What K-Guard is conceptually

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/
  
  

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