As we've learned from Street Fighter, combos are important. A single technique in isolation is not as effective as a series of chained attacks.

There are two ways you can chain attacks together: in a sequence, or in parallel.

Mental models discussed in this episode:

  • Technique Chaining
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining/
  • Theory of Alignment
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment/
  • Alignment over Position
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/alignment-over-position/
  • Kuzushi
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kuzushi/
  • Predictable Responses
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses/
  • Dictate the Pace
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dictate-the-pace/
  • Committed Techniques
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques/
  • Controlling the Distance
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/controlling-the-distance/
  • Grips Dictate Position
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position/
  • Placeholders
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/placeholders/
  • Dilemma
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dilemma/
  • Funneling
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling/
  • Double Trouble
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/double-trouble/
  • Myopia
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/myopia/
  • Train with Purpose
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/train-with-purpose/
  • Mask Your Intentions
    https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mask-your-intentions/

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