83 episodes

A Mixed Martial Arts talk show featuring Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belts David Avellan (creator of the Kimura Trap System and ADCC 2009 Bronze Medalist) and Robert Drysdale (2005 IBJJF World Champion, ADCC 2007 Absolute Champion, co-founder of Zenith BJJ). Both of them have extensive backgrounds in MMA and BJJ as students, competitors, coaches, and school owners - pulling on their combined experiences to discuss the mental aspect of training, proper preparation, championship mindset, and more.

Breaking The Guard Podcast breakingtheguard

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A Mixed Martial Arts talk show featuring Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belts David Avellan (creator of the Kimura Trap System and ADCC 2009 Bronze Medalist) and Robert Drysdale (2005 IBJJF World Champion, ADCC 2007 Absolute Champion, co-founder of Zenith BJJ). Both of them have extensive backgrounds in MMA and BJJ as students, competitors, coaches, and school owners - pulling on their combined experiences to discuss the mental aspect of training, proper preparation, championship mindset, and more.

    BTG 82 - If you ain't spying, you ain't trying

    BTG 82 - If you ain't spying, you ain't trying

    The historic UFC 300 took place this weekend, and I review some of the key match ups - reviewing tactics and how some fighters seemed to lack any planning or insight into strategy.
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    DavidMMA.com - David Avellan's new website, where he is posting new articles daily, new courses being posted frequently, covering techniques, news, fitness, breakdowns, and much more. You can join as a guest for free to see what the site has to offer.
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    • 36 min
    BTG 81 - Countering over Defending

    BTG 81 - Countering over Defending

    I cover the importance of utilizing counters instead of just defending, cover the upcoming WNO 23 card, and the Ruotolo brothers epic wins in OneFC.
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    DavidMMA.com - David Avellan's new website, where he is posting new articles daily, new courses being posted frequently, covering techniques, news, fitness, breakdowns, and much more. You can join as a guest for free to see what the site has to offer.
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    • 20 min
    BTG 80 - ADCC West Coast Trials Review

    BTG 80 - ADCC West Coast Trials Review

    I do a recap of all the action, trends, and my impressions of the athletes at the trials.
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    DavidMMA.com - David Avellan's new website, where he is posting new articles daily, new courses being posted frequently, covering techniques, news, fitness, breakdowns, and much more. You can join as a guest for free to see what the site has to offer.
    Follow us on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/BreakingGuardTag us on Social Media with #BreakingTheGuard

    • 18 min
    BTG 79 - Butting Heads

    BTG 79 - Butting Heads

    I share my thoughts with Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul, UFC Bite Night result, and why don't we allow head butts? 
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    DavidMMA.com - David Avellan's new website, where he is posting new articles daily, new courses being posted frequently, covering techniques, news, fitness, breakdowns, and much more. You can join as a guest for free to see what the site has to offer.
    Follow us on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/BreakingGuardTag us on Social Media with #BreakingTheGuard

    • 21 min
    BTG 78 - How to get off a Plateau

    BTG 78 - How to get off a Plateau

    If you have been stuck in a rut and needing a way out, David discusses several strategies for breaking out and getting back onto the high ground.
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    DavidMMA.com - David Avellan's new website, where he is posting new articles daily, new courses being posted frequently, covering techniques, news, fitness, breakdowns, and much more. You can join as a guest for free to see what the site has to offer.
    Follow us on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/BreakingGuardTag us on Social Media with #BreakingTheGuard

    • 20 min
    BTG 77 - Experimenting in College

    BTG 77 - Experimenting in College

    David reviews UFC 299 and UFC FPI 6, and then opens up about how experimenting can expand your game, going against the old adage of "if it ain't broke don't fix it."
    Visit our sponsors:
    DavidMMA.com - David Avellan's new website, where he is posting new articles daily, new courses being posted frequently, covering techniques, news, fitness, breakdowns, and much more. You can join as a guest for free to see what the site has to offer.
    Follow us on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/BreakingTheGuardFollow us on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/BreakingGuardTag us on Social Media with #BreakingTheGuard

    • 33 min

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