Tapped In: A JiuJitsu Podcast
Tapped In: Structure, Strategy, and the Inner Game of Jiu-Jitsu Tapped In 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 train with clarity, lead with purpose, and stay steady in the chaos. New episodes weekly. Train smarter. Think deeper. Stay tapped in.
Episodes
Jiu-Jitsu can be really difficult for new students. These are the five concepts that I think every Bjj White Belt should become familiar with.
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In this episode I cover the hidden benefits of competition preparation, even if you don't make it to the competition.
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In this episode I discuss the most common Jiu-Jitsu Gentlemen's Agreements that hold students back. We often times don't recognize that they are issues until we get a bit deeper into the game.
Let's chat.
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In this episode I discuss that fact that your best coach will probably be a Purple Belt. My first Jiu-Jitsu mentor was a solid Purple Belt who I've emulated so much of my teaching approach from.
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On this episode I discuss how I decide to roll with training partners who are more aggressive than I'd like. This is based on a question from a student who like me has to often make training decisions based on his age, size, and profession.
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In this episode I discuss the Designated Winner Concept. It's a way of keeping things competitive and challenging someone just enough during situational drilling or sparring, but ultimately allowing them to win.
I review the benefits and misconceptions of the practice.
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I'm a fan of techniques that are looked down upon. Wrist locks, Muffler, Smother Choke, that sort of thing. In my honest opinion, these are not rude techniques. Like any other techniques on the board, it's all in how you apply them.
Lets explore.
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I sometimes look back at my journey and debate if I would have done anything differently? If so, what would that have been and why.
In this episode I cover what I would do differently and what I would do the same.
Hope you enjoy.
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In this episode we celebrate 50 episodes of the Tapped In: A Jiu-Jitsu Podcast. We're reviewing why I started this, what I've learned during the process, and my hopes for this passion Bjj project in the future.
Thank you so much for everyone who has supported, shared, commented, and liked.
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In this episode I discuss the importance of having proper inner coach for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
A calm voice that talks to you in a way that gets the best out of you. It's not always easy as we are our own biggest critics, but if developed just right.. Jiu-Jitsu gets a little easier.
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In this episode I discuss the proper ways to roll with the Trail Student in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. This was not something that I was taught how to do, but rather something that I learned over the course of a few years.
The challenge is, giving them just enough, without ruining their experience. Now, lets get into it.
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In this episode I discuss what you'll need and what you wont need when deciding to start Jiu-Jitsu. This episode will also be great for those that maybe just started and are trying to decide what to spend money on.
It's actually far less than you think.
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In this episode, I'll be doing a quick review of my thoughts on CJI 2. The stuff I liked, loved, and the stuff that I wasn't a fan of.
Overall, it was a fantastic event and I look forward to seeing how it grows over the new few years.
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In this episode I discuss the importance of grips and hand fighting in nearly all positions.
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In this episode, I discuss the pitfalls of judging your own progress. The difficulty is in the emotional ties and how close to the action you are.
Now lets talk about how we can fix this.
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In this episode, we're doing story time. These are three unique stories that immediately come to mind when think about my time in Jiu-Jitsu
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In this episode we cover how important it is to stop collecting technique, and instead applying the technique you do have with depth.
**This was previously recording about seven weeks ago with an older mic set up.**
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In this episode we cover the sneaky things that older grapplers do. These are tactics that I personally believe everyone should use, but often get ignored until you hit a certain age.
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In this episode we discuss ways to improve your game in the most efficient ways possible. By focusing on leverage points, key segments of your game, that would improve multiple areas of your game all at once.
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In this episode we covering some of my biggest mistakes. They are all common from what I've seen, but nonetheless something that I think we should cover.
Please learn from my mistakes so you can make your way through Jiu-Jitsu maybe faster than I did.
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