Technique

This week we're joined again by BJJ Mental Models sponsored athlete Chris Wojcik! In this episode, Chris breaks down the mechanics and meta relevance of his new signature move, the Woj Lock. Follow Chris on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/chrismwojcik](https://www.instagram.com/chrismwojcik) Subscribe to Chris' newsletter, The Grappler's Diary: [https://thegrapplersdiary.substack.com/](https://thegrapplersdiary.substack.com/) Buy Chris' book of the same name on Amazon: [https://amzn.to/4gc74Uh](https://amzn.to/4gc74Uh) Buy Woj Lock the World on BJJ Fanatics: [https://bit.ly/wojlock](https://bit.ly/wojlock) **Resources discussed in this episode:** Ep. 288: Open Guard Leg Entanglements, feat. Chris Wojcik [https://bjj.plus/288](https://bjj.plus/288) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Breaking Mechanics [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/breaking-mechanics/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/breaking-mechanics/)- Limb Coiling [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/) **Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!** If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at **a fraction of the cost of a single private.** Sign up here for a free trial: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?** Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Follow us on social: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/) Music by Enterprize: [https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/](https://enterprize.bandcamp.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)

@Jflojudo teaches the ksoto gake (or kosoto gari) at CSA Orlando! - For the in depth breakdown from JFLO, check the YouTube link 🔗 in the bio. 🔗 - And, for more from JFLO and his approach, check jfloacademy.com link 🔗 in the @jflojudo bio 🔗 - Outro music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio - #csafamily #martialarts #martialartsmastery #catchwrestling #wrestling #ajj #bjj #jiujitsulifestyle #brazilianjiujitsu #americanjiujitsu #mma #Orlando #discover #exp #explore #wrestlejudojitsu #judo #karatekid #trainhard #martialartslife #cji #adcc #bteam #craigjones #nickyryan #nickyrod #jayrod #johndanaher #judolife #judoka

In this week's mini-episode we explain **ratchet control,** a mental model that fine-tunes rotational submissions, especially the kimura. Ratchet control occurs when you force their limb into an "L" shape and rotate it like an Allen/hex key. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro) **Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!** If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at **a fraction of the cost of a single private.** Sign up here for a free trial: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?** Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Follow us on social: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/) ⚠️**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)

@joshlbarnett teaches takedowns for MMA series on @scary_terrie and @kinetikoss at CSA Orlando! In this part, he demonstrates the Big Step Bodylock takedown. - If you want to learn more from the highest level Catch Wrestler alive today, go check out Josh’s instructionals on BJJ Fanatics! - For the in depth breakdowns from Josh Barnett, subscribe to our channel! - #martialarts #combatsports #catchwrestling #wrestling #ajj #bjj #jiujitsulifestyle #brazilianjiujitsu #americanjiujitsu #mma #Orlando #exp #explore #judo #sambo #adcc #cji #trainhard #staybrutal #bloodsport #bteam #cacc #fit #fitness #ufc #pfl #onefc

Neil Melanson returns to talk about attacking structures in grappling, funky gyms he's visited and the origin of the K Guard. He also shares the story of dying and coming back to life recently. Other topics include Bigfoot, Mothman and predatory birds

On this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss a recent article that claims that you can get "ridiculously" strong for BJJ by just doing bodyweight exercises. We chat about the article in depth and where we agree and disagree with the writer's arguments. We also discuss why some grapplers a resistant to lifting weights, how to properly use isometric exercises to strengthen your body, our thoughts on "Functional Exercises," if incorporating more wrestling into your training will increase strength, if you will get stronger by training with heavier training partners, whether there is any benefit to doing bodyweight exercises, if drilling can improve "functional strength" for BJJ, if increased flexibility and mobility will improve strength, whether cardiovascular conditioning improves strength, and out overall thoughts on this article. Check out the link to the article to see what you think: https://www.bjjee.com/articles/how-to-get-ridiculously-strong-for-jiu-jitsu-without-lifting-weights/ Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Grapple Science" at https://grapplescience.com/ and use the code CHEWJITSU20 for 20% off of your purchase of supplements. Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to **https://bit.ly/chewjitsu30** and use the promo code Chewjitsu30 to get 30% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

Ash Williams sharing his knowledge with our crew at Garage Jiu Jitsu Central Coast

Double Underhook Pass Variation

Dilman Espana, 10th Planet Headquarters Black Belt under Eddie Bravo, stopped by for a benefit seminar on 1/14/25 to help aid the Pasadena community. Dilman dropped knowledge on the squad with some slick submissions from bottom side control. The proceeds were to help the 10th Planet Pasadena community who lost their homes during the Los Angeles Fire. Subscribe to our channel @10thplanetnyc Follow us on Instagram @10thplanetnyc Use code REY10 for 10% off VHTS Stop by and train with the squad 35 W. 43rd St 4th Floor New York, New York 100 36 #jiujitsu #nogijiujitsu #10thplanet #nyc #newyorkgrappling #bjj

@Jflojudo teaches the elbow pass at CSA Orlando! - For the in depth breakdown from JFLO, check the YouTube link 🔗 in the bio. 🔗 - And, for more from JFLO and his approach, check jfloacademy.com link 🔗 in the @jflojudo bio 🔗 - Outro music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio - #csafamily #martialarts #martialartsmastery #catchwrestling #wrestling #ajj #bjj #jiujitsulifestyle #brazilianjiujitsu #americanjiujitsu #mma #Orlando #discover #exp #explore #wrestlejudojitsu #judo #karatekid #trainhard #martialartslife

Tyson Larone is a BJJ belt, a Muay Thai teacher, TEDx speaker, and a strongman competitor. In this episode he and I dive deep into exploring how BJJ can be used for self defense, including how context changes everything in self defense… adaptations that women and smaller people need to make… the problems with the one time self defense seminar model… the need for force-multipliers and whether guns can act as that force multiplier… the single biggest thing any man can do to keep the women in his life safe and more. We also perceptions and expressions of masculinity, conservative-appearing privilege, and much more. As always, Tyson brings receipts for everything he says. IMPORTANT: This podcast was recorded in early December 2024 but only released in early January 2025. Therefore some of the dates referenced are incorrect. Tyson's flashlight course IS currently available (at gethomesafe.online), Stephan STILL wants his Christmas presents, and his William Shirer Kindle offer is valid until the end of January 2025 LINKS - Flashlight self defense: https://www.gethomesafe.online/courses - School: Ironside Martial Arts: https://ironsidemartialarts.ca/ - Tyson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorphilosopherig - Tyson on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarriorphilosopher Cheers, Stephan Kesting **P.S.** Check out my @EssentialWilderness Youtube Channel - I'm putting lots of footage from my adventures in the North on it.

In this week's mini-episode we explain **rotational control,** a mental model that helps us better secure positions and complete submissions. Rotational control involves either **preventing your opponent from rotating their torso,** or **allowing them to rotate** so you can follow and improve your position. Achieving rotational control usually requires you to occupy their elbow-knee space along their torso, or restrict the movement of their far arm/leg so they can't spin. Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro) **Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!** If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at **a fraction of the cost of a single private.** Sign up here for a free trial: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?** Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Follow us on social: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/) ⚠️**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)

Quick intro to Single Leg X, the best guard to start your leg lock journey. PaleGreenco.com: https://palegreenco.com #bjj #jits #jiujitsu #jiujitsublackbelt #fashion #bjjfashion #bjjstyle #style #minimal #clean #quiet #sleeper #mma #fight #fighter #martialarts #ufc #combatsport #nogi #gi #takedown #guard #guardpull #guardpassing #bolo #berimbolo #closedguard #fundamentals #gordonryan #rafamendes #rogergracie #graciejiujitsu #martialarts #lessismore #life #lifelessons #UFC #craigjones #zen #mindfulness #mindful #nogi #gi

Josh Barnett (@joshlbarnett) demonstrates the catch wrestling Grovit Facelock series on Angel Verduzco (@angel_verduzco96) at CSA Orlando! - If you want to learn more from the highest level Catch Wrestler alive today, go check out Josh’s instructionals on BJJ Fanatics! - For the in depth breakdown from Josh Barnett, subscribe to our channel! - #martialarts #combatsports #catchwrestling #wrestling #ajj #bjj #jiujitsulifestyle #brazilianjiujitsu #americanjiujitsu #mma #Orlando #exp #explore #judo #sambo #adcc #cji #trainhard #staybrutal #bloodsport #bteam #cacc

Dans cette vidéo, je vous partage les 10 erreurs les plus fréquentes que je vois encore quotidiennement dans mes cours de JJB ! Si tu corriges ces erreurs tu progresseras beaucoup plus vite :)

Many of the fundamental movements in Jiu Jitsu do not come naturally the people who are just getting started in the sport. They take repetition and attention to detail, so we’ve provided this video to allow our students to watch it at home so that they may practice on their own. These movements are the building blocks of many Jiu Jitsu techniques, and strengthening these movements will intern strengthen their Jiu Jitsu. *Remember, success is born from the work you put in when no one is looking.

Do your coaches and friends tell you to just keep training Jiu Jitsu to get stronger for Jiu Jitsu? Learn here why that could be leading you on a path toward injury, and how influencers in the world might be steering you in the wrong direction. Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today: iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletproof-for-bjj/id6444311790 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bulletproofforbjj&pcampaignid=web_share Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof Unlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16 https://submeta.io/ Check out Charles' podcast with Eoghan O'Flanagan: The Charles Eoghan Experience https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgOEhaUgKJ6nA7i78-9U6Tg

In this video we go over how to perform a Berimbolo variation that requires no inverting onto your neck/shoulders. Often times when people think of the Berimbolo, they think of how it requires lots of flexibility to perform. With this variation, all you need to be able to do is pull someone on top of you from De la Riva Guard. #bjj #jiujitsu #jiujitsutips #grappling #jiujitsuinstructional #mma #berimbolo #delariva www.MaverickTraining.net Instagram.com/MaverickTrainingCenter Instagram.com/EvanRamsdenBJJ

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene answer a question from Andy who says he isn't enjoying training in the Gi anymore and wants to eventually focus on MMA. So he wants to know, "Is the gi necessary?" We discuss the importance of goals to dictate your training, Chewy talks about how his opinion on the Gi has changed over the years, the law of specificity, if the Gi is more technical, Chewy's definition of being "technical," why you should do both Gi and No-Gi as a beginner, the pros and cons to training both and training Gi or No-Gi exclusively. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Grapple Science" at https://grapplescience.com/ and use the code CHEWJITSU20 for 20% off of your purchase of supplements. Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to **https://bit.ly/chewjitsu30** and use the promo code Chewjitsu30 to get 30% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

Aprenda com o professor Rômulo Caju, da Caju Jiu-Jítsu Academy, como se posicionar e atacar com eficiência a partir da meia-guarda, uma das posições mais estratégicas do jiu-jítsu. Neste vídeo, Caju compartilha detalhes técnicos que podem elevar o nível do seu jogo, seja no treino ou nas competições. **Inscreva-se no canal** para mais dicas, técnicas e insights exclusivos! Instagram: @cajujjacademy TikTok: @cajubjjonline #JiuJitsu #MeiaGuarda #HalfGuarf #RomuloCaju #CajuJJAcademy #BJJ4Life

What are the biggest myths pushed onto you by strength influencers? You wouldn't go to a McDojo gym, so don't do McDojo strength. Tune in for advice on who to listen to and who to stay away from with very special guest Charles Allan Price. Increase athleticism, reduce injuries and build a grapplers physique with the Bulletproof for BJJ App. Start your FREE 14 Day Trial today: iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/bulletproof-for-bjj/id6444311790 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bulletproofforbjj&pcampaignid=web_share Stay Hydrated with Sodii the tastiest electrolytes in the Game! Get 15% OFF: BULLETPROOF15 https://sodii.com.au/bulletproof Unlock the jiu jitsu game you've always dreamed of! Get $16 off: BULLETPROOF16 https://submeta.io/