Russell Usauskas

19 May 13:13

I think I inadvertently have done this. Normally, I'm looking for specific techniques and looking back the instructors I have gravitated toward are normally similar in body type.Β I think the times when they aren't similar, I'm seeking them out for their knowledge on the topic.Β 

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Haha I feel like we all have had this happen. You haven't been training long enough if it hasn't.

19 May 10:29

No advanced gi this week due to Prof Adam's workshop. He always has something great whenever he comes. Don't miss it!

I love the tripod sweep.Β 

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Bekah BradshawΒ it isn't a pause, because the pause is when someone will capitalize. It's taking a slower more controlled pace.Β 

I feel like often when moving quicker we tend to throw everything we can at our partners, instead think of it as being more intentional with your movements.

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14 May 10:57

I feel there are probably 2 that have been the most impactful and regularly used.

First was Renzo Gracie, he showed how to avoid the bow and arrow choke. I use this often.

If you know me, no surprise. Pete the Greek, as it just burst the door wide open and wrist locks came rushing through!

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Bekah BradshawΒ lots of options. Pairs well with the ankle pick too!

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13 May 12:24

I'd have to say some variation of a single leg.

Solid!

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13 May 11:03

Pacing myself or relaxing was the biggest and earliest concept and mindset shift I've ever had. Early on a white belt I started noticing the guys who had just received blue belts before I started seemed on such a different level. With some reflection, I noticed they were relaxed, not spazzy, and had a solid pace.Β I still find this to hold true and even use it as a strategy. Sometimes I will go with someone younger and stronger who still tries to go 100mph. I let them work as hard as they want while staying in strong defensive positions and after 4 minutes they become gassed, then I go to work.Β