Ep. 212: Scrambles & Safety, feat. Jordan Preisinger
From BJJ Mental Models
This week we’re joined by Jordan Preisinger! Jordan is a BJJ black belt best known for his YouTube channel, Jordan Teaches Jiujitsu. In this episode, Jordan shares his thoughts on scrambles, and how to do them safely.
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Mental models discussed in this episode:
- Consistency https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/- Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/- Microtransitions https://bjjmentalmodels.com/microtransitions/- Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/- Core Mechanics https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/- Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/- Concepts Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/- Making Smaller Circles https://bjjmentalmodels.com/making-smaller-circles/
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