This week we're joined by Mike Mahaffey! Mike is a black belt under Chris Haueter, and is a certified Old Bastard. In this week's episode, Mike breaks down the tenets to "Old Bastard Jiu-Jitsu": the old-school style where you give them nothing, minimize movement, and crush them with pressure.

Mike Mahaffey on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/xibalba1972/

Magic BJJ website:
https://magicbjj.com/

Mental models discussed in this episode:

Path of Least Resistance
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/
Economy of Motion
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/
Dictate the Pace
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/
Win Conditions
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/
Controlled Breathing
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlled-breathing/
Prioritize Longevity
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prioritize-longevity/
Theory of Alignment
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/
Limb Coiling
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/
Constant and Variable Tension
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constant-and-variable-tension/
Static vs. Dynamic Control
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/
Concepts Over Techniques
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/
Shifting Platforms
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shifting-platforms/
Surface Area
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/

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