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BJJ Mental Models

Your guide to a conceptual and intelligent Jiu-Jitsu approach. BJJ black belt Steve Kwan and a slate of expert guests explain the concepts, strategies, and tactics behind the gentle art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

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Latest Episodes:

Ep. 7: Mindfulness Feb 18, 2019

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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/

Ep. 6: Gym Culture & Etiquette Feb 11, 2019

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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/

Ep. 5: Finishing Mechanics Feb 04, 2019

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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/

Ep. 4: Dominant Angles Jan 28, 2019

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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/

Ep. 3: Anatomic Hierarchy, Grips Jan 21, 2019

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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/

Ep. 2: Core Mechanics Jan 14, 2019

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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

Ep. 1: Alignment Jan 07, 2019

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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.

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