Episode 105

E105 | The Guard - Offensive or Defensive

Published on: 15th January, 2026

In this episode I dive into the discussion on is the guard offensive or defensive in nature, and why it actually matters to the art and sport.

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Tapped In: A JiuJitsu Podcast
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Tapped In: A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Podcast | Training, Mastery & Mindset

I’m David Figueroa-Martinez, a BJJ Black Belt and coach, and I created Tapped In for the grapplers who train for mastery, not just medals. This is a short-form series designed to give you tactical clarity in the 12–24 minutes it takes to drive to the gym.

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David Figueroa-Martinez

I’m David Figueroa-Martinez, Jiu-Jitsu black belt, mindset coach, and founder of Tapped In. This podcast isn’t for hype or highlight reels. It’s for grapplers who train with purpose.

I teach structure, not chaos. Mindset, not ego. Progress, not performance.

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