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A Mixed Martial Arts talk show featuring Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belts David Avellan (creator of the Kimura Trap System and ADCC 2009 Bronze Medalist) and Robert Drysdale (2005 IBJJF World Champion, ADCC 2007 Absolute Champion, co-founder of Zenith BJJ). Both of them have extensive backgrounds in MMA and BJJ as students, competitors, coaches, and school owners - pulling on their combined experiences to discuss the mental aspect of training, proper preparation, championship mindset, and more.
Episodes
Monday Apr 01, 2024
BTG 80 - ADCC West Coast Trials Review
Monday Apr 01, 2024
Monday Apr 01, 2024
I do a recap of all the action, trends, and my impressions of the athletes at the trials.
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Monday Mar 25, 2024
BTG 79 - Butting Heads
Monday Mar 25, 2024
Monday Mar 25, 2024
I share my thoughts with Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul, UFC Bite Night result, and why don't we allow head butts?
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Monday Mar 18, 2024
BTG 78 - How to get off a Plateau
Monday Mar 18, 2024
Monday Mar 18, 2024
If you have been stuck in a rut and needing a way out, David discusses several strategies for breaking out and getting back onto the high ground.
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Monday Mar 11, 2024
BTG 77 - Experimenting in College
Monday Mar 11, 2024
Monday Mar 11, 2024
David reviews UFC 299 and UFC FPI 6, and then opens up about how experimenting can expand your game, going against the old adage of "if it ain't broke don't fix it."
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Monday Mar 04, 2024
BTG 76 - Shit Happens
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Even the best laid plans can fall apart, and it's important to know how to pick up the pieces when they do. Usually, the problem is letting go of the pieces instead of putting them back together.
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Monday Feb 26, 2024
BTG 75 - 4 Phases of Learning
Monday Feb 26, 2024
Monday Feb 26, 2024
When you are working on learning new skills, I believe it is important to understand 4 phases of learning that everyone typically goes through. This allows you to maximize your potential as you can put more effort in the phases that make the most sense in your position.
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Monday Feb 19, 2024
BTG 74 - Strike while the Iron is hot
Monday Feb 19, 2024
Monday Feb 19, 2024
I review a couple of the key matches in UFC 298, and my interpretation behind what could have been the downfall of these fighters losing their fights.
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Monday Feb 12, 2024
BTG 73 - Looking for a Beating
Monday Feb 12, 2024
Monday Feb 12, 2024
I go over what it was like to watch Sean Strickland box up Sneako at the UFC PI cageside, review UFC Fight Night and WNO 22, the upcoming UFC Fight Pass Invitational 6 and speak about the importance of seeking knowledge with intent.
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Monday Feb 05, 2024
BTG 72 - Fighting Half Dead
Monday Feb 05, 2024
Monday Feb 05, 2024
It's easy to fight when you are fresh, full of energy, and clear of mind. But what happens when your brain is scrambled and your running on fumes? I review this past weekend's UFC and talk about training to fight when you are near death.
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Monday Jan 29, 2024
BTG 71 - Be a Basic B...
Monday Jan 29, 2024
Monday Jan 29, 2024
...Badass :)
I cover notable results from the latest OneFC and Karate Combat Grappling events, and then dig into why you should reconsider working on the basics, instead of focusing on advanced or complex movements.
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