Ep. 240: Position Series: Sideways Open Guard, feat. Priit Mihkelson

This week we're joined by Priit Mihkelson! In this episode, Priit explains recent developments in what he calls "sideways open guard:" a supine guard where your body is tilted to the side. It's an emerging position being used by competitors such as Lachlan Giles.

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Jon Thomas Instagram reels:
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André Galvão vs. Braulio Estima, ADCC 2013
https://youtu.be/Gui5wWJA4gI

Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Seated vs. Supine Guards https://bjjmentalmodels.com/seated-vs-supine-guards/- Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/- Funneling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/- Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/- Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/- Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/- Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/- Elbow-Knee Connection https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/- Dominant Angles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/ 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.

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