This week, Steve and Matt talk about butterfly guard! Butterfly is a hook-based guard that works in both gi and no-gi, and excels against larger opponents.
Mental models discussed in this episode:
- Inside Channel Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/- Body Tethering https://bjjmentalmodels.com/body-tethering/- Types of Guard https://bjjmentalmodels.com/types-of-guard/- Kuzushi https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/- Head Position https://bjjmentalmodels.com/head-position/- Single vs. Double Lever Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/single-vs-double-lever-control/- Principles Over Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/principles-over-techniques/- Limb Coiling https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/- Committed Techniques https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/- Direct vs. Proxy Control https://bjjmentalmodels.com/direct-vs-proxy-control/- Beginner’s Mind https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/- Incremental Learning https://bjjmentalmodels.com/incremental-learning/- Predictable Responses https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/ IMPORTANT: BJJ Mental Models needs your help. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the future for Steve and Matt is uncertain. Our gyms are closed, our income is impacted, and we need your help in order to continue providing free content. We've started a Patreon where you can support BJJ Mental Models. Please help us keep the lights on so we can keep your game sharp during this once-in-a-century crisis. Link here: https://patreon.com/bjjmentalmodels/
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