I recently finished reading Cal Newport's new book Deep Work. In the book Newport argues that to truly be successful in today's economy people need to have the ability to focus intensely and without distraction. As I read this book I started to think about how the concept of deep work applies to Jiu Jitsu. While … Continue reading Deep Work and Jiu Jitsu

Let me set the stage. You have been training for a few years now and  you finally hit your stride. Your passing, sweeping, and submission games are on point. You are either smashing the new guys or keeping up with the guys who used to smash you. Overall you can't believe how good you have gotten. Fast … Continue reading What to Do When Nothing Is Working.

A new year means it's time for a new set of yearly goals. Below are my Jiu Jitsu goals for 2016. #1 Master the Kimura A few years ago I posted a 10th Planet Watch blog post about the importance of having three moves. At the time my three moves were leg locks, the Darce … Continue reading 2016 Goals