BJJ Mental Models Podcast
1) Mini Ep. 76: Knee Line
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the concept of the knee line: an imaginary line connecting your two knees. When the two points of this line combine with your groin, these three points create a...Show More
2) Ep. 359: Old Bastard Closed Guard, feat. Mike Mahaffey & Jesse Walker
This week, we're joined by Mike Mahaffey (Old Bastard BJJ) and Jesse Walker (Rough Hands BJJ)! Mike and Jesse explain the "old bastard" style of closed guard: a way to play the position without relyin...Show More
3) Mini Ep. 75: Curse of Knowledge
In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the curse of knowledge: a cognitive bias explaining why it's hard for experts to relate to beginners. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FR...Show More
4) Ep. 358: Please Tap, feat. Rob Biernacki
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 finish...Show More
5) Mini Ep 74: Center of Gravity
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 uprig...Show More
6) Ep. 357: The Truth About Burnout, feat. Jeff Shaw
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 un...Show More
7) Mini Ep. 73: Tipping Points
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 cou...Show More
8) Ep. 356: Safer Jiu-Jitsu Competitions, feat. Dr. Jen Case
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....Show More
9) Mini Ep. 72: Solid Frames
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...Show More
10) Ep. 355: Jiu-Jitsu Tape Study, feat. Corey Guitard
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, ...Show More