BJJ Mental Models

In this week's mini-episode, we explain the concept of placeholders.  Think of positional advancement like climbing a ladder: one rung at a time, and never let go of both rungs at once!  Don't abandon a point of control until you've got something equivalent or better.

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This week we're joined by Marc Ste-Marie!  Marc is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and the father of IBJJF "Queen" Brianna Ste-Marie.  In this episode, Marc explains the concept of "technique zero," or how we can teach Jiu-Jitsu quicker by reverse engineering and mastering the point of entry.

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Resources discussed in this episode:

The Fighter's Mind: Inside the Mental Game, by Sam Sheridan
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7103440-the-fighter-s-mind


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Ecological Dynamics
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics/
  
  
• Inversion
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/
  
  
• Making Smaller Circles
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/
  
  
• Grips Dictate Position
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/
  
  
• Pattern Interrupts
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/
  
  
• Respect Your Opponent
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-your-opponent/
  
  
• Opening Salvos
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/opening-salvos/
  
  
• Hick’s Law
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/hicks-law/
  
  
• Form to Leave Form
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/form-to-leave-form/
  
  
• Curse of Knowledge
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/
  
  
• Prevention Over Cure
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/
  
  
  

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In this week's mini-episode we explain the concept of surface area, or how much of your body is connected to your opponent when you apply force.  You can create more pressure by applying maximal force through the smallest surface area.  A classic example is the "shoulder of justice" side control crossface pin.  We also discuss other benefits to minimizing surface area, and other types of pressure beyond the physics definition.

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This week we're joined again by BJJ Mental Models sponsored athlete Chris Wojcik! In this episode, Chris breaks down the mechanics and meta relevance of his new signature move, the Woj Lock.

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https://www.instagram.com/chrismwojcik

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https://bit.ly/wojlock


Resources discussed in this episode:

Ep. 288: Open Guard Leg Entanglements, feat. Chris Wojcik
https://bjj.plus/288


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Breaking Mechanics
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/breaking-mechanics/
  
  
• Limb Coiling
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/
  
  
  

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In this week's mini-episode we explain ratchet control, a mental model that fine-tunes rotational submissions, especially the kimura.  Ratchet control occurs when you force their limb into an "L" shape and rotate it like an Allen/hex key.

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This week we're joined by Scott Fritzinger!  Scott is a BJJ black belt under Dave Camarillo and is the head instructor at Guerrilla Jiu Jitsu Academy Reno.  In this episode, Scott discusses "the language of injury," or how our choice of words and delivery can change student behavior and influence the risk of injury in the gym.

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https://www.instagram.com/guerrillajjreno

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https://www.renojiujitsu.com/


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Labeling
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/labeling/
  
  
• Controlled Breathing
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/
  
  
• Habits Over Results
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/habits-over-results/
  
  
• Probabilistic Thinking
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking/
  
  
• Position Over Submission
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/
  
  
• Scientific Method
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/scientific-method/
  
  
• Consistency
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/
  
  
• Keep it Playful
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/
  
  
  

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In this week's mini-episode we explain rotational control, a mental model that helps us better secure positions and complete submissions.  Rotational control involves either preventing your opponent from rotating their torso, or allowing them to rotate so you can follow and improve your position.  Achieving rotational control usually requires you to occupy their elbow-knee space along their torso, or restrict the movement of their far arm/leg so they can't spin.

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This week we're joined again by Eliot Marshall!  Eliot is a BJJ black belt, retired UFC fighter, and owner of Easton Training Center in Colorado.  In this episode, Eliot explains the 4 elements that every successful Jiu-Jitsu gym needs to nail: sales, marketing, product, and culture.

Follow Eliot on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/firemarshall205

Train at Easton Training Center in Colorado:
https://eastonbjj.com/

Grow your BJJ gym with Easton Online:
https://www.easton.online/


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Abundance Mindset
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset/
  
  
• Race to the Bottom
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/race-to-the-bottom/
  
  
• Ulysses Contracts
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ulysses-contracts/
  
  
• Survivorship Bias
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/
  
  
• Consistency
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/
  
  
  

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In this week's mini-episode we explain waypoints, also known as "pitstops."  Waypoints are positions of power where you are particularly well-trained, and feel comfortable that you can outgun your opponent due to experience and skill within the position.  Waypoints aren't necessarily the common point-scoring positions, but can instead be "positions within positions" that occur along the way.  Examples of common waypoints include the split squat, double unders, and topside quarter guard.

Before you listen to this episode, check out:

Mini Ep. 35: Tokui Waza
https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16364687-mini-ep-35-tokui-waza

Mini Ep. 34: Zone of Genius
https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16337686-mini-ep-34-zone-of-genius

Mini Ep. 33: Layers of Strategy
https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16303959-mini-ep-33-layers-of-strategy

Mini Ep. 32: Funneling
https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16266002-mini-ep-32-funneling

Mini Ep. 31: Asymmetric Warfare
https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16225783-mini-ep-31-asymmetric-warfare

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This week we're joined again by Beatrice Jin!  Beatrice is a black belt competitor and coach from Kogaion Academy in Arlington, Virginia.  In this episode, we continue our conversation from Beatrice's last visit about how to "stop being nice" when sparring.  Topics include the essential concepts of assertiveness and aggressiveness in BJJ, the cultural influences that shape one’s approach to the sport, the significance of a competitive mindset, the necessity of pushing personal boundaries during training, and the importance of consent and managing expectations in training environments.

Follow Beatrice on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/berimbozo

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https://www.kogaionacademy.org/

Check out Beatrice's awesome merch @ Butt Scooter:
https://buttscooterjiujitsu.com/


Resources discussed in this episode:

BJJMM Ep. 284: Stop Being Nice, feat. Beatrice Jin
https://bjj.plus/284


Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Defensive Thinking
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defensive-thinking/
  
  
• Position Over Submission
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/
  
  
• The Golden Rule
  https://bjjmentalmodels.com/golden-rule/
  
  
  

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