
About this episode
This week we're joined by Stuart Cooper! Stuart is best known for his incredible Jiu-Jitsu documentaries, but he's also an outstanding black belt with a deadly guard passing game. In this episode, Stuart joins us to discuss some of the best styles and strategies for passing the guard.
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Resources discussed in this episode:
Less Impressed More Involved — YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@LIMIBJJ
Demetrious Johnson — YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/c/135mightymouse
Mental models discussed in this episode:
- Technique Chaining
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/ - Types of Guard
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/types-of-guard/ - Mirrored Stances
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mirrored-stances/ - Dictate the Pace
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/ - Inside Channel Control
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control/ - Controlling the Distance
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/ - Overwhelming Force
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/overwhelming-force/ - Mask Your Intentions
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/ - Dilemma
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/ - Elbow-Knee Connection
https://bjjmentalmodels.com/elbow-knee-connection/
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