Technique

Chewy answers a question about how fasting before BJJ training can effect your performance. Chewy also shares a few simple diet modifications that can help improve your energy and performance during jiu-jitsu training. We also discuss various jiu-jitsu injuries and how to come back to training after injury, how to train around injuries, and how to train with an injured training partner. We end the podcast with a Q&A session.

Here Professor Evan Ramsden of Maverick Training Center in Huntsville, Alabama demonstrates three ways to defend a common pass at three different stages. www.MaverickTraining.net www.instagram.com/EvanRamsdenBJJ www.instagram.com/MaverickTrainingCenter

Justin Rader joins the show and talks about blending Wrestling with BJJ, developing take downs, leaving your comfort zone, and the importance of knowing why you train. He also talks about leadership and effective coaching

I'm just getting over an injury that was completely, utterly, absolutely my own fault. The fastest way to stall your BJJ progress is to get injured. It's true that some injuries are unavoidable, but so many of them can be avoided by KEEPING YOUR EGO IN CHECK! Also, have you downloaded my free BJJ Master App yet? Even if you never buy anything on it you still get more than 457 minutes of completely free instruction including a complete back attacks instructional! https://www.grapplearts.com/masterapp

Setbacks in your Jiu-Jitsu journey are inevitable. This week Steve and Matt discuss the strategies and mental models for dealing with setbacks, including injuries and life changes. Mental models discussed in this episode: - Training Handicaps [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/)- Growth Mindset [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-mindset/)- Extreme Ownership [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/)- Beginner's Mind [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/)- Consistency [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency/)- Meditative Drilling [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/meditative-drilling/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/meditative-drilling/) We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

In the final episode of our three-part guard series, Matt and Steve discuss the retention phase, where grapplers make their final attempts to prevent a guard pass. Mental models discussed in this episode: - Phases of Guard [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/)- Layers of Guard [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/layers-of-guard/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/layers-of-guard/)- Limb Coiling [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/)- Elbow-Knee Connection [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/)- Theory of Alignment [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/)- Force Vectors [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-vectors/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-vectors/)- Leading Edges [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/leading-edges/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/leading-edges/)- Solid Frames [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/solid-frames/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/solid-frames/)- Kinetic Chains [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains/)- Microtransitions [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/microtransitions/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/microtransitions/)- Feedback Loop [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop/) We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

On this episode, we are joined by Cameron Shayne who is the founder of Budokon Mixed Movement Arts. Cameron discusses his role in the training camp for BJJ World Champion and Bellator Middleweight title contender Rafael Lovato Jr. Cameron also shares his philosophy on movement, the important components of his movement system, and how his system can improve function and reduce injury risk. If you want to work with Cameron, check out www.budokon.com

Knuckle conditioning is a two-edged sword in martial arts. On the one hand hard knuckles and a conditioned fist make for a much more powerful punch in a streetfight and make it less likely you'll break your hand or sprain your wrist. On the other hand it increases the risk of arthritis and non-functional hands as you get older. What should martial artists do? If you're interested in more information like this then check out the 3 free self defense PDFs I have available at http://selfdefensetutorials.com/get-free-self-defense-tips-by-email/

Craig Jones returns to talk about his recent camp in NYC, his match with Tim Spriggs, conditioning, leg locks, gi and no-gi scrambles and breaking bad habits. He also talks about his frustrating match at Kasai against Palhares and upcoming matches he has!

In the second episode of our three-part guard series, Matt and Steve discuss the maintenance phase, where both grapplers attempt to secure a passing or submission opportunity. Mental models discussed in this episode: - Phases of Guard [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/)- Types of Guard [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/types-of-guard/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/types-of-guard/)- Layers of Guard [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/layers-of-guard/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/layers-of-guard/)- Theory of Alignment [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/)- Kinetic Chains [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains/)- Limb Coiling [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/)- Controlling the Distance [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/)- Inside Channel Control [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/)- Defend with Purpose [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defend-with-purpose/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defend-with-purpose/)- Body Tethering [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/)- Grip Inversion [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grip-inversion/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grip-inversion/)- Committed Techniques [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/)- Alignment over Position [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/)- Position Over Submission [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission/)- Dominant Angles [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles/)- Anatomic Hierarchy [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/anatomic-hierarchy/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/anatomic-hierarchy/) We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

Monty Collier is a black belt Judoka who worked with Keanu Reeves to get him ready for the amazing fight sequences in the movie John Wick 3 Parabellum. This conversation was a fun one and we started with how Judo has evolved from combat art to Olympic sport, how he taught Keanu highly technical moves, breakfalling on concrete vs mats, and how to fix Judo. Follow Monty's work and see some amazing Judo on Instagram @collierjudomethod And, as always, please leave a rating or a review for this podcast - it really helps!

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/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/)- Controlling the Distance [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/)- Dictate the Pace [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/)- Train with Purpose [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/)- Mindfulness [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/)- Grips Dictate Position [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/)- Minimize Attack Vectors [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/minimize-attack-vectors/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/minimize-attack-vectors/)- Limb Coiling [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/)- Grip Inversion [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grip-inversion/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grip-inversion/)- Training Handicaps [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/) We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

On this episode, Chewy discusses how you can become a better grappler by "becoming the grappler you hate." By training with and learning from training partners that challenge you the most, you will be forced to improve and evolve your BJJ game. 3:30 Chewy discusses not having a fixed schedule and how this benefits his productivity. 4:45 What is a movement meditation and what are its benefits. 19:00 Is it better to learn how to apply a technique or learn to defend it when learning a new technique? 31:00 Start of Q&A 31:30 Do heavier and stronger grapplers not get promoted as quickly as lighter weight grapplers? 35:30 Whats the most important thing to work on as a white belt? 37:30 What strength of Charlotte's Web CBD we use. 41:00 Is it offensive to ask a female training partner if you are going too rough with them? 45:00 Should the majority of your rolls be with training partners who are below your skill level? 48:00 As a more experienced white belt, should you "smash" the beginner white belts? 52:30 How to pick up the pace against bigger and stronger grapplers? 55:00 Should you strength train for BJJ? 1:01:00 How many times a week should you weight train? 1:05:00 What is the most dangerous submission? 1:10:00 Best submission to humble a wrestler? 1:13:45 Best advice for a first jiu-jitsu competition. 1:17:00 Book recommendations. 1:20:00 Chewjistu seminar information.

Steve and Matt discuss Force Vectors and Leading Edges. These mental models are critical to maintaining your guard once you've lost the grip fight, or engagement phase. Mental models discussed in this episode: - Force Vectors [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-vectors/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/force-vectors/)- Core Mechanics [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics/)- Solid Frames [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/solid-frames/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/solid-frames/)- Limb Coiling [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/)- Controlling the Distance [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/)- Leading Edges [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/leading-edges/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/leading-edges/)- Defend with Purpose [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defend-with-purpose/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defend-with-purpose/)- Committed Techniques [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/)- Phases of Guard [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/)- Overwhelming Force [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/)- Grips Dictate Position [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/) We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene Cover a variety of topics including: -How techniques spread across Jiu-Jitsu. -Why asking your training partner to teach you a technique they were able to use against you will help you both become better. -Chewy's 3-Step process for incorporating new techniques into his Jiu-Jitsu game. -The "ego" and why its a good thing for competitions and hard training sessions in BJJ. -Our thoughts on accepting a tournament medal even if you lose. -Chewy's most important piece of advice when putting out content on social media.

Jess Munster was born with a severe brachial plexus injury which left her with only one functional arm. But this disability hasn't stopped her from training BJJ, competing against able-bodied fighters, and travelling the world to compete in para-athletic championships! In this episode I talk with Jess about what drives her past the limits of her disability, how she modifies her training and her techniques, and her hopes for the future. This is one very inspiring lady! Follow Jess Munster on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jessmunster_bjj/

Quentin Rosenzweig joins the show to talk about building a career outside the IBJJF through super fights and submission only events. He also discusses leg locks, trends in BJJ and his thoughts on teaching.

Lethwei is an incredibly intense full contact combat sport from Burma that allows punches, kicks, elbows, knees and headbutts. And did I mention that the fighters don't wear gloves and only have a thin layer of gauze over their knuckles? Today's guest is Patrick Marcil who combined Muay Thai, Sanshou, and JKD in order to coach Dave Leduc to World Openweight Lethwei Champion. This chat will be hugely interesting for anyone who follows MMA, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, or is interested in real life self defense! Follow Patrick @sifupatrickmarcil on Instagram or train with him if you're in the Montreal, Canada area - https://gatineau.patenaudemartialarts.com/en/

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Bernardo Faria returns to the show after 3 years! He talks about the development of his game, effective positions for older practitioners and the formation of BJJ Fanatics. He also gives technical insight on the half guard and over/under guard passing!

Workshop ministrado pelo Professor Daniel Quintas Academia de Jiu-Jitsu Instagram @allianceTaubaté Facebook https://pt-br.facebook.com/CabelinhoJ... Telefone 12 3413-4643 Endereço - Rua Olávo Bilac, 65 - Centro, Taubaté - SP - CEP 12020-310

We've learned a lot since episode one. Steve and Matt issue some very important corrections to prior episodes. Listen and learn, this episode is 100% TRUTH. We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/)

This is a throwback episode from the GCP archive originally recorded in December 2016 (excuse the audio quality). Demian Maia talks about his life and career and shares his thoughts on training, teaching and fighting MMA. Enjoy!

Lachlan Giles is an elite competitive black belt, coach and physio. In this episode, we talk Australian jiu jitsu, coaching, competition, leg locks, rule sets, running an academy, injuries and more.