

Ep. 324: Breaking Social Contracts, feat. Josh "Kintanon" Wentworth
Feb 17, 2025
Josh "Kintanon" Wentworth, a Jiu-Jitsu expert from Apex MMA in Covington, Georgia, dives into the concept of social contracts in the sport. He explores how these unwritten rules can hinder performance and advocates for challenging them to foster skill development. The conversation covers the balance between aggression and assertiveness in techniques and the importance of questioning preconceived norms, including the acceptance of leg locks. Ultimately, it's about breaking free from limiting mental scripts to improve mastery and competitiveness in Jiu-Jitsu.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Unwritten Rules of Engagement in BJJ
01:39 • 18min
Navigating Aggression and Assertiveness in Jujitsu Techniques
19:20 • 2min
Challenging Jiu-Jitsu Norms
21:11 • 21min
Training Dynamics in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
41:50 • 12min
Disrupting the Mental Game
54:01 • 7min
The Value of Questioning Assumptions
01:01:19 • 3min
Connecting with the BJJ Community: Training and Resources
01:03:59 • 2min