In this episode, we explore what overtraining is, how it can negatively impact your training and how to avoid it to better optimize your training. If you enjoy this episode, please like and share it with your friends & training partners! Thanks for listening.
In this episode I discuss ADCC Oceania Trials in Singapore, my key takeaways and thoughts on my experience. Enjoy!
We're exploring Congitive biases and logical fallacies as they relate to jiu jitsu in this episode! In-Group Bias, Confirmation Bias, Appeals to Authority, Sunk Cost Fallacies and more.
In this episode I discuss my experiences at ADCC Trials, the ADCC Open in Las Vegas and witnessing the historic ADCC Champsionships. The key takeaway I also discuss in the episode is the concept of Offensive and Defensive Cycles. Enjoy.
In this episode I explore the concept of a training plateau and how we can push through. A 'plateau' is often a catch-all term for a barrier or period of stagnation in our training. By being proactive, present and reflective in our training, we can avoid these altogether. Have a listen, I hope you enjoy.
In this episode we explore how we can foster curiosity as both teacher and student. A curious learner is a successful one; delving deeper into any topic than the student who only engages out of necessity. Please like and share if you enjoy. Oss.
In this episode we conclude the 3 part series on Fixed and Growth Mindset thinking. We discuss the Growth Mindset specifically and how it approaches challenges, obstacles and other factors which we experience in everyday life.
In this episode we dive deeper into the Fixed mindset and how to identify and address it in our own lives. This is part 2 in the 3 part series on the Growth & Fixed mindset concepts.
In this episode we discuss the traits of Fixed and Growth Mindsets. Having accountability for your internal narrative (your mindset) is crucial to success both on and off the mats. We discuss the broader strokes of this in Part 1.
In this episode I revisit the qualities and traits that make a good student. As a learner, there are behaviors and approaches that we can use to maximize our learning potential, this is the main exploration for us as we look to improve in our pursuits and find fulfillment in our lives.
In this episode I discuss the importance of setting SMART Goals for yourself. SMART is an acronym that stands for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant and Time-Based. By using this strategy, you can greatly improve the intentionality in the goals you set for yourself.
In this episode I discuss the attributes of a good learner. By consciously focusing on some of these traits, we can better position ourselves for learner and maximize our potential for growth.
In this episode I discuss the circle of inquiry (Inquiry based learning) and how you can use this to inform your learning in a grappling context.
In this episode I talk about systems that one can I present to solve the puzzle that is jiu- jitsu.
In this episode we discuss the counterproductive learning mindset of enabled helplessness, how to diagnose it, address it and how to better engage passive learners.
This week we explore the concepts of Intrinsic & Extrinsic motivation and the parallels with reward & punishment in learning contexts.
In this episode we discuss the concept of Determinism; the idea that your decisions and actions have been caused by your previous experiences and events. We explore how this applies to your training, competing and even how it extends to creating productive habits in your life.
In this episode we discuss the concept of taking the initiative in combat: the dynamics of offense & defense and imposing strategy on an opponent.
In this episode we explore Scarcity and Abundance mindsets and how these can impact on your self talk and internal narrative.
In this episode, we discuss the importance of good teaching practices and concepts from professional teaching & learning.
This week we explore the idea of Mechanical Sympathy; the concepts of harmony between your hardware and software to create optimal performance.
We discuss the concept of pinning an opponent in grappling & its implication for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Exploring the importance of Spatial learning for grappling and sport. Understanding the three pillars of Balance , Coordination and Physicality . Apologies for the 'iffy' quality, this is new! Enjoy.
