In this week's mini-episode we explain predictable responses.  This mental model teaches us that each technique has a series of common reactions, and knowing these reactions allows you to anticipate and "mind read" your opponent.  In many ways, knowing a technique's predictable responses can be just as important as knowing the technique itself.Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintroDon't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game.  We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private.Sign up here for a free trial:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/Need more BJJ Mental Models?Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/Follow us on social:https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/

In the fourth and final episode of The Jiu-Jitsu Safety Manual, Dr. Mike Piekarski discusses prevention and rehab strategies for torso injuries.  Mike breaks down common injuries of the torso, including rib and back injuries.  Key discussions focus on specific injury mechanisms, including the risks associated with explosive movements and certain techniques like body triangle escapes and the twister, as well as the management and rehabilitation of severe injuries such as rib fractures and costochondritis.Follow Dr. Mike Piekarski on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/doctor_kickass/Connect with Mike for coaching and physio:https://linktr.ee/doctor_kickassGet Mike's injury prevention & rehab courses:https://linktr.ee/doctor_kickassGet Mike's instructionals on BJJ Fanatics:https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/ondemand/fighter_michael-piekarskiResources discussed in this episode:BJJMM Ep. 281: Safe Stacking, feat. Mike "Dr. Kickass" Piekarskihttps://bjj.plus/281Backsync SEG-Bhttps://backsync.com/pages/seg-bMental models discussed in this episode: Limb Coilinghttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ Overwhelming Forcehttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private.Sign up here for a free trial:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/Need more BJJ Mental Models?Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/Follow us on social:https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/Music by Enterprize:https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/

This week we're joined by Kelsey Carter!  Kelsey is a newly minted black belt from Precision Jiu Jitsu Academy in Sacramento.  In this episode, Kelsey discusses the physics and mechanics underlying Jiu-Jitsu techniques, emphasizing the importance of fulcrums, weight distribution, and angles during sweeps and submissions. Kelsey provides insights into adapting techniques for different body types and teaching empowering strategies, particularly for women in the sport. The episode also delves into advanced concepts such as energy conservation, the dynamics of bottom position, and the science behind effective movements.Follow Kelsey on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kels.jitsuMental models discussed in this episode: Core Mechanicshttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/ Breaking Mechanicshttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/breaking-mechanics/ Surface Areahttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/surface-area/ The Map Is Not the Territoryhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/ Theory of Alignmenthttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/ Kuzushihttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/ Dominant Angleshttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ Shifting Platformshttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/shifting-platforms/ Center of Gravityhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/center-of-gravity/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game.  We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private.Sign up here for a free trial:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/Need more BJJ Mental Models?Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/Follow us on social:https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/Music by Enterprize:https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/

Dima Murovanni, a renowned international Jiu-Jitsu coach based in Berlin, shares insights into the evolving landscape of coaching and competition. He discusses B Team's preparation for upcoming ADCC events, his personalized approach to athlete training, and the key skills he imparts to cultivate top competitors. Dima emphasizes the importance of adapting coaching styles to accommodate diverse athlete needs and highlights the balance between technique, motivation, and mental resilience in the journey of Jiu-Jitsu mastery.

In this week's mini-episode we explain alignment over position.  This is a refinement on the classic "submission over position" concept using Rob Biernacki's alignment framework.  It teaches us that having good alignment (base, posture, and structure) is more important than having any particular position.Before you listen to this episode, check out:BJJMM Mini Ep. 1: Basehttps://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15022850-mini-ep-1-baseBJJMM Mini Ep. 2: Posturehttps://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15078064-mini-ep-2-postureBJJMM Mini Ep. 3: Structurehttps://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15121901-mini-ep-3-structureBJJMM Mini Ep. 4: Alignmenthttps://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15154544-mini-ep-4-alignmentBJJMM Mini Ep. 5: The Alignment Scorecardhttps://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/15202951-mini-ep-5-the-alignment-scorecardBJJMM Mini Ep. 28: Position Over Submissionhttps://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/16103640-mini-ep-28-position-over-submissionGet our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintroDon't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game.  We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private.Sign up here for a free trial:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/Need more BJJ Mental Models?Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/Follow us on social:https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/

This week we're joined again by Chris "The Villain" Paines!  In this episode, Chris explains the two "dials" that coaches and students can use to modulate their training: complexity and intensity.Follow Chris on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/chrisvillainbjjSubscribe to Chris' YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisPainesBJJBuy Chris' instructionals on BJJ Fanatics:https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/instructional-videos/fighter_chris-painesCheck out InTheory BJJ on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/intheorybjjResources discussed in this episode:How to Defend Everything with Chris Paines — YouTubehttps://youtu.be/BWitv9AKoNUEp. 155: Concepts Over Techniques, feat. Chris Paineshttps://bjj.plus/155Terry Tate: Office Linebackerhttps://youtu.be/RzToNo7A-94Mental models discussed in this episode: Gamificationhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/gamification/ Respect Reople, Not Positionshttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/respect-people-not-positions/ Return on Investmenthttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment/ Position Over Submissionhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/ Inversionhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/inversion/ External Cueshttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/external-cues/ Concepts Over Techniqueshttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/ Goodhart's Lawhttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/goodharts-law/ Survivorship Biashttps://bjjmentalmodels.com/survivorship-bias/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game.  We do all this through memberships that come in at a fraction of the cost of a single private.Sign up here for a free trial:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/Need more BJJ Mental Models?Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database:https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/Follow us on social:https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/Music by Enterprize:https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/

Joe and Emily discuss their preparation and experiences for Masters Worlds 2024. Joe’s improvements in athletic performance and mindset are highlighted. They tackle the importance of consistent training and emotional management during competition. Coaching dynamics are explored, emphasizing the balance of structured guidance and personal strategy discovery. The conversation also delves into overcoming psychological barriers and fostering self-awareness as key to improving performance. Personal narratives illustrate the critical role of mindset in achieving success.