1-800-BJJ-HELP #161 Attila Bohlmann: Reflecting on 12 Matches in a Day, Comp Prep, and Journaling to Improve
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Nov 9, 2025 Attila Bohlmann, a competitive blue belt jiu-jitsu practitioner, discusses his recent experience competing in 12 matches in a day. He shares insights on how journaling has transformed his prep and mindset. Attila reflects on managing pre-competition nerves using mindful techniques and emphasizes the importance of intentions during matches. He details specific techniques he focused on and how early losses helped him shift from outcome-driven goals to a process-oriented approach. His passion for continuous improvement and love for jiu-jitsu shines through the conversation.
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Journal Intentions And Weekly Reviews
- Write down intentions and reflect after sessions to accelerate improvement and avoid repeating mistakes.
- Review weekly to pick which problems to focus on and practice fixes deliberately.
Predefine Technical And Mental Intentions
- Set clear technical and mental intentions for competition (e.g., pull guard with specific grips, hunt submissions, watch the timer, breathe).
- Use those intentions during matches to guide choices instead of reacting blindly.
Use Breathing To Manage Nerves
- Notice pre-competition nerves and use focused breathing to accept and calm them instead of resisting.
- Practice mindful breathing in training so the tactic transfers to competition moments.
