Ep. 16: Guard Series: Engagement Phase

Introducing the first in a three-part series on the guard! This week Steve and Matt discuss the engagement phase, where first contact is made and the grip battle is fought.

Mental models discussed in this episode:

• Phases of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/- Controlling the Distance https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/- Dictate the Pace https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/- Train with Purpose https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/- Mindfulness https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/- Grips Dictate Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/- Minimize Attack Vectors https://bjjmentalmodels.com/minimize-attack-vectors/- Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/- Grip Inversion https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grip-inversion/- Training Handicaps https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/ We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/