BJJ Mental Models

This podcast episode features Emily Kwok discussing polarity mapping, tension/slack in Jiu-Jitsu, force generation, grip fighting, and breaking dichotomous thinking. They explore nuanced approaches to decision-making and techniques in martial arts.

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-WKLUfG2H4Watch Rob use the roadhouse choke in competition:https://youtu.be/1AyB89AzkDsBuy Rob's roadhouse choke instructional:https://bjjconcepts.net/roadhouseFollow Rob on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/islandtopteam Mental models discussed in this episode:Do What Workshttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/Choking Mechanicshttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/choking-mechanics/Predictable Responseshttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/Committed Techniqueshttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/Opening Salvoshttps://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

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/4vbreoHjVR8Here's a link to the course mentioned in this episode:https://bit.ly/436VPrbDon't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game.  We do all 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

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_mongooseTrain with David at XCAL:https://xcal.com/Check out David's instructionals on BJJ Fanatics:https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/all/fighter_dave-porterMental models discussed in this episode:Cognitive Loadhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/Tokui Wazahttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/tokui-waza/Concepts Over Techniqueshttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/Survivorship Biashttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/The Map Is Not the Territoryhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/Curse of Knowledgehttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/Naming Conceptshttps://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

Join the hosts and guest Sebastian Brosche as they discuss the importance of using positional pressure over traditional submissions in Jiu-Jitsu. They explore mental resilience, strategic control, and the transformative power of Jiu-Jitsu in society. Discover the benefits of integrating yoga into BJJ training and the premium services offered by BJJ Mental Models.

Jiu-Jitsu expert Matt Kwan discusses common mistakes in the sport, like regulating tension and setting goals. They cover topics such as managing distance, inside channel control, and the importance of clear grips. The podcast explores the challenges of knowledge transmission and goal setting, with a humorous anecdote thrown in. They also touch on teaching leg locks to children and rebranding in the Jiu-Jitsu community.

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/kbjiujitsuEmail 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 Fallacyhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/resulting/ Psychological Safetyhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/psychological-safety/Stress and Recoveryhttps://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

In this episode, Jeff Shaw joins the podcast to break down the 3 Joint Rule in Jiu Jitsu, emphasizing the importance of controlling your opponent's limbs. They also discuss the significance of grips, the contribution of junior belts to senior belts, and the importance of fun and balancing training. Additionally, they explore the benefits of BJJ Mental Models Premium, including resources on the three joint rule and building a positive gym culture.

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/kintanonTrain 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-wentworthBJJMM Camp 2023 recorded sessions (requires BJJMM Premium):https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/products/camps-seminarsJosh'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 Coilinghttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/Predictable Responseshttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/Inside Channel Controlhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/Elbow-Knee Connectionhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/Surface Areahttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/Leading Edgeshttps://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

Edwin Ocasio, world champion in BJJ, discusses his motivation for success and achieving major goals. They explore the pitfalls of over-optimizing training and the importance of recognizing and working on weaknesses. The chapter also emphasizes the need for realistic training, setting realistic goals, and discusses the impact and perception of the guest's podcast appearances.