Chapter

Application of Force in Wrestling
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45:01 - 57:06 (12:04)

The speaker discusses how maximizing the application of force can be used in wrestling, and how the wrestler Yolomero is a physical specimen who can effortlessly throw his opponents.

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Jiu Jitsu is a philosophy expressed physically that involves the development of mental and physical capacities working in unison to move efficiently with a physically resisting opponent, rather than clashing with them.
45:01 - 48:14 (03:12)
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Jiu Jitsu
Summary

Jiu Jitsu is a philosophy expressed physically that involves the development of mental and physical capacities working in unison to move efficiently with a physically resisting opponent, rather than clashing with them.

Chapter
Application of Force in Wrestling
Episode
#125 – Ryan Hall: Martial Arts and the Philosophy of Violence, Power, and Grace
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The art of disappearing and reappearing is highly valued in combat and seen in boxers like Floyd Mayweather or Purnell Whitaker.
48:14 - 49:33 (01:19)
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Boxing
Summary

The art of disappearing and reappearing is highly valued in combat and seen in boxers like Floyd Mayweather or Purnell Whitaker. The Satea brothers are also known for this technique, effortlessly manhandling opponents despite their unassuming appearance.

Chapter
Application of Force in Wrestling
Episode
#125 – Ryan Hall: Martial Arts and the Philosophy of Violence, Power, and Grace
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The utilitarian purpose in jiu-jitsu often gets lost in the details, but the ability to move like water and crash or flow at the right time is what ultimately leads to success, both in a fight and in practice.
49:33 - 53:30 (03:56)
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Jiu-Jitsu
Summary

The utilitarian purpose in jiu-jitsu often gets lost in the details, but the ability to move like water and crash or flow at the right time is what ultimately leads to success, both in a fight and in practice. The Saitya brothers are great examples, and while Bruce Lee is often cited, it's important to remember to only focus on the techniques that serve a purpose.

Chapter
Application of Force in Wrestling
Episode
#125 – Ryan Hall: Martial Arts and the Philosophy of Violence, Power, and Grace
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The speaker discusses how learning movement science is similar to learning a new language, and stresses the importance of applying strategy and repeated practice to fully understand and master the concept.
53:30 - 57:06 (03:36)
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Movement Science
Summary

The speaker discusses how learning movement science is similar to learning a new language, and stresses the importance of applying strategy and repeated practice to fully understand and master the concept.

Chapter
Application of Force in Wrestling
Episode
#125 – Ryan Hall: Martial Arts and the Philosophy of Violence, Power, and Grace
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast