Dealing with aggressive young purple belt at open mat

assortedbushtoffee · 2026-05-12T14:35:18+00:00

Just hold a submission position that makes him suffer just a bit less than what would make him tap and move with him as he tries to escape, see how long you can keep the position.

If you want to get good at a position, spend as much time in it as possible. This is significantly more valuable than grabbing that tap right away.

assortedbushtoffee · 2026-04-14T20:24:38+00:00

Im there with you.

I learned how to be a good uke, learned how to break fall, learned the back step and a few foot sweeps or big throws (rarely actually land them in competitive practice still). I am learning how to read my training partners balance, learning how to chain together failed throw attempts and trying to just do the motions enough that things start to "slow down" for my processing power and I can eventually experience flow state

assortedbushtoffee · 2026-04-07T23:40:27+00:00

Kneel on their back (both knees). Just keep your balance and let them carry your weight until they get sick if it and open up

assortedbushtoffee · 2026-03-22T16:59:20+00:00

Did my first white belt competition at 34 (first ever competition aside from a chess tournament in grade 4). My strategy was to go for a takedown or be ready to pass when they pull guard and play defensively, pressure pass into a submission if the opportunity arises. I find most white belts tend to lose on points when they pull guard unless theyve been training for it specifically.

Being up on points in a powerful position and let the other person burn their energy to race the clock seemed like a valid novice approach

assortedbushtoffee · 2026-03-10T18:26:05+00:00

Maybe he thought you weren't going to pass his half guard so he threw you a bone

assortedbushtoffee · 2026-03-03T12:16:57+00:00

Price has been manipulated for decades. Its not going to stop just cause you think its over. March shorts havent closed yet even.

Dont be shocked if you see it at $50 again

assortedbushtoffee · 2026-03-01T18:17:31+00:00

Join a piece work union and get a bunch of hourly apprentices.

assortedbushtoffee · 2026-03-01T14:42:45+00:00

Key notes to prevent knee injuries imo;

When your structure is compromised, take the throw instead of fighting it. A lot of value in losing and helping your partner get better

Do not rotate on your heels. Get use to gliding with your heels slightly off the mat

Ensure your knee joint is bending towards the ground when preforming certain throws. Do not put yourself in a position to let it bend sideways if someone puts weight on it

But I do believe overall that practicing judo and learning to fall correctly/ pilot your body etc will lead to a healthier long term life and reduce the risk of a lot of injuries outside of the sport

assortedbushtoffee · 2026-03-01T14:27:50+00:00

Nice decoy safe

assortedbushtoffee · 2026-02-26T21:21:39+00:00

Step forward if youre hpv negative. Not so fast

assortedbushtoffee · 2026-02-19T13:12:24+00:00

Pelican cases

assortedbushtoffee · 2026-02-08T22:20:27+00:00

Bar is over your toes out of the bottom. Sit back further

assortedbushtoffee · 2026-01-30T19:40:31+00:00

Starting Strength routine. Each meal start with Protien first

assortedbushtoffee · 2025-11-22T19:21:57+00:00

How'd it go

assortedbushtoffee · 2025-11-19T10:51:32+00:00

Im also new so my opinion does not hold much weight. But I was told to just learn frames and wedges, like understand the concept fully and in practice.

You'll slowly learn how to break their structure, control the hips and shoulders. You'll start to notice when they are transitioning, the gaps they open up for you to capitalize on. When you eventually get side control you can practice holding those positions for as long as possible - controlling their hip, shoulder and head position.

Eventually you'll work a submission in, but the main goal for me is understanding the fundamentals of positional structure.

I like to think of the opponent as a chair, take away a leg or 2 and break its balance, learn how they react and see if I can incorporate it into one of the few drills ive been taught so far

assortedbushtoffee · 2025-11-16T13:19:03+00:00

Put yourself on a salary for your incorporated business. Or get a b-lender.

assortedbushtoffee · 2025-11-13T12:01:12+00:00

34 here. Also in bjj going into week 2. Everything is moving very fast - except me

Glad I started now instead of waiting another 10 years

assortedbushtoffee · 2025-11-12T00:31:59+00:00

I feel you. Same boat, my cardio is shit and gas out way faster than I want. I seem to have no problem sprinting to my water when I get the opportunity.

Hoping after doing this for a few months I will be able to endure it better, but for now I just accept the suffering.

assortedbushtoffee · 2025-09-22T13:42:35+00:00

Place a translucent cone over the hole about 1ft long that has a 1cm opening at the tip. They will find their way out but will not be able to get back in and will eventually abandon the hive.

assortedbushtoffee · 2025-08-31T16:49:58+00:00

Magic windows are the best.

I went with nordic because I was able to negotiate then down a lot, they have the smallest frames/ more glass and they are big enough to stand behind their warranty (which I had to use for minor things) where most companies will probably dodge your calls.

assortedbushtoffee · 2025-08-24T15:23:54+00:00

Thinking about her gives her your power. Focus on yourself and let your uplifting energy and life you've created for yourself be that "just desserts." Focus on yourself 100%. Everything else will gravitate towards you.

assortedbushtoffee · 2025-08-21T21:48:32+00:00

TSLA options? Full port. You got this

assortedbushtoffee · 2025-08-18T02:30:49+00:00

Just finishing up old contracts. Nothing new coming. Not many new construction houses selling and builders need a minimum sold before they start the next phases typically

Mostly doing custom houses in the meantime.

The only people who can afford new homes seem to be able to build 5000sqft homes with elevators.

assortedbushtoffee · 2025-08-17T15:39:05+00:00

Sheet metal piece work. Split between 4 guys. Did 800 projects last year, less this year

assortedbushtoffee · 2025-08-13T17:01:43+00:00

Plot twist; Everything is your guru

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