Perception-Action Coupling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/perception-action-coupling/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: ⚠️ 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

Mar 27

In this week's mini-episode we explain investing in loss, a learning mindset often attributed to Tai Chi and other internal martial arts. In his excellent book The Art of Learning, Josh Waitzkin discusses the concept and its relevance to the martial arts. Investing in loss means reframing our thinking to view failure as an investment in our skill development, rather than as a loss. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 24

This week we're joined by Paul Kindzia, a BJJ black belt under Emily Kwok training out of Atlanta, Georgia. Most notably, he's a "homeschooled" black belt who carved out his own path in the art. Paul now trains out of a private gym, "The Bunker," that he built in his home. In this episode, Paul discusses how "rolling from home" has allowed him to take total ownership of who he trains with and who he learns from. Visit Paul's website: https://thebalancedgrappler.com/ Get Paul's book, Master Jiu-Jitsu, Master Life: https://amzn.to/41SuqcD Mental models discussed in this episode: Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Survivorship Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Extreme Ownership https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 20

In this week's mini-episode, we explain beginner's mind! Known in Zen Buddhism as shoshin (初心), beginner's mind is a concept present in belief systems, philosophies, psychology, and martial arts. It teaches us to approach every learning opportunity with the curiosity and humility of a beginner. It's a mindset that helps us shelf the ego, focus on skill development, and better enjoy our training. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 17

This week we're joined by Dr. Michael Israetel! Mike is a PhD in sport physiology and newly minted Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Josh Vogel. In this episode, Mike teaches the intricacies of training intensity in Jiu-Jitsu. Topics include: the different intensity zones (light, moderate, and hard), their respective roles in skill acquisition, training intensity during competition preparation, training strategies among partners of varying skill levels, the significance of developing a focused game plan, and tailored approaches for casual practitioners versus competitors. Follow Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmikeisraetel Subscribe to Mike's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RenaissancePeriodization Get Mike's app, RP Strength: https://rpstrength.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Ecological Dynamics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/ Training Handicaps https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/ You Are What You Train https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train/ Compatible Intent https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compatible-intent/ Resulting Fallacy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Defend With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defend-with-purpose/ Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Tokui Waza https://bjjmentalmodels.com/tokui-waza/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://inst ⚠️ 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

Mar 13

In this week's mini-episode, we explain spaced repetition! This concept helps us set a dynamic schedule for how frequently we should review old material to maximize our ability to recall information. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 10

In this episode, legendary Jiu-Jitsu instructor Stephan Kesting joins us to discuss the concept of perseverance. It's both a critical mental model for success in martial arts, and also the title of his new Amazon best-selling book, Perseverance: Life and Death in the Subarctic. Stephan shares his remarkable journey following a health crisis that led to kidney failure and transplant in 2015, his 1000-mile solo canoe trip through the Canadian North, and how these journeys translated to learnings applicable to Jiu-Jitsu. Follow Stephan on Instagram: https://instagram.com/stephan_kesting Buy Stephan's new book, Perseverance: https://essentialwilderness.com/book/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Survivorship Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/ Resulting Fallacy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ 10-Minute Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/10-minute-rule/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Ulysses Contracts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ulysses-contracts/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 6

In this week's mini-episode, we explain effortful retrieval! It's a concept from cognitive psychology proposing we can improve our ability to recall information — a critical skill during live rolling — by creating a recall practice that forces our brains to work. For more information on effortful retrieval, check out: BJJMM Ep. 287: Automatic Grappling, feat. Cal McDonald https://bjj.plus/287 Effortful Retrieval — BJJ Mental Models database https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/effortful-retrieval/ Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 3

This week we're joined again by Rob Biernacki! Rob shares advice for getting the most out of BJJ gym drop-ins, seminars, and camps. Topics include the importance of prior communication before attending, safety and etiquette during training, addressing issues with aggressive partners, the mindset needed to ensure a positive experience, and Island Top Team's visiting student program. Contact Rob regarding his visiting student program on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/islandtopteam Learn from Rob online at BJJ Concepts: https://bjjconcepts.net/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Compatible Intent https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compatible-intent/ Normalization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/normalization/ Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 27

In this week's mini-episode, we explain interleaving! It's a concept proposing we learn faster by cycling through several topics rather than focusing on a single one at a time. For example, instead of training AAA BBB CCC, we would train ABC ABC ABC. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 24

This week we're joined again by Mike Mahaffey! Best known as the "Old Bastard BJJ" guy, Mike joins us to discuss economy of motion in Jiu-Jitsu. We define economy of motion as: All else being equal, prefer the option that requires less movement. We unpack why this mental model is important, and how more athletic grapplers can violate this concept in favor of a movement-based game. Follow Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oldbastardbjj Check out upcoming BJJMM camps and events: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/events Mental models discussed in this episode: Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Static vs. Dynamic Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/ Waypoints https://bjjmentalmodels.com/waypoints/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Shifting Platforms https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shifting-platforms/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 20

In this week's mini-episode, we explain body tethering! When you clamp onto your opponent as you would via closed guard or a triangle choke, make sure that YOU control THEIR body's alignment, not the other way around. If they still have alignment they can pick you up, stack you, or slam you, which are especially dangerous if you're smaller. Don't be a tetherball! Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 17

This week we're joined again by Josh "Kintanon" Wentworth from Apex MMA in Covington, Georgia! In this episode, Josh discusses "social contracts" in Jiu-Jitsu and how to break them. Social contracts are the unwritten rules we abide by, which often aren't actually rules. Social contracts can become invisible mental scripts and self-limiting habits that hold us back from our best performance in every roll. Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apexconyers Train with Josh at Apex MMA in Covington, Georgia: https://www.apexconyers.com/ Annoy Josh on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/u/kintanon Resources discussed in this episode: The Meanest Shit You've Ever Seen, feat. Andy Stolarik (requires BJJMM Premium) https://bit.ly/meanestshit Mental models discussed in this episode: Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Prevention Over Cure https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ You Are What You Train https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Pattern Interrupts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/ Certainty Heuristic https://bjjmentalmodels.com/certainty-heuristic/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 13

In this week's mini-episode, we explain the concept of redundancies, or how to ensure you have backup options if your plan fails. There are two ways to create redundancies in your technique: by using multiple points of control, and by having a solid "plan B." Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 10

This week we're joined by a panel: Josh "Kintanon" Wentworth from Apex MMA and Jesse Walker from Rough Hands BJJ! In this episode, Josh and Jesse recap lessons learned from our most recent BJJ Mental Models camp in Georgia, and share best practices for running a collaborative camp and breaking from the traditional "one-man show" seminar structure. Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apexconyers Train with Josh at Apex MMA in Covington, Georgia: https://www.apexconyers.com/ Follow Jesse on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roughhandsbjj Train with Jesse at Rough Hands BJJ in Louisville, Kentucky: https://roughhandsbjj.com/ Train with us at an upcoming BJJ Mental Models camp: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/events Mental models discussed in this episode: Self-Organization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-organization/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 6

In this week's mini-episode, we explain the concept of placeholders. Think of positional advancement like climbing a ladder: one rung at a time, and never let go of both rungs at once! Don't abandon a point of control until you've got something equivalent or better. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 3

This week we're joined by Marc Ste-Marie! Marc is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and the father of IBJJF "Queen" Brianna Ste-Marie. In this episode, Marc explains the concept of "technique zero," or how we can teach Jiu-Jitsu quicker by reverse engineering and mastering the point of entry. Follow Marc on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwiksub2021 Subscribe to Marc's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@marcstemarie6821 Resources discussed in this episode: The Fighter's Mind: Inside the Mental Game, by Sam Sheridan https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7103440-the-fighter-s-mind Mental models discussed in this episode: Ecological Dynamics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/ Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Pattern Interrupts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/ Respect Your Opponent https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-your-opponent/ Opening Salvos https://bjjmentalmodels.com/opening-salvos/ Hick’s Law https://bjjmentalmodels.com/hicks-law/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ Prevention Over Cure https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 30

In this week's mini-episode we explain the concept of surface area, or how much of your body is connected to your opponent when you apply force. You can create more pressure by applying maximal force through the smallest surface area. A classic example is the "shoulder of justice" side control crossface pin. We also discuss other benefits to minimizing surface area, and other types of pressure beyond the physics definition. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 27

This week we're joined again by BJJ Mental Models sponsored athlete Chris Wojcik! In this episode, Chris breaks down the mechanics and meta relevance of his new signature move, the Woj Lock. Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrismwojcik Subscribe to Chris' newsletter, The Grappler's Diary: https://thegrapplersdiary.substack.com/ Buy Chris' book of the same name on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gc74Uh Buy Woj Lock the World on BJJ Fanatics: https://bit.ly/wojlock Resources discussed in this episode: Ep. 288: Open Guard Leg Entanglements, feat. Chris Wojcik https://bjj.plus/288 Mental models discussed in this episode: Breaking Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/breaking-mechanics/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 23

In this week's mini-episode we explain ratchet control, a mental model that fine-tunes rotational submissions, especially the kimura. Ratchet control occurs when you force their limb into an "L" shape and rotate it like an Allen/hex key. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 20

This week we're joined by Scott Fritzinger! Scott is a BJJ black belt under Dave Camarillo and is the head instructor at Guerrilla Jiu Jitsu Academy Reno. In this episode, Scott discusses "the language of injury," or how our choice of words and delivery can change student behavior and influence the risk of injury in the gym. Follow Guerrilla Jiu Jitsu Academy Reno on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guerrillajjreno Train with Scott at Guerrilla Jiu Jitsu Academy Reno: https://www.renojiujitsu.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Labeling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/labeling/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 16

In this week's mini-episode we explain rotational control, a mental model that helps us better secure positions and complete submissions. Rotational control involves either preventing your opponent from rotating their torso, or allowing them to rotate so you can follow and improve your position. Achieving rotational control usually requires you to occupy their elbow-knee space along their torso, or restrict the movement of their far arm/leg so they can't spin. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 13

This week we're joined again by Eliot Marshall! Eliot is a BJJ black belt, retired UFC fighter, and owner of Easton Training Center in Colorado. In this episode, Eliot explains the 4 elements that every successful Jiu-Jitsu gym needs to nail: sales, marketing, product, and culture. Follow Eliot on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firemarshall205 Train at Easton Training Center in Colorado: https://eastonbjj.com/ Grow your BJJ gym with Easton Online: https://www.easton.online/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Race to the Bottom https://bjjmentalmodels.com/race-to-the-bottom/ Ulysses Contracts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ulysses-contracts/ Survivorship Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 9

In this week's mini-episode we explain waypoints, also known as "pitstops." Waypoints are positions of power where you are particularly well-trained, and feel comfortable that you can outgun your opponent due to experience and skill within the position. Waypoints aren't necessarily the common point-scoring positions, but can instead be "positions within positions" that occur along the way. Examples of common waypoints include the split squat, double unders, and topside quarter guard. Before you listen to this episode, check out: Mini Ep. 35: Tokui Waza https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16364687-mini-ep-35-tokui-waza Mini Ep. 34: Zone of Genius https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16337686-mini-ep-34-zone-of-genius Mini Ep. 33: Layers of Strategy https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16303959-mini-ep-33-layers-of-strategy Mini Ep. 32: Funneling https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16266002-mini-ep-32-funneling Mini Ep. 31: Asymmetric Warfare https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16225783-mini-ep-31-asymmetric-warfare Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 6

This week we're joined again by Beatrice Jin! Beatrice is a black belt competitor and coach from Kogaion Academy in Arlington, Virginia. In this episode, we continue our conversation from Beatrice's last visit about how to "stop being nice" when sparring. Topics include the essential concepts of assertiveness and aggressiveness in BJJ, the cultural influences that shape one’s approach to the sport, the significance of a competitive mindset, the necessity of pushing personal boundaries during training, and the importance of consent and managing expectations in training environments. Follow Beatrice on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/berimbozo Train with Beatrice at Kogaion Academy: https://www.kogaionacademy.org/ Check out Beatrice's awesome merch @ Butt Scooter: https://buttscooterjiujitsu.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: BJJMM Ep. 284: Stop Being Nice, feat. Beatrice Jin https://bjj.plus/284 Mental models discussed in this episode: Defensive Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ The Golden Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/golden-rule/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 2

In this week's mini-episode we explain tokui waza, a concept from Judo and traditional martial arts. Translating roughly to "favorited technique" or "special skill," tokui waza refers to the tendency of martial artists to develop and leverage a few techniques they're especially good at. Tokui waza is important to understand because it helps us break the misconception that the best in the world are good at everything. Much like the pro wrestlers, they develop "finishing moves," or tokui waza. Before you listen to this episode, check out: Mini Ep. 34: Zone of Genius https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16337686-mini-ep-34-zone-of-genius Mini Ep. 33: Layers of Strategy https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16303959-mini-ep-33-layers-of-strategy Mini Ep. 32: Funneling https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16266002-mini-ep-32-funneling Mini Ep. 31: Asymmetric Warfare https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16225783-mini-ep-31-asymmetric-warfare Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 30, 2024

This week we're joined by Max Schneider! Max is a BJJ black belt under Justin Flores, as well as a national Judo champion and Olympic alternate, 2x Illinois state wrestling champion, and former D1 wrestler. In this episode, Max explores the philosophy and techniques behind safe and effective takedown training. Topics include the importance of warmup and falling techniques, various types of breakfalls, the differences in approach between Judo and Jiu-Jitsu, adapting techniques to various body types, and integrating foot sweeps as low-risk takedown options. Follow Max on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onejudoka/ Subscribe to Max on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@onejudoka Learn from Max on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/onejudoka Mental models discussed in this episode: Surface Area https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Tokui Waza https://bjjmentalmodels.com/tokui-waza/ Momentum https://bjjmentalmodels.com/momentum/ Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ Opening Salvos https://bjjmentalmodels.com/opening-salvos/ Head Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/head-position/ Ecological Dynamics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 26, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we explain the so-called "zone of genius:" a concept that encourages us to spend our time in the areas where we're most passionate and talented. This has implications for Jiu-Jitsu strategy: We should build a gameplan that takes the fight to places where we are the most exceptional. In terms of our skill development, this means we're best off doubling down on our strengths. Instead of trying to "get good at everything" (which is impossible), we should "get good enough" to avoid losing in our areas of weaknesses, but be exceptional within our areas of strength. As the old saying goes, we want to avoid being a jack of all trades but a master of none. Before you listen to this episode, check out: Mini Ep. 33: Layers of Strategy https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/16303959-mini-ep-33-layers-of-strategy Mini Ep. 32: Funneling https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/16266002-mini-ep-32-funneling Mini Ep. 31: Asymmetric Warfare https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/16225783-mini-ep-31-asymmetric-warfare Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 23, 2024

This week we're joined again by Jake Luigi from Less Impressed More Involved and Outlier DB! In this episode, Jake discusses a problem we can all relate to: content overload in BJJ. Jake shares great advice on choosing what to study in a world where quality Jiu-Jitsu content is plentiful but time is scarce. Follow Jake on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/limibjj/ Subscribe to Less Impressed More Involved on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LIMIBJJ Check out Outlier DB: https://outlierdb.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Analysis Paralysis https://bjjmentalmodels.com/analysis-paralysis/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Ecological Dynamics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 19, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we explain the layers of strategy: every good plan needs a solid foundation and a flexible perimeter. This concept applies to all manner of strategies, both on and off the mats. Before you listen to this episode, check out: Mini Ep. 32: Funneling https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/16266002-mini-ep-32-funneling Mini Ep. 31: Asymmetric Warfare https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/16225783-mini-ep-31-asymmetric-warfare Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 16, 2024

This week we're joined again by Defensive BJJ coach and BJJMM fan-favorite guest Priit Mihkelson! In this episode, Priit discusses the importance of angles when defending from inferior positions. Priit explains concepts for finding the correct angle when defending from the bottom, such as maintaining a 45° angle relative to the floor after your legs have been cleared, and how "making a capital T" by positioning your body perpendicular to your opponent can prevent them from wrapping their arm around your head. Follow Priit on social: https://www.instagram.com/priit_mihkelson https://www.facebook.com/priit.mihkelson Buy Priit's instructionals on BJJ Fanatics: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/priit-mihkelson Learn from Priit on Defensive BJJ: https://www.defensivebjj.com/ Watch Priit's BJJ Globetrotters seminars: https://www.bjjglobetrotters.com/category/videos/instructors/priit-mihkelson/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Mirrored Stances https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mirrored-stances/ Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ You Are What You Train https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train/ Alignment Over Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/ The Map Is not the Territory https://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/ Labeling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/labeling/ Force Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-vectors/ Priit's 45° Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/priits-45-degree-rule/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 12, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we explain funneling , a key concept for building Jiu-Jitsu strategies. The idea is to build "funnels," or pathways to where we have an unfair/asymmetric advantage. A good gameplan uses funnels to "connect the dots" so no matter where a match goes, you have a viable pathway to your strongest positions. Before you listen to this episode, check out: Mini Ep. 31: Asymmetric Warfare https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/16225783-mini-ep-31-asymmetric-warfare Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 9, 2024

This week we're joined by Ken Postnikoff! Ken is the black belt head coach at Confluence Jiu Jitsu and a longtime member of the BJJMM community. In this episode, Ken introduces the concept of "reluctant leadership," or how to be the leader your community needs when leadership doesn't come naturally to you. Follow Ken on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kenpostnikoff Train with Ken at Confluence Jiu Jitsu in Castlegar:: https://www.instagram.com/confluencejiujitsu Mental models discussed in this episode: Reframing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/reframing/ Self-Organization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-organization/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Magic Relationship Ratio https://bjjmentalmodels.com/magic-relationship-ratio/ Teach to Learn https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 5, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we explain asymmetric warfare (or asymmetric advantages, if you want to be less dramatic). Asymmetric warfare means looking for unfair advantages: places where we are strong and our opponent is weak. In Jiu-Jitsu this often means seeking a superior position, but it can also mean playing to any other advantage we have, including natural attributes, favorite techniques, and match style. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 2, 2024

This week we're joined by Fiona Geisinger! Fiona is the founder of Athletic Arts and is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt training out of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. In this episode, Fiona explains second-level coaching, and how athletes of all levels benefit from a "second opinion" by working with other coaches either in-person or remotely. Follow Fiona on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fiona_athletic.arts Connect with Fiona for coaching: https://www.athleticarts.co/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 28, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we explain predictable responses. This mental model teaches us that each technique has a series of common reactions, and knowing these reactions allows you to anticipate and "mind read" your opponent. In many ways, knowing a technique's predictable responses can be just as important as knowing the technique itself. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 25, 2024

This week we're joined by Kelsey Carter! Kelsey is a newly minted black belt from Precision Jiu Jitsu Academy in Sacramento. In this episode, Kelsey discusses the physics and mechanics underlying Jiu-Jitsu techniques, emphasizing the importance of fulcrums, weight distribution, and angles during sweeps and submissions. Kelsey provides insights into adapting techniques for different body types and teaching empowering strategies, particularly for women in the sport. The episode also delves into advanced concepts such as energy conservation, the dynamics of bottom position, and the science behind effective movements. Follow Kelsey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kels.jitsu Mental models discussed in this episode: Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Breaking Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/breaking-mechanics/ Surface Area https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ The Map Is Not the Territory https://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Shifting Platforms https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shifting-platforms/ Center of Gravity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/center-of-gravity/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 21, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we explain alignment over position. This is a refinement on the classic "position over submission" concept using Rob Biernacki's alignment framework. It teaches us that having good alignment (base, posture, and structure) is more important than having any particular position. Before you listen to this episode, check out: BJJMM Mini Ep. 1: Base https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15022850-mini-ep-1-base BJJMM Mini Ep. 2: Posture https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15078064-mini-ep-2-posture BJJMM Mini Ep. 3: Structure https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15121901-mini-ep-3-structure BJJMM Mini Ep. 4: Alignment https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15154544-mini-ep-4-alignment BJJMM Mini Ep. 5: The Alignment Scorecard https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15202951-mini-ep-5-the-alignment-scorecard BJJMM Mini Ep. 28: Position Over Submission https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16103640-mini-ep-28-position-over-submission Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 18, 2024

This week we're joined again by Chris "The Villain" Paines! In this episode, Chris explains the two "dials" that coaches and students can use to modulate their training: complexity and intensity. Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisvillainbjj Subscribe to Chris' YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisPainesBJJ Buy Chris' instructionals on BJJ Fanatics: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/instructional-videos/fighter_chris-paines Check out InTheory BJJ on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intheorybjj Resources discussed in this episode: How to Defend Everything with Chris Paines — YouTube https://youtu.be/BWitv9AKoNU Ep. 155: Concepts Over Techniques, feat. Chris Paines https://bjj.plus/155 Terry Tate: Office Linebacker https://youtu.be/RzToNo7A-94 Mental models discussed in this episode: Gamification https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/ Respect Reople, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ External Cues https://bjjmentalmodels.com/external-cues/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Goodhart's Law https://bjjmentalmodels.com/goodharts-law/ Survivorship Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Fo ⚠️ 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

Nov 14, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we explain one of the most commonly discussed mental models in Jiu-Jitsu: position over submission. This concept teaches us that it's often better to maintain position than risk losing it by hunting for submissions. This episode explains the reasoning behind "position over submission," as well as the exceptions. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 11, 2024

This week we're joined by Aldo Vergel de Dios! Aldo is the black belt head coach at Motion Jiu-Jitsu in Metro Manila, Philippines. In this episode, Aldo discusses a problem relevant to students and coaches alike: how to integrate conceptual Jiu-Jitsu thinking with on-the-ground practice. Follow Aldo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aldojitsu Train with Aldo at Motion Jiu-Jitsu: https://www.motionjiujitsu.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: BJJMM Ep. 162: The Language of Coaching, feat. Nick Winkelman https://bjj.plus/162 Mental models discussed in this episode: Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Ecological Dynamics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Invariants https://bjjmentalmodels.com/invariants/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Self-Organization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-organization/ Phases of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/ Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: ⚠️ 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

Nov 7, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we discuss two important and related concepts: inside channel control and outside channel control. Inside channel control refers to taking the inside route around your opponent's weapons, such as going under or between their legs as you'd do with X guard. Outside channel control refers to taking the outside route around your opponent's weapons, such as outside hook / de la Riva guard, closed guard, and matrix back takes. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 4, 2024

This week we're joined again by Drew Foster! Best known as u/darce_knight on Reddit and @drewdarce on Instagram, Drew is a black belt instructor at Elevate MMA in North Carolina, the host of The Neon Belly Podcast, and the host of the State of the Meta podcast on BJJ Mental Models Premium. In this episode, Drew breaks down the mechanics behind the anaconda choke. Follow Drew on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewdarce Listen to Drew on The Neon Belly Podcast: https://theneonbelly.buzzsprout.com/ Buy Drew's instructionals on the d'arce and anaconda choke: https://darcedynamics.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: BJJMM Ep. 136: The Anaconda System, feat. Matt Skaff https://bjj.plus/136 BJJMM Ep. 169: Submission Series: The D'Arce Choke, feat. Drew Foster https://bjj.plus/169 Mental models discussed in this episode: Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Alignment Over Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Overwhelming Force https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/ Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Gamification https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Single vs. Double Lever Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/single-vs-double-lever-control/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: ⚠️ 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

Oct 31, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we're talking about crossing the center, an ancient mental model that appears in many martial arts beyond Jiu-Jitsu — and for good reason! The "center line" refers to an imaginary line running down the middle of your body, where your spine is. Forcing your opponent to "cross the center," or pass their arm or leg across the center line of their body, is a surefire way to break their posture and structure. Further study: BJJMM Mini Ep. 1: Base https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15022850-mini-ep-1-base BJJMM Mini Ep. 2: Posture https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15078064-mini-ep-2-posture BJJMM Mini Ep. 3: Structure https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15121901-mini-ep-3-structure BJJMM Mini Ep. 4: Alignment https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15154544-mini-ep-4-alignment BJJMM Mini Ep. 5: The Alignment Scorecard https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16022574-mini-ep-26-crossing-the-center Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles, feat. Rob Biernacki (exclusively on BJJMM Premium) https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 28, 2024

This week we're joined by Jake O'Driscoll! Jake is the black belt head coach at Essence BJJ in Perth, Australia. Best known for coaching Adele Fornarino to her incredible 2x ADCC 2024 World Championship win, Jake is also an accomplished competitor in his own right, having just won the IBJJF 2024 Pan Pacific No-Gi Heavyweight Championship in Masters 1. In this episode, Jake shares lessons on crossing the gap from good to great, and what separates the best in the world from the other outstanding grapplers in the sport. Follow Jake on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeod_essencebjj Learn from Jake on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=112559996 Mental models discussed in this episode: Extreme Ownership https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/ Zone of Genius https://bjjmentalmodels.com/zone-of-genius/ Compartmentalization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compartmentalization/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 24, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we finish our series of discussions on the different types of breaking mechanics in Jiu-Jitsu! This episode explains hybrid breaks, or submissions that combine multiple breaking mechanics such as linear breaks, rotational breaks, and slicers. Hybrid breaks are often more powerful than those relying on a single breaking mechanic. (A note on terminology: a "break" as described here is technically more of a "tear," as you're not breaking bone, you're tearing soft tissue. However, we'll use the term "break" as it's the more commonly accepted and understood term in Jiu-Jitsu.) Before you listen to this episode, check out: Mini Ep. 21: The 3 Joint Rule https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/15817572-mini-ep-21-the-3-joint-rule Mini Ep. 22: Linear Break Mechanics https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/15860578-mini-ep-22-linear-break-mechanics Mini Ep. 23: Rotational Break Mechanics https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/15901564-mini-ep-23-rotational-break-mechanics Mini Ep. 24: Slicer Mechanics https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/15940713-mini-ep-24-slicer-mechanics Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 21, 2024

This week we're joined by Sara Rafferty! Sara is the agent and manager for Jiu-Jitsu standouts like Adele Fornarino, Brianna Ste-Marie, and Jake O'Driscoll. In this episode, Sara shares her advice on how athletes can leverage agents, managers, and representation to negotiate better sponsorships and fight contracts in Jiu-Jitsu. Follow Sara Rafferty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_rafferty Follow Carolina Vallejo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carovallejojj Resources discussed in this episode: Getting to Yes, by Roger Fisher & William Ury https://amzn.to/3YxuU6n Mental models discussed in this episode: The Golden Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/golden-rule/ Timeframe Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/timeframe-paradox/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Trading Up https://bjjmentalmodels.com/trading-up/ Anchoring Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/anchoring-bias/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 17, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we continue our series of discussions on the different types of breaking mechanics in Jiu-Jitsu! This episode explains slicers, a submission that usually targets the bicep or calf, and discusses why these submissions may be underused due to IBJJF ruleset restrictions. (A note on terminology: a "break" as described here is technically more of a "tear," as you're not breaking bone, you're tearing soft tissue. However, we'll use the term "break" as it's the more commonly accepted and understood term in Jiu-Jitsu.) Before you listen to this episode, check out: Mini Ep. 21: The 3 Joint Rule https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/15817572-mini-ep-21-the-3-joint-rule Mini Ep. 22: Linear Break Mechanics https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/15860578-mini-ep-22-linear-break-mechanics Mini Ep. 23: Rotational Break Mechanics https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/15901564-mini-ep-23-rotational-break-mechanics Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 14, 2024

This week we're joined again by Amanda Bruse! Amanda is a black belt under André Galvão training out of Atos HQ and a BJJ Mental Models sponsored athlete. In this episode, we continue the topic from Amanda's last appearance: how to manage the anxiety that comes with Jiu-Jitsu competition. Amanda presents specific, evidence-backed tactics for managing Jiu-Jitsu anxiety for athletes of all levels. Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandabruse.bjj/ Resources discussed in this episode: BJJMM Ep. 210: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, feat. Dr. David Ley https://bjj.plus/210 BJJMM Ep. 218: Overcoming Competition Anxiety, feat. Amanda Bruse https://bjj.plus/218 Mind Gym: An Athlete's Guide to Inner Excellence, by Gary Mack & David Casstevens https://amzn.to/4dOPNiK Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, by Dr. Carol Dweck https://amzn.to/4eFfG5L The Power of your Subconscious Mind, by Dr. Joseph Murphy https://amzn.to/3NnVGbX Mindfulness for Beginners: Reclaiming the Present Moment, by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn https://amzn.to/3Y6cadB Mental models discussed in this episode: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-behavioral-therapy/ Visualization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/visualization/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Law of Contrast https://bjjmentalmodels.com/law-of-contrast/ Reflecting "As If" https://bjjmentalmodels.com/reflecting-as-if/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on ⚠️ 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

Oct 11, 2024

⚠️ 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

Oct 10, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we continue our series of discussions on the different types of breaking mechanics in Jiu-Jitsu! This episode explains rotational breaks like kimuras, omoplatas, and heel hooks. We also explain the difference between internal and external rotations, and why internal rotations are so powerful. (A note on terminology: a "break" as described here is technically more of a "tear," as you're not breaking bone, you're tearing soft tissue. However, we'll use the term "break" as it's the more commonly accepted and understood term in Jiu-Jitsu.) Before you listen to this episode, check out: Mini Ep. 21: The 3 Joint Rule https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/15817572-mini-ep-21-the-3-joint-rule Mini Ep. 22: Linear Break Mechanics https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/15860578-mini-ep-22-linear-break-mechanics Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 7, 2024

This week we're joined by Rob Biernacki, Cory Burton, and Gary Gilbert! Collectively, they are the coaching team at Island Top Team in Vancouver Island, BC, Canada. In this episode, Rob and the team explain the importance of having a common coaching language across the entire team, and how our choice of language shapes our behavior. Train with Island Top Team in Vancouver Island, BC, Canada: https://islandtopteam.com/ Learn from Island Top Team online at BJJ Concepts: https://bjjconcepts.net/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Labeling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/labeling/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Self-Organization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-organization/ Gamification https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/ Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Zone of Genius https://bjjmentalmodels.com/zone-of-genius/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 3, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we begin a series of discussions on the different types of breaking mechanics in Jiu-Jitsu! This episode explains linear breaks like armbars and kneebars, which hyperextend the middle joint (elbow/knee) of a limb. (A note on terminology: a linear "break" as described here is technically more of a "tear," as you're not breaking bone, you're tearing soft tissue. However, we'll use the term "break" as it's the more commonly accepted and understood term in Jiu-Jitsu.) Before you listen to this episode, check out: Mini Ep. 21: The 3 Joint Rule https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/15817572-mini-ep-21-the-3-joint-rule Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 1, 2024

This week you're getting a bonus episode! Avery Lorenzato from Golden Jiu Jitsu in Colorado joins us to share his philosophy of "playing the sport." A great conversation on the importance of play, and what it's like to train at a gym that focuses on a games-based approach. Follow Golden Jiu Jitsu on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/golden_jiujitsu Train with Avery at Golden Jiu Jitsu in Colorado: https://goldenjj.com/ Need help growing your Jiu-Jitsu business? If you're a gym owner or Jiu-Jitsu entrepreneur, we can help manage your marketing, sales, lead generation, product design, technology, and business development! Just shoot us a message at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/contact Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/

Sep 30, 2024

This week we're joined by Trey Hucks! Trey is best known as the founder of Slime Mold Grappling Club, an amazing database of Jiu-Jitsu games based on the ecological approach and other coaching best practices. In this episode, Trey makes the case for "Beer League Jiu-Jitsu," a mindset emphasizing the social and communal benefits of Jiu-Jitsu first and foremost, above athletic accomplishments or performance. Visit the Slime Mold Grappling Club games database: https://slimemoldgrappling.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: BJJMM Ep. 203: Evidence-Based Coaching, feat. Greg Souders https://bjj.plus/203 BJJMM Ep. 206: How We Learn to Move, feat. Dr. Rob Gray https://bjj.plus/206 Mental models discussed in this episode: Ecological Dynamics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 26, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we discuss the 3 joint rule! It's an essential mental model for understanding how you control your opponent's arms and legs, especially when advancing position or attempting a submission. More resources on the 3 joint rule: BJJ Mental Models Ep. 270: The 3 Joint Rule, feat. Jeff Shaw https://bjj.plus/270 The 3 Joint Rule — BJJMM Database https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 23, 2024

This week we're taking on a topic by listener demand: how to help BJJ business owners succeed financially! In this episode, we're joined by David Bayarena, a BJJ black belt, certified financial planner, and founder of Kaizen Wealth Planning and RONIN Financial Planning. David highlights topics relevant to all BJJ business owners, such as insurance, tax mitigation, succession plans, and retirement plans. Drawing parallels between financial and martial strategies, David emphasizes the need for diversification, paying oneself first, embracing total financial responsibility, and fostering a proactive approach to financial health in the martial arts realm. Get David's help with your BJJ business: https://www.roninwealth.com/ Get David's help in other sectors: https://www.kwealthplan.com/ Connect with David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronin_wealth Resources discussed in this episode: Profit First, by Mike Michalowicz https://mikemichalowicz.com/profit-first Mental models discussed in this episode: Layers of Strategy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/layers-of-strategy/ Defense Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defense-paradox/ Red Queen Effect https://bjjmentalmodels.com/red-queen-effect/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 19, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we discuss hybrid choke mechanics! We've already covered the primary types of chokes in Jiu-Jitsu. Now let's talk about what happens when we combine these types of chokes, whether hybrid chokes are "better," and how hybrid chokes muddle complicated topics like rulesets and consent. Listen to our prior mini-episodes on choke mechanics: Mini Ep. 16: Blood Choke Mechanics https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15622350-mini-ep-16-blood-choke-mechanics Mini Ep. 17: Air Choke Mechanics https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15660734-mini-ep-17-air-choke-mechanics Mini Ep. 18: Compression Choke Mechanics https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15699720-mini-ep-18-compression-choke-mechanics Mini Ep. 18: Crank Mechanics https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15738946-mini-ep-19-crank-mechanics Read up on the different types of chokes: https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/choking-mechanics/ Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 16, 2024

This week we're joined again by Tum Energia! Thomas Voorn, better known by his nickname Tum Energia, is a BJJ black belt and the founder of Energia Martial Arts. In this episode, we discuss the evolution of Jiu-Jitsu digital content toward short-form content like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Stories. We discuss the implications to BJJ content creators, how practitioners can learn from content of different types, and the ethics of short-form content on our attention spans. Follow Tum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tumenergia Subscribe to Tum on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@energiamartialarts Buy Tum's instructionals on BJJ Fanatics: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/instructional-videos/fighter_tum-energia-voorn Watch Tum's courses on The BJJ Project: https://www.thebjjproject.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: Ep. 205: Psychological Safety, feat. Tum Emergia https://bjj.plus/205 SUBMETA: https://submeta.io/ The Art of Learning, by Josh Waitzkin: https://www.joshwaitzkin.com/the-art-of-learning Farnam Street, by Shane Parrish: https://fs.blog/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Learning Modalities https://bjjmentalmodels.com/learning-modalities/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Hick's Law https://bjjmentalmodels.com/hicks-law/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 12, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we discuss crank mechanics! Cranks are submissions that attack the cervical spine (the neck). We discuss the ethics of cranks, how to engage with them safely, and their relevance to rulesets. Listen to our prior mini-episodes on choke mechanics: Mini Ep. 16: Blood Choke Mechanics https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15622350-mini-ep-16-blood-choke-mechanics Mini Ep. 17: Air Choke Mechanics https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15660734-mini-ep-17-air-choke-mechanics Mini Ep. 18: Compression Choke Mechanics https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/15699720-mini-ep-18-compression-choke-mechanics Read up on the different types of chokes: https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/choking-mechanics/ Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 9, 2024

This week we're joined by Josh Vogel! Alongside his wife Angie, Josh is a co-founder and head instructor at The Jiu Jitsu Company in Old City, Philadelphia. In this episode, Josh emphasizes the importance of structured class curriculums and a project-based focus, where students develop their skills through specific, measurable 90-day projects targeting various techniques. Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshrvogel https://www.instagram.com/thejiujitsucompany Train with Josh at The Jiu-Jitsu Company in Old City PA: https://www.jiujitsuphilly.com/ Buy 90 Day Project Based Jiu Jitsu by Josh Vogel on BJJ Fanatics: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/90-day-project-based-jiu-jitsu-by-josh-vogel Mental models discussed in this episode: Mnemonics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mnemonics/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Diminishing Returns https://bjjmentalmodels.com/diminishing-returns/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Planning Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/planning-paradox/ The Map Is Not the Territory https://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Deliberate Practice https://bjjmentalmodels.com/deliberate-practice/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 5, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we discuss compression choke mechanics! Compression chokes involve squeezing your opponent's chest so tightly that their lungs can't expand to take in air. They're a bit silly and not high-percentage, but they're still worth knowing about so you don't wind up on the wrong end of someone else's compression choke highlight reel. Listen to our prior mini-episodes on choke mechanics: Mini Ep. 16: Blood Choke Mechanics https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15622350-mini-ep-16-blood-choke-mechanics Mini Ep. 17: Air Choke Mechanics https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15660734-mini-ep-17-air-choke-mechanics Read up on the different types of chokes: https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/choking-mechanics/ Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 2, 2024

For our 300th episode, there's only one guest that'll do: James "300" Foster! James is a 3x black belt masters world champion, 4th degree black belt under Giva Santana, and the head coach at Foster Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In this episode, James shares how teachers who are also active competitors can balance those two priorities, and even synergize them. Follow James on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james300foster Subscribe to James' YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@James300Foster Listen to James' podcast, Nerdy Mewzings: https://www.nerdymewzings.com/podcast Train with James at Foster BJJ: http://fosterbjj.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Training Handicaps https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/ You Are What You Train https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train/ Plus, Minus, Equals https://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals/ Law of Contrast https://bjjmentalmodels.com/law-of-contrast/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 29, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we discuss air choke mechanics! Air chokes involve cutting off your opponent's ability to breathe by either compressing their trachea ("windpipe") or covering their mouth. Air chokes often don't act as quickly as blood chokes, but there are ways to speed them up by triggering the gag reflex. We also talk about why air chokes are legitimate techniques and should not be thought of as "dirty." Listen to our prior mini-episode on blood choke mechanics: https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15622350-mini-ep-16-blood-choke-mechanics Read up on the different types of chokes: https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/choking-mechanics/ Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 26, 2024

This week we're joined again by Adam Medlock! Adam is a Braulio Estima black belt and a lead educator from the UK. In this episode, Adam discusses the challenges of student assessment, or how Jiu-Jitsu coaches can measure student progress and the effectiveness of the curriculum. Key points include the introduction of the TLA cycle (Teaching, Learning, and Assessment) and the concept of cumulative disfluency, alongside a critique of one-size-fits-all curricula and seminar-style teaching. Resources discussed in this episode: Inside the Black Box: Assessment for Learning in the Classroom, by Paul Black et al. https://bit.ly/4dUdqqG Inside the Black Box: Raising Standards Through Classroom Assessment, by Dylan Wiliam & Paul Black https://kappanonline.org/inside-the-black-box-raising-standards-through-classroom-assessment/ Kolb's Cycle of Reflective Practice — University of Hull https://libguides.hull.ac.uk/reflectivewriting/kolb Teach Like a Champion, by Doug Lemov https://teachlikeachampion.org/books/ The Art of Learning, by Josh Waitzkin https://www.joshwaitzkin.com/the-art-of-learning Mental models discussed in this episode: Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Goodhart's Law https://bjjmentalmodels.com/goodharts-law/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Teach to Learn https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/ Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: ⚠️ 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

Aug 22, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we discuss blood choke mechanics! This is the concept behind all chokes we'd classify as "carotid restraints," where compression on the carotid arteries cuts off blood flow to the brain. We'll discuss the simple "triangle around the head" concept that helps tighten all blood chokes including rear naked chokes, collar chokes, triangle chokes, and head and arm chokes. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 19, 2024

This week we're joined by Mandy Schneider! Mandy is a BJJ Mental Models sponsored athlete competing at purple belt out of SOUL FIGHTERS Martial Arts in Allen, Texas. Mandy just underwent surgery for chronic bursitis in her elbow, and in this week's episode, Mandy shares her experience working around injury in Jiu-Jitsu. Topics include the challenges of training through injuries, distinguishing between manageable injuries and those requiring full rest, maintaining mental sharpness and motivation during recovery, and the public perception athletes face regarding injury-related decisions. Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandynschneider Mental models discussed in this episode: Prioritize Longevity http://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Timeframe Paradox http://bjjmentalmodels.com/timeframe-paradox/ Mental Gatekeeping http://bjjmentalmodels.com/mental-gatekeeping/ Visualization http://bjjmentalmodels.com/visualization/ Defensive Thinking http://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/ Stress and Recovery http://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Training Handicaps http://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/ Self-Competition http://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 15, 2024

In this week's mini-episode we discuss dominant angles! The concept of dominant angles is more complicated than "being behind or beside your opponent." It's more about positioning your body relative to theirs such that their arms, legs, and other weapons can't come into play. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 12, 2024

This week we're joined again by David Figueroa-Martinez! David is a black belt, instructor, and writer training out of Gracie La Mesa in California. In this episode, David discusses one of the most difficult — but sometimes essential — decisions that many grapplers will face during their journey: the decision to leave their gym. Follow David on social: https://www.instagram.com/dfm.2099 https://www.threads.net/@dfm.2099 David's website: https://dfm2099.me/ Support David via DawnBreakers BJJ: https://www.dawnbreakersbjj.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Prevention Over Cure https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/ Loss Aversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/loss-aversion/ Cognitive Dissonance https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-dissonance/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 8, 2024

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss countergripping! There are three ways to counter a grip: breaking the grip (stripping their fingers), inverting the grip (pummeling to make the grip our own), or changing the angle (which can render the grip useless). In general, breaking the grip is the least efficient option, changing the angle is the most efficient, and inverting the grip is in between. Note that we want our grips to be dominant grips, meaning that they give us more control than they give to our opponent. Listen to our prior mini-episode, "grips dictate position," before this one: https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15489555-mini-ep-13-grips-dictate-position Read more about countergripping: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/countergripping Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 5, 2024

This week we're joined by Tom "TP" Grant! Tom Grant, also known by the writer's handle TP Grant, is a BJJ black belt under Issac Riggs and an MMA/BJJ writer best known for his work at Bloody Elbow and Bleacher Report. In this episode, Tom discusses the importance of adapting on the fly. Techniques are rarely executed exactly as taught; they're usually improvised. Read History of Jiu-Jitsu, by TP Grant: https://bleacherreport.com/articles/654500-history-of-jiu-jitsu-coming-to-america-and-the-birth-of-the-ufc Train with Tom at Evolution MMA in Chicago: https://www.evolutionmmachicago.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Ecological Dynamics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Windows of Opportunity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/windows-of-opportunity/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Labeling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/labeling/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 1, 2024

In this week's mini-episode, we discuss one of Steve's favorite mental models: grips dictate position! As the name implies, whoever wins the grip fight in Jiu-Jitsu often dictates the position. Focus on winning the grip fight before attempting to advance position or secure a submission. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 29, 2024

This week we're joined by Sebastian Brosche! Sebastian is a BJJ black belt, the founder of the legendary platform Yoga for BJJ. In this episode, we discuss knowledge organization, effective teaching strategies, curriculum development, standardization, instructor education, and the future of Jiu-Jitsu education. Follow Sebastian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogaforbjj Join Yoga for BJJ: https://yogaforbjj.net/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Ecological Dynamics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/ Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Rapoport's Rules https://bjjmentalmodels.com/rapoports-rules/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 25, 2024

In this week's mini-episode, we're discussing the anatomic hierarchy! The anatomic hierarchy is a simple but powerful mental model that organizes our body into six major tools, from strongest to weakest: our torso, our two legs, our two arms, and our head. The anatomic hierarchy teaches us that when attacking, we should use as many of our weapons as possible, especially the stronger ones. And we'll also have better success if we're attacking a weaker part of our opponent's body. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 22, 2024

This week we're joined by Kiaya Jackson! Kiaya is the founder of SoPro Collective and a Jiu-Jitsu competitor representing Brandon Mccaghren from 10th Planet Decatur. In this episode, Kiaya explains her unconventional journey into a Jiu-Jitsu career, and shares her playbook for making a living in the sport beyond the usual athlete and coach career paths. Follow Kiaya on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiaya.j SoPro Training — Kiaya's coaching brand: https://www.soprotraining.com/ SoPro Apparel — Kiaya's apparel brand: https://soproapparel.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: Million Dollar Weekend, by Noah Kagan https://noahkagan.com/mdwbook/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Loss Aversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/loss-aversion/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ 80/20 Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/80-20-rule/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 18, 2024

In this week's mini-episode, we're discussing posts, the last of the six core mechanics of Jiu-Jitsu! Posts occur when you use an extremity of your body to connect with and base off a platform like the floor. Posts are important for maintaining your own base and creating opportunities to attack your opponent. This is the sixth in a six-part series of mini-episodes we're doing on the core mechanics of Jiu-Jitsu: frames, levers, wedges, clamps, hooks, and posts. Further study: Mini Ep. 6: Frames https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15242269-mini-ep-6-frames Mini Ep. 7: Levers https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15282009-mini-ep-7-levers Mini Ep. 8: Wedges https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15318897-mini-ep-8-wedges Mini Ep. 9: Clamps https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15359561-mini-ep-9-clamps Mini Ep. 10: Hooks https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15389178-mini-ep-10-hooks Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 15, 2024

This week we're joined by Charles Harriott! Charles is a BJJ black belt, professional seminar instructor, and content creator. In this episode, Charles introduces a mental model he calls "the 3-fold view of Jiu-Jitsu." We discuss the three lenses through which Charles views Jiu-Jitsu and how these different perspectives work together to help him better understand the art. Follow Charles on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlesharriott Subscribe to Charles on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CharlesHarriott Book seminars & privates with Charles: https://www.charlesharriott.com/ Support Charles on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/charlesharriott Get Charles' instructionals on BJJ Fanatics: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/dvd/fighter_charles-harriott Mental models discussed in this episode: The Map Is Not the Territory https://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Critical Control Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 11, 2024

In this week's mini-episode, we're discussing hooks, the main mechanic behind techniques like butterfly guard. Hooks are a tracking mechanic used to follow your opponent and create opportunities to off-balance them. This is the fifth in a six-part series of mini-episodes we're doing on the core mechanics of Jiu-Jitsu: frames, levers, wedges, clamps, hooks, and posts. Further study: Mini Ep. 6: Frames https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15242269-mini-ep-6-frames Mini Ep. 7: Levers https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15282009-mini-ep-7-levers Mini Ep. 8: Wedges https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15318897-mini-ep-8-wedges Mini Ep. 9: Clamps https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15359561-mini-ep-9-clamps Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 8, 2024

This week we're joined by Jesse Walker! Jesse is a black belt under Chris Haueter and is the head coach at Rough Hands BJJ in Louisville, Kentucky. In this episode, Jesse introduces the paradox of control: a concept teaching us that in order to attack in Jiu-Jitsu, you must sometimes sacrifice control for movement. Follow Jesse and Rough Hands BJJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roughhandsbjj Train with Jesse at Rough Hands BJJ: https://rough-hands.net/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Constant and Variable Tension https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constant-and-variable-tension/ Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Static vs. Dynamic Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Pattern Interrupts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 4, 2024

In this week's mini-episode, we're discussing clamps, the mechanic where you use your limbs to create a closed circuit around your opponent's body. Think closed guard or seatbelt. This is the fourth in a six-part series of mini-episodes we're doing on the core mechanics of Jiu-Jitsu: frames, levers, wedges, clamps, hooks, and posts. Further study: Mini Ep. 6: Frames https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15242269-mini-ep-6-frames Mini Ep. 7: Levers https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15282009-mini-ep-7-levers Mini Ep. 8: Wedges https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15318897-mini-ep-8-wedges Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 1, 2024

This week we're joined by Ben Van Doren! Ben is a Lucas Lepri black belt and the head instructor at Deep Blue Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Caledonia, Michigan. In this episode, Ben draws on his experience as a manager and BJJ gym owner to discuss difficult coaching conversations. This conversation is a great playbook for Jiu-Jisu leaders of all sorts, and how they can productively navigate the difficult conversations that arise on the job with both your students and coaches. Follow Ben and Deep Blue BJJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepbluebrazilianjiujitsu Subscribe to Ben's newsletter on Substack: https://benvandoren.substack.com/ Train with Ben at Deep Blue BJJ: https://www.deepbluebrazilianjiujitsu.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 27, 2024

In this week's mini-episode, we're discussing wedges, and we don't mean pizza! We break down the two types of wedges in Jiu-Jitsu: blocking wedges (used for immobilizing your opponent) and prying wedges (used for breaking open your opponent's defenses). This is the third in a six-part series of mini-episodes we're doing on the core mechanics of Jiu-Jitsu: frames, levers, wedges, clamps, hooks, and posts. Further study: Mini Ep. 6: Frames https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15242269-mini-ep-6-frames Mini Ep. 7: Levers https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15282009-mini-ep-7-levers Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 24, 2024

This week we're joined by Jeff Serafin! Jeff is the head instructor at Serafin BJJ, a partner at Gym 1801, and a black belt under Jack McVicker and Megaton Dias. In this episode, Jeff advocates for fostering a healthy gym culture and reducing dogma in Jiu-Jitsu. Topics include: identifying and avoiding toxic gym cultures, ego management in training, and strategies for pairing students to ensure safety and learning. Follow Jeff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serafinbjj Train with Jeff at Serafin BJJ: https://serafinjiujitsu.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Survivorship Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/ Gamification https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 20, 2024

In this week's mini-episode, we're discussing levers! Levers are force multipliers and the source of leverage in Jiu-Jitsu. In this episode, we talk about the levers of the human body, turning frames into levers, and when levers are less important. This is the second in a six-part series of mini-episodes we're doing on the core mechanics of Jiu-Jitsu: frames, levers, wedges, clamps, hooks, and posts. Further study: Mini Ep. 6: Frames https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15242269-mini-ep-6-frames Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 17, 2024

This week we're joined again by Lyzz "Daemonette" Mitrovic! Lyzz is a multi-time black belt masters world champion and a longtime member of the BJJ Mental Models Premium community. Lyzz will be competing at ADCC this year after earning her entry via victory at ADCC West Coast Trials. In this episode, Lyzz shares what high-level competition camps look like, how to best utilize your competition team, and what to do when your preparation doesn't go according to plan. Follow Lyzz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ms_daemonette Mental models discussed in this episode: Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Advice Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/advice-paradox/ Layers of Strategy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/layers-of-strategy/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Planning Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/planning-paradox/ Visualization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/visualization/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 13, 2024

In this week's mini-episode, we're discussing frames! You probably know what a frame is, but I'm guessing you haven't walked through the concept as in-depth as we'll do here today! Let's talk about how we define a "frame," when we want to use frames, what makes frames useful, and when frames become a liability. This is the first in a six-part series of mini-episodes we're doing on the core mechanics of Jiu-Jitsu: frames, levers, wedges, clamps, hooks, and posts. Further study: Ep. 127: Frames, feat. Matt Kwan https://bjj.plus/127 Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 10, 2024

This week we're joined again by Chris Wojcik! Chris is a black belt under Jeff Serafin and the author of The Grappler's Diary. In this episode, Chris discusses open guard leg entanglement strategies under different rulesets. Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrismwojcik https://www.instagram.com/thegrapplersdiary Subscribe to The Grappler's Diary: https://thegrapplersdiary.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: Everything is Turtle, by Steve Kwan (requires BJJMM Premium) https://bjj.plus/everythingisturtle Don't Stand Up, by Chris Wojcik — BJJ Fanatics https://bjjfanatics.com/products/dont-stand-up-by-chris-wojcik Mental models discussed in this episode: Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Ratchet Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ratchet-control/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Shifting Platforms https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shifting-platforms/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Deliberate Practice https://bjjmentalmodels.com/deliberate-practice/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: ⚠️ 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

Jun 6, 2024

In this week's mini-episode, we're introducing the alignment scorecard! It's a quick way to use Rob Biernacki's alignment framework to "score" your grappling and make smarter grappling decisions faster. This episode builds on the last four mini-episodes about base, posture, structure, and alignment. Further study: BJJMM Mini Ep. 1: Base https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15022850-mini-ep-1-base BJJMM Mini Ep. 2: Posture https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15078064-mini-ep-2-posture BJJMM Mini Ep. 3: Structure https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15121901-mini-ep-3-structure BJJMM Mini Ep. 4: Alignment https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15154544-mini-ep-4-alignment BJJMM Ep. 50: Alignment 2.0, feat. Rob Biernacki https://bjj.plus/50 Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles, feat. Rob Biernacki (exclusively on BJJMM Premium) https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ BJJ Concepts: https://bjjconcepts.net/ Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 3, 2024

This week we're joined again by Cal McDonald! Cal is a BJJ black belt under Rob Biernacki from Island Top Team and is the author of the new "BJJ Foundations" instructional alongside Stephan Kesting from Grapplearts. In this episode, Cal discusses "automatic grappling," or the science of how we can improve our reaction time and make better decisions by thinking less when we train. Email Cal: cal.mcdonald@hotmail.com Get Cal's instructional, BJJ Foundations: https://www.grapplearts.com/bjj-foundations/ Resources discussed in this episode: BJJMM Ep. 93 feat. Cal McDonald: https://bjj.plus/93 The Art of Learning, by Josh Waitzkin https://amzn.to/4bKlk4G Thinking, Fast and Slow, by Daniel Kahneman https://amzn.to/3R8bOk6 Mental models discussed in this episode: Effortful Retrieval https://bjjmentalmodels.com/effortful-retrieval/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Interleaving https://bjjmentalmodels.com/interleaving/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Teach to Learn https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/ Deliberate Practice https://bjjmentalmodels.com/deliberate-practice/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Ecological Dynamics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: ⚠️ 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

May 30, 2024

In this week's mini-episode, we're introducing the concept of alignment! Alignment is Rob Biernacki's simplified concept for understanding Jiu-Jitsu and making smarter grappling decisions faster. This episode builds on the last three mini-episodes about base, posture, and structure. Further study: BJJMM Ep. 1: Alignment https://bjj.plus/1 BJJMM Ep. 50: Alignment 2.0, feat. Rob Biernacki https://bjj.plus/50 Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles, feat. Rob Biernacki (exclusively on BJJMM Premium) https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ BJJ Concepts: https://bjjconcepts.net/ Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

May 27, 2024

This week we're joined by Lucas Wilhan! Lucas is a black belt under Bruno Fernandes and is the head instructor at Lapel Arts in Vancouver, BC, Canada. In this episode, Lucas joins us to break down concepts behind the ankle lock, and to discuss modern innovations and variants around this submission. Follow Lucas, Pauline, and Lapel Arts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucaswilhan https://www.instagram.com/paulibak https://www.instagram.com/lapelarts Check out Lucas' instructional on Teachable: https://lapelartsonline-s-school.teachable.com/ Train with Lucas at Lapel Arts: https://www.lapelarts.ca/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Breaking Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/breaking-mechanics/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 23, 2024

In this week's mini-episode, we're introducing the concept of structure! Structure means the ability to effectively utilize your limbs. This episode builds on the last two mini-episodes about base and posture. Further study: BJJMM Ep. 1: Alignment https://bjj.plus/1 BJJMM Ep. 50: Alignment 2.0, feat. Rob Biernacki https://bjj.plus/50 Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

May 20, 2024

This week we're joined by Dr. Jooyoung Lee! Jooyoung is a BJJ black belt, a Professor of Sociology at the University of Toronto, and an accredited expert in the sociological study of violence. In this episode, Jooyoung discusses the science behind "pulling the trigger" when grappling, how to be more aggressive in the moment, and how to avoid becoming flustered in the face of your opponent's aggression. Follow Jooyoung on social media: https://www.instagram.com/joojitsulee https://www.threads.net/@joojitsulee Jooyoung's website: https://www.jooyoungkimlee.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: Blowin’ Up: Rap Dreams in South Central, by Dr. Jooyoung Lee https://amzn.to/3yz0QO2 Violence: A Micro-sociological Theory, by Randall Collins https://amzn.to/3wGWtQw BJJMM Ep. 275: The Roadhouse Choke, feat. Rob Biernacki https://bjj.plus/275 Body & Soul: Notebooks of an Apprentice Boxer, by Loïc Wacquant https://amzn.to/4bqCPY6 Ways of the Hand, by David Sudnow https://amzn.to/3ynFKCd The Art of Learning, by Josh Waitzkin https://amzn.to/4bKlk4G Mental models discussed in this episode: Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Law of Contrast https://bjjmentalmodels.com/law-of-contrast/ Building Your Triggers https://bjjmentalmodels.com/building-your-triggers/ Visualization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/visualization/ Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ Survival Mode https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survival-mode/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://fac ⚠️ 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

May 16, 2024

In this week's mini-episode, we're introducing the concept of posture! Let's talk about what posture means in the context of Jiu-Jitsu, why it's so important, and how managing posture improves both your defense and offense. This episode builds on last week's mini-episode about base. Further study: BJJMM Ep. 1: Alignment https://bjj.plus/1 BJJMM Ep. 50: Alignment 2.0, feat. Rob Biernacki https://bjj.plus/50 Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

May 13, 2024

This week we're joined by Beatrice Jin! Beatrice is a coach at Kogaion Academy in Virginia, an outstanding brown belt professional competitor, and the operator of America's longest-running women's open mat. In this episode, Beatrice explains how unaggressive grapplers can shed that passive mindset, "stop being nice," and weaponize the strategic meanness needed to excel at high-level Jiu-Jitsu. Follow Beatrice on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/berimbozo Follow Kogaion Academy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kogaion_academy Check out Beatrice's matches on FloGrappling: https://www.flograppling.com/search?q=beatrice%20jin Buy Beatrice's awesome stickers: https://buttscooterjiujitsu.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/ Momentum https://bjjmentalmodels.com/momentum/ Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ You Are What You Train https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Respect Your Opponent https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-your-opponent/ Ulysses Contracts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ulysses-contracts/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 9, 2024

We're launching a brand new mini-podcast! Once a week, we'll publish a brief explanation of a key mental model for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. This week we're talking about base, one of the core elements from Rob Biernacki's theory of alignment. Further study: BJJMM Ep. 1: Alignment https://bjj.plus/1 BJJMM Ep. 50: Alignment 2.0, feat. Rob Biernacki https://bjj.plus/50 Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

May 6, 2024

This week we're joined again by Dominyka Obelenyte! Dom is a black belt under Marcelo Garcia, a 4x black belt and 10x overall world champion, and a longtime BJJ Mental Models collaborator and coach. In this episode, Dominyka breaks down mental models for Jiu-Jitsu gameplanning alongside her new Digitsu instructional, The Art of the Gameplan. Get Dom's gameplanning instructional on Digitsu: https://digitsu.com/programs/art-of-the-gameplan-dominyka-obelenyte Follow Dom on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/domdabomburmom Check out Dominyka's art: https://www.dominyka-art.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: Million Dollar Weekend, by Noah Kagan https://noahkagan.com/mdwbook/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Ecological Dynamics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 30, 2024

Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/

Apr 29, 2024

This week we're joined again by Josh McKinney! Josh is a coach at HeadnodHQ in Illinois and a black belt under Kyle Watson. In this episode, Josh breaks down his "Champions Stay Present" coaching strategy: a mindfulness-based method to help athletes achieve their best performance and mental state. Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoshmckinney Check out the I Suck At Jiu Jitsu Show: https://www.youtube.com/@JoshMcKinney https://www.instagram.com/isuckatjiujitsushow Resources mentioned in this episode: BJJMM Ep. 227: Designated Winners, feat. Josh McKinney https://bjj.plus/227 Essentialism, by Greg McKeown https://gregmckeown.com/books/essentialism/ The Purler Way audio course (requires BJJMM Premium) https://bjjmentalmodels.com/products/the-purler-way-feat-nick-purler/ Headspace https://www.headspace.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Visualization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/visualization/ Hick's Law https://bjjmentalmodels.com/hicks-law/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Ecological Dynamics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/ Cognitive Dissonance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-dissonance/ Building Your Triggers https://bjjmentalmodels.com/building-your-triggers/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 22, 2024

This week we're joined again by Dr. Mike Piekarski! Better known as "Doctor Kickass" on Instagram, Mike is a BJJ black belt under Henry Akins and is a Doctor of Physical Therapy. In this episode, we discuss ways to safely apply the stack pass and reduce your risk of injury while defending it. Follow Mike on social: https://www.instagram.com/doctor_kickass https://www.facebook.com/mike.piekarski.50 Work with Mike: https://linktr.ee/doctor_kickass Mental models discussed in this episode: Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Static vs. Dynamic Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/ Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 15, 2024

This week we're joined by Giles Garcia! Giles is the head coach at Ronin Grappling in Glasgow, Scotland. In this episode, Giles explains why it's so important that coaches help their students simplify their thinking surrounding Jiu-Jitsu. Follow Giles on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/el_guanche Train with Giles at Ronin Grappling: https://roningrappling.com/ Learn from Giles online at BJJ Codex: https://www.bjjcodex.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: White Belt Survival Course w/ Christian Graugart https://youtu.be/vOznf6T9B8I Mental models discussed in this episode: Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Ecological Psychology https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-psychology/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Gamification https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Grip Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grip-inversion/ Priit's 45° Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/priits-45-rule/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ The Map Is Not the Territory https://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 8, 2024

This week we're joined by Stuart Cooper! Stuart is best known for his incredible Jiu-Jitsu documentaries, but he's also an outstanding black belt with a deadly guard passing game. In this episode, Stuart joins us to discuss some of the best styles and strategies for passing the guard. Follow Stuart on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stuartcooperfilms Subscribe to Stuart's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/stuartcooperfilms Support Stuart's work on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/StuartCooperFilms Resources discussed in this episode: Less Impressed More Involved — YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@LIMIBJJ Demetrious Johnson — YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/135mightymouse Mental models discussed in this episode: Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Types of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/types-of-guard/ Mirrored Stances https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mirrored-stances/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Overwhelming Force https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Dilemma https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://f ⚠️ 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

Apr 2, 2024

We're giving you a bonus episode because yesterday's release was an April Fools' Day joke. 🤣 This episode is the second in a new BJJ Mental Models Premium series: Grappling With Confidence. In this episode, we're joined by breakout star and 2023 ADCC European champion Jozef Chen! Jozef discusses the importance of confidence for building resilience, the challenges faced by high-profile grapplers, and strategies for compartmentalization. Follow Jozef on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jozefchenjj Watch Jozef on the B Team YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BTeamJiuJitsu Resources mentioned in this episode: BJJMM Ep. 221: Getting Better Faster, feat. Jozef Chen https://bjj.plus/221 How Jozef Chen is Changing BJJ — Alec Baulding https://youtu.be/p0kK1JlC8Gw BJJMM Ep. 257: Mindset for Betas, feat. Rob Biernacki https://bjj.plus/257 The Chimp Paradox, by Dr. Steve Peters https://amzn.to/43xb8Kb Less Impressed More Involved x BJJMM collab podcast https://bit.ly/3VwYxoi Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 1, 2024

This week we're joined again by Priit Mihkelson, formerly of Defensive BJJ! In this episode, Priit shares some shocking news: he is abandoning his study of defensive Jiu-Jitsu. We discuss Priit's new focus on 100% offensive BJJ, including topics such as: flash submissions, attacking from inside the guard, winning by injury stoppage, and biting mechanics. Follow Priit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/priit_mihkelson Sign up for Defensive BJJ (soon to be rebranded Offensive BJJ): https://defensivebjj.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Submission Over Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/submission-over-position/ Victory by Injury https://bjjmentalmodels.com/victory-by-injury/ Biting Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/biting-mechanics/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 25, 2024

This week we're joined by Mike Jaramillo! Mike is John Danaher's first black belt and the advanced no gi instructor at the Renzo Gracie Academy in New York. In this episode, Mike discusses Jiu-Jitsu's power as a "happy pill" to enhance mental health, combat depression, and bring people together. Follow Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikejaramillo_bjj Follow The Happy Pill Project on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehappypillproject Support The Happy Pill Project: https://linktr.ee/thehappypillproject Support the We Defy Foundation: https://wedefyfoundation.org/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 21, 2024

This episode was originally for BJJ Mental Models Premium subscribers, but you're getting it for free! The Highest Levels is a BJJMM Premium podcast on peak performance hosted by Emily Kwok and Joe Hannan. In this episode, Emily is joined by arguably the greatest pound-for-pound grappler in the history of the sport, Marcelo Garcia. I really don't have any words to describe this one - give it a listen. Follow Marcelo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcelogarciajiujitsu/ Follow Emily on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilykwokbjj/ Follow Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bjj_meditations/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/

Mar 18, 2024

This week we're joined again by Emily Kwok! Emily is a peak performance consultant and multi-time BJJ black belt world champion representing Marcelo Garcia. In this episode, Emily introduces polarity mapping: a powerful tool for understanding nuance and breaking through either/or thinking. We discuss polarities in Jiu-Jitsu, such as: tension/slack, fast/slow, retraction/extension, holding on/letting go, and concepts/techniques. Emily's website: https://www.emilykwok.com/ Emily's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilykwokbjj Resources discussed in this episode: BJJMM Ep. 121: Kegan's Theory of Adult Development, feat. David Zeitler https://bjj.plus/121 Polarity Management, by Barry Johnson https://amzn.to/3PpPMsp Mental models discussed in this episode: Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Shuhari https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Force Compression https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-compression/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 11, 2024

This week we're joined again by Rob Biernacki! Fresh off winning his first world championship at 2023 IBJJF No Gi Worlds in the masters 4 black belt middleweight division, Rob joins us to unveil a new submission he's been developing for the past year: the roadhouse choke. It's a modified throat post choke that Rob recently used successfully in competition, and it's surprisingly legal under most rulesets. Watch Rob's demonstration of the roadhouse choke: https://youtu.be/5-WKLUfG2H4 Watch Rob use the roadhouse choke in competition: https://youtu.be/1AyB89AzkDs Buy Rob's roadhouse choke instructional: https://bjjconcepts.net/roadhouse Follow Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/islandtopteam Mental models discussed in this episode: Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Choking Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/choking-mechanics/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Opening Salvos https://bjjmentalmodels.com/opening-salvos/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 6, 2024

We make a LOT of educational Jiu-Jitsu content here at BJJ Mental Models! Whether you're into our free resources or a BJJMM Premium subscriber, here's a playbook on how to best use ALL our content to become a better grappler. Watch this on YouTube to see the visuals: https://youtu.be/4vbreoHjVR8 Here's a link to the course mentioned in this episode: https://bit.ly/436VPrb Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Use code THANKYOU for 50% off your first month! Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 4, 2024

This week we're joined by David Porter! David is a black belt under Pedro Sauer and manages XCAL Martial Arts in Ashburn, Virginia. In this episode, David discusses the importance of choosing your coaching language carefully. David shares best practices such as: focusing on evergreen mechanics, clarity in language, aligning with student goals, avoiding complacency, and naming conventions. Follow David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lanky_mongoose Train with David at XCAL: https://xcal.com/ Check out David's instructionals on BJJ Fanatics: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/all/fighter_dave-porter Mental models discussed in this episode: Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Tokui Waza https://bjjmentalmodels.com/tokui-waza/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Survivorship Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/ The Map Is Not the Territory https://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/ Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ Naming Concepts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/naming-concepts/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 26, 2024

This week we're joined by black belt and Yoga for BJJ founder Sebastian Brosche! Sebastian joins us to break down one of our favorite strategies: position as submission. The meta is increasingly evolving to appreciate the importance of submission-level pressure. In this episode, we explain why that is and how to do it. Follow Sebastian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogaforbjj Subscribe to Yoga for BJJ on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/yogaforbjj Join Yoga for BJJ: https://yogaforbjj.net/join_us Become a Yoga for BJJ instructor: https://yogaforbjj.teachable.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ 80/20 Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/80-20-rule/ Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Pattern Interrupts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/ Static vs. Dynamic Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 19, 2024

This week, Brother Matt joins us again to break down common Jiu-Jitsu mistakes such as failing to regulate tension, failing to fight for the inside channel, failing to manage the distance, failing to set goals, believing your coach knows everything, and failing to clear your trademark with JT Torres. Follow Matt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onguardbjj Join the On Guard BJJ Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online Resources mentioned in this episode: The Fastest Way: To Become An Effective Guard Passer (No Gi), by John Danaher https://bit.ly/3wnnXKz Longstep Masterclass, by Tainan Dalpra https://bit.ly/42YJSEh Mental models discussed in this episode: Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Constant and Variable Tension https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constant-and-variable-tension/ Force Compression https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-compression/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Seated vs. Supine Guards https://bjjmentalmodels.com/seated-vs-supine-guards/ Layers of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/layers-of-guard/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Phases of Passing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-passing/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: ⚠️ 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

Feb 12, 2024

This week we're joined again by Kristina Barlaan! Kristina is a black belt under Caio Terra, and is a passionate advocate for mental health in the Jiu-Jitsu community. In this episode, Kristina joins us to speak candidly about her personal experiences with high-functioning anxiety as a Jiu-Jitsu coach and athlete. Follow Kristina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kbjiujitsu Email Kristina: kristina@kbjiujitsu.com Connect with Erin Herle for mental performance coaching: https://erinherle.com/ Feb 25 2024: Train with Kristina & Erin in Queens NY! https://www.girls-in-gis.com/events/ (Event is a fundraiser in support of Shama Ko, Program Director at Girls in Gis, during her battle with cancer) Mental models discussed in this episode: Resulting Fallacy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 5, 2024

This week we're joined again by Jeff Shaw! Jeff is the head instructor at Bellingham BJJ and the co-creator of the "Creating Gym Culture" series on BJJ Mental Models Premium. In this episode, Jeff joins us to break down the 3 Joint Rule: a critical mental model for understanding how to control your opponent's limbs. Follow Jeff and Bellingham BJJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffmshaw https://www.instagram.com/bellinghambjj Train with Jeff at Bellingham BJJ: https://bellinghambjj.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: The 3 Joint Rule — BJJ Mental Models https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule/ Creating Gym Culture (requires BJJMM Premium) https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/products/creating-gym-culture-feat-jeff-shaw Mental models discussed in this episode: 3 Joint Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Resulting Fallacy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Double Trouble https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-trouble/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 29, 2024

This week we're joined again by Josh "Kintanon" Wentworth! Josh joins us to break down a powerful and underloved position: the honey badger. This is effectively when you "turtle" inside your opponent's guard and dig for a double under or stack pass. It's an amazing tactic for opening and passing the guard, especially against larger opponents. Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apexconyers/ Argue with Josh on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/kintanon Train with Josh at Apex MMA: https://www.apexconyers.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: Jiu-Jitsu for Hobbits, feat. Josh Wentworth (requires BJJMM Premium): https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/products/jiu-jitsu-for-hobbits-feat-josh-kintanon-wentworth BJJMM Camp 2023 recorded sessions (requires BJJMM Premium): https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/products/camps-seminars Josh's Knee Shield Half Guard instructionals: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/kneeshieldhalf (Gi) https://vimeo.com/ondemand/kneeshieldnogi (No gi) Mental models discussed in this episode: Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Surface Area https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ Leading Edges https://bjjmentalmodels.com/leading-edges/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by ⚠️ 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

Jan 22, 2024

This week we're joined by Edwin "Junny" Ocasio! Fresh off his first world championship win, Junny joins us to expand on a conversation he had with Emily Kwok on The Highest Levels (an ongoing BJJMM Premium podcast). In this episode, Junny explains how he thinks about optimization, when to dig deeper into optimizing an area of his game, and how to avoid over-optimizing. Follow Junny on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/junny_bjj Subscribe to Junny's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/junnyocasio Get Junny's instructionals on BJJ Fanatics: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/instructional-videos/fighter_junny-ocasio Mental models discussed in this episode: Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Diminishing Returns https://bjjmentalmodels.com/diminishing-returns/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Ecological Psychology https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-psychology/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Shuhari https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ You Are What You Train https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Intention https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmental ⚠️ 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

Jan 15, 2024

This week we're joined again by Greg Souders! In this episode, Greg joins us to bust some common Jiu-Jitsu myths, including: the "win or learn" debate, why teaching with "training wheels" doesn't work, the problem with instructionals, and whether belts matter. Follow Greg and Standard Jiu-Jitsu on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gdsouders https://www.instagram.com/standardjiujitsu Resources discussed in this episode: BJJMM Ep. 203: Evidence-Based Coaching, feat. Greg Souders https://bjj.plus/203 BJJMM Ep. 206: How We Learn to Move, feat. Dr. Rob Gray https://bjj.plus/206 The Primal MMA Coaching Podcast https://theprimalmmacoachingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Jim Carrey Karate instructor skit on In Living Color https://youtu.be/h_vvI26NnwE Mental models discussed in this episode: You Are What You Train https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train/ Perception-Action Coupling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/perception-action-coupling/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Critical Control Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Intention https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social ⚠️ 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

Jan 8, 2024

This week we're joined by Alec Baulding! Alec is a black belt under Romero Cavalcanti, an accomplished competitor, and a reputed YouTube content creator. In this episode, Alec shares his thoughts on the journey from Jiu-Jitsu student to teacher. Subscribe to Alec's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/AlecBaulding Follow Alec on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alecbaulding Get Alec's instructionals on his website and BJJ Fanatics: https://www.alecbaulding.com/ https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/alec-baulding Resources mentioned in this episode: How Jozef Chen is Changing BJJ — YouTube https://youtu.be/p0kK1JlC8Gw Instagram accounts suggested by Alec https://www.instagram.com/dubious_dom https://www.instagram.com/jonthomasbjj https://www.instagram.com/heather_morganbjj https://www.instagram.com/giancarlobodoni Mental models discussed in this episode: Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Shuhari https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Gamification https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Teach to Learn https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/ Learning Modalities https://bjjmentalmodels.com/learning-modalities/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjj ⚠️ 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

Jan 1, 2024

This week we're joined again by Erin Herle! Erin is a black belt under Rubens Charles "Cobrinha" and is the founder of #SubmitTheStigma. She's also a mental performance consultant with a Master of Science in Sport and Performance Psychology, which is relevant to our topic of conversation today. In this episode, Erin talks about mental toughness. She explains how mental toughness is an attribute you can train, how many people define it incorrectly, and what to expect when you work with a mental performance consultant. She also explains the limitations of mental performance coaching and the ethical importance of staying within your area of competency. Take Erin's mental toughness quiz: https://www.erinherle.com/mental-toughness-quiz NOTE: Erin is only running this quiz for a limited time. In the future, this link might cease to work. If you get an error accessing the quiz but still want to take it, please contact Erin directly at the social links below. Follow Erin and her programs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinherle https://www.instagram.com/trainyamind https://www.instagram.com/submitthestigma Work with Erin: https://www.erinherle.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Gamification https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: ⚠️ 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

Dec 25, 2023

This week we're joined again by Priit Mihkelson! In this episode, Priit reveals something surprising about the way he runs his gym: he teaches submissions first! This is pretty funny and surprising coming from "the Defensive BJJ guy," but there's a good reason why he does things this way. Listen to learn why. Follow Priit on social: https://www.facebook.com/priit.mihkelson https://www.instagram.com/priit_mihkelson Learn from Priit on Defensive BJJ: https://www.defensivebjj.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ Ecological Psychology https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-psychology/ Gamification https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Perception-Action Coupling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/perception-action-coupling/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Certainty Heuristic https://bjjmentalmodels.com/certainty-heuristic/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com ⚠️ 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

Dec 18, 2023

This week we're joined by Heather Morgan! Heather is a BJJ black belt under André Galvão and a prominent online instructor. In this episode, Heather discusses how she attacks from her favorite guard pass: the knee slice. Follow Heather on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heather_morganbjj/ Subscribe to Heather on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CaptMorgan0820 Check out Heather's knee slice course: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/kneecutcrashcourse Mental models discussed in this episode: Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Surface Area https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Waypoints https://bjjmentalmodels.com/waypoints/ Dilemmas https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Critical Control Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Mirrorred Stances https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mirrored-stances/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 11, 2023

This week we're joined again by Rob Biernacki! In this episode, Rob talks about the concept of gamification, how it optimizes learning, and how both students and coaches can gamify Jiu-Jitsu. Keep an eye on Grapplearts for Rob's upcoming gamification instructional: https://grapplearts.com/ Learn from Rob at BJJ Concepts: https://bjjconcepts.net/ Follow Rob on Instagram: https://instagram.com/islandtopteam Train with Rob at Island Top Team: https://islandtopteam.com/ Resources mentioned in this episode: “Taint-Based Leverage” decal design https://bjjmentalmodels.com/patches-decals Rob Biernacki's Taint Sweep — YouTube https://youtu.be/1WaQsxvafH8 The Art of Learning, by Josh Waitzkin https://www.joshwaitzkin.com/the-art-of-learning BJJMM ep. 185: F**k Your Jiu-Jitsu, feat. Rob Biernacki https://bjj.plus/185 Mental models discussed in this episode: Gamification https://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/ Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Ecological Psychology https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-psychology/ Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ Critical Control Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/ Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://face ⚠️ 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

Dec 4, 2023

This week we're joined by Victor Hugo! Victor is a black belt under the Ribeiro brothers and a multi-time ultra heavyweight world champion. He's also an accomplished businessperson, being both the head coach at Six Blades Jiu-Jitsu in Lake Travis and the founder of several online Jiu-Jitsu brands. In this episode, the big man shares some incredible insights on the intersections between the worlds of business and BJJ. Victor explains how he balances all these projects, how his businesses have supported his competitive career, and the unexpected crossovers he discovered between these two different worlds. Follow Victor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorhugojj/ Train with Victor at Six Blades Lake Travis: https://jiujitsulaketravis.com/ Learn from Victor online at VH Jiu-Jitsu: https://www.vhjiujitsu.com/ Buy Victor's Big Man Flow merch: https://bigmanflow.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Transfer of Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/transfer-of-learning/ Compartmentalization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compartmentalization/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Building Your Triggers https://bjjmentalmodels.com/building-your-triggers/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 27, 2023

This week we're joined by Scott Sievewright! Scott is the head coach at Primal MKE in Milwaukee and the host of the Primal MMA Coaching Podcast. In this episode, Scott shares his pragmatic take on ecological dynamics for beginners and coaches alike. It's a great gentle introduction to eco, covering topics such as: how eco differs from traditional methods, the importance of making mistakes, and why we shouldn't be afraid of developing bad habits. Follow Scott and Primal MKE on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primal_mke/ Listen to Scott on the Primal MMA Coaching podcast: https://theprimalmmacoachingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Ecological Psychology https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-psychology/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Self-Organization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-organization/ Intention https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Training Handicaps https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: ⚠️ 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

Nov 20, 2023

This week we're joined by Dorothy Dao! Dorothy is a competition black belt now training under the Mendes brothers out of AOJ in Costa Mesa, California. Previously Dorothy had trained mostly with larger partners, but at AOJ she's found an elite competition team within her own weight class. In this episode, Dorothy shares how she's found success training with both much larger partners and also competitive athletes her own size. Follow Dorothy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/not_dorothydao Learn more about the Better Fight Fellowship: https://www.betterfight.org/ Follow the Better Fight Fellowship on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterfightfellowship Mental models discussed in this episode: Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Force Compression https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-compression/ Constant and Variable Tension https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constant-and-variable-tension/ Ecological Psychology https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-psychology/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 13, 2023

This week we're joined again by Lachlan Giles! In this episode, Lachlan talks about the philosophy of self-organization, where students take ownership of their own learning journey. We also touch on use cases for Lachlan's amazing platform SUBMETA and his thoughts on ecological dynamics in BJJ. Learn with Lachlan on SUBMETA: https://submeta.io/ Follow Lachlan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachlan_giles/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Self-Organization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-organization/ Ecological Psychology https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-psychology/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 6, 2023

This week we're joined again by Rob Biernacki! Rob is fresh off an amazing performance at ADCC Open Canada 2023, where he won gold in the Masters division and Island Top Team took the #1 overall adult team rating. What makes this so impressive is that in addition to being a small team, they're also mostly hobbyists. In this episode, Rob breaks down his competition mindset: a rejection of the "alpha" tropes we see all over social media. Rob's approach is about trusting in your training, being comfortable with the work done, yielding to the possibility of loss, and identifying as perseverant. Follow Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/islandtopteam/ Join Rob's online academy, BJJ Concepts: https://bjjconcepts.net/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Cognitive Dissonance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-dissonance/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: ⚠️ 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

Oct 30, 2023

This week we're joined again by Stephan Kesting! In this episode, the legendary Grapplearts instructor breaks down key concepts from his latest instructional, Rolling Backtakes for Everyone. Follow Stephan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephan_kesting/ Resources mentioned in this episode: The Dope Mount, The Easiest Way to Get to the Mount —Stephan Kesting https://youtu.be/hhZx5ZFhSQw Rolling Backtakes for Everyone, by Stephan Kesting https://www.grapplearts.com/rolling-backtakes-for-everyone/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Static vs. Dynamic Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Critical Control Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 23, 2023

This week we're joined by Chris Wojcik! Chris is a black belt under Jeff Serafin, an accomplished competitor, and the writer of the popular BJJ newsletter The Grappler's Diary. In this episode, Chris talks about the evolving standup game in competition Jiu-Jitsu, involving a hybrid of wrestling, Judo, and BJJ. Subscribe to the Grappler's Diary on Substack: https://chrismwojcik.substack.com/ Get Chris' free ebook: https://christophermwojcik.com/learn-bjj-faster/ Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrismwojcik/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Tokui Waza https://bjjmentalmodels.com/tokui-waza/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 16, 2023

This week we're joined again by Drew Foster! Drew Foster is a black belt instructor at Elevate MMA in North Carolina, the host of The Neon Belly Podcast, and a frequent contributor on /r/bjj under the alias Darce_Knight. In this episode, Drew discusses a topic we've wanted to get into for a long time: impostor syndrome. Oxford Dictionary defines impostor syndrome as "the persistent inability to believe that one's success is deserved or has been legitimately achieved as a result of one's own efforts or skills." Follow Drew Foster on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewdarce Listen to Drew on The Neon Belly Podcast: https://theneonbelly.buzzsprout.com/ Check out Drew's contributions on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Darce_Knight/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Double Down on Strengths https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-down-on-strengths/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Reflecting "As If" https://bjjmentalmodels.com/reflecting-as-if/ Loss Aversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/loss-aversion/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 9, 2023

In this episode, we're joined by Joe Hannan! Joe is a BJJ black belt under Emily Kwok, the founder of BJJ Meditations, and the co-host of The Highest Levels on BJJ Mental Models Premium. In this episode, Joe discusses the importance of finding meaning in your Jiu-Jitsu journey. Follow Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bjj_meditations/ Listen to the BJJ Meditations Podcast: https://www.bjjmeditations.com/podcast Subscribe to BJJ Meditations on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bjjmeditations3786 Visit the BJJ Meditations website: https://www.bjjmeditations.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: The Art of Learning, by Josh Waitzkin: https://www.joshwaitzkin.com/the-art-of-learning Awakening from the Meaning Crisis, by John Vervaeke: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLND1JCRq8Vuh3f0P5qjrSdb5eC1ZfZwWJ Mental models discussed in this episode: Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 2, 2023

In this episode, Brother Matt joins us to discuss his coaching experience with ecological dynamics and drilling. We also get into whether the discourse surrounding the ecological approach in Jiu-Jitsu is productive or toxic. Check out The Essential Jiu-Jitsu Podcast with Brother Matt: https://ejjp.show/ Subscribe to EJJP on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheEssentialJiuJitsuPodcast Check out the On Guard online academy: https://onguardbjj.com/ Zara Can Do Jiu-Jitsu: https://amzn.to/46tACIH Resources discussed in this episode: BJJMM episode 206 feat. Dr. Rob Gray: https://bjj.plus/206 How We Learn to Move, by Dr. Rob Gray: https://amzn.to/3E5tg1o Mental models discussed in this episode: Ecological Psychology https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-psychology/ Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ Interleaving https://bjjmentalmodels.com/interleaving/ You Are What You Train https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train/ Effortful Retrieval https://bjjmentalmodels.com/effortful-retrieval/ Differential Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/differential-learning/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 25, 2023

This week we're joined by Kristian Woodmansee! Kristian is a black belt under André Galvão, the founder of Logic BJJ Online, and the head instructor at Logic Philly. In this episode, Kristian explains his ladder system for guard passing: a simple concept that helps anyone better understand best practices for passing the guard. Follow Kristian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/logicbjjonline/ Subscribe to Logic BJJ Online: https://logicbjjonline.com/ Train with Kristian at Logic Philly: https://logicphilly.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ The Map Is Not the Territory https://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Grip Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grip-inversion/ Phases of Passing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-passing/ Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 18, 2023

This week we're joined by Riley Stearns! Riley is a BJJ black belt under Shawn Williams, and a film director best known for The Art of Self-Defense, starring Jesse Eisenberg. In this episode, Riley shares his advice on achieving work-life balance, and how to maximize your enjoyment of Jiu-Jitsu without letting it take over your life. Follow Riley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rileystearns/ Check out Riley's Jiu-Jitsu project, Hobbyist: https://www.instagram.com/hobbyistinc/ Watch Riley's films: The Art of Self-Defense: https://bit.ly/3Zdncy7 (HBO Max) https://bit.ly/3t01bqc (Apple TV) Faults: https://bit.ly/3PcjpfT (Amazon Prime) Dual: https://bit.ly/3RlT9Cw (Hulu) Mental models discussed in this episode: First Principles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/first-principles/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Teach to Learn https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 11, 2023

"I truly believe I can create luck." That's something you'll hear if you listen to interviews with Wesley Seek. Wesley, better known by his handle LambySeries - or Lamby for short - is a world-class competitive card gamer, previously achieving Grandmaster status in Hearthstone and currently considered the best Marvel Snap player in the world. This episode serves two purposes. First, to feed Steve's crippling Marvel Snap addiction. And second, to give Lamby a platform to share his sport-agnostic advice on creating luck, shaping the meta, and playing through tilt. Follow Lamby on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lambyseriestv Follow Lamby on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LambySeriesGG Subscribe to Lamby's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lambyseriesgaming Join Lamby's Discord: https://discord.gg/aHjyMnvNQh Mental models discussed in this episode: Table Selection http://bjjmentalmodels.com/table-selection/ Predictable Responses http://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Asymmetric Warfare http://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Kaizen http://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Investing in Loss http://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Shuhari http://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ Do What Works http://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Beginner's Mind http://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Mindfulness http://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Building Your Triggers http://bjjmentalmodels.com/building-your-triggers/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 4, 2023

This week we're joined by Shawn Williams! Shawn is a black belt under Renzo Gracie, and is both a renowned competitor and teacher. In this episode, Shawn Williams explains his "closed loop" strategy for Jiu-Jitsu, wherein you're always advancing without compromising position. Follow Shawn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnwilliamsbjj/ Visit Shawn's website: https://shawnwilliamsbjj.tv/ Visit Shawn's digital academy: https://jiujitsuedu.com/ Buy Shawn's instructionals: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/shawn-williams Mental models discussed in this episode: Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Windows of Opportunity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/windows-of-opportunity/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Teach to Learn https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 28, 2023

This week we're joined by Anthony "El Toro" Birchak! Anthony is a UFC, Bellator, and Rizin MMA veteran, as well as a BJJ black belt under Casey Halstead. In this episode, Anthony draws on his wrestling background to explain the importance of wrestling, both mentally and technically, in Jiu-Jitsu. Follow Anthony on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abirchakmma/ Follow Anthony on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnthonyBirchak/ Train with Anthony at 10th Planet Tucson: https://www.10thplanettucson.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 21, 2023

This week we're joined by Alexander Darwin! Alexander is a black belt at Boston Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and is best known as the author of the BJJ-inspired sci-fi/fantasy novel, The Combat Codes. In this episode, Alexander talks about the ethos of keeping it playful: a statement we've all heard before, but also a philosophy that significantly increases your enjoyment of — and performance in — Jiu-Jitsu over the long term. Follow Alexander and The Combat Codes on social: https://www.instagram.com/combatcodes/ https://www.facebook.com/CombatCodes/ https://twitter.com/combatcodes Read The Combat Codes on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Combat-Codes/dp/0316493007 Listen to The Combat Codes on Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Combat-Codes-Audiobook/B0BJ56BWCQ Mental models discussed in this episode: Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Emotional Contagion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/emotional-contagion/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 14, 2023

This week we're joined by Shama Ko! Shama is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Penny Thomas and is best known for her role as Program Director at Girls in Gis. In this episode, Shama shares advice on the obstacles we encounter in our Jiu-Jitsu journey, and the power of community in overcoming them. Follow Shama on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shamasko/ Visit the Girls in Gis website: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/ Follow Girls in Gis on social: https://www.instagram.com/girlsingis/ https://twitter.com/_girls_in_gis_ https://www.facebook.com/GirlsinGis/ Subscribe to Girls in Gis on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/GirlsinGis Listen to the Girls in Gis Podcast: https://www.girls-in-gis.com/girls-in-gis-podcast/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Permission Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/permission-paradox/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 7, 2023

This week we're joined by Shanti Abelha! Shanti is a multi-time black belt world champion, management consultant, and head coach at Hive BJJ in Copenhagen. In this episode, Shanti draws upon her business management experience to introduce lean methodologies and explain how they can transfer to skill development in BJJ. Follow Shanti on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shantibjj/ Train with Shanti at Hive BJJ: https://hivebjj.com/ Resources discussed in this episode: Toyota Kata, feat. Mike Rother — YouTube https://youtu.be/ARbMvYQaRGg Mental models discussed in this episode: Shuhari https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 31, 2023

This week we're joined by David Figueroa-Martinez! David is a black belt, instructor, and writer training out of Gracie La Mesa in California. In this episode, David discusses how Jiu-Jitsu, while not a replacement for therapy, can still be a powerful tool for assisting in trauma recovery. Follow David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dfm.2099/ David's website: https://dfm2099.me/ Dawnbreakers BJJ: https://www.dawnbreakersbjj.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Emotional Contagion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/emotional-contagion/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 24, 2023

This week we're joined again by Brandon Mccaghren! In this episode, Brandon breaks down the concepts behind an essential 10th Planet guard: the lockdown. Follow Brandon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonmc.ninja/ Subscribe to Brandon's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@brandonmcninja Get Brandon's lockdown instructional at BMAC academy: https://bmac.mykajabi.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Prevention Over Cure https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Shuhari https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ Center of Gravity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/center-of-gravity/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ First Principles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/first-principles/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 17, 2023

This week we're joined by Dr. Nate Zinsser! Nate shares the confidence-building guidance from his essential book, The Confident Mind. Get Nate's book, The Confident Mind: https://www.natezinsser.com/book Nate's website: https://www.natezinsser.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Mental Gatekeeping https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mental-gatekeeping/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Resulting Fallacy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Flow https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Law of Contrast https://bjjmentalmodels.com/law-of-contrast/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Technique Visualization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-visualization/ Reflecting "As If" https://bjjmentalmodels.com/reflecting-as-if/ Permission Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/permission-paradox/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Plus, Minus, Equals https://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 10, 2023

This week we're joined by Priit Mihkelson! In this episode, Priit explains recent developments in what he calls "sideways open guard:" a supine guard where your body is tilted to the side. It's an emerging position being used by competitors such as Lachlan Giles. Follow Priit on social: https://www.instagram.com/priit_mihkelson/ https://www.facebook.com/priit.mihkelson/ Sideways Open Guard — BJJ Fanatics: https://bit.ly/46HGUFi Defensive BJJ: https://www.defensivebjj.com/ Resources referenced in this episode: Jon Thomas Instagram reels: https://bit.ly/3JK95cP https://bit.ly/3D1tVkq André Galvão vs. Braulio Estima, ADCC 2013 https://youtu.be/Gui5wWJA4gI Mental models discussed in this episode: Seated vs. Supine Guards https://bjjmentalmodels.com/seated-vs-supine-guards/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: ⚠️ 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

Jul 3, 2023

This week we're joined by Greg Sirico! Greg is a Marcelo Garcia black belt and is the head instructor at Odyssey BJJ in Atlanta, Georgia. In this episode, Greg explains how regular folks who aren't BJJ celebrities or world champions can build successful and thriving Jiu-Jitsu careers. Follow Greg on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregsirico/ Follow Odyssey BJJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/odysseyjiujitsu/ Odyssey BJJ website: https://odysseybjj.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Double Down on Strengths https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-down-on-strengths/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Solid Foundation, Flexible Perimeter https://bjjmentalmodels.com/solid-foundation-flexible-perimeter/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 26, 2023

This week we're joined by Steph Gaudreau! Steph is a popular strength coach, performance nutritionist, and Jiu-Jitsu athlete. In this episode, Steph shares her playbook on performance nutrition for "regular people:" those of us who train for fun and not as a profession. Follow Steph on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steph_gaudreau/ Steph's website: https://www.stephgaudreau.com/ Listen to Steph on the Fuel Your Strength Podcast: https://www.stephgaudreau.com/fuel-your-strength-podcast/ Resources discussed in this episode: Atomic Habits, by James Clear: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits Mental models discussed in this episode: Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ Certainty Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/certainty-bias/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 19, 2023

This week we're joined by Mandy Schneider! Mandy is an up-and-coming young competitive Jiu-Jitsu athlete training out of Dallas, Texas. Despite her young age, she's no stranger to adversity: Mandy has been very vocal about her personal experiences with the dark side of Jiu-Jitsu, including her battles with predatory instructors and mental health. Recently, Mandy shared that she "lost sight of herself for awhile" due to the pressures from full-time competition and her personal life. In this episode, Mandy shares her experience and explains how she came back and regained her passion for the sport. Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandynschneider/ Resources discussed in this episode: The Champion's Mind, by James Afremow https://amzn.to/46bvvO4 Mindset, by Carol Dweck https://amzn.to/3qQk7a7 Mental models discussed in this episode: Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Mental Gatekeeping https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mental-gatekeeping/ Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Law of Contrast https://bjjmentalmodels.com/law-of-contrast/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Resulting Fallacy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Compartmentalization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compartmentalization/ Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 12, 2023

This week we're joined again by Valerie "Valhalla" Worthington! In addition to being a black belt and OG in women's BJJ, Valerie holds a PhD in Educational Psychology and teaches coaching at Saybrook University. In this episode, Valerie explains the importance of empathetic thinking for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coaches and students alike. Follow Valerie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worthingtonvalerie/ Email Valerie: worthingtonvalerie500@gmail.com Resources discussed in this episode: Training Wheels, by Valerie Worthington: https://amzn.to/43O2cPs The Platinum Rule, by Tony Alessandra: https://amzn.to/3CEgUgB Cody Rhodes on "seeing race:" https://bit.ly/45Xc1ww Mental models discussed in this episode: Survivorship Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/ The Golden Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/golden-rule/ Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 5, 2023

This week we're joined by Gant Grimes! Gant is a black belt training out of Red River Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Wichita Falls, Texas. He holds black belts in BJJ, JJJ, and Judo, and has 30 years of martial arts experience. In this episode, Gant shares his belief that good Jiu-Jitsu looks like a bad marriage: know what makes them happy, and take it away. Contact Gant: kosotobjj@gmail.com Mental models discussed in this episode: Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Defense Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defense-paradox/ Ecological Psychology https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-psychology/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Solid Frames https://bjjmentalmodels.com/solid-frames/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Jita Kyoei https://bjjmentalmodels.com/jita-kyoei/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.co ⚠️ 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

May 29, 2023

This week we're joined again by Jon Thomas! In this episode, Jon draws on his guard expertise to share mental models and best practices for gripfighting from the bottom. Follow Jon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonthomasbjj/ Subscribe to Jon's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JonThomasBJJ Check out Jon's website for instructionals: https://www.jonthomasbjj.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Intention https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 24, 2023

Welcome to a BRAND NEW podcast for BJJ Mental Models Premium subscribers! Going forward you'll need to be a BJJMM Premium subscriber to get this podcast, but we're giving you this first episode for free! We're proud to introduce "Less Impressed More Instructionals," a new premium podcast by Jake Luigi. Jake is the mind behind Less Impressed More Involved, arguably the best analytical BJJ resource on YouTube. Once per month, Jake will give you his full recap on the instructionals he's been studying. Think of this podcast like a Coles Notes or Spark Notes for Jiu-Jitsu instructionals. Jake will explain the best new instructionals available, the key lessons they teach, and ultimately where he'd recommend them. This podcast could potentially save you thousands of dollars, and hundreds of hours of study time. In this first episode, Jake talks about his studies into open guard. Instructionals referenced: John Danaher: New Wave Open Guard Volume 1 New Wave Open Guard Volume 2 Gordon Ryan: Thou Shall Not Pass Systematically Attacking From Open Guard Supine Position Lachlan Giles (SubMeta): Open Guard Retention Leg Drag Retention Want more of this podcast? Sign up for BJJ Mental Models Premium and you'll get the Less Impressed More Instructionals podcast, PLUS all the other Premium perks we offer! This includes 50+ hours of Jiu-Jitsu audio masterclasses, direct video coaching from our black belt review team, access to the internet's best BJJ community, and tons more perks and freebies. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more Less Impressed More Involved? Subscribe to Less Impressed More Involved on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LIMIBJJ Follow Jake Luigi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorthairedjake/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/

May 22, 2023

This week we're joined again by Chris "The Villain" Paines! Chris is a BJJ Globetrotter and a black belt under Priit Mihkelson. In this week's episode, Chris shares his strategies for gripfighting from the top. Watch Chris' viral YouTube video, "How to Defend Everything:" https://youtu.be/BWitv9AKoNU Buy Chris' instructionals on BJJ Fanatics: https://bit.ly/43bQXzW Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisvillainbjj/ Subscribe to Chris on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChrisPainesBJJ Support Chris on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Vilaobjj Mental models discussed in this episode: Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Phases of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Phases of Passing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-passing/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Center of Gravity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/center-of-gravity/ 3 Joint Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule/ Prevention Over Cure https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmode ⚠️ 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

May 15, 2023

This week we're joined by Josh "Kintanon" Wentworth! Josh is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, the head instructor at Apex MMA in Georgia, and a longtime presence on forums like Bullshido and Reddit. Josh is a small guy in a gym full of giants, and normally competes at light featherweight. In this episode, Josh shares concepts and strategies for smaller grapplers who want to be effective against much larger opponents. Troll Josh on Reddit: https://reddit.com/u/kintanon Train with Josh at Apex MMA in Georgia: https://www.apexconyers.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Types of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/types-of-guard/ Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Overwhelming Force https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/ Static vs. Dynamic Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/ Force Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-vectors/ Surface Area https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ You Are What You Train https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

May 8, 2023

This week we're joined by James "300" Foster! James is a 3x black belt masters world champion, 4th degree black belt under Giva Santana, and the head coach at Foster Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He's also a big boy! In this episode, James shares mental models and training strategies for larger grapplers. Follow James on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james300foster/ Subscribe to James' YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@James300Foster Train with James: http://fosterbjj.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Phases of Passing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-passing/ Layers of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/layers-of-guard/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 1, 2023

This week we're joined again by Mike Mahaffey! In addition to being "the Old Bastard Jiu-Jitsu guy," Mike is a black belt under Chris Haueter. In this episode, Mike shares how all of us (especially us older grapplers) can reduce our risk of injury while remaining effective at Jiu-Jitsu. Follow Mike on Instagram: https://instagram.com/oldbastardbjj/ Listen to Mike's prior appearance on BJJMM: https://bjj.plus/191 Mental models discussed in this episode: Short-Term / Long-Term Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/short-term-long-term-paradox/ Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Table Selection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/table-selection/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Tipping Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/tipping-points/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://in ⚠️ 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

Apr 24, 2023

This week we're joined again by fan-favorite Emily Kwok! Emily is a 4x black belt world champion (2x adult, 2x masters) and a black belt under Marcelo Garcia. In this episode, Emily explains how a mindset of abundance (as opposed to scarcity) is essential not just for our individual development, but also the development of the entire sport. Follow Emily on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilykwokbjj/ Connect with Emily for coaching: https://www.emilykwok.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Table Selection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/table-selection/ Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 17, 2023

This week we're joined by two living legends requiring no introduction: Dominyka Obelenyte and Rafael Lovato Jr.! Both multi-time world champions in their own right, Dominyka and Rafael lead an awesome panel conversation about how each generation of Jiu-Jitsu athletes inspires the next. Follow Dominyka on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/domdabomburmom/ Follow Rafael Lovato Jr. on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovatojrbjj/ Learn from Rafael Lovato Jr. on his site, Timeless Jiu-Jitsu: https://timelessjiujitsu.com/ Timeless Jiu-Jitsu on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/626467251528075 Timeless Jiu-Jitsu on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timeless_jiujitsu/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Intention https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Stress & Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Compounding https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compounding/ Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ Short-term/Long-term Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/short-term-long-term-paradox/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 10, 2023

This week we're joined by Josh McKinney! Josh is a coach at HeadnodHQ in Illinois and a black belt under Kyle Watson. In this episode, Josh talks about "designated winners," a collaborative training concept he popularized which has come up on BJJ Mental Models recently. Listen to Josh's podcast, the I Suck At Jiu-Jitsu Show: https://anchor.fm/isuckatjiujitsushow Train with Josh at HeadnodHQ in Illinois: https://headnodhq.com/ Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoshmckinney/ Email Josh: josh@simplifyingjiujitsu.com Mental models discussed in this episode: Jita Kyoei https://bjjmentalmodels.com/jita-kyoei/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Learning Modalities https://bjjmentalmodels.com/learning-modalities/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ Teach to Learn https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/ You Are What You Train https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Mental Gatekeeping https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mental-gatekeeping/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 3, 2023

This week we're joined again by two fan favorites, Rob Biernacki and Stephan Kesting! In this episode, Rob and Stephan discuss the evolving landscape of the leglock game and how things have changed in the past few years. Get Rob & Stephan's new instructional, Cutting Edge Leglocks: https://www.grapplearts.com/cutting-edge-leglocks/ Follow Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/islandtopteam/ Follow Stephan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephan_kesting/ Check out the Grapplearts site and app: https://grapplearts.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Double Trouble https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-trouble/ Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Direct vs. Proxy Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/direct-vs-proxy-control/ 3 Joint Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule/ Single vs. Double Lever Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/single-vs-double-lever-control/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 1, 2023

In this special episode, we're joined again by fan-favorite Rob Biernacki to announce his exciting new course. Follow Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/islandtopteam/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/

Mar 27, 2023

This week we're joined again by Brother Matt! We have a great chat on mental models and strategies regarding waypoints, j-points, and positional camping. Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! by Matt Kwan: https://amzn.to/3Z7kR6e On Guard BJJ Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Resources mentioned in this episode: Less Impressed More Involved — YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@LIMIBJJ Less Impressed More Half Guard Passing https://limibjj.mykajabi.com/ Jozef Chen on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jozefchenjj/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Waypoints https://bjjmentalmodels.com/waypoints/ Head Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/head-position/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 20, 2023

This week we're joined by Thomas Rozdzynski! Thomas is the Head Instructor at RŌL Academy in Illinois, and is the host of the RŌL Radio podcast. In this episode, Thomas draws on his experience as a coach to teach how other coaches can maximize the success of their students. Follow Thomas on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rozdzynskibjj/ Listen to Thomas on the RŌL Radio podcast: https://www.therolradio.com/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 13, 2023

This week we're joined by Eli Knight! Eli is a black belt under Royce Gracie and is a prolific online BJJ instructor. In this episode, Eli breaks down concepts behind an underloved aspect of Jiu-Jitsu: compression locks. Follow Eli on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knight_jiu_jitsu_/ Subscribe to Eli on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KnightJiuJitsu Get Eli's Compression Locks instructional on BJJ Fanatics: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/crushing-compression-locks-by-eli-knight Support Eli on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knightjiujitsu Get Eli's instructionals on Jiu Jitsu X: https://jiujitsux.com/profile/eliknight173gmail-com/ Get Eli's content on Budo Brothers: https://budobrothers.tv/categories/eli-knight Mental models discussed in this episode: Breaking Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/breaking-mechanics/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Choking Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/choking-mechanics/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 6, 2023

This week we're joined by Jozef Chen! Jozef is a member of the B Team and has been a BJJ Mental Models community member since the early days. Jozef is also known for how rapidly he developed his skillset as a Jiu-Jitsu athlete. In this episode, Jozef shares his method, with some great insights into Josh Waitzkin's work, growth versus performance, innovators versus honers, competitive esports, and other cool avenues you might not have considered in your learning journey. Follow Jozef on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jozefchenjj/ Resources discussed in this episode: The Art of Learning, by Josh Waitzkin https://amzn.to/3XilAkq The Will to Keep Winning, by Daigo "The Beast" Umehara https://amzn.to/41zTDYq The Two Types of Gamers (Honers vs. Innovators) — Core-A Gaming https://youtu.be/C3q5nSqGXr4 Mental models discussed in this episode: Form to Leave Form http://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Making Smaller Circles http://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ Shuhari http://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ Investing in Loss http://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Path of Least Resistance http://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Plus, Minus, Equals http://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals/ Transfer of Learning http://bjjmentalmodels.com/transfer-of-learning/ Beginner's Mind http://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Growth Mindset http://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Train With Purpose http://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 4, 2023

In this special bonus episode, Andrew Wiltse from Daisy Fresh and Wiltse Bros BJJ joins us for a raw and transparent conversation about mental health, the future of Jiu-Jitsu, and how we can best support our athletes. Wiltse Bros. on BJJ Fanatics: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/instructional-videos/fighter_andrew-wiltse Wiltse Bros. on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WiltseBrothersBJJ Wiltse Bros. on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WiltseBrothersBJJ/ Resource mentioned in this episode: How to Win, by Rafael Lovato Jr. https://www.timelessjiujitsu.com/how-to-win Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/

Feb 27, 2023

This week we're joined by Rachel Ranschau! Rachel is a black belt under André Galvão and an avid Jiu-Jitsu note-taker. In this episode, Rachel shares her approach to note-taking, and explains how it accelerates information retention and skill development. Follow Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelranschau/ Check out Rachel's Jiu Jitsu X instructional, Systematically Starting Sleeves: https://bit.ly/3Z6nwgA Mental models discussed in this episode: Effortful Retrieval https://bjjmentalmodels.com/effortful-retrieval/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Extreme Ownership https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Intention https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention/ Naming Concepts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/naming-concepts/ Spaced Repetition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/spaced-repetition/ Ulysses Contracts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ulysses-contracts/ Learning Modalities https://bjjmentalmodels.com/learning-modalities/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 20, 2023

This week we're joined by Jake Luigi! Jake is best known as the creator of the hugely popular BJJ YouTube channel, Less Impressed More Involved. In this episode, Jake explains his analytical approach, which he used to create one of the most essential Jiu-Jitsu resources on YouTube. A great listen for anyone interested in research and tape study. Jake's YouTube channel - Less Impressed More Involved: https://www.youtube.com/@LIMIBJJ Jake's podcast - 1-800-BJJ-HELP: https://1800bjjhelp.buzzsprout.com/ Jake's instructional - Less Impressed More Half Guard Passing: https://limibjj.mykajabi.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Resulting Fallacy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ 80/20 Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/80-20-rule/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Intention https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 13, 2023

This week we're joined by Amanda Bruse! Amanda is a new black belt under André Galvão, and just joined the BJJ Mental Models review team! In this episode, Amanda provides some great perspective on how competitors can navigate competition anxiety. Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandabruse.bjj/ Book referenced on the podcast: Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience, by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi https://amzn.to/3W8v8xs Mental models discussed in this episode: Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ You Are What You Train https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train/ Technique Visualization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-visualization/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Perception-Action Coupling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/perception-action-coupling/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Law of Contrast https://bjjmentalmodels.com/law-of-contrast/ Flow https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/ Building Your Triggers https://bjjmentalmodels.com/building-your-triggers/ Reflecting "As If" https://bjjmentalmodels.com/reflecting-as-if/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://fa ⚠️ 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

Feb 6, 2023

This week we're joined again by BJJMM team member and fan favorite Margot Ciccarelli! They call her "The Nomadic Mars" for a reason: Margot has lived the nomadic lifestyle and has trained at gyms all around the world. In this episode, Margot shares her tips for becoming a world-class athlete from anywhere in the world. Follow Margot on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/margotciccarelli/ Get coaching from Margot: https://margotciccarelli.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Intention https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention/ Idea Communism https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Plus, Minus, Equals https://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 30, 2023

This week we're joined by Taylor Biagi! Taylor is the founder and head instructor at Taylor Biagi Jiu Jitsu in Chicago. In this episode, Steve and Taylor talk about how instructors learn, and how their learning journey is different from that of a student. Follow Taylor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorbiagibjj/ Taylor's website: https://taylorbiagijiujitsu.com/ Taylor's email: info@taylorbiagijiujitsu.com Resources referenced in this podcast: The Danaher Diaries, by Heroes of the Art https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087MD1M33 Ep. 214: Mental Performance Coaching, feat. Justin Su'a https://bjj.plus/214 Ep. 207: The Kaboom Kids BJJ Framework, feat. Kabir Bath https://bjj.plus/207 Mental models discussed in this episode: Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ First Principles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/first-principles/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Naming Concepts https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/naming-concepts/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Training Handicaps https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/ Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Mental Gatekeeping https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mental-gatekeeping/ Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: ⚠️ 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

Jan 23, 2023

This week we're joined by Jorgen Matsi! Jorgen is an Estonian BJJ black belt with a background in sports psychology. In this episode, Jorgen explains how coaches and students can use incentive systems and triggers to direct skill development. Book referenced in this episode: Applying Educational Psychology in Coaching Athletes, by Jeffrey J. Huber https://amzn.to/3H6ZsUU Watch Jorgen teach on BJJ Globetrotters in Action: https://bit.ly/3ZIm1q4 Follow Jorgen on social media: https://www.instagram.com/jorgenmatsi/ https://www.facebook.com/jorgenmatsi/ https://twitter.com/jorgenmatsi Jorgen's gym in Estonia, Spordiklubi Võimla: https://voimla.ee/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Ecological Psychology https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-psychology/ Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Goodhart's Law https://bjjmentalmodels.com/goodharts-law/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Survivorship Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://i ⚠️ 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

Jan 16, 2023

This week we're joined by Justin Su'a! Justin is the Head of Mental Performance with the Tampa Bay Rays. In this episode, Justin draws on his world-class experience to discuss how coaches can help their athletes achieve peak performance. Follow Justin on social media: https://www.instagram.com/justinsua/ https://twitter.com/Justinsua https://www.facebook.com/justin.sua/ Books discussed in this episode: Mindset, by Carol Dweck https://amzn.to/3IJEXyE Flow, by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi https://amzn.to/3W8v8xs The Art of Learning, by Josh Waitzkin https://amzn.to/3XilAkq Mental models discussed in this episode: Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Resulting Fallacy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Flow https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Mental Gatekeeping https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mental-gatekeeping/ Building Your Triggers https://bjjmentalmodels.com/building-your-triggers/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjm ⚠️ 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

Jan 9, 2023

This week we're joined by Lyzz "Daemonette" Mitrovic! Fresh off winning gold in black belt masters at the 2022 IBJJF Worlds, Lyzz joins us to talk about something she (and all of us, really) battle with: perfectionism. Follow Lyzz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ms_daemonette/ Follow Lyzz on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ekfoster Mental models discussed in this episode: Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 2, 2023

This week we’re joined by Jordan Preisinger! Jordan is a BJJ black belt best known for his YouTube channel, Jordan Teaches Jiujitsu. In this episode, Jordan shares his thoughts on scrambles, and how to do them safely. Subscribe to Jordan Teaches Jiujitsu on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JordanTeachesJiujitsu Listen to Jordan's podcast, Talk-Jitsu: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1992689 Follow Jordan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanteachesjiujitsu/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Microtransitions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/microtransitions/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 26, 2022

This week we’re joined by Adam Haidary! Adam is the co-founder of Effective Fitness Combatives and the creator of the popular Instagram account PolicePosts. In this episode, Adam shares how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can be integrated with law enforcement officer (LEO) training. Effective Fitness Combatives website: https://www.efcombatives.com/ Effective Fitness Combatives on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/efcombatives PolicePosts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/policeposts Effective Fitness Combatives app: https://www.efcombatives.com/app Mental models discussed in this episode: Theory of Alignment: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 19, 2022

This week we’re joined again by Dr. David Ley! Dr. Ley is a Gracie Barra black belt and a leading psychotherapist in New Mexico. In this episode, Dr. Ley gives us a primer on cognitive behavioral therapy. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, is an effective tool for treating anxiety, depression, and many mental health disorders. It’s also a great tool for general lifestyle and mindset improvement, and in this episode Dr. Ley shares some advice on how CBT can be beneficial to grapplers. Follow Dr. David Ley on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrDavidLey Contact Dr. Ley through his website: https://www.davidleyphd.com/ Books referenced in this episode: Atomic Habits, by James Clear: https://amzn.to/3Bnc8DB Descartes’ Error, by Antonio Damasio: https://amzn.to/3iUTr43 Dummies books by Charles H. Elliott: https://amzn.to/3Ydzqpk Mental models discussed in this episode: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-behavioral-therapy/ Defensive Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Law of Contrast https://bjjmentalmodels.com/law-of-contrast/ Technique Visualization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-visualization/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmo ⚠️ 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

Dec 12, 2022

This week we're joined by Sheena Osborne! Sheena is an advanced care paramedic and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt. In this episode, Sheena shares highlights from the stress management program she teaches to her fellow first responders. It's a great dive into human factors, stress response, and performance in stressful situations. Follow Sheena on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheena_osborne/ Follow Sheena on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sheena.osborne.7 Headspace video referenced in the podcast: https://youtu.be/iN6g2mr0p3Q Mental models discussed in this episode: Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Stress & Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Mental Gatekeeping https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mental-gatekeeping/ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-behavioral-therapy/ Emotional Contagion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/emotional-contagion/ Reflecting "As If" https://bjjmentalmodels.com/reflecting-as-if/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 5, 2022

This week we're joined again by fan-favorite Robert Degle! In this episode, Robert brings both his Jiu-Jitsu and philosophy backgrounds to the table to discuss some of the trickier questions around rules and ethics. What is stalling, and should there be rules against it? Is it acceptable to apply submissions with the intent to injure your opponent? And what changes could we make to the Jiu-Jitsu rulesets to be more in line with the spirit of the sport? Robert Degle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertdeglebjj/ Robert Degle's YouTube: https://youtube.com/@robertdeglebjj7125 Get Robert Degle's instructionals: https://robertdeglebjjonline.teachable.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Defense Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defense-paradox/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 28, 2022

This week we’re joined by Kabir Bath! Kabir is a black belt under Rafael Lovato Jr., the Head of International at the Lovato Jiu-Jitsu Association, and the head instructor at Kaboom BJJ. Kabir’s gym is best known for its Kaboom Kids BJJ program, with currently over 300 child enrolments and still growing. In this episode, Kabir shares his framework for building a top-quality kids program that integrates best practices from ecological psychology and business administration. This episode is a must-listen for Jiu-Jitsu gym owners looking to develop a successful kids program. Follow Kabir on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kabirbath/ Follow Kaboom Kids on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaboomkidsbjj/ Check out Kaboom BJJ: https://kaboombjj.com/ Check out the Kaboom Kids BJJ business system: https://www.kaboomkids.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Ecological Psychology https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-psychology/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Discipline Equals Freedom https://bjjmentalmodels.com/discipline-equals-freedom/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ Spaced Repetition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/spaced-repetition/ 80/20 Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/80-20-rule/ Pattern Interrupts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: ⚠️ 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

Nov 21, 2022

This week we’re joined again by Dr. Rob Gray! Rob is an Associate Professor of Human Systems Engineering at Arizona State University, the host of the Perception & Action Podcast, and the author of How We Learn to Move: A Revolution in the Way We Coach & Practice Sports Skills. In this episode, Rob provides an introduction to the material covered in How We Learn to Move. We have a great conversation about ecological dynamics, the constraints-led approach, differential learning, and other advancements in modern coaching methodologies. Perception & Action - website & podcast: https://perceptionaction.com/ How We Learn to Move, by Dr. Rob Gray: https://amzn.to/3E5tg1o Rob’s YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/c/RobGrayASU Mental models discussed in this episode: Ecological Psychology https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-psychology/ Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Differential Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/differential-learning/ Self-Organization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-organization/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 14, 2022

This week we're joined by Tum Energia! Thomas Voorn, better known by his nickname Tum Energia, is a BJJ black belt and the founder of Energia Martial Arts. In this episode, Tum explains the concept of psychological safety: a key tactic for building a culture where your students aren't afraid to show vulnerability and ask questions. Follow Tum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tumenergia/ Subscribe to Tum on YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/EnergiaMartialArts Check out Energia Fightwear: https://energia-martialarts.com/energia-fight-wear/ Get Tum's instructionals on BJJ Fanatics: https://bjjfanatics.com/search?q=tum%20energia Mental models discussed in this episode: Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Plus, Minus, Equals https://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Survivorship Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 7, 2022

This week we're joined by Brother Matt Kwan and Alex Simoes! Alex is the CEO of Tekneek, and Brother Matt is Brother Matt. In this episode, we talk about how recent advances in coaching technology can benefit everyone, from students to coaches. Email Alex to create your Tekneek account: alex@tekneek.io Check out the On Guard BJJ online academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Mental models discussed in this episode: Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Microtransitions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/microtransitions/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Idea Communism https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Defense Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defense-paradox/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 31, 2022

This week we're joined by Greg Souders! Greg is the head coach at Standard Jiu-Jitsu. In this episode, Greg explains how we can integrate coaching best practices from other sports into Jiu-Jitsu. Email Greg: greg@standardjiujitsu.com Follow Greg on social: https://www.facebook.com/standardjiujitsu https://www.instagram.com/standardjiujitsu/ Train with Greg at Standard Jiu-Jitsu: https://standardjiujitsu.com/ Greg's resource recommendations: Introduction to Ecological Psychology, by Julia Blau and Jeffrey Wagman: https://amzn.to/3TJRHbk The Perception & Action Podcast: https://perceptionaction.com/ How We Learn to Move, Dr. Rob Gray: https://amzn.to/3SI8R7V Mental models discussed in this episode: Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Solid Foundation, Flexible Perimeter https://bjjmentalmodels.com/solid-foundation-flexible-perimeter/ Ecological Psychology https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-psychology/ Perception-Action Coupling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/perception-action-coupling/ Beginner’s Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Interleaving https://bjjmentalmodels.com/interleaving/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Foll ⚠️ 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

Oct 24, 2022

This week we’re joined by Amy Campo! Hot off taking gold at ADCC 2022, Amy joins us to discuss her process for breaking through personal limits. A great and inspiring conversation on structuring your training camp, maximizing the use of your team, and how to believe in yourself. Follow Amy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amycampofighter/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Intention https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Last Mile Problem https://bjjmentalmodels.com/last-mile-problem/ Mental Gatekeeping https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mental-gatekeeping/ Defensive Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/ Building Your Triggers https://bjjmentalmodels.com/building-your-triggers/ Technique Visualization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-visualization/ You Are What You Train https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Plus Minus Equals https://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Reflecting “As If” https://bjjmentalmodels.com/reflecting-as-if/ Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterpriz ⚠️ 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

Oct 17, 2022

This week we're joined by Brianna Ste-Marie! Fresh off her amazing performance at ADCC 2022, Brianna joins us to break down one of her signature positions: the closed guard. Follow Brianna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannasm/ Get Brianna's English instructionals on Jiu Jitsu X: https://jiujitsux.com/profile/brianna-ste-marie/ Get Brianna's French instructionals on Leclerc Jiu Jitsu: https://www.leclercjiujitsu.com/courses/Brianna Mental models discussed in this episode: Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/ Static vs. Dynamic Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/ Overwhelming Force https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/ Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ 80/20 Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/80-20-rule/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: ⚠️ 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

Oct 10, 2022

Episode 200 is a very special milestone, and requires a very special guest: Claudia do Val! Claudia is a 3x black belt world champion and is considered one of the best of her generation. If you follow Claudia's story, you probably know she went public two years ago with a very personal and traumatic story. That trauma, combined with the harassment she's received since, has completely changed her relationship with Jiu-Jitsu. In this episode, Claudia speaks about what she's experienced over the last two years, how she has lost her passion for what was once her obsession, and how we can improve the sport so others don't have to go through what she went through. Follow Claudia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claudiadovaljj/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/

Oct 3, 2022

This week we're joined by Shane McCarthy! Shane is an instructor at Princeton BJJ and a newly minted black belt under Emily Kwok. In this episode, Shane shares best practices for taking ownership of your Jiu-Jitsu skill development. Follow Shane on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wakaflakashane/ Listen to Shane's podcast, Tinfoil Mat: https://anchor.fm/collin-wiemer/ Train with Shane at Princeton BJJ: https://www.princetonbjj.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Learning Modalities https://bjjmentalmodels.com/learning-modalities/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 26, 2022

This week we're joined by Dr. Clayton Green! Clayton is a board-certified dermatologist, associate professor of dermatology at the University of Rochester, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. This episode is THE definitive resource for skincare and skin issues in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Topics covered include: cleaning the gym, hygiene, staph, ringworm, psoriasis, eczema, acne, sensitive skin, excessive bruising, the ideal skincare routine for grapplers, how to wash your gi, and training with cuts. Clayton's personal email: green.clayton@gmail.com Clayton's work email: Clayton_Green@urmc.rochester.edu Clayton on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clayton.b.green.9 Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 19, 2022

This week we're joined by Roxanne Modafferi! Roxanne is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, retired UFC fighter, and true women's MMA pioneer. Known as "The Happy Warrior," Roxanne joins us to discuss the Happy Warrior Philosophy, and how we can stay positive even in the face of adversity and loss. Follow Roxanne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxyfighter/ Get Roxanne's books: Memoirs Of A Happy Warrior https://amzn.to/3qCFQ1E Memoirs of a Happy Warrior II: Challenges https://amzn.to/3QXoFTM How to be Positive: Mental Training by the Happy Warrior https://amzn.to/3BQweal Mental models discussed in this episode: Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Technique Visualization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-visualization/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Resulting Fallacy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Building Your Triggers https://bjjmentalmodels.com/building-your-triggers/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Compartmentalization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compartmentalization/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 12, 2022

This week we're joined by Adam Benayoun! Adam is a Ryan Hall black belt and is the head instructor at Black Cat Jiu Jitsu in Springfield, Virginia. Adam's got an upcoming K Guard instructional with BJJ Fanatics, and in this week's episode, he breaks down the core concepts for playing this versatile guard. Adam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adambenayoun/ Black Cat Jiu Jitsu: https://blackcatjiujitsu.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Mirrored Stances https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mirrored-stances/ Overwhelming Force https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/ Solid Frames https://bjjmentalmodels.com/solid-frames/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Constant and Variable Tension https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constant-and-variable-tension/ The Map Is Not the Territory https://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: ⚠️ 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

Sep 5, 2022

This week we're joined again by Dominyka Obelenyte! Dom is a Marcelo Garcia black belt, and a 10x overall world champion, with 4 of those wins at black belt. Dom is currently recovering from knee surgery, and in this episode she shares her best practices for maximizing the value of your idle time. Dom's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/domdabomburmom/ Dom's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/domdabomburmom Mental models discussed in this episode: Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Flow https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Interleaving https://bjjmentalmodels.com/interleaving/ Transfer of Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/transfer-of-learning/ Survivorship Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 29, 2022

This week we're joined by Darin Conner DeAngelis! Darin won IBJJF world champions at blue and purple belt, but as a black belt he's decided to step away from his original goal of being a professional competitor. In this episode, Darin explains to us how re-evaluating his life led him to abandon his goal of being a professional competitor, and what listeners could do if they're experiencing a similar "Jiu-Jitsu existential crisis." Darin's Instagram: https://instagram.com/dc_deangelis/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 22, 2022

This week we're joined again by Oliver Taza! Oliver is actually the first guest we ever had on BJJ Mental Models, so it's great to have him back. Oliver and his team are actively preparing for ADCC, and in this episode of BJJ Mental Models, Oliver generously shares key concepts for standup in an ADCC-like environment. Oliver’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/tazagarami/ Oliver's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oliver.taza.1 Mental models discussed in this episode: 3 Joint Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Opening Salvos https://bjjmentalmodels.com/opening-salvos/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Momentum https://bjjmentalmodels.com/momentum/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Intention https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Crossing the Center https://bjjmentalmodels.com/crossing-the-center/ Head Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/head-position/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: htt ⚠️ 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

Aug 15, 2022

This week we're joined again by Mike "Doctor Kickass" Piekarski! Mike is both a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and a physical therapist. In this episode, Mike provides general guidance on how BJJ athletes can safely return to sport after an injury or layoff. Mike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor_kickass/ Mike's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorkickassDPT Mental models discussed in this episode: Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Training Handicaps https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 8, 2022

This week we're joined by Mike Mahaffey! Mike is a black belt under Chris Haueter, and is a certified Old Bastard. In this week's episode, Mike breaks down the tenets to "Old Bastard Jiu-Jitsu": the old-school style where you give them nothing, minimize movement, and crush them with pressure. Mike Mahaffey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xibalba1972/ Magic BJJ website: https://magicbjj.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Constant and Variable Tension https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constant-and-variable-tension/ Static vs. Dynamic Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Shifting Platforms https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shifting-platforms/ Surface Area https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook. ⚠️ 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

Aug 1, 2022

This week we're joined again by 3x world champ and Marcelo Garcia black belt, Emily Kwok! Fresh off winning the 2022 Pans, Emily joins us to talk about what it's like to compete after the age of 40. A great chat about what competition looks like as you get older, take on more responsibilities, become more concerned about your health, and achieve a broader life perspective. Emily's website: https://emilykwok.com/ Emily’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/emilykwokbjj/ Emily's podcast, The Master & The Apprentice: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1933788 Mental models discussed in this episode: Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Short-term/Long-term Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/short-term-long-term-paradox/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Loss Aversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/loss-aversion/ Defensive Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/ Solid Foundation, Flexible Perimeter https://bjjmentalmodels.com/solid-foundation-flexible-perimeter/ Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 25, 2022

This week we're joined by Sonia Sillan! Sonia is a black belt under Hannette Staack and is the owner of Combat Arts Academy of Seattle. In this episode, Sonia shares her honest advice on how to build a BJJ business. Topics include financing, business partners, affiliations, customer onboarding, customer contracts, trial classes, class safety, and volunteers vs. employees. Sonia's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soniasillan/ Combat Arts Academy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/combatartsacademy/ Combat Arts Academy website: https://caaseattle.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Stress & Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ 80/20 Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/80-20-rule/ Loss Aversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/loss-aversion/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 18, 2022

This week we're joined again by Malachy Friedman! Malachy breaks down mental models for the knee shield half guard. Get Malachy's knee shield instructionals on Jiu Jitsu X: https://jiujitsux.com/profile/malachyf/ Malachy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malachyfriedman/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Solid Foundation, Flexible Perimeter https://bjjmentalmodels.com/solid-foundation-flexible-perimeter/ Critical Control Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Placeholders https://bjjmentalmodels.com/placeholders/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Waypoints https://bjjmentalmodels.com/waypoints/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebo ⚠️ 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

Jul 11, 2022

This week we're joined by Ryan Hurst! Ryan is the head coach at GMB Fitness, the creators of the popular Elements program for strength & flexibility. In this episode, Ryan introduces GMB's concepts for expanding your range of motion, shares tips on injury prevention, and explains why most BJJ warmups are suboptimal. GMB on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/GMBFitnessSkills GMB's Website: https://gmb.io/ GMB on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gmbfitness/ Contact GMB: info@gmb.io Mental models discussed in this episode: Prevention Over Cure https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/ Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Solid Frames https://bjjmentalmodels.com/solid-frames/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Intention https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention/ Goodhart’s Law https://bjjmentalmodels.com/goodharts-law/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 4, 2022

This week we're joined by Micah Brakefield! Micah holds dual BJJ black belts under Don Whitefield and Nabil Salameh, and is the head coach at 10th Planet Etobicoke. Micah joins us to discuss the importance of unorthodoxy and creativity in Jiu-Jitsu. Micah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/micahbrakefield/ Micah’s Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/micahbrakefield/ Train with Micah at 10th Planet Etobicoke: https://10thplanetetobicoke.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Idea Communism https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Short-term/Long-term Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/short-term-long-term-paradox/ Pattern Interrupts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Keep It Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Table Selection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/table-selection/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 27, 2022

This week we're joined again by Rob Biernacki! Following up on a previous episode, Rob introduces Island Top Team's proprietary system for constraint-based training. He calls it "F**k Your Jiu-Jitsu," because he's Rob Biernacki, so of course he does. FYJJ has four categories: sweeping, passing, top control, and submission control. BJJ Concepts: https://bjjconcepts.net/ Rob on Instagram: https://instagram.com/islandtopteam/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Constraints-Led Approach: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ Training Handicaps: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/ Pattern Interrupts: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/ Center of Gravity: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/center-of-gravity/ Keep it Playful: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Phases of Guard: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/ Tipping Points: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/tipping-points/ Growth From Discomfort: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Prevention Over Cure: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/ Static vs. Dynamic Control: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/ Investing in Loss: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Staying Loose: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Inertia: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inertia/ Yes, and...: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/yes-and/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Fo ⚠️ 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

Jun 20, 2022

This week we're joined by Robert Drysdale! Robert brings his extensive experience, both as an elite grappler and historian, to discuss the BJJ "generation gap" and how he's witnessed the art evolve. A really insightful conversation about the importance of history, the evolution of coaching, how rulesets have changed the sport, and fundamentals vs. trends. Opening Closed Guard - the book & film: https://www.closedguardfilm.com/ Robert's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertdrysdalejj/ Coolness versus Efficiency: The Crisis in Jiu-Jitsu, by Robert Drysdale: https://bit.ly/3NUXTtY How to Win at Jiu-Jitsu while Keeping it Real, by Robert Drysdale: https://bit.ly/3aZytgc Mental models discussed in this episode: Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ Extreme Ownership https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/ Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Static vs. Dynamic Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Short-term/Long-term Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/short-term-long-term-paradox/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 13, 2022

This week we're joined again by Matt Kirtley! Matt, better known by his internet handle Aesopian, is a lead moderator on Reddit's /r/bjj and an instructor at Inverted Gear Academy. During the day, he's also a web development and search engine optimization (SEO) specialist. In this episode, Matt draws on his BJJ and SEO experience to share some website best practices for BJJ gyms. We talk about website hosting services, gym management software, email, digital security, hiring a developer, domain names, SEO, essential website elements, appointment booking, blogs, analytics, and Google reviews. Hopefully, this episode serves as a helpful playbook for the gym owners, instructors, and administrators out there. Inverted Gear Academy: https://invertedgearacademy.com/ Matt's website, Aesopian BJJ: https://aesopian.com/ White Belt Questions, Black Belt Answers — YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-Q9Mx1oMuBw1VRa5OVaAl97FwdhhctnK Inverted Gear: https://www.invertedgear.com/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 6, 2022

This week we're joined by Brandon Mccaghren! Brandon is a 10th Planet black belt under Eddie Bravo and the head instructor at 10th Planet Decatur. In this episode, Brandon explains the concepts behind the rubber guard, how it integrates into a more conventional gameplan, and why we haven't seen much rubber guard success in high-level competition. Brandon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonmc.ninja/ Rubber Guard: The Meathook by Brandon McCaghren — BJJ Fanatics: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/rubber-guard-the-meathook-by-brandon-mccaghren BMAC Academy: https://bmac.mykajabi.com/ Brandon's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr7VU0Cnef4AhQk7Pe_9nTA Mental models discussed in this episode: Types of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/types-of-guard/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Keep It Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

May 30, 2022

This week we're joined by fan favorites Rob Biernacki & Stephan Kesting! Rob and Stephan's newest instructional, "BJJ for Old F***s," explains concepts and tactics for safe and effective Jiu-Jitsu as you age. We dig into their ideas in this episode. A great listen for older grapplers, or anyone concerned about maximizing safety and effectiveness. Get the instructional here: BJJ for Old F***s: How to Defeat the Younger, More Athletic Opponent By Rob Biernacki and Stephan Kesting https://grapplearts.com/oldguard Mental models discussed in this episode: Survivorship Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Seated vs. Supine Guards https://bjjmentalmodels.com/seated-vs-supine-guards/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Phases of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Single vs. Double Lever Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/single-vs-double-lever-control/ Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/ Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 27, 2022

Just a heads up that this episode has almost nothing to do with Jiu-Jitsu, so if you want to skip it, I don't blame you. 🤣 In this bonus episode, philosophy enthusiast and grappling luminary Robert Degle joins us to make an in-depth defense of the Star Wars prequels. Robert makes the case that the Star Wars prequels are better than you remember, and may in fact be legitimately good movies. Robert's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertdeglebjj/ Robert Degle BJJ Online: https://robertdeglebjjonline.teachable.com/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 23, 2022

This week, Andrew Wiltse from Daisy Fresh and Wiltse Bros BJJ joins us for a very raw and transparent conversation. For those not aware, Andrew recently experienced a manic episode and was diagnosed with dissociative disorder. He also recently launched the Gym Rat program, a charitable organization focused on sponsoring athletes in need. In this episode, Andrew talks extensively about his experiences with mania and dissociative disorder, the Gym Rat program, and how the community can make BJJ a better sport. As a full disclaimer: this episode is not intended as medical advice, and the description of mental health disorders in this episode may not be scientifically accurate. Please interpret this episode as Andrew's personal story and experience, and not a clinically accurate description of mania and dissociative disorder. If you believe you are experiencing a mental health disorder, please do what Andrew did and seek the guidance of a medical professional. Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/

May 16, 2022

This week we're joined again by Lachlan Giles! Lachlan introduces the hybrid reverse classroom model that he uses for his online Jiu-Jitsu instructional platform, SUBMETA. Sign up for SUBMETA here: https://submeta.io/want Mental models discussed in this episode: Double Down on Strengths https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-down-on-strengths/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 9, 2022

This week we're joined again by Robert Degle! Robert joins us for a thought piece where we question one of the biggest assumptions in Jiu-Jitsu: what does it mean for a technique to be "high percentage?" And are we defining this correctly? Robert Degle's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/RobertDegleBJJ Mental models discussed in this episode: Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Resulting Fallacy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 2, 2022

This week we're joined by Seph Smith! Seph is a black belt under Ryan Hall and is the head instructor at Upstream BJJ. Seph joins us to talk about the concepts behind one of his favorite submissions: the arm triangle. Seph's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sephwillkillyou/ Seph's email: sephsmithbjj@gmail.com Arm Triangle Details with Seph Smith: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCOXwqVePsY Ryan Hall Online: https://ryanhallonline.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Single vs. Double Lever Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/single-vs-double-lever-control/ Choking Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/choking-mechanics/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Center of Gravity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/center-of-gravity/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Surface Area https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Defend With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defend-with-purpose/ Crossing the Center https://bjjmentalmodels.com/crossing-the-center/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 25, 2022

This week we're joined by Dr. Matteo Capodaglio! Matteo is the founder of Capo Nutrition, and is the "nutritionist to the stars" for BJJ athletes such as Mikey Musumeci and Margot Ciccarelli. In this episode, Matteo provides a brief primer on nutrition for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, as well as some mythbusting on common nutrition misconceptions. Matteo’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/drcapodaglio Mental models discussed in this episode: Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 18, 2022

This week, we're joined by "The Raspberry Ape," Daniel Strauss! Daniel is a black belt under Roger Gracie and is the host of The Raspberry Ape Podcast. In this episode, Daniel breaks down the concepts behind one of his favorite submissions, and arguably one of the best overall submissions in all of Jiu-Jitsu: the guillotine choke. Daniel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raspberry_ape/ Daniel's website: https://raspberryape.com/ The Raspberry Ape Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/theraspberryapepodcast/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Single vs. Double Lever Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/single-vs-double-lever-control/ Choking Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/choking-mechanics/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Critical Control Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/ Surface Area https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 11, 2022

This week we're joined by Nick Purler! Nick is the head coach at Purler Wrestling Academy. In this episode, Nick brings his wealth of wrestling and coaching knowledge to the podcast, discussing topics such as: structuring a curriculum, cultivating a gameplan, the coach/student relationship, and introducing wrestling into your BJJ game. Purler Wrestling's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purlerwrestling/ Purler Wrestling Academy: https://purlerwrestling.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Tokui Waza https://bjjmentalmodels.com/tokui-waza/ 80/20 Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/80-20-rule/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Double Down on Strengths https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-down-on-strengths/ Table Selection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/table-selection/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 4, 2022

This week we're joined by Lucius Tirey IV! Lucius is the strength & conditioning coach for Rafael Lovato Jr. and Xande Ribeiro. In this episode, Lucius discusses how he builds and executes strength & conditioning programs for elite-level BJJ athletes. Lucius' Instagram: https://instagram.com/greenstrengthiv/ Lucius' website: https://greenstrengthhq.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Intention https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 1, 2022

In this very special episode, we're joined by Jiu-Jitsu podcaster and transcendental scholar Sonny Brown. Sonny joins us to break down the most powerful mental model of them all: the Law of Attraction. Mental models discussed in this episode: Law of Attraction https://bjjmentalmodels.com/law-of-attraction/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/

Mar 28, 2022

This week we're joined by Meg He! Meg is the co-founder and co-CEO of Aday, a Forbes 30 under 30 winner, and well-known Jiu-Jiteiro. Meg joins us to share some key business concepts for grapplers looking to make a living in the gentle art. Mental models discussed in this episode: Idea Communism https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/ Race to the Bottom https://bjjmentalmodels.com/race-to-the-bottom/ Learning Modalities https://bjjmentalmodels.com/learning-modalities/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 21, 2022

This week we're joined by Braulio Estima! Braulio talks about the importance of following your passion, and explains what "clicked" for him when he burst onto the world scene at black belt. Braulio's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/braulioestima Mental models discussed in this episode: Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Levels of Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/levels-of-competition/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Loss Aversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/loss-aversion/ Meditative Drilling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/meditative-drilling/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Ulysses Contracts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ulysses-contracts/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Idea Communism https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 14, 2022

This week we're joined by Drew Foster! Drew, also known as Darce_Knight on Reddit, is the host of The Neon Belly Podcast. In this episode, Drew breaks down one of his specializations: the D'Arce choke. Drew's podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1844219 Drew on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Darce_Knight Drew on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewdarce/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Single vs. Double Lever Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/single-vs-double-lever-control/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Critical Control Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Dilemma https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 7, 2022

This week, Malachy Friedman joins us to discuss workshopping! Malachy's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/MalachyFriedman Mental models discussed in this episode: Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Meditative Drilling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/meditative-drilling/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Teach to Learn https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Resulting Fallacy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Transfer of Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/transfer-of-learning/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 28, 2022

This week we're joined by Nikki Sullivan! Nikki is a black belt under André Galvão and is an inverted guard specialist. Nikki breaks down the concepts behind her inverted game, which she calls "panda." Nikki's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikkicuddlejitsu/ The Panda Guard by Nikki Sullivan - BJJ Fanatics: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/the-panda-guard-by-nikki-sullivan The Panda Guard Systems - Atos BJJ On Demand: https://www.atosbjjondemand.com/products/panda-guard Mental models discussed in this episode: Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Overwhelming Force https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterpri ⚠️ 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

Feb 21, 2022

This week we're joined by Nick "Chewy" Albin! Chewy breaks down strategies and concepts for back control. The BJJ podcast crossover you never knew you needed! Chewy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chewjitsu/ Chewy's website: https://www.chewjitsu.net/ Chewy's YouTube: https://bit.ly/3sMOuM2 Chewy's back control playlist: https://bit.ly/36fAra3 Mental models discussed in this episode: Overwhelming Force https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/ Anatomic Hierarchy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/anatomic-hierarchy/ Head Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/head-position/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Shuhari https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 14, 2022

This week we're joined by Dr. Antonio Harrison! Antonio, affectionately known as "Coach Doc," holds a PhD in behavior analysis, and has a wealth of experience in sports coaching. Doc introduces us to the field of behavior analysis, and shares lessons on how coaches can bring out the best in their athletes. Doc's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onecoachdoc/ Doc's website: https://www.muchlovealways.com/ Supernatural: https://www.getsupernatural.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Building Your Triggers https://bjjmentalmodels.com/building-your-triggers/ Defensive Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Levels of Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/levels-of-competition/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Compartmentalization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compartmentalization/ Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 7, 2022

This week we're joined by Leanne Pedante! Leanne is the Head of Fitness at Supernatural. Leanne shares her philosophy for making strength & conditioning accessible and fun for the non-athletes among us. Leanne's Instagram: https://instagram.com/leannepedante Leanne's website: https://www.leannepedante.com/ Supernatural: https://www.getsupernatural.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Cognitive Dissonance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-dissonance/ Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Ulysses Contracts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ulysses-contracts/ 10 Minute Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/10-minute-rule/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 31, 2022

This week we're joined by Mark Harari! Mark is the owner of Pulse Fitness Studio, coach on Supernatural, and a reputed celebrity fitness trainer. Mark joins us to explain how fitness programs are structured to accommodate the needs of individuals with real-life constraints around their training, such as limited time, physical constraints, or work requirements. Mark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markpulse/ Mark's website: https://www.markharari.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Loss Aversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/loss-aversion/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 24, 2022

This week we're joined by Dr. Nick Winkelman! Nick is the author of The Language of Coaching and the Head of Athletic Performance at Irish Rugby. In this episode, Nick shares concepts that coaches can use to maximize athletic performance in their students. Topics discussed include: Types of cues: internal, external, analogy. The "long loop" for teaching new movements: describe it, demonstrate it, cue it, do it, debrief it. The "short loop" for those familiar with the cue: cue it, do it, debrief it. Check out Nick and his book, The Language of Coaching: https://www.thelanguageofcoaching.com/ Follow Nick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickwinkelman/ A great write-up on Nick's system: https://leadersinsport.com/performance/the-power-of-coaching-cues/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Building Your Triggers https://bjjmentalmodels.com/building-your-triggers/ Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 17, 2022

This week we're joined by Xande Ribeiro! Xande joins us to discuss the concepts behind pressure: one of the most potent weapons in Jiu-Jitsu. Xande's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xanderibeirojj/ Six Blades Jiu-Jitsu: https://www.instagram.com/sixbladesjiujitsu/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Surface Area https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ Force Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-vectors/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Alignment Over Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 10, 2022

This week we're joined by Olympic wrestler and UFC fighter Sara McMann! Sara explains how Jiu-Jiteiros can level up their wrestling in BJJ. Follow Sara McMann on Instagram: https://instagram.com/saramcmann Mental models discussed in this episode: Direct vs. Proxy Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/direct-vs-proxy-control/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Defense Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defense-paradox/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Plus, Minus, Equals https://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Opening Salvos https://bjjmentalmodels.com/opening-salvos/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 3, 2022

This week, we're joined by Hillary VanOrnum! Hillary is a black belt under James Foster and the head instructor at Unicorn Jiu Jitsu. In this episode, Hillary discusses her philosophy for making BJJ an inclusive "safe place for violence." Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 27, 2021

Seb Lavoie is a frequent BJJ Mental Models guest, BJJ black belt, CrossFit athlete, gym owner, and retired RCMP Sergeant Major. Earlier in 2021, Seb experienced a freak accident in which the muscles in his leg necrotized and had to be removed. Seb survived, but now has significantly reduced functionality in his leg and is facing the possibility of amputation. Seb has always worked in physically demanding fields, so this loss significantly alters his life moving forward. In this episode, Seb shares his story, his experience with prescription painkillers, his recovery process, and his understanding of what life will be like moving forward. This is a raw, heartfelt discussion and a must-listen for any athlete facing catastrophic injury. Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 23, 2021

Merry Christmas and happy holidays from BJJ Mental Models! On a personal note, I'd just like to thank you for supporting us. Whether you support us on BJJ Mental Models Premium, read the newsletter, or listen to the podcast, I'm really and truly grateful that you've chosen to invest your valuable time and attention in our work. It really, truly means a lot to me, and you've enriched my life tremendously. So a sincere thank you, from me to you. ...aaaaaaaaaaaaanyway, I got you a Christmas present. 😅 Here's the backstory. Emily Kwok is in the process of launching her own limited-run podcast: The Master & The Apprentice. I will be producing this podcast for her, in which she interviews standout performers and explores the relationships between students and their mentors. In one of these interviews, she speaks candidly with Dominyka Obelenyte. I'd like to give you this episode early. As you probably know, Emily Kwok and Dominyka Obelenyte are two of our most popular guests. They're both Marcelo Garcia black belts, they're both multi-time BJJ world champions, and they both make for incredible Jiu-Jitsu conversation. What you might not know is that they've had a long-time mentor/student relationship, and Dominyka relies on Emily's mentorship for guidance and support. So I hope you enjoy this incredible and candid conversation between a BJJ mentor and her apprentice. It's a really raw, heartfelt conversation and I enjoyed editing it greatly. I think you'll love it too. Sign up for Emily Kwok's newsletter and she'll notify you when The Master & The Apprentice launches! https://emilykwok.com/

Dec 20, 2021

Jon Thomas is back! This week, Jon continues a topic he brought up in his last BJJ Mental Models appearance: the pitfalls of principles. Jon's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SnakePlisken09 Jon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonthomasbjj Jon's website: https://www.jonthomasbjj.com Mental models discussed in this episode: Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Systematic Abandonment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/systematic-abandonment/ Shuhari https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Flow https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: ⚠️ 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

Dec 13, 2021

This week we're joined by Kristina Barlaan! Kristina is a 2nd degree black belt under Caio Terra. Kristina breaks down the details behind one of her favorite techniques: the bow & arrow choke. Kristina's three tips for perfecting the bow & arrow: Ensure you have the correct grip (make a fist, wrist not bent) Hide your elbow Get the correct angle. Check out Kristina's bow & arrow techniques on her Digitsu back attacks instructional: https://bit.ly/3q4vHKP (on demand) https://bit.ly/3Gx6Fu5 (DVD) Mental models discussed in this episode: Dilemma https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ 3 Joint Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Rotational Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/rotational-control/ Critical Control Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 6, 2021

This week, we're joined by "The Villain" Chris Paines! Chris is a BJJ black belt under Priit Mihkelson, and an advocate for concept-based BJJ instruction. In this episode, Chris discusses his personal journey into Jiu-Jitsu concepts, and how he uses concepts to teach his students. Mental models discussed in this episode: Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Shuhari https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ 3 Joint Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule/ Direct vs. Proxy Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/direct-vs-proxy-control/ Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Anatomic Hierarchy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/anatomic-hierarchy/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Defense Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defense-paradox/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 29, 2021

This week we're joined again by Stephan Kesting! Stephan is in the process of releasing his new Omoplata 2.0 instructional, so what better time than now to break down the mechanics of this underutilized submission? Get Stephan's new Omoplata 2.0 instructional here: https://www.grapplearts.com/omoplata/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Waypoints https://bjjmentalmodels.com/waypoints/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Direct vs. Proxy Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/direct-vs-proxy-control/ Critical Control Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/ Prevention Over Cure https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/ Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/ Ratchet Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ratchet-control/ Ulysses Contracts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ulysses-contracts/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp. ⚠️ 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

Nov 22, 2021

This week, we're joined by Jiu-Jitsu journalist extraordinaire Averi Clements! Fresh off her incredible run at the Jiu-Jitsu Times, Averi joins us to discuss her passion: our shared responsibility for making this sport as inclusive and clean as it can be. Referenced in this episode: The Call Is Coming From Inside The Gym, by Averi Clements https://www.jiujitsutimes.com/the-call-is-coming-from-inside-the-gym/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 15, 2021

This week, we're joined again by Olympic Judo legend Travis Stevens! Travis discusses the goal-setting methodology he uses to coach and prepare his students for elite-level competition. Mental models discussed in this episode: Short-term/Long-term Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/short-term-long-term-paradox/ Compartmentalization https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compartmentalization/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Levels of Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/levels-of-competition/ Systematic Abandonment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/systematic-abandonment/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 8, 2021

This week, we're joined by Malachy Friedman! Malachy is a second-degree black belt under Ricardo Liborio and the founder of Black Label Martial Arts. Malachy shares his strategy and philosophy for guard passing. Follow Malachy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malachyfriedman/ Visit Malachy's website: https://www.malachyfriedman.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Layers of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/layers-of-guard/ Phases of Passing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-passing/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Placeholders https://bjjmentalmodels.com/placeholders/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 1, 2021

This week, we're joined again by Rob Biernacki from Island Top Team and BJJConcepts.net. Rob discusses how the initial conditions of a match can be chaotic or linear, and how this difference impacts the outcome of the match. Mental models discussed in this episode: Opening Salvos https://bjjmentalmodels.com/opening-salvos/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Waypoints https://bjjmentalmodels.com/waypoints/ Loss Aversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/loss-aversion/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Pattern Interrupts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Building Your Triggers https://bjjmentalmodels.com/building-your-triggers/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 25, 2021

This week, we're joined by Karel "The Silver Fox" Pravec! Karel shares his strategies for sparring with younger opponents, and the importance of thinking long-term. Mental models discussed in this episode: Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Plus, Minus, Equals https://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals/ Defense Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defense-paradox/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 18, 2021

This week we're joined by Chris and Melissa Haueter! The Haueters are Jiu-Jitsu legends, with Chris being one of the first non-Brazilians to obtain a BJJ black belt. Chris and Melissa share their experiences with getting older and aging gracefully in the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Learn from Chris and Melissa Haueter online at Combat Base Club: https://combatbase.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Short-term/Long-term Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/short-term-long-term-paradox/ Plus, Minus, Equals https://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals/ Idea Communism https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Shuhari https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ Beginner’s Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 11, 2021

This week, we're joined by British Open black belt champion and Two4 Martial Arts head coach Omied Khakshour! Omied discusses "applying the 45," part of his conceptual framework for pressure passing. Check out Omied's guide here: Fundamentals of pressure – A guide to unlocking the guard and pinning https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OX_gosH8uMD8AojDt2zAT31FWr3ofK-F/view Mental models discussed in this episode: Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Layers of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/layers-of-guard/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 4, 2021

This week, we're joined by Whitney Bragagnolo from the Sports Ethics Examiner. Whitney is a PhD researcher in sport ethics, and a longtime practitioner of BJJ. Whitney discusses how the absence of a true BJJ governing body leads to ethical issues, and explains how BJJ could solve these problems. Referenced in the episode: Earn a black belt in building a safer & ethical gym https://www.instagram.com/p/CS-fX7mIU0z/ Shut Up & Train: A 2020 survey of sexual harassment and assault in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/13uam_vwd_0VJQ95Z64XREIK8wVoG7zIK Follow Whitney at the Sports Ethics Examiner on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thesportsethicsexaminer/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 27, 2021

This week we're joined by Doug Lemov, the bestselling author of Teach Like a Champion and The Coach's Guide to Teaching. Doug shares how education best practices like effortful retrieval, interleaving, and perception-action coupling can be applied to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Here's how you can check out Doug's work: The Coach's Guide to Teaching https://www.coachsguidetoteaching.com/ Teach Like a Champion https://teachlikeachampion.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Effortful Retrieval https://bjjmentalmodels.com/effortful-retrieval/ Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ Interleaving https://bjjmentalmodels.com/interleaving/ Spaced Repetition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/spaced-repetition/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Perception-Action Coupling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/perception-action-coupling/ Shuhari https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ Teach to Learn https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 20, 2021

This week, we're joined by Dr. Rob Gray from the Perception & Action Podcast! Dr. Gray explains how the constraints-led approach to coaching can turbo-charge the skill development of yourself and your team. A great and insightful episode for both students and coaches. Check out Dr. Gray on the Perception & Action Podcast: https://perceptionaction.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 13, 2021

This week we're joined again by Drew Weatherhead! Drew breaks down one of the most powerful but most underloved series of positions in Jiu-Jitsu: the crucifix. Check out The Crucifix Bible, by Drew Weatherhead, on BJJ Fanatics: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/the-crucifix-manual-by-drew-weatherhead Mental models discussed in this episode: 3 Joint Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule/ Rotational Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/rotational-control/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Microtransitions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/microtransitions/ Surface Area https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 6, 2021

This week, Steve and Matt share their best practices for learning from BJJ instructionals. There's more high-quality content than ever, so we tackle the problem of having too much good information to absorb. Mental models discussed in this episode: Idea Communism https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/ Learning Modalities https://bjjmentalmodels.com/learning-modalities/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Effortful Retrieval https://bjjmentalmodels.com/effortful-retrieval/ Spaced Repetition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/spaced-repetition/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 5, 2021

In this special episode, Andrew Wiltse joins us to share his stance on the recent sexual abuse allegations in the BJJ community. Mentioned in this episode: Shut Up & Train: A 2020 survey of sexual harassment and assault in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/13uam_vwd_0VJQ95Z64XREIK8wVoG7zIK The Call Is Coming From Inside The Gym, by Averi Clements https://www.jiujitsutimes.com/the-call-is-coming-from-inside-the-gym/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 30, 2021

This week, we're joined by Eliot Marshall. Eliot is a UFC veteran, BJJ black belt, and co-owner of the Easton Training Center. Eliot joins us to discuss the fighter's journey after retirement from competition, and how to build a sustainable business in the sport you love. Check out Eliot's podcast, The Gospel of Fire: https://gospeloffire.libsyn.com/ Eliot's book, also called The Gospel of Fire: https://www.eliotmarshall.com/book Easton Online: https://www.easton.online/ Eliot's website: https://www.eliotmarshall.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ First Principles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/first-principles/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 23, 2021

Priit Mihkelson is back! This week, Priit explains his framework for Jiu-Jitsu, and how his defensive strategies integrate with more mainstream strategies. Topics discussed: Introduction to Priit's Defensive BJJ Crunches vs. twists How Priit's system was developed Defensive BJJ vs. Biernacki's theory of alignment What problem Defensive BJJ solves Quick introduction to the Defensive BJJ system: https://youtu.be/vHDqBGNTnfY Defensive BJJ: https://www.defensivebjj.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Prevention Over Cure https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ First Principles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/first-principles/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 20, 2021

Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 16, 2021

This week, Steve and Matt discuss posts: one of the core mechanics of Jiu-Jitsu. Posting, or connecting with the floor to create base, is a concept that's often not discussed in detail. In this episode, we break down the mental models for posting. Mental models discussed in this episode: Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Force Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-vectors/ 3 Joint Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule/ Ratchet Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ratchet-control/ Head Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/head-position/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Center of Gravity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/center-of-gravity/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 15, 2021

Here's a freebie for all of you loyal listeners: the first 30 minutes of the BJJ Mental Models Gamplanning Series! The Gameplanning Series is the first full course we made for BJJ Mental Models Premium. This 7-part series walks you through the process of building a Jiu-Jitsu gameplan using the mental models we talk about on the show. Enjoy the first 30 minutes of this course, on us. To get the full course, as well as the other awesome perks available to Premium subscribers, check out BJJ Mental Models Premium: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/

Aug 9, 2021

This week we're joined by Rebecca "Beans" Hughes! Rebecca is best known for her hit online BJJ coaching course, Camp Nebula. In this episode, Rebecca shares her tips for building a thriving career in Jiu-Jitsu, even if you're not a black belt or world champion. Check out Rebecca's coaching at Camp Nebula: https://campnebula.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Idea Communism https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/ Plus Minus Equals https://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Inertia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inertia/ Teach to Learn https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/ Race to the Bottom https://bjjmentalmodels.com/race-to-the-bottom/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Curse of Knowledge https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 2, 2021

Note: this episode has been replaced. Please listen to the audio for an important message. Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/

Jul 26, 2021

This week we're joined by Matt Skaff! Matt is a 10th Planet black belt who specializes in the anaconda choke. The anaconda is powerful because it's not just a choke: it's a powerful positional system with a lot of submission options. Matt's key advice for the anaconda: Don't squeeze too early! Don't go deep too early: you don't want them to control your elbow. Use your lat for power: pinch your elbows to your core. Grab your tricep, not your bicep. Internally rotate your thumb down. Before you gator roll, pull them back and sprawl at 45°. Listen to Matt's Skaff on The Grappling Discourse: https://anchor.fm/matt-skaff Videos referenced in this episode: Rafael Mendes vs. André Galvão https://youtu.be/7-F9PksNNIo Rafael Mendes anaconda choke https://youtu.be/Nw2xfELw4wc Mental models discussed in this episode: Single vs. Double Lever Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/single-vs-double-lever-control/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Kinetic Chains https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains/ 3 Joint Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Overwhelming Force https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: ⚠️ 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

Jul 19, 2021

This week, we're joined by Drew Weatherhead from Because Jitsu! Drew shares his best practices for transmission of knowledge and efficient learning. Book referenced in this episode: Thinking Fast and Slow, by Daniel Kahneman https://us.macmillan.com/books/9780374533557 Find Drew online at: Drew Weatherhead Jiu-Jitsu https://drewjitsuonline.com Because Jitsu https://www.instagram.com/because_jitsu Mental models discussed in this episode: Concepts vs. Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-vs-techniques/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Teach to Learn https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Cognitive Dissonance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-dissonance/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ 3 Joint Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/3-joint-rule/ Alignment Over Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us ⚠️ 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

Jul 12, 2021

This week we're joined by Phrost, the founder of Bullshido. You probably know Bullshido as one of the internet's best resources for debunking fake martial arts, fake news, and other bullshit. In this episode, Phrost shares his toolkit for inoculating yourself against bullshit. Phrost's advice: Enforce the burden of proof. Avoid dichotomous (black and white) thinking. Keep your identity small. Trust data, not anecdotes. Beware of those promising certainty. Understand that imperfect solutions are still useful. You can have too much of a good thing. It's easier to guard your mind from bullshit than to get it out later. You have to give a shit about the truth. Beware confirmation bias: is it true, or do you want it to be true? Check your sources, and then check the checks on those sources. Biased does not equal false. Asking for money does not immediately make you a scammer. Don't assume an edge case applies to the whole. Mental models discussed in this episode: Keep Your Identity Small https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-your-identity-small/ Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Marginal Gains https://bjjmentalmodels.com/marginal-gains/ Certainty Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/certainty-bias/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Confirmation Bias https://bjjmentalmodels.com/confirmation-bias/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/premium/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 5, 2021

This week, we're joined by Erin Herle! Erin is a black belt under Rubens "Cobrinha" Charles, an elite competitor, and the founder of #submitthestigma, a mental health awareness organization for grapplers. Learn more about #submitthestigma here: https://www.submitthestigma.org/ This episode references the book Mindset, by Carol Dweck: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0345472322 Mental models discussed in this episode: Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Growth from Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Table Selection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/table-selection/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/premium/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 28, 2021

This week, Steve and Matt do a super detailed breakdown of wedges: a core mechanic of Jiu-Jitsu that's critical to offense. Frames and wedges have a lot in common, but frames are primarily used for defense, whereas wedges are primarily used for offense. If you liked our prior conversation on frames, you'll love this one on wedges. Mental models discussed in this episode: Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Kinetic Chains https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains/ Double Trouble https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-trouble/ Choking Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/choking-mechanics/ Breaking Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/breaking-mechanics/ Direct vs. Proxy Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/direct-vs-proxy-control/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/premium/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 21, 2021

This week, we're joined by newly minted black belt Margot Ciccarelli! Margot leads us on one of our most interesting discussions ever: her philosophy of movement vocabulary. Margot argues that we speak with our bodies, and that movement is a form of communication. In this episode we talk about the vocabulary we use in Jiu-Jitsu: how we label, speak, and listen with movements we make. Mental models discussed in this episode: Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Shuhari https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Windows of Opportunity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/windows-of-opportunity/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Sign up here for a free trial: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/premium/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Follow us on social: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 14, 2021

This week, we're joined by one of our most often requested guests: Sonny Brown! Sonny, also known as "that other BJJ podcast guy," is working on a kesa gatame instructional. He joins us to share core concepts on this underutilized position. We debunk common kesa gatame misconceptions: "They'll just take my back" "They'll just bridge me over" "They'll just push my head into an armbar or crucifix" "Kesa gatame is only for big guys" "Once you get into kesa gatame, you’re stuck there." Critical control points for kesa gatame: Keep your legs at a 90° angle to block the bridge Keep their near-side elbow off the mat Bring your opponent's chin to your chest. Don’t lean your head over to their far side. Mental models discussed in this episode: Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Surface Area https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ Shifting Platforms https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shifting-platforms/ Critical Control Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/ Center of Gravity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/center-of-gravity/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 10, 2021

We've got a bonus episode for you this week! Rob Biernacki joins us to introduce arm drag concepts from his new instructional. Learn about Rob Biernacki's arm drag concepts here: Rob Biernacki: The BJJ 2 on 1 Grip, with Advanced Details https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-9tV6kU018 The Arm Drag and 2 on 1 Formula, with Rob Biernacki and Stephan Kesting https://www.grapplearts.com/the-arm-drag-and-2-on-1-formula/ BJJ Concepts https://bjjconcepts.net Mental models discussed in this episode: Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Direct vs. Proxy Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/direct-vs-proxy-control/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Leading Edges https://bjjmentalmodels.com/leading-edges/ Ratchet Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ratchet-control/ Opening Salvos https://bjjmentalmodels.com/opening-salvos/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Crossing the Center https://bjjmentalmodels.com/crossing-the-center/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 7, 2021

This week, we're joined by Christian Graugart. Christian is the founder of BJJ Globetrotters, Beltchecker.com, and TeachingBJJ.com. In this episode, we break down Christian's five-part framework for creating: failure, brains, skills, ideas, and karma. Christian's creations: “Create Something” workshop with Christian Graugart https://youtu.be/gqtTRF5Fu98 BJJ Globetrotters https://www.bjjglobetrotters.com/ Belt Checker https://www.beltchecker.com/ Teaching BJJ https://www.teachingbjj.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: 80/20 Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/80-20-rule/ Teach to Learn https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/ Extreme Ownership https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ The Golden Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/golden-rule/ Permission Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/permission-paradox/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Placeholders https://bjjmentalmodels.com/placeholders/ Idea Communism https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/ Levels of Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/levels-of-competition/ Transfer of Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/transfer-of-learning/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: ⚠️ 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

May 31, 2021

This week, we're joined by Adam Medlock. Adam is the lead autism educator for a special school in the UK. He has worked with children and young adults with autism for most of his professional life. Adam joins us to educate the grappling community on autism. He provides a framework for understanding the autism spectrum and making BJJ more inclusive to autistic students. Topics discussed include: How autism and the spectrum are defined How BJJ may be beneficial to autistic people Where autistic people may struggle with BJJ How we inadvertently alienate autistic people How the instructor can help autistic students How to help your autistic training partners How to make your gym more accessible. Mental models discussed in this episode: Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ The Golden Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/golden-rule/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Flow https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 24, 2021

This week, Steve and Matt talk about frames. Can you believe we made it 127 episodes deep without doing a full episode on this topic? This is probably the most in-depth and conceptual discussion of frames you'll ever hear. Some key points about frames: Frames are a structural barrier used to keep your opponent at a distance. Frames and wedges are very similar. Frames are used for defense - as opposed to wedges, which are used for offense. Frames are strongest when "solid" - meaning there are no structural weaknesses from your joints. With frames, you don't need to block the opposing side. With wedges, you do. Making "pointy" frames with your elbow or knee is risky because your opponent might pass your limb across your center. Mental models discussed in this episode: Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Defend With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defend-with-purpose/ Force Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-vectors/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Solid Frames https://bjjmentalmodels.com/solid-frames/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Head Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/head-position/ Surface Area https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

May 17, 2021

This week we're joined again by Livia Giles! Livia's expecting, and will be adding motherhood to her long list of achievements! In this episode, we discuss Livia's experience with pregnancy, and how she balances being an expecting mother with the lifestyle of an elite-level BJJ black belt and coach. Mental models discussed in this episode: Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Prevention Over Cure https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Short-term/Long-term Paradox https://bjjmentalmodels.com/short-term-long-term-paradox/ Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 10, 2021

This week, we're joined by the living legend, Rafael Lovato Jr.! Rafael introduces his philosophy of Timeless Jiu-Jitsu, which he used to become one of the greatest champions of his generation. Rafael talks about being a forever student, teaching to learn, finding your why, leading from the front, competition, finding mentors, positivity, mindfulness, and investing in yourself. NOTE: Apologies for the background noise in this episode. We tried to clean it up. Lovato’s Timeless Jiu-Jitsu Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/timelessjj The official Timeless Jiu-Jitsu website: https://www.timelessjiujitsu.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Teach to Learn https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/ First Principles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/first-principles/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Transfer of Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/transfer-of-learning/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 3, 2021

This week, Matt and Steve talk about ratchet control: a powerful mental model for using limb rotation to break alignment. There are two directions of ratchet control: Internal rotation: Kimuras, heel hooks, reaps External rotation: Americanas, knee flares. While both are effective, internal rotation normally breaks alignment more than external rotation. Internal rotation also offers a path to the back. Mental models discussed in this episode: Ratchet Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ratchet-control/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Breaking Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/breaking-mechanics/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 26, 2021

This week, we're joined by Mike "Doctor Kickass" Piekarski! Mike is a black belt and Doctor of Physical Therapy. We discuss tactics for injury rehab and dispel some of the common myths. Check out Mike Piekarski at http://doctorkickass.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 19, 2021

This week, we're joined by Marcus Aurelius Anderson! Marcus is a performance coach, TEDx speaker, and bestselling author of "The Gift of Adversity." He joins us to discuss the 80/20 Rule, also known as the Pareto principle, and how its rigorous application can focus and change your life. In this episode, Marcus suggests these three steps for clarifying your priorities: Create a "power list" of 2-3 objectives for the day. Ask yourself: is what I’m doing right now getting me closer or further away from my goal? Be present and intentional. Check out Marcus' book, TEDx talk, and podcast at: https://www.marcusaureliusanderson.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: 80/20 Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/80-20-rule/ Tokui Waza https://bjjmentalmodels.com/tokui-waza/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Systematic Abandonment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/systematic-abandonment/ Teach to Learn https://bjjmentalmodels.com/teach-to-learn/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.c ⚠️ 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

Apr 12, 2021

This week, Steve is joined by psychotherapist and executive coach David Zeitler. David explains his process for coaching as he learned under Robert Kegan. We discuss Robert Kegan's framework for adult development, the self-authoring mindset, world-class performance, what makes someone coachable, what makes a good coach, resistance to help, the difference between coaches/mentors/advisors, and finding a coach. David Zeitler's website: Zeitler Executive Dynamix https://mindfulness.coach/ David's book recommendation: In Over Our Heads, by Robert Kegan https://www.amazon.com/Over-Our-Heads-Mental-Demands/dp/0674445880 David's recommendation for finding coaches like him: Minds at Work: Change Leadership Coaching for Immunity to Change https://mindsatwork.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Systematic Abandonment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/systematic-abandonment/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Flow https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Shuhari https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ First Principles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/first-principles/ The Golden Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/golden-rule/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ The 80/20 Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/80-20-rule/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates fr ⚠️ 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

Apr 5, 2021

This week, Steve is joined by Dominyka "Dom" Obelenyte! On that mats, Dom is a 4x BJJ world champion...but off the mats, she's also an accomplished artist. Together, we explore the "art" component of the gentle art. Dom helps us understand the definition of art, being uniquely who you are, building your professional skillset, goal setting, assigning value to the subjective, and finding your target audience. Dom's BJJ website: http://dominykao.com/ Dom's artist website: https://dominyka-art.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Levels of Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/levels-of-competition/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Windows of Opportunity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/windows-of-opportunity/ Table Selection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/table-selection/ Race to the Bottom https://bjjmentalmodels.com/race-to-the-bottom/ Flow https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 1, 2021

Steve is rejoined by Jeff Shaw from Bellingham BJJ. Steve and Jeff do a deep dive into the art of professional wrestling, why it's so misunderstood, and why it's an excellent base for BJJ. Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/

Mar 29, 2021

How does a brush with death change the way you live your life? This week, Steve is joined by Daniel Rodriguez, black belt and cancer survivor. We talk about how experiencing his own mortality taught Daniel to live with intention. Mental models discussed in this episode: Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Loss Aversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/loss-aversion/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 24, 2021

Steve here. I told Rob Biernacki that we could record an episode on gripfighting and kuzushi to coincide with the release of his new instructional on the same topic. This was a big mistake. Rob could not get his mic working - which, of course, he blamed on our recording software. I later learned that he was recording from HIS MOM'S HOUSE, where I assume he was connecting via a 28 baud modem. I quickly gave up on this endeavor, so Rob enlisted the help of his cabin boy Rory van Vliet to provide the required tech support. This disasterpiece is the result. In this "episode," Rob and Rory introduce gripfighting and kuzushi, explain why they're important, and do a frankly awful job of trying to sell you on this new instructional. After suffering through this episode I am even less motivated than before to watch this instructional, and I got it for free! Rob was supposed to include a discount code, but he forgot, so we gave up on that. Jesus Christ. The Gripfighting and Kuzushi Formula, with Rob Biernacki and Stephan Kesting https://www.grapplearts.com/the-gripfighting-and-kuzushi-formula-with-rob-biernacki-and-stephan-kesting/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 22, 2021

This week, we're joined again by “Papa Tortoise,” Priit Mihkelson! Priit talks about the best practices Jiu-Jitsu can take from other sports, such as pedagogic methods, the importance of play, and a reduced emphasis on hierarchy. Mental models discussed in this episode: Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 19, 2021

Steve here! Please check out this quick update on what we've been working on in the last year, and where we're going in the next. Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/

Mar 15, 2021

This week, Steve is joined by Judo world champion and 4x BJJ world champion Kathy Hubble. Kathy shares the tactics and adjustments that make Judo throws more effective in BJJ. Here's the YouTube video we reference in this episode: Judo for BJJ; Stephan Kesting and Kathy Hubble https://youtu.be/8wScXUDkwB8 Mental models discussed in this episode: Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Microtransitions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/microtransitions/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private. Our premium offerings are powered by Patreon. Sign up here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 8, 2021

This week, Steve is joined by Matt Kirtley, best known as Aesopian. In addition to being a moderator of Reddit's /r/bjj and a long-time Jiu-Jitsu blogger, Matt is a critic of martial arts cults. Matt joins us today to discuss the BITE (behavior, information, thought, emotional control) Model and influence continuum. The BITE Model and influence continuum are concepts defined by cult expert Steven Hassan. They can help identify whether an organization's influence is positive or negative. They're a great way to determine if you or a loved one are being manipulated by a cult or cult-like organization. BITE Model: https://freedomofmind.com/bite-model/ Influence Continuum: https://freedomofmind.com/influence-continuum/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 1, 2021

This week Steve is joined by Brian Glick, black belt from the Danaher Death Squad. We discuss methods versus outcomes, how to know if we're on the right path, and how to tell if the resulting fallacy is leading us astray. Mental models discussed in this episode: Probabilistic Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Discipline Equals Freedom https://bjjmentalmodels.com/discipline-equals-freedom/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Shuhari https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ Resulting Fallacy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 22, 2021

This is it: the ultimate onboarding package for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Jeff Shaw, co-owner of Bellingham BJJ and host of Dirty White Belt Radio, joins us to tell absolute beginners what they need to know about Jiu-Jitsu. If you're looking to start BJJ, or you're introducing someone to BJJ, play this episode. Topics discussed in this episode: How to introduce the brand new student to Jiu-Jitsu What to look for in a gym/instructor How to identify red flags with a gym/instructor How to onboard new students Critical concepts for beginners Techniques vs. concepts How BJJ is different from other martial arts How John Danaher pronounces "rodeo" How to talk about butts. Buttocks? Bum? Ass? Hindquarters? How to avoid alienating students The most effective pro wrestling finishers in BJJ BJJ etiquette: dos and don'ts Mental models discussed in this episode: Principles Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/principles-over-techniques/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment/ Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ Prevention Over Cure https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/ Marginal Gains https://bjjmentalmodels.com/marginal-gains/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 15, 2021

This week, Steve and Matt are rejoined by Dr. Valerie "Valhalla" Worthington. We have a thoughtful discussion on the ego, how it can hinder us, how it can help us, and whether "killing" the ego is a good idea. Mental models discussed in this episode: Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Defensive Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Emotional Contagion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/emotional-contagion/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 8, 2021

This week, Steve and Matt dive into knee on belly and break down the position using the mental models we discuss on the show. Uke's predictable responses from knee on belly: Getting to their side - either turning toward or away from you Attacking your feet Getting their foot on your hip or inverting into a leg entanglement Critical control points for knee on belly: Maintaining good foot position. No gaps between your shoelaces and their hip. Don't let them grab your legs, especially the free leg. Keeping a lower squat, ideally an elbow-knee connection, to close access to your hip and leg. Keeping their shoulders parallel to the floor. Mental models discussed in this episode: Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Elbow Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Center of Gravity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/center-of-gravity/ Surface Area (or Blading) https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ Critical Control Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 1, 2021

This week, Steve is joined by Bruce Hoyer from Next Edge Academy. Bruce is best known for pioneering the reverse classroom model in BJJ. If you've been looking for a new and empowering way to structure your learning or classes, this is the episode for you. IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 25, 2021

This week, Steve and Matt are joined by multi-time world champion Emily Kwok. Having studied directly with Marcelo Garcia and Josh Waitzkin, Emily joins us to share her expertise on the study of peak performance. Mental models discussed in this episode: Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Flow https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/ Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Shuhari https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Extreme Ownership https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Prevention Over Cure https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Systematic Abandonment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/systematic-abandonment/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 18, 2021

This week, Steve and Matt are joined by Nelson Puentes, the co-founder of Inverted Gear. Nelson shares the story of the business and is generous with advice to other entrepreneurs who are looking to get started. We discuss the importance of branding, the joy of logistics, and how to pivot during adversity. Oh...and we talk about short shorts. IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 11, 2021

This week, Steve is joined again by Robert Degle. Robert shares his experience with information literacy, and how grapplers can answer the questions: how do I know this technique is a good technique? And what makes a technique good, anyway? Due to incorrect audio settings in this episode, it sounds like Steve is yelling through a megaphone. We did our best to clean up the audio, but it's still noticeable. Sorry about this. Mental models discussed in this episode: Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Resulting Fallacy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Idea Communism https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/ First Principles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/first-principles/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 4, 2021

This week, Steve is joined by the internet's favorite professor, Stephan Kesting. We have a post-mortem on the disastrous year that was 2020, discuss how we can develop a resilient mindset, and how the BJJ community can heal and recover in 2021. Mental models discussed in this episode: Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 28, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt are joined by one of Steve's personal Jiu-Jitsu heroes, Dr. Valerie “Valhalla” Worthington! Dr. Worthington shares her expertise in coaching, both on and off the mats. We have a great discussion on the ethics of being a coach, getting more women into Jiu-Jitsu, and celebrating our differences. Mental models discussed in this episode: Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Extreme Ownership https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/ Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ The Map Is Not the Territory https://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Respect People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 21, 2020

This week, Matt is joined by Judo legend Shintaro Higashi for a super detailed and technical discussion of grip strategy. Mental models discussed in this episode: Mirrored Stances https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mirrored-stances/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Kinetic Chains https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains/ Dilemma https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Transfer of Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/transfer-of-learning/ Meditative Drilling (Technique Visualization) https://bjjmentalmodels.com/meditative-drilling/ Naming Concepts (Labeling) https://bjjmentalmodels.com/naming-concepts/ The Map Is Not the Territory https://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 14, 2020

This week, we're joined by Dr. David Ley. In addition to being a clinical psychologist and frequent contributor to Psychology Today, David is a Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Roberto Alencar. He's the perfect guest to discuss one of our most frequently requested topics: depression and Jiu-Jitsu. Mental models discussed in this episode: Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Growth from Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ First Principles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/first-principles/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 7, 2020

The juice. The sauce. The bomba. It's prevalent in our sport. But is it true that everyone uses them? And regardless, would that justify using them yourself? This week, we're joined again by Lachlan Giles to discuss the ethics of performance-enhancing drug use in BJJ, and the recent firestorm around his principled comments on Instagram. Research referenced in this episode: https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-24730151 https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190125084106.htm IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 30, 2020

This week, we're joined again by Island Top Team black belt Rory van Vliet. Rory helps us answer the question: when you are a caregiver, how do you use Jiu-Jitsu safely and with compassion? If you ever wanted to learn how to use Jiu-Jitsu to safely subdue Grandma, this is the episode for you. Mental models discussed in this episode: Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Prevention Over Cure https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ The Map Is Not the Territory https://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Marginal Gains https://bjjmentalmodels.com/marginal-gains/ Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 22, 2020

What a milestone! This week, Steve and Matt celebrate 100 episodes of BJJ Mental Models, and share the biggest lessons we've learned so far. We also discuss cat litter options, feline dietary considerations, and fail hard at pronouncing German names. Mental models discussed in this episode: Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ Surface Area https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ Force Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-vectors/ Minimize Attack Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/minimize-attack-vectors/ Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ First Principles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/first-principles/ The Map Is Not the Territory https://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 16, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt are joined by Lachlan and Livia Giles! Lachlan and Livia share their world-class wisdom on developing your grappling style, and advise how you can consciously guide the process of style development. Mental models discussed in this episode: Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Prioritize Longevity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Levels of Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/levels-of-competition/ Systematic Abandonment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/systematic-abandonment/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 9, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt are joined by Robert Degle! We have a deep conversation around the win conditions of our sport, how they influence our behavior, and why it's important to understand WHY we train Jiu-Jitsu. Mental models discussed in this episode: Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Flow https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 2, 2020

This week, we're joined by defensive strategist Priit Mihkelson! Much to Matt's chagrin, Steve and Priit espouse the benefits of turtle and why it's an underappreciated position. Priit shares some great philosophy on how shoring up your defense can give you the confidence to be more effective in your offense. Priit's tips for turtle: Keep your head on the mat Use the boxer shoulder, or "Stephen Hawking" (head tilt) Keep your elbows on your hips Don't put your elbows on the mat Protect your neck with your wrists. Mental models discussed in this episode: Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Tipping Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/tipping-points/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 26, 2020

This week, Seb Lavoie joins us again for a second dive into the conflict mindset. Seb shares his wealth of experience to discuss frequently asked conflict-related questions, such as situational awareness, home invasion preparation. Seb also shares some incredible stories from his career in the field. Mental models discussed in this episode: Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Prevention Over Cure https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Meditative Drilling (AKA Technique Visualization) https://bjjmentalmodels.com/meditative-drilling/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 19, 2020

This week on the podcast, we're joined once again by Sergeant Major Seb Lavoie. Seb shares his expertise on the mindset required to manage conflict. We also discuss a dozen hypotheticals about getting into a scuffle while waiting in line at the bank teller. Seb references two books in this episode: On Combat, by Dave Grossman On Killing, by Dave Grossman Mental models discussed in this episode: Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Meditative Drilling (Technique Visualization) https://bjjmentalmodels.com/meditative-drilling/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Defensive Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 12, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt are joined by Olympian and Judo legend Travis Stevens. Travis shares how he developed the kind of champion's mindset required to succeed at the highest levels. Mental models discussed in this episode: Levels of Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/levels-of-competition/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Defensive Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Resulting Fallacy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 5, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt are joined by Cal McDonald to discuss best practices for educating kids. In addition to being a black belt under Rob Biernacki, Cal is a specialist in creating educational frameworks for children. Cal shares his knowledge on the topic in a wonderful conversation with implications well beyond teaching children. This is one of our favorite conversations ever on the podcast. Learning strategies discussed: Effortful Retrieval: Make them work to pull concepts back out of their memories. Chunking: Manage their cognitive load. Interleaving: Shake it up to force them to recall techniques. Varied Practice: The partner provides variable levels of resistance. Elaboration: Connect things to what they already know. Modeling: Demonstrate flawless technique because they will mirror you. Mental models discussed in this episode: Spaced Repetition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/spaced-repetition/ Cognitive Load https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Critical Control Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/ Transfer of Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/transfer-of-learning/ Interleaving https://bjjmentalmodels.com/interleaving/ Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Alignment Over Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 28, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt are joined by Jon Thomas, the legendary black belt and BJJ instructor. Steve, Matt, and Jon have a spirited discussion about the best way to integrate new techniques into your game. We also discuss the limitations of principles and how being dogmatic about them can hinder your development. Jon suggests four ways to integrate new techniques: ask your coach watch an instructional watch competition video creativity Mental models discussed in this episode: Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Interleaving https://bjjmentalmodels.com/interleaving/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ The Map Is Not the Territory https://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 21, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt break down the differences between single and double lever control. In general, single lever control affords more damage, whereas double lever control affords more control. Learn more about this mental model here: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/single-vs-double-lever-control/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Single vs. Double Lever Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/single-vs-double-lever-control/ Rotational Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/rotational-control/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Double Trouble https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-trouble/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 14, 2020

This week, Steve is once again joined by Rob Biernacki from Island Top Team. If you follow Rob, you know how passionate he is about respecting expertise and calling out impostors. We live in a world where identifying expertise is harder - and more important - than ever. In this episode, we give you the tools to do so. When assessing an expert, beware these red flags: Does the expert speak with 100% certainty at all times? Does the expert avoid disclosing the limits of their knowledge? Does the expert try to win arguments with quantity instead of quality? (the Gish gallop) Does your expert cherry-pick facts to support their position, while disregarding evidence to the contrary? Is the expert unwilling to entertain criticism? Does the expert speak in overly simple, black-or-white terms? Does the expert rely solely on their title or rank to justify their opinion? Does the expert speak on matters outside of their area of expertise? Are there no "quality gatekeepers," such as publishers or fact-checkers, to ensure the expert is correct? Do the majority of other experts speak poorly of this expert? Has this expert conflated experience with expertise? IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 7, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt talk about seated guards! Seated guards are a great way to track and harass your opponent from the bottom. In this episode, you'll also learn why supine guard is sometimes referred to as Ali-Inoki position - which is a much more dignified nickname than how seated guard is referred to as "buttscooting." Mental models discussed in this episode: Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Mirrored Stances https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mirrored-stances/ Minimize Attack Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/minimize-attack-vectors/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 31, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt talk about gi-based open guards! There are a lot of variations, including spider guard, collar and sleeve, and worm guard. The sheer number of grip configurations can be overwhelming. Rather than trying to memorize each variation, we suggest thinking in a concept-based approach. In this episode, we discuss how. Mental models discussed in this episode: Direct vs. Proxy Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/direct-vs-proxy-control/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Phases of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Critical Control Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 24, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt talk about butterfly guard! Butterfly is a hook-based guard that works in both gi and no-gi, and excels against larger opponents. Mental models discussed in this episode: Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/ Types of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/types-of-guard/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Head Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/head-position/ Single vs. Double Lever Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/single-vs-double-lever-control/ Principles Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/principles-over-techniques/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Direct vs. Proxy Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/direct-vs-proxy-control/ Beginner’s Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 17, 2020

This week, X gon' give it to ya! Steve and Matt discuss X guard and its variants. X guard, while an advanced position and difficult to enter, is an incredibly powerful position that's especially effective against larger opponents. There are three primary types of X guard: X guard - best used when you're right underneath your opponent Single leg X guard - best used when controlling the far leg is a challenge Reverse X guard - best used when your opponent is leaning forward. Mental models discussed in this episode: Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Center of Gravity https://bjjmentalmodels.com/center-of-gravity/ Double Trouble https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-trouble/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 10, 2020

It's time for another series! This week, Steve and Matt begin our new five-part Open Guard Series with a concept-based breakdown of the de la Riva guard and reverse de la Riva guard. Mental models discussed in this episode: Types of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/types-of-guard/ Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Critical Control Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/ Dictating the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictating-the-pace/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 3, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt discuss the concept of the third place. It's a sociological concept coined by Ray Oldenburg, who argues that we have three important places in our life: The first place: your home The second place: your work The third place: the anchor to your community. The third place is where we blow off steam, get away from the demands of the first two places, and build relationships. For most of us, our third place is Jiu-Jitsu. You can read more about the third place here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Third_place IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 27, 2020

The most important - and also hardest - part of every journey is the first step. If you can't bring yourself to take the first step, you deny yourself the most important growth opportunities in life. This week, Steve and Matt talk about the psychology of the first step, and how to overcome the natural fear of starting a new initiative. And more importantly, we also talk about Final Fantasy VII Remake. Mental models discussed in this episode: Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Defensive Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/ Emotional Contagion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/emotional-contagion/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 20, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt discuss tipping points: the concept that, once you have sufficient leverage or momentum, your desired outcome can no longer be denied. We've all experienced tipping points, whether it be on the mats or off. In Jiu-Jitsu, tipping points occur when your opponent gains so much leverage that you cannot realistically fight off their attack anymore, and your only recourse is to change your tactics. In real life, tipping points occur when an idea, product, or movement gains sufficient momentum that its growth becomes exponential. Good strategies involve creating tipping points for yourself, and pivoting should your opponent create a tipping point against you. Reading list for this episode: The Tipping Point, by Malcolm Gladwell https://www.gladwellbooks.com/titles/malcolm-gladwell/the-tipping-point/9780316316965/ The Four Hour Work Week, by Tim Ferriss https://fourhourworkweek.com/ Mental models discussed in this episode: Tipping Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/tipping-points/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 13, 2020

What is "the best way" to teach a Jiu-Jitsu class? Is there even an answer to that question? This week, Steve and Matt discuss common BJJ teaching methodologies such as concepts-based, toughness-based, and sequence-based. Mental models discussed in this episode: Train With Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 6, 2020

This week Steve and Matt discuss the concept of surface area, and why it's important to expose as little of your body's surface area as possible. This strategy is sometimes referred to by the Danaher Death Squad as blading. When you're on top, minimizing surface area makes it much harder for your opponent to block your guard passes. When you're on bottom, minimizing surface area makes it much harder for your opponent to stabilize an offensive position. Mental models discussed in this episode: Surface Area https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ Leading Edges https://bjjmentalmodels.com/leading-edges/ Force Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-vectors/ Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Minimize Attack Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/minimize-attack-vectors/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 29, 2020

This week Steve is joined by Rory van Vliet, an Island Top Team black belt under Rob Biernacki, to discuss online education. Rory is the co-instructor of the BJJ Concepts online academy, the operator behind the RVV BJJ YouTube channel, and the creator of the Guard Retention Formula instructional series alongside Stephan Kesting. Rory is uniquely qualified to discuss the topic of online education, so if you've ever wanted to share your knowledge with the world, this episode is for you. Mental models discussed in this episode: Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 22, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt discuss how to get motivated and stay motivated. It's easy to lose that fire inside and become exhausted through the rigors and routine of everyday life. Every now and then, you need to draw from different sources to become invigorated and motivated again. In this episode we talk about four common sources of motivation: Motivation from failure Motivation from regret Motivation from inspiration Motivation from necessity. Mental models discussed in this episode: Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ Defensive Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 15, 2020

It's our honor and privilege to be joined this week by Sergeant Major Seb Lavoie. In addition to a lifetime of experience in the martial arts, Seb is a 19-year veteran of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and previously served in the Canadian Armed Forces. Seb is currently the divisional Sergeant Major for British Columbia, Canada. This week Seb joins us to discuss the killing of George Floyd, police use of force, and where police organizations around the world can go from here. Apologies for the audio quality; we recorded this episode via Zoom so we could get it published in a timely fashion. Please note that the opinions expressed by Seb Lavoie may not necessarily reflect the organizational views of the RCMP. IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 8, 2020

Fear of time, or chronophobia, is a cause of constant anxiety and stress for many of us. It's the persistent fear that you're just not doing enough. This week, Steve and Matt discuss strategies for combating the fear of time. Ways to combat the fear of time: Kaizen (continuous improvement) Compartmentalizing Being present Recommended reading if you need help combating the fear of time: How to Stop Worrying and Start Living, by Dale Carnegie Mental models discussed in this episode: Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 1, 2020

Submissions aren't just fight-ending techniques; they're tools to advance the position even if the submission fails. This week, Steve and Matt discuss how to use submissions as a way to advance position. Mental models discussed in this episode: Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/ Dilemma https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Critical Control Points https://bjjmentalmodels.com/critical-control-points/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 25, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt talk about the mount: an old-school, demoralizing, and devastating position. The mount has three sub-positions: low mount, where you lie on top of uke; high mount, where you bring your knees into uke's armpits and posture up; technical mounts, including jockey mount and S mount. Mental models discussed in this episode: Crossing the Center https://bjjmentalmodels.com/crossing-the-center/ Defend with Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defend-with-purpose/ Head Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/head-position/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Double Trouble https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-trouble/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 18, 2020

This week Steve and Matt talk about stress. Stress is a fact of life, and it can be a tool for growth if used properly. Some techniques for managing stress: Exercising Eating well Sleeping Controlled breathing Mindfulness Challenging yourself regularly Making time for yourself Doing what you love Not becoming obsessed with comfort Appreciating when you have enough. Mental models discussed in this episode: Growth From Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 11, 2020

As we've learned from Street Fighter, combos are important. A single technique in isolation is not as effective as a series of chained attacks. There are two ways you can chain attacks together: in a sequence, or in parallel. Mental models discussed in this episode: Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Alignment over Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Placeholders https://bjjmentalmodels.com/placeholders/ Dilemma https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Double Trouble https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-trouble/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Train with Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 4, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt cover a commonly requested topic: controlling your breathing. It's a great technique for energy regulation, overcoming fear, and improving general well-being. Mental models discussed in this episode: Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Growth from Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 27, 2020

Learning to stay loose is one of the quickest ways to improve your Jiu-Jitsu. This week, Steve and Matt explain the importance of staying loose, how to develop awareness of when you're too tense, and when it's appropriate to use tension. Why you should stay loose: It masks your intentions It saves energy and prevents muscle burnout It denies your opponent leverage. When it's okay to use tension: When you're doing so for a reason When your tension cannot be exploited. Mental models discussed in this episode: Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Microtransitions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/microtransitions/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Force Compression https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-compression/ Choking Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/choking-mechanics/ Breaking Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/breaking-mechanics/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 20, 2020

What better topic for episode #69 than north-south? Let's talk about the barbecue position. Mental models discussed in this episode: Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Head Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/head-position/ Force Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-vectors/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 13, 2020

In crisis, there is opportunity. Let's talk about entrepreneurship, and why this global pandemic may be the opportunity you need to start your business. Mental models discussed in this episode: Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Race to the Bottom https://bjjmentalmodels.com/race-to-the-bottom/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Extreme Ownership https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 6, 2020

As Matt says, you need to learn to be happy for other people. Let's talk about how a mindset of gratitude destroys the ego and improves your learning. Mental models discussed in this episode: Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Cognitive Dissonance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-dissonance/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Growth from Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 1, 2020

We've got a special announcement for you: BJJ Mental Models is proud to announce we are launching the world's first fully virtual online Jiu-Jitsu academy! Achieve black belt excellence in the comfort of your own home. IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/

Mar 30, 2020

Sometimes we choose adversity, and sometimes adversity chooses us. Steve and Matt talk about the best mindset for times of crisis. As a community, we'll get through this one together. Mental models discussed in this episode: Growth from Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Defensive Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 23, 2020

IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Show notes: This week, Steve and Matt discuss the importance of head positioning. We focus on our arms and legs, but the head is an under-utilized weapon and can make all the difference. Mental models discussed in this episode: Head Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/head-position/ Leading Edges https://bjjmentalmodels.com/leading-edges/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Surface Area https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Crossing the Center https://bjjmentalmodels.com/crossing-the-center/ Placeholders https://bjjmentalmodels.com/placeholders/ Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Height Advantage https://bjjmentalmodels.com/height-advantage/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 19, 2020

IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/

Mar 16, 2020

This week, Rob is back to help Steve and Matt discuss the tactics used by cult-like organizations. We discuss why these are dangerous, common objections from cult members, and tactics to combat cult-like behaviour in your organization. For more on the BITE influence continuum: https://freedomofmind.com/influence-continuum/ Why cult tactics are dangerous: The rabbit hole effect: Although belief in cults and conspiracy theories may start small, they lead to escalating and more radical beliefs. Cognitive dissonance: The mind becomes uncomfortable when your actions don't align with your preconceived beliefs. Once someone starts involvement with a cult, cognitive dissonance can lead people to "rewrite" their beliefs to be deeper entrenched in the cult. Common objections from cult members: “These rituals are for team building.” “I get value out of the cult.” “It’s harmless to play along with these rituals.” “Cult is too strong a term for our organization.” “Our cult is one of the good ones.” Tactics for combating cults: Use of humor, especially with the leader The leader isn't afraid to look bad or lose Willingness to challenge the leader Exposure to other groups Communal sharing of knowledge Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 9, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt are once again joined by Rob Biernacki to discuss a topic very near and dear to us: cults and the tactics they use. Cults have a long and storied history within the martial arts. This episode gives you the tools you need to identify when you're being exploited by a cult-like organization. Who is vulnerable to recruitment: People seeking security People seeking belonging People seeking specialness/unearned superiority. Tactics used by cult-like organizations to manipulate their members: An initial act of dominion Reverence to a mysterious mystical figure Secret knowledge Separating you from the rest of your support network and society Hierarchy where questioning authority is prohibited and punished Escalating requirements of personal contribution Ostracizing former members Aggressively protecting the cult’s reputation. Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 2, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt teach you how to be ALPHA. Mental models discussed in this episode: Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Defend with Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defend-with-purpose/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Mask your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Dilemma https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 24, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt talk about how to identify and exploit opportunities. Mental models discussed in this episode: Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Train with Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Win Conditions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Return on Investment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 17, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt talk about passivity. I mean, if it's okay with you. If not, we can talk about something else. Mental models discussed in this episode: Growth from Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Defensive Thinking https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/ Train with Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 10, 2020

It's history lesson time! This week Steve and Matt dive into the hemarkable story of the first family of Jiu-Jitsu. Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 3, 2020

To grab a dude, or to grab a dude by his clothing? This week, Steve and Matt discuss direct versus proxy control. Mental models discussed in this episode: Direct vs. Proxy Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/direct-vs-proxy-control/ Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Phases of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Anatomic Hierarchy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/anatomic-hierarchy/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Interleaving https://bjjmentalmodels.com/interleaving/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 27, 2020

This week, Steve and Matt explain why you don't deserve that blue belt. Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 20, 2020

How have we not covered this topic yet? In this week's episode, Steve and Matt discuss the principles behind guard passing. Mental models discussed in this episode: Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Direct vs. Proxy Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/direct-vs-proxy-control/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Phases of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Shifting Platforms https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shifting-platforms/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 13, 2020

Oliver Taza is back! Matt and Oliver discuss Oliver's performance at No Gi Worlds, gym ownership, tournament strategy, and today's competitors. Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 6, 2020

This week's episode is for those of us who aren't natural Jiu-Jitsu prodigies. Mental models discussed in this episode: Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Growth from Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Habits over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 30, 2019

Uke is a Japanese word meaning the person who receives a technique. A good uke can amplify the effectiveness of your drilling. This week, Steve and Matt discuss how to be a good uke. Mental models discussed in this episode: Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Growth from Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 23, 2019

You don't need to compromise your ethics to build a successful gym. Rob Biernacki, head coach of Island Top Team and bjjconcepts.net, shares his insights on how to build an ethical Jiu-Jitsu business. Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 16, 2019

It all begins again. For our 50th episode, Steve and Matt revisit the topic of our very first episode: the alignment framework. But this time around, we've invited Rob Biernacki - the innovator of the concept - to explain alignment. Mental models discussed in this episode: Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Alignment over Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/ Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Rotational Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/rotational-control/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 9, 2019

Modern Jiu-Jitsu has dozens, if not hundreds, of different types of guard...and that number is only going to grow as we continue to innovate. This week Steve and Matt discuss how you can group guards into categories to more easily understand them. Mental models discussed in this episode: Types of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/types-of-guard/ Phases of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/ Kinetic Chains https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Dec 2, 2019

We've always said growth comes from pushing yourself...but giving yourself time to recover is just as important. This week, Steve and Matt teach how to grow physically and mentally by using a combination of stress and recovery. Mental models discussed in this episode: Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Growth from Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 25, 2019

This week, Steve and Matt discuss systems thinking for Jiu-Jitsu. Organizing ideas into systems is one of the best ways to truly understand any difficult discipline. Mental models discussed in this episode: Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Alignment over Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/ Double Trouble https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-trouble/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 18, 2019

When you get greedy, you make mistakes...and if you want to win, avoiding mistakes is key. This week Steve and Matt discuss frugality as a strategy for Jiu-Jitsu. Mental models discussed in this episode: Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Plus, Minus, Equals https://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Abundance/Scarcity Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 11, 2019

This week Steve and Matt discuss how some techniques require a greater level of commitment than others. We discuss commitment both as a strategy and a method for preventing injury. Mental models discussed in this episode: Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Overwhelming Force https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/ Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Nov 4, 2019

This week Steve and Matt discuss rulesets in Jiu-Jitsu. We talk about specific examples such as IBJJF and ADCC, as well as strategies for optimizing your gameplan under a specific ruleset. Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 28, 2019

This week Steve and Matt weigh in on the age-old debate between sport and self-defense BJJ. Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 21, 2019

This week we were privileged to speak to Oliver Taza from the Danaher Death Squad. Oliver shares his thoughts on competing at the highest levels, PEDs, and training with the Danaher Death Squad. Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 14, 2019

You'd be surprised how often we're asked to cover this topic. Well, we're finally going to do it. This week Steve and Matt discuss how to shut down a much smaller opponent. Mental models discussed in this episode: Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Phases of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/ Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Isolate a Single Target https://bjjmentalmodels.com/isolate-a-single-target/ Shifting Platforms https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shifting-platforms/ Microtransitions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/microtransitions/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Oct 7, 2019

As the great mathematician Carl Jacobi said, "invert, always invert." This week Steve and Matt discuss inversion, not just as a strategy for Jiu-Jitsu but also as a strategy for breaking out of your thought patterns. Mental models discussed in this episode: Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Interleaving https://bjjmentalmodels.com/interleaving/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 30, 2019

This week Steve and Matt discuss inside channel control, also known as inside position. It's a tremendously powerful mental model, especially if your strategy involves leglocks or getting underneath your opponent. Mental models discussed in this episode: Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ Music by Enterprize: https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 23, 2019

Steve and Matt continue sharing your stories on Jiu-Jitsu and mental health. This week we share some very raw and personal stories about depression, PTSD, coping with loss, and suicidal thoughts. This episode does get heavy at times. We thank our listeners for sharing these stories, which couldn't have been easy. Note that we advocate Jiu-Jitsu as a SUPPLEMENT to therapy, NOT a replacement. If you need help - and we all do at times - please seek out professional and medical expertise. Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 16, 2019

How much benefit does Jiu-Jitsu really have for your mental health? We all know exercise is beneficial, but is there something special about Jiu-Jitsu? Matt and I decided to find out. In Part 1, we discuss confidence, addiction, and expert advice. Need more BJJ Mental Models? Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our mailing list: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/join/ Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/ Let them know you're an educated grappler with our merch: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/store/ Get the latest BJJ Mental Models updates from Facebook: https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 9, 2019

Jiu-Jitsu isn't about fighting; it's about making your opponent stop fighting. In this week's episode we discuss strategies for de-escalation, both in Jiu-Jitsu and in real life. Mental models discussed in this episode: Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Position over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Double Trouble https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-trouble/ Rotational Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/rotational-control/ Resulting Fallacy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ First Principles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/first-principles/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Sep 2, 2019

Respect your opponent, always. This week Steve and Matt discuss the different types of respect and why it's important. Mental models discussed in this episode: Respect your Opponent https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-your-opponent/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Raise the Level in the Room https://bjjmentalmodels.com/raise-the-level-in-the-room/ Rapoport's Rules https://bjjmentalmodels.com/rapoports-rules/ Growth from Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 26, 2019

Funneling, as coined by Nelson Puentes from Inverted Gear, is the strategy of forcing your opponent into areas where you are comfortable and experienced. It's key to high-level gameplanning. Mental models discussed in this episode: Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Asymmetric Warfare https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Myopia https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/ 80/20 Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/80-20-rule/ Respect People, not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 19, 2019

Don't worry, this one's not about politics! Today we discuss the pros and cons of Robert K. Merton's idea communism philosophy. The core question answered in this episode is: when should you share your ideas freely, and when should you use them for profit? Mental models discussed in this episode: Idea Communism & Idea Capitalism https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Race to the Bottom https://bjjmentalmodels.com/race-to-the-bottom/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 12, 2019

Be an anchor, not a tetherball. This week Steve and Matt discuss when you should and shouldn't tether your body to your opponent. Mental models discussed in this episode: Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/ Alignment over Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Aug 5, 2019

Action creates reaction. This week Steve and Matt discuss predictable responses, a mental model that helps you understand what your opponent is likely to do and decrease your reaction time. Mental models discussed in this episode: Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 29, 2019

This week Steve and Matt discuss double trouble, a mental model popularized by John Danaher. Mental models discussed in this episode: Double Trouble https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-trouble/ Rotational Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/rotational-control/ Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Kinetic Chains https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 22, 2019

This week Steve and Matt discuss the elbow-knee connection: a shockingly simple concept that, when applied intelligently, can improve your game in a variety of ways. Mental models discussed in this episode: Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Anatomic Hierarchy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/anatomic-hierarchy/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ First Principles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/first-principles/ Microtransitions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/microtransitions/ Kinetic Chains https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains/ Shifting Platforms https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shifting-platforms/ Principles over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/principles-over-techniques/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ Economy of Motion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 15, 2019

This week Steve and Matt discuss kuzushi, the Japanese art of balance breaking. Mental models discussed in this episode: Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Path of Least Resistance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/ Technique Chaining https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ Types of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/types-of-guard/ Microtransitions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/microtransitions/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Mask Your Intentions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 8, 2019

In the final episode of our instructor series, Steve & Matt shed light on the ugly side of Jiu-Jitsu and the instructors' responsibilities to create a healthy training environment. Topics include issues with your students, gym drama, cult mentality, and harassment. A huge thank you to Matt Kirtley, AKA Aesopian, for his detailed research into cults that contributed to this episode. Mental models discussed in this episode: Extreme Ownership https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Emotional Contagion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/emotional-contagion/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jul 1, 2019

Steve and Matt discuss the business relationships and networking activities critical to running a successful gym. Topics include skill swapping, building logistics, the competitive landscape, neighbouring businesses, privates, seminars, workshops, open mats, tournaments, managing your own promotions, sponsorships, and social media conduct. Mental models discussed in this episode: Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Idea Communism https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 24, 2019

Once you've opened your gym, how do maintain and grow your membership base? Steve and Matt discuss lead generation, advertising, merchandising, social media, websites, designing your schedule, and retaining students. Mental models discussed in this episode: Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 17, 2019

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 customers, hidden costs, the path to profitability, and affiliation. A must-listen for anyone interested in moving into Jiu-Jitsu as their full-time career. Mental models discussed in this episode: Habits over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Loss Aversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/loss-aversion/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 10, 2019

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 going to discuss: going from practitioner to coach, teaching class, one-on-one instruction, coaching children, coaching tournaments, and teaching seminars. Mental models discussed in this episode: Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Psychological Safety https://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/ Respect People, not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Learning Styles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/learning-styles/ The Golden Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/golden-rule/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jun 3, 2019

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 this episode: Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Growth from Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Microtransitions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/microtransitions/ Shifting Platforms https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shifting-platforms/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Grip Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grip-inversion/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 27, 2019

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 models discussed in this episode: Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Alignment vs Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/ Defend with Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defend-with-purpose/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Kinetic Chains https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Microtransitions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/microtransitions/ Shifting Platforms https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shifting-platforms/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 20, 2019

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://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/ Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ Habits Over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Self-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 13, 2019

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 discussed in this episode: Training Handicaps https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/ Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Extreme Ownership https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ Meditative Drilling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/meditative-drilling/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

May 6, 2019

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 episode: Phases of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/ Layers of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/layers-of-guard/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Force Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-vectors/ Leading Edges https://bjjmentalmodels.com/leading-edges/ Solid Frames https://bjjmentalmodels.com/solid-frames/ Kinetic Chains https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains/ Microtransitions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/microtransitions/ Feedback Loop https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 29, 2019

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 in this episode: Phases of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/ Types of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/types-of-guard/ Layers of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/layers-of-guard/ Theory of Alignment https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Kinetic Chains https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ Defend with Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defend-with-purpose/ Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/ Grip Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grip-inversion/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Alignment over Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/ Position Over Submission https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Anatomic Hierarchy https://bjjmentalmodels.com/anatomic-hierarchy/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 22, 2019

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 in this episode: Phases of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ Train with Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ Minimize Attack Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/minimize-attack-vectors/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Grip Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grip-inversion/ Training Handicaps https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 15, 2019

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 this episode: Force Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-vectors/ Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Solid Frames https://bjjmentalmodels.com/solid-frames/ Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ Leading Edges https://bjjmentalmodels.com/leading-edges/ Defend with Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defend-with-purpose/ Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/ Phases of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/ Overwhelming Force https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/ Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 8, 2019

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 ramifications to future Jiu-Jitsu tournaments. Article about the lawsuit: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/jiu-jitsu-waivers-1.5042941 Court filing: https://www.courts.gov.bc.ca/jdb-txt/sc/19/01/2019BCSC0189cor1.htm We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Apr 1, 2019

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 mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/

Mar 25, 2019

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-positions/ Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Do What Works https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/ Extreme Ownership https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/ Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ Flow https://bjjmentalmodels.com/flow/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Growth from Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 18, 2019

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-Competition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/self-competition/ Golden Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/golden-rule/ Growth from Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Habits over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ Extreme Ownership https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/ Keep it Playful https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Controlled Breathing https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/ Staying Loose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/ Growth Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 11, 2019

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/ Plus, Minus, Equals https://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals/ Abundance Mindset https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Train with Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Kaizen https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kaizen/ Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/ Habits over Results https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Mar 4, 2019

How do you remember all the information you receive during your training? Steve & Matt explore techniques and mental models for retaining knowledge. Mental models discussed in this episode: Spaced Repetition https://bjjmentalmodels.com/spaced-repetition/ Learning Styles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/learning-styles/ Mnemonics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mnemonics/ Naming Concepts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/naming-concepts/ Meditative Drilling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/meditative-drilling/ Form to Leave Form https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/ Principles over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/principles-over-techniques/ First Principles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/first-principles/ 80/20 Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/80-20-rule/ Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 25, 2019

Steve & Matt explore techniques to increase learning efficiency. Mental models discussed in this episode: Principles over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/principles-over-techniques/ Naming Concepts https://bjjmentalmodels.com/naming-concepts/ Growth from Discomfort https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/ Investing in Loss https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/ Scientific Method https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Train with Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ Plus, Minus, Equals https://bjjmentalmodels.com/plus-minus-equals/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 18, 2019

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/staying-loose/ Beginner's Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/ Stress and Recovery https://bjjmentalmodels.com/stress-and-recovery/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 11, 2019

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 People, Not Positions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Extreme Ownership https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Feb 4, 2019

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://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Isolate a Single Target https://bjjmentalmodels.com/isolate-a-single-target/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 28, 2019

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 mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 21, 2019

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/ Grip Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grip-inversion/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ ⚠️ 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

Jan 14, 2019

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. Wedges: Using parts of your body to block and restrict your opponent's movement. Wedges can also be used offensively, as in the case of knee on belly, where the knee is a wedge. We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: bjjmentalmodels.com ⚠️ 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

Jan 8, 2019

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