Walking away from the scene of another leg lock crime: I am always impressed by composure in athletes. A huge part of excellence in jiu jitsu is excellence in problem solving. Unwarranted emotion, excitement or distraction is the opposite of what we need when solving problems. Our best problem solving moments are in our states of focused calm – this ought to be reflected in our jiu jitsu practice. No matter how stressful the situation you find yourself in may be, realize that success will come in the form of technical solutions to problems, not appeals to our emotional side. Here, young nicky ryan, just fifteen years of age, shows the match maturity of a much older man as he walks away from victory at the recent Gracie Nationals event where he won a super fight against a tough opponent.
