Ep. 315: Defensive Angles, feat. Priit Mihkelson
From BJJ Mental Models
This week we're joined again by Defensive BJJ coach and BJJMM fan-favorite guest Priit Mihkelson! In this episode, Priit discusses the importance of angles when defending from inferior positions. Priit explains concepts for finding the correct angle when defending from the bottom, such as maintaining a 45° angle relative to the floor after your legs have been cleared, and how "making a capital T" by positioning your body perpendicular to your opponent can prevent them from wrapping their arm around your head.
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Mental models discussed in this episode:
- Mirrored Stances https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mirrored-stances/- Constraints-Led Approach https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/- You Are What You Train https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train/- Alignment Over Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/- The Map Is not the Territory https://bjjmentalmodels.com/the-map-is-not-the-territory/- Labeling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/labeling/- Force Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-vectors/- Priit's 45° Rule https://bjjmentalmodels.com/priits-45-degree-rule/ Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!
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