NVIDIA Software Engineer Quits Tech to Coach MMA

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In this episode, Nicky Ryan and Nicky Rod sit down with MMA coach Elton Wells to dive into the technical side of fighting. The guys break down different techniques, approaches to training, and the systems that shape how they think about MMA and grappling.

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Time Stamps:
00:00:00 Elton Could Kick Damien’s Ass
00:01:58 Athletes & Coaches
00:03:15 Studying John Danaher
00:05:11 Coaching Ideologies
00:06:44 The ARC
00:10:56 Coaching Aspirations
00:14:17 Episode Break
00:15:14 Evolution of Jiu Jitsu
00:23:25 Gavin Corbe at ADCC00:26:29 Results vs Approach
00:27:18 Dominant Striking Art
00:31:15 Attachment to Culture in Sport
00:33:21 Juji Gatame
00:36:59 The Best Muay Thai Athletes
00:39:55 Elton’s Background
00:44:49 Grappling for MMA
00:47:40 What if MMA Came First?
00:50:49 UFC BJJ Bowl
00:59:29 Kneeing Grounded Opponent
01:01:20 Rules Meetings
01:06:17 Most Exciting Ruleset
01:15:51 NickyRod vs Himself for the Belt
01:18:11 NickyRod Seminar & Camping
01:20:57 See You Next Time!