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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.
Abundance Mindset
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https://www.instagram.com/rphxma
Train at RPMA in Rochester, NY:
https://rochesterjiujitsu.com/
Mental models discussed in this episode:
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!
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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.
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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.
Theory of Alignment
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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:
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
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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.
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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.
Do What Works
Follow Charles on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/charlesharriott
Charles Harriott's website:
https://charlesharriott.com/
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https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/dvd/fighter_charles-harriott
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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjQfov7RyQ5fn3TLfqSmezQ
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https://www.patreon.com/charlesharriott
Mental models discussed in this episode:
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!
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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.
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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
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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
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https://www.invertedgearacademy.com/
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Feedback Loop
http://bjjmentalmodels.com/moodeng
Mental models discussed in this episode:
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
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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.
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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.
Keep it Playful
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:
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!
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In this week's mini-episode we explain the importance of technique chaining, and why "Jiu-Jitsu is the space between the techniques."
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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.
Asymmetric Warfare
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
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https://bjjfanatics.com/products/90-day-project-based-jiu-jitsu-by-josh-vogel
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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:
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!
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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
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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.
Ecological Dynamics
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:
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!
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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
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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.
Predictable Responses
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https://www.instagram.com/mo.jiujitsu
Train with Mo at Tabula Rasa BJJ in Colorado:
https://tabsbjj.com/
Mental models discussed in this episode:
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!
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In this week's mini-episode we explain kaizen, a Japanese concept translating roughly to "continuous improvement."
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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.
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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.
Ecological Dynamics
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:
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
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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.
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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.
Self-Competition
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Survivorship Bias
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/
Prioritize Longevity
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/
Extreme Ownership
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Consistency
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