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Tapped In: A JiuJitsu Podcast

by David Figueroa-Martinez

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  • E239 | Grappling in Your 40s: Longevity, Recovery Tools, and Mat Longevity

    October 29, 2026 · 20 min

    DFM Coaching Library: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DFMCoachingBjj About In this episode, I share an honest perspective on what it takes to stay on the mats and feel good grappling in your 40s. After navigating back-to-back hip injuries when…

  • E238 | Why Mandatory Competition Hurts Jiu-Jitsu

    October 27, 2026 · 17 min

    DFM Coaching Library: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DFMCoachingBjj About In this episode, I tackle one of the biggest debates in academy culture: whether competing should be mandatory for progression and promotions. Drawing from my…

  • E237 | The Mats as a Mental Sanctuary: Vulnerability, Brotherhood, and Dropping the Armor

    October 25, 2026 · 22 min

    DFM Coaching Library: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DFMCoachingBjj About This Episode In this episode of Tapped In, David Figueroa-Martinez reflects on the unique role the mats play as a mental sanctuary, speaking directly to the heavy…

  • E236 | BJJ Movement Styles: Leaps vs. Climbs and the Reality of Control

    October 22, 2026 · 19 min

    DFM Coaching Library: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DFMCoachingBjj About This Episode In this episode of Tapped In, David Figueroa-Martinez explores two core approaches to movement, passing, and transitions: leaps versus climbs. Whether you…

  • E235 | Do BJJ Black Belts Look for Street Fights?

    October 20, 2026 · 17 min

    DFM Coaching Library: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DFMCoachingBjj About This Episode In this episode of Tapped In, David Figueroa-Martinez addresses the common misconception that Jiu-Jitsu black belts itch to test their skills in street…

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  • E234 | Choosing Your Intentional Mindset on the Mats

    October 18, 2026 · 18 min

    DFM Coaching Library: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DFMCoachingBjj About This Episode In this episode of Tapped In, David Figueroa-Martinez breaks down the importance of showing up to the academy with a clear, deliberate mindset. Most…

  • E233 | Grapplers Retreat Breakdown: Details, Culture, and Balancing Life

    October 15, 2026 · 20 min

    DFM Coaching Library: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DFMCoachingBjj AboutIn this episode of Tapped In, David Figueroa-Martinez of DFM Coaching shares an honest, calm breakdown of his week at Grapplers Retreat. Stepping away from the daily…

  • E232 | How Instructors Fail Their Students

    October 13, 2026 · 23 min

    DFM Coaching Library: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DFMCoachingBjj AboutIn this episode of Tapped In, David Figueroa-Martinez dives into the ways instructors fail their students—often unintentionally. From teaching like competitors instead…

  • E231 | The Power of "Good Enough" in Jiu-Jitsu

    October 11, 2026 · 12 min

    DFM Coaching Library: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DFMCoachingBjj AboutIn this episode of Tapped In, David Figueroa-Martinez explores the liberating concept of "good enough" in Jiu-Jitsu and life. We often hold ourselves to impossible…

  • E230 | Why Everything in Jiu-Jitsu Is Borrowed

    October 8, 2026 · 22 min

    DFM Coaching Library: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DFMCoachingBjj AboutIn this episode of Tapped In, I get into a mindset shift that has completely changed how I approach the mats: realizing that everything in Jiu-Jitsu is borrowed. From…

  • E229 | How to Be the Right Training Partner for Competition Prep

    October 6, 2026 · 24 min

    DFM Coaching Library: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DFMCoachingBjj AboutIn this episode of Tapped In, I discuss what it really takes to be the training partner your teammate needs when they’re gearing up for a tournament. Inspired by a…

  • E228 | Why White and Blue Belts Are My Favorite Students to Coach

    October 4, 2026 · 18 min

    DFM Coaching Library: https://www.patreon.com/cw/DFMCoachingBjj AboutIn this episode of Tapped In, I get into why coaching white and blue belts brings me the most joy on the mats. We talk about the beauty of starting with a clean slate…

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About the show

I am a dedicated practitioner and coach on a mission to help you navigate the complex, rewarding world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Whether you are a White Belt trying to survive your first stripe or a seasoned grappler looking for a competitive edge, I created this show to be your technical and mental mat-side companion. In every episode of Tapped In, I break down the nuances of submission grappling. I dive deep into the Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle, discussing how to overcome mat burnout, manage BJJ injuries, and develop the "black belt mindset" both on and off the mats. Why Listen to Me? Beyond my fifteen years on the mats, I’ve had the honor of sharing my philosophy as a recurring guest on BJJ Mental Models and Fighting Matters. I believe in a structured tactical approach and I bring that same level of high-level conceptual analysis to every episode of this show. The Training Schedule: I know your time is valuable. That’s why I release three new episodes every week, each designed to fit perfectly into your daily routine. With a runtime of 14–24 minutes, these episodes are built to give you tactical clarity in the time it takes to drive to the academy or finish a warm-up. If you live for the grind, the flow, and the constant pursuit of the tap, this podcast is for you. Subscribe and let's level up your game, one episode at a time.