Specifc training has always been a huge part of my training program. Specifc training allows you to maximize your training time by hyper focusing on one situation. The difficulty with most training is that there are so many variables , its hard to solve patterns, by starting from one spot you can really maximize how efficiently you use your time.

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0:00 Intro
0:48 Why Specific Training
1:04 Start at End Points
2:07 Work Backwards From End Point
2:39 Specific Training For Raw Data
3:27 Conversational Specific Training
5:30 Opponent Feeding Specific Responses
6:20 Simulated Live Specific Training
7:09 Where to Find Solutions to Problems
9:02 Thinking Bigger Picture When Stuck on a Problem

By limiting what you do during training and drilling you become much more precise and will improve much faster in jiu-jitsu. Today’s video was also released in audio-only format on The Strenuous Life Podcast. If you’d like to subscribe to audio-only form this podcast please find it at the links below:

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Cheers,
Stephan Kesting

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