Summary: In this solo episode, Sarah Willis kicks off Season 2 of Grace Under Pressure with a deep dive into the balance between traditional fundamental Jiu-Jitsu and the modern, flashier techniques seen in today’s competitions like ADCC and CJI. She reflects on her personal BJJ journey and addresses the trend of gyms emphasizing newer techniques such as leg locks, inversion, and lapel guards too early, at the expense of mastering foundational movements.

Sarah shares her own experiences, starting out with flashy submissions and gradually finding success by simplifying her game with fundamentals like closed guard, positional control, and breathing techniques. She emphasizes that, whether for self-defense or competition, having a solid understanding of the basics is key to success in Jiu-Jitsu.

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