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#51 - It's complex, keep it simple! - Coach Rob Cole on playing the ecological long game.

Learning to Fight! Conversations in Combat Skill

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Maintaining Position Dynamics in Grappling Arts

In grappling arts, the goal is to maintain position dynamics whether you are on top or bottom. When on top, your job is to hold the other person down and prevent them from passing, bending, or becoming the top player. When on the bottom, you aim to either become the top player through sweeps or reversals, fight back for a neutral position, or work towards a standing position. These principles apply across various grappling scenarios, including standing, casting, and leg entanglements. The key is to understand and manipulate the top-bottom framework to control the engagement and ultimately achieve dominance in the match.

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