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#345 The Sacred Art of Stalling

#345 The Sacred Art of Stalling

From I Suck At Jiu Jitsu Show

October 23, 2025 · 1:16:15

Everyone hates stalling—until they realize it’s actually strategy. In this episode, I(@thejoshmckinney) breaks down why the best competitors know when to slow the game down, how to use the clock as a weapon, and why “winning is winning” (shoutout Dom Toretto). Learn how to control pace, protect your energy, and make less Jiu-Jitsu happen when it matters most.

🎙️ What You’ll Learn:

- The real definition of strategy in Jiu-Jitsu- How to manage limited resources (energy, grips, time)- Why stalling exists in every clock-based sport- How to practice and defend against stalling

The mindset shift that separates winners from “moral victors”

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