Damien Anderson | Game Plan | Ep. 011

In this episode of Game Plan, Davis and Juico are joined by professional mixed martial artist and elite grappler Damien Anderson for a deep dive into the technical and philosophical shifts defining his career.Damien discusses his evolution from the foundational systems of the Danaher Death Squad and training under Garry Tonon to his current focus on ecological dynamics and the constraints-led approach (CLA). He shares how his training with Muay Thai coach Elton Wells has influenced his striking for MMA. The conversation also covers Damien’s recent wedding and his perspective on balancing life as a professional athlete and business owner.Check out more from Damien on the  @simplemanpodcast   and his gyms , Simple Man Martial Arts in Austin, Texas and B-Team New Jersey. ______________Follow us on Instagram! @Bjjdamien  @gameplanthepod @juico.skilltree.matspace@colejiujitsu00:00 Intro 1:33 Training with Elton Wells 10:45 Constraints Led Approach 14:40 Rutgers University and Gary Tonon 25:41 No One Wants to Fight Damien 35:47 Cornering Jackson Glass and Dallas Dodd 46:22 Tape Study: Grappling Vs Striking 49:50 Childhood Sports 59:42 B-Team New Jersey 1:11:01 Simple Man Podcast to Martial Arts