1-800-BJJ-HELP #137 Josh's 6th Competition, Greg Souders at 10p Southbay, and Outlier Database Coaching Platform
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Jun 8, 2025 Dive into the highs and lows from a recent jiu-jitsu competition, where mental resilience and performance strategies take center stage. Discover stress management and visualization techniques that enhance preparation. The discussion shifts to effective grappling maneuvers and innovative training methods that boost adaptability. Insights on incremental progress in BJJ highlight the importance of mastering techniques like hand fighting. Plus, get a sneak peek at a new coaching platform designed to foster community and enhance teaching methodologies!
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Managing Competition Stress with Visualization
- Josh Lu managed competition stress better by visualizing scenarios and journaling to reframe nerves into challenges.
- He fought the same opponent three times and adjusted mentally to stay aggressive despite fatigue and pressure.
Play Aggressively to Win Matches
- Adopt a 'play to win' mindset by pushing for the finish, not just holding position to protect a lead.
- Balance safety with urgency to avoid being too conservative in the late stages of a match.
Preventing Kimuras with Head Position
- Keep your head on the near side during half guard to prevent Kimura attempts.
- Use wrist pummeling and knee pressure to break Kimura grips effectively.