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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 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 who want to

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E37 | White Belt? Try This!

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2025/08/10

In this episode I discuss some trips and trips of what White Belts can do to help themselves along the journey. You are going to make a host of mistakes and that's natural. At the same time, it can also be possible to cut some time off of your learning curve. Hopefully this helps. 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

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E36 | Bonus Ep - My Worst Injuries

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2025/08/08

In this episode, I discuss my three worst injuries and how I trained and taught around them. While I have never needed surgery for any of my injuries, they were pretty decent setbacks that caused me to doubt myself, forcing me to work around 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

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E35 | The Power of Coachability

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2025/08/05

In this episode we discuss one of the most important qualities any athlete or human being can have. The ability to be coached. The students that get better faster, are almost always the most coachable. 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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E34 | Your Jiu-Jitsu DNA

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2025/08/03

In this episode we discuss how techniques are invariably specific to your body type, the game you're playing, the environment that you're in, the ruleset that you are training for. No two people will have the same technique. So how I apply techniques will look different than anyone else over time. And.. that's OK. 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

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E33 | The Self Coached Grappler

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2025/07/29

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into being self coached. We’re going to discuss why it happens, what gyms can do to better the situation, but more importantly what the student can do to help themselves along. 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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E32 | The Secret Sauce Behind Every Good Sweep

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2025/07/27

In this episode, I discuss some abstracted sweeping principles that I lean heavily on in order to initiate and pull off sweep. I review how important it is to understand someone's stance and the art of attacking in generalized ways. 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

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E31 | Bonus Ep - The Weight I Finally Learned To Carry

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2025/07/25

This episode I reflect on the emotional growth that came after losing a friend and coworker and how I handle emotions in my forties. For most of my life, I wore stoicism like armor, but grief cracked it open. I talk about learning to express what I feel, why silence stopped serving me, and how embracing emotion made me a better man, Jiu-Jitsu coach, and friend. 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

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E30 | The Three Guards I Love To Play

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2025/07/22

In this episode I cover my three favorite guards. I cover Half Guard, Butterfly Guard, and Half Guard and the reasons why I like 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: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Want To Partner With Us? Click Here! We Offer:60 Second

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E29 | Loyalty Without Manipulation

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2025/07/20

In this episode I discuss loyalty and how it playout and is often used within Jiu-Jitsu. I cover my own experiences as someone who's been training for over 14 years at multiple gyms. 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)Stay

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E28 | Bonus Ep - So You Want to Blog/Podcast

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2025/07/18

In this short form episode we discuss my journey in blogging and my newest endeavor, podcasting. We cover some of the pitfalls, the reasons for pursuing either art, and what I've learned along the process. 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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E27 | Audio Companion: The New White Belt

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2025/07/15

In this episode we discuss how important new White Belts are and what we can do to get the best of of them and welcome them into the fold. 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)Stay ConnectedDFM CoachingFor remote coaching,

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E26 | On Teaching Kids

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2025/07/13

On this episode I cover my history with teaching kids. The massive benefit that an instructor can get from starting at the kids level, along with some tips on how to approach it. This was a previously recorded episode from April on a mic that I have since replace. 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

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E25 | Bonus Ep - Trends Vs Effectiveness

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2025/07/12

In this episode we discuss my journey and all the different fads that I've come across and how none of them truly determine what's effective in Jiu-Jitsu. Often times, what's popular is just that.. what's popular. 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

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E24 | Audio Companion: Let's F**k Up Someone's Jiu-Jitsu

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2025/07/08

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into how I changed class for a short time in order to dismantle someone’s Jiu-Jitsu. What You’ll Learn:* How I Kept It Fun* The Benefits* What I LearnedOne Quote to Reflect On:"If you want to dismantle a system, study its patterns." 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

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E23 | Gym to Gym Community

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2025/07/06

Episode DescriptionIn this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive creating community between Jiu-Jitsu gyms. Creating this types of communities is massive for students and instructor development alike, specifically for smaller gyms. I recently taught a Kimura Seminar at Five Peaks that was supported by all three gyms that I teach at to benefit a family who needed some support. It was an amazing event!BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep

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E22 | Bonus Ep - UFC Bjj 1 Review

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2025/07/03

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into what I thought about UFC Bjj 1 and the TUF style reality show. What You’ll Learn:* My Issued With The Coaches* The Commentary Needs Work* Better Explanation of Jiu-JitsuBJJ 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

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E21 | Red Flags In Jiu-Jitsu

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2025/07/01

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the most common red flags in Jiu-Jitsu, my own experiences, how I dealt with them, and finally what you can do. What You’ll Learn:* Concerns and Flags* If You’re New, What To Look For* How I Navigate One Quote to Reflect On:"When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time."— Maya AngelouBJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has

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E20 | Audio Companion: Don't Be The Reason Someone Quits

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2025/06/29

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into how I changed class for a short time in order to dismantle someone’s Jiu-Jitsu. What You’ll Learn:* Elements To Consider* How Important Culture Is* What We Can All DoOne Quote to Reflect On:"Don’t be the reason someone quits!" 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

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E19 | Audio Companion: Live, Die, Repeat

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2025/06/24

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the movie Edge of Tomorrow. It is probably the best analogy for Jiu-Jitsu and with life in general. What You’ll Learn:* Lessons We Can Learn* Increasing Rate Of Failure * Things To ConsiderOne Quote to Reflect On:"Jiu-Jitsu at the highest level isn’t just about submissions—it’s about solving problems under pressure." -UnknownBJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual

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E18 | What Kind Of Training Partner Are You?

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2025/06/22

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the movie Edge of Tomorrow. It is probably the best analogy for Jiu-Jitsu and with life in general. What You’ll Learn:* Does and Don’ts* How To Be Better* What to Strive ForOne Quote to Reflect On:"Jiu-Jitsu at the highest level isn’t just about submissions—it’s about solving problems under pressure." -UnknownBJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that

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