BJJ Mental Models
Explore the conceptual side of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Black belt Steve Kwan and a slate of expert guests discuss the mental models, or universal principles, behind the gentle art.
BJJ Mental Models
Ep. 16: Guard Series: Engagement Phase
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Steve & Matt Kwan
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Episode 16
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/ - Controlling the Distance
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ - Dictate the Pace
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ - Train with Purpose
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/ - Mindfulness
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/ - Grips Dictate Position
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/ - Minimize Attack Vectors
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/minimize-attack-vectors/ - Limb Coiling
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/limb-coiling/ - Grip Inversion
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grip-inversion/ - Training Handicaps
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/
We maintain an online database of the mental models governing Jiu-Jitsu at: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/