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Tapped In: A JiuJitsu Podcast

David Figueroa-Martinez

Tapped In: A Jiu-Jitsu Podcast is for grapplers who train with intention, not just for medals, but for mastery. Hosted by BJJ Black Belt and coach David Figueroa-Martinez, this short-form series explores the mindset, structure, and strategy behind real Jiu-Jitsu growth. Each 12-24 minute episode blends sharp coaching insight with grounded reflection, covering everything from game-planning and mat culture to ego management and mental resilience. No fluff. Just clear, tactical thinking for those

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11:48

E79 | Positional Playbook: Collar Sleeve Guard

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2025/11/23

In this episode I breakdown Collar Sleeve Guard, how I use it and why I find it useful. The pros and cons of the position. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Join the FREE DFM Coaching Community Here.Are You New, Start

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13:41

E78 | Bonus Ep | Your Best Doesn’t Always Look the Same

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2025/11/20

In this episode I discuss how your best wont always the same and how to work around that fact. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Join the FREE DFM Coaching Community Here.Are You New, Start Here!Stay ConnectedDFM CoachingFor

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14:20

E77 | Do You Really Need to Train Both Sides?

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2025/11/18

In this episode I discuss whether we should train both sides. When it makes sense and when I believe it's better to work one side and why. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Join the FREE DFM Coaching Community Here.Are You

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17:15

E76 | Position Playbook: The Guard

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2025/11/16

In this episode I discuss the guard, what it is, how it's used, and what I look for when playing it. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Join the FREE DFM Coaching Community Here.Are You New, Start Here!Stay ConnectedDFM

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13:23

E75 | Bonus Ep | My Competition Prep Update

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2025/11/13

In this episode I cover everything that's going on with my Jiu-Jitsu competition. The way I'm training, what I'm getting from it all, and how what I'm most worried about. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Join the FREE DFM

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18:57

E74 | Identity and Language in Jiu-Jitsu

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2025/11/11

In this episode I discuss the importance of the language we use and titles that we give people in Bjj, and how it affects us. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Join the FREE DFM Coaching Community Here.Are You New, Start

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18:45

E73 | Positional Playbook: Kuzushi

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2025/11/09

In this episode we tackle what exactly is Kuzushi, how it applies to Bjj, and how we can use it in our favor. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Join the FREE DFM Coaching Community Here.Are You New, Start Here!Stay

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13:41

E72 | Bonus Ep | Returning to Competition After Years...

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2025/11/06

In this episode I cover my choices to seriously consider competing against which I haven't done in roughly 7 years. I talk about the why behind it and some of my concerns in preparing effectively. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code:

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20:50

E71 | How to Study Jiu-Jitsu Instructionals Like a Pro

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2025/11/04

In this episode I discuss the best ways that I've found to study Bjj Instructionals. Learning from instructionals is not for everyone, but if you can follow these tips, you'll get the most of them. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code:

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19:03

E70 | Positional Playbook: Closed Guard

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2025/11/02

In this episode I breakdown the Closed Guard position, how I utilize it for my size, and how I adapts based on specific body type. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Join the FREE DFM Coaching Community Here.Are You New, Start

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26:40

E69 | Inside the Coach’s Mind on Competition Day

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2025/10/30

In this episode I share what goes through my mind when I'm coaching an athlete in competition. It's a tough gig that requires so much of us on comp day. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Join the FREE DFM Coaching Community

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14:28

E68 | Stick to the Plan, Not Your Mood

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2025/10/28

In this episode I talk sticking to the plan even when you're not motivated. Motivation will falter at some point, hopefully this helps you get through those tough days or weeks of not being yourself. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code:

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17:49

E67 | Positional Playbook: Butterfly Guard

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2025/10/26

In this episode I'm reviewing what the Butterfly Guard is. It's strengths, weaknesses, and how I personally use it. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Join the FREE DFM Coaching Community Here.Are You New, Start Here!Stay

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21:26

E66 | The Aging Grappler: Training Smarter, Not Harder

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2025/10/23

On this episode we tackle how the aging grappler can train smarter in order to avoid injuries while still training hard. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Join the FREE DFM Coaching Community Here.Are You New, Start Here!Stay

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17:43

E65 | What It Really Takes to Earn That First Stripe

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2025/10/21

In this episode I tackle what it takes to earn your first stripe. It's less about your technical knowhow and more about how you're adapting to the culture of Jiu-Jitsu. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Join the FREE DFM

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17:46

E64 | Positional Playbook | Back Control

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2025/10/19

This is part of the Positional Playbook series where I review the pros and cons of the Back Control. This is great for someone who's learning the position, how to make it your own, and when it may not be the best option for you. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ

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09:36

E63 | Bonus Ep | The Practitioner’s Journal Review

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2025/10/16

In this episode, I dive into The Practitioner’s Journal, a powerful reflection tool for grapplers who want more than just reps. I cover what's between the covers and how I've decided to use the journal. Designed for the modern grappler: focused insight you can absorb in the time it takes to get to work.BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use

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19:48

E62 | Winning the Inner Round

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2025/10/14

This episode focuses more on what and how you respond to what happens to you during rounds, no matter what the your opponent is doing. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Join the FREE DFM Coaching Community Here.Are You New,

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14:32

E61 | Then vs Now: How Jiu-Jitsu Has Changed Since I...

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2025/10/12

How Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has changed since I started and my views on those changes. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Join the FREE DFM Coaching Community Here.Are You New, Start Here!Stay ConnectedDFM CoachingFor remote

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E60 | Bonus Ep | Weaponized Loyalty

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2025/10/09

In this episode I review how some instructors and gym owners weaponize loyalty against their students. It's one of the most insidious and underhanded approaches that you'll experience in this art of ours. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code:

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