Listen "Ep.11: Control Yourself Before Controlling Others - A Conversation with Matt Pasquale & Mark Brunswick"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Spina sits down for a discussion with long time BJJ black belt Matthew Pasquale, and fellow FRS x BJJ brown belt, Mark Brunswick. Topics discussed in this episode include:
FRS internal vs external training and its translation to the ability to control yourself in order to better control your opponent
Bendy does not mean unbreakable
Jiu jitsu injuries and their implications
“Correcting” imbalances
Training tissue for improved motor learning (new jiu jitsu techniques) and performance optimization
The plus side of compensations in human physiology
If you have an interest in human movement optimization, martial arts, or a desire for a deeper understanding of training adaptations, this episode is for you.
FRS internal vs external training and its translation to the ability to control yourself in order to better control your opponent
Bendy does not mean unbreakable
Jiu jitsu injuries and their implications
“Correcting” imbalances
Training tissue for improved motor learning (new jiu jitsu techniques) and performance optimization
The plus side of compensations in human physiology
If you have an interest in human movement optimization, martial arts, or a desire for a deeper understanding of training adaptations, this episode is for you.
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