When I watch guys practicing, I often see the “traditional” version: a nice combination, finished off with a calf kick. The problem? That’s not how it actually shows up in competition. In real fights, calf kicks usually land in two ways: 1. As a direct attack 2. When the opponent is stepping forward If you only train it as a finishing touch to a combo, you’ll miss the timing and the setups that make it effective under pressure. The key is learning how to use your feet and positioning to create the opening.Here’s one way I like to do it 👇 👉 How do you set up your calf kick? Drop your favorite setup in the comments!

Something Joakim and I have been working on for a while. This is pretty old so an updated version will be available soon

something for the boys and girls of Mastermind

Just a quick tips, check out the Aiga 2025 champions Leauge on youtube. Lots of "russian" grapplers with a great mix of BJJ, Sambo and Wrestling. Lots of take aways for MMA grappling.

Here is a concept that Coach Joakim and I had been working on quite extensively when dealing with the Joma Leg Turk to Dagestani Handcuff or Far Arm Ride