GSP teaches Lex Fridman how to street fight

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[@lexfridman]

Georges showed me some of his street fighting secrets after our podcast conversation. If interested, check out some of these recent podcast episodes: - GSP: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHqzqZmwm7SHrs0 - Elon Musk: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqm1dqBpqJammaM - Joe Rogan: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHyme4qhhcqbmrs - John Danaher: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaXYqGmFrJmmmpI

[@Akasar101]

Of you stomp the instep you won't need to run fast.

[@Michael-Gill]

GSP has my respect but that knife advice is terrible and will get you killed. For a knife you force distance and remove your shirt and span it between your hands. Then let the attacker swing. Block the blade with the shirt pulled taut. Eventually it'll tangle in the shirt and they either release it or sacrifice control of an arm.

[@Thedogfathersd]

Very nice

[@franke102]

Jack Dempsey's 'Championship Boxing' - Chapter 1 - Real fight philosophy vs boxing match philosophy.

[@racerx2095]

Love your vids l try to see them all.Thank you for your all you're hard work

[@artstudent7150]

Self defense instructor: avoid and deflect GSP: peace was never an option "gouges his eyes"

[@DamianSzajnowski]

Avoid, deflect, run, fight with all means necessary if needed, any instructor worth their salt (eg decent Krav Maga guys) will tell you that

[@davidwaynemain]

Don't forget to eat 😁

[@raserk.]

@@DamianSzajnowski riven gameplay to here lol.

[@DamianSzajnowski]

@@raserk. wdym? :D

[@raserk.]

@@DamianSzajnowski yk what i mean bro cmon

[@kmichaelkful]

" When you're in an argument and you feel the heat rise, just eat first", strange advice but it's GSP, been carrying a snickers around in my pocket all week

[@dnkmarci]

W comment

[@kurzhaarsilva]

I thought nobody would notice this. It made me laugh all day.

[@nathan-vm4ss]

I mean... You are not you wheb you're hungry

[@pawekopytek7596]

And on the off chance that you're about to fight a Canadian, the first thing you need to do is eat the Canadian #InBruges

[@JackyRogue]

Doesn't have to tell me twice!

[@pwnstarryan5265]

Finally a realistic self defense lesson. "The minute you touch me, you are declaring war" raw line

[@burts6896]

Saying that "The minute you touch me, you are declaring war", taken literally, is terrible advice. It flies in the face of how the world works. Simply touching someone can mean a lot of things. Responding to a touch with a non-proportional response is generally unwise. Is it wise to escalate? As a general rule, no. The other person may have a range of intentions. Example #1: a drunk person bumps into you on accident. Intention to fight: unlikely. Example 2: dude pushes his finger into your sternum. Intention to intimidate or fight: high. Now, if your intuition says you are about to get attacked, you can choose step away. Do that. Don't try to diffuse a boiling situation with words -- by the time emotions have got that hot, they don't cool down easily. Rationality is probably a lost cause. Trying to diffuse the situation only with words is risky. Step back, use body language to show you aren't a threat. Be the wiser person. Your anger and ego might not like these non-violent options, but the violent outcomes tend to be worse, even if you "win".

[@sepg5084]

​@@burts6896you did not understand the context of the scenario when he said it then. Sounds like you haven't been on a fight before

[@burts6896]

​@@sepg5084 Reasonable people can see the context differently. Sure, I get his general gist, which is: use the element of surprise and don't hold back. But he doesn't discuss the consequences of fighting (winning or losing) nor alternatives to the Krav Maga style eye and groan strikes. A video of this length can't cover much, I get it. Still, I find this one somewhat irresponsible. I think Lex could have done better in editing. This is not his first rodeo.

[@user-si9nj3ts8q]

@@burts6896 He invited a fighter, not a non-conflict street negotiator to his program. So your comments here make zero sense in the context of this specific video. And I am not even talking that they dicuss a scenario when you WILL get hit anyways. Stepping back especially against an aggressive tall person gives him a great distancne for a kick, very cimfortable to hit you in the groin while you move back. Please, don't give any advice anymore. :)

[@boblybob74]

@@burts6896before he said that, he was talking about being in a heated argument with someone. Why are you being so intentionally obtuse?

[@x-Musashi-x]

You can feel the power in GSP’s voice man. Such a strong character, yet it’s not predatory, it’s calm and disciplined. True martial artist right here.

[@jjjyli686]

Can also see that lex has not been in fights. He trains jiujitsu as a sport but real life experience on situations he probably has 0

[@veridianr2490]

@@jjjyli686who gets into street fights on a daily basis? It should be avoided always if you want to stay alive

[@nighTmareCSGO]

@@veridianr2490 this is true. Years ago when I was younger my ex got threatened by a group of guys on her birthday in London. Me being the ultra male had to do something. Was completely outnumbered, had something to prove. Did well, they couldn’t fight all that well and I managed to stay up. That’s when one of them pulled a knife. By gods grace I have no idea how - maybe due to the sheer amount of adrenaline I managed to fight him off without getting harmed. After, I felt like such a strong man and was so proud of myself. Now I look back and I’m embarrassed, it could’ve gone so fucking wrong so easily and I would’ve left the love of my life bleeding out on the pavement whilst she cried. Best thing I could’ve done would be to tell her to ignore them, get her and her friends safely away and just leave.

[@blakebethel3757]

@@nighTmareCSGO Hey man, what happened just happened. You were a hero at the time, all that matters is that you have learned from it. No can be a hero forever, just appreciate the moments and live wisely. Just like ur doin now.

[@warghost1400]

Pro UFC fighters are typically aggressive people who will go after someone who they feel disrespected them but gsp seems like the guy who fights the guy bullying someone

[@imnexup3577]

I laughed so hard i thought he would of said first thing to do is to avoid the conflict and de-escalate the situation but no my man went straight for the eyes haha

[@Magani79]

IKR. wtf GSP

[@bastianrivero]

😂😂

[@sharpvidtube]

Blind someone for pulling your tie, I'm sure the jury will be lenient😂

[@nihaalsandim9986]

😂😂😂

[@Aryzo]

Yea you're dumb for sure. He's obviously saying if you already can't escape easily.

[@Charles-xe2qh]

Right, I have now watched that video in full carefully and absorbed the lessons thoroughly. I am now 100% confident that if I am ever involved in a street fight I will be able to get my ass kicked just as before.

[@rasmusgarbonzo1411]

xD

[@hazardeur]

just remember, always get as close to the weapon as possible. it's gonna be fine

[@vladimirmihnev9702]

Well that is how it is they are no magical technic you can just learn from a video on KZbin.

[@joshgonzales8201]

Don’t forget to wear a suit gotta look classy while getting your ass kicked

[@jamesaddison2428]

Remember, it's all about the eyes, blind tyhem 4 life

[@Th3Downz]

Calmly instructing how to dig your fingers into somebody's eye sockets. Never expected this side from GSP and I love it

[@tukushtacos2518]

Gsp is the type of teacher that gets you excited to come back to class. His chill personality keeps it fun and comfortable to ask questions. I would love to be in his dojo

[@DavidUno23]

Lex plays stupid, we all know he's a KGB killer droid when he needs to be, George was lucky that Lex is such a humble and generous robot!

[@mikelac2]

The way he fake stabbed from a distance looked like he has done it before...

[@evanj5844]

Russian Hitman

[@atul6585]

Agent 47 1/2

[@lachlanalsop3294]

@@atul6585 his ai friend that he makes is in his neuralink saying "good job 47.5"

[@pieflies]

@@mikelac2 he has a black belt in jujitsu so he has probably done a bunch of defensive role play stuff before.

[@ZaBrowski]

GSP literally a Cobra Kai instructor with that "strike first, and inflict the most harm" advice I love it

[@boxer6796]

They should add him as a guest appearance.

[@russellrowland1913]

I thought the EXACT same thing. I did just finish Cobra Kai season 4 today..haha. but GSP would for sure be part of Miagi-do. He is the good guy.

[@mkII.]

He also basically ran down the second guys teachings from cobra kai to Daniel, if your opponent cannot see he cannot fight, if he cannot breath he cannot fight, if he cannot stand he cannot fight. You take away any of these things from your opponent and you win the fight.

[@hi._.golgo137]

@@boxer6796 can you tell me what he said at first ? Id rather fight Ngannou than fight ..???

[@GoGeoGo]

@@hi._.golgo137 I think he said Bas Rutten. Bas Rutten is a retired MMA fighter and used to make videos about street fighting. I guess he's implying that Bas Rutten would be the better street fighter between him and Francis Ngannou lol.

[@Bully____Maguire]

Self defense instructor: Avoid or Deflect. GSP: Go for the eyes.

[@shainshartershwate7421]

Then the balls

[@burts6896]

The part of the video about going for the eyes so quickly was not persuasive nor useful. First, avoiding a fight is preferable. Second, the context and environment is key. Sure, there are times when you "fight for your life", but this is not *all the time*. Where in the video does GSP talk about the context? Nuance is not something that GSP communicates well here in this video.

[@badseedbdo]

@@burts6896 street fight = street fight, hope that helps

[@musedonna]

Valuable information. We all basically know this. The difference between ‘basically’ knowing it and actually using it in an emergency is the fact that we don’t ever apply it, especially on a day to day basis when training for our next UFC fight. The key for this info to be helpful to the average person watching this video is to ‘study/practice/memorize’ it. That’s when the information becomes MOST valuable.

[@slushy3943]

“You can only fight the way you practice” -Miyamoto Musashi

[@tinyky2598]

What an incredible analysis!

[@joeybasile1572]

That was so deep

[@mayena5735]

That's why I play-wrestle my 6yo daughter every day. Even when I'm tired after a days work she jumps me enthusiastically and starts to work me to the ground, it's great :) She will have so much muscle memory when she's grown up that she'll be able to perform under stress and be safe.

[@weeniethepoop2550]

So true! I've been practicing it on random strangers and it's making my technique so much better!

[@suj1201]

Love Georges St-Pierre! Not only is he one of the greatest fighters to ever step inside the cage, but he is a humble classy individual who is always willing to help others, especially those who were bullied like he was growing up. There's so much benefit & wisdom people with his skills can provide to others. Thanks for having him on your show, Lex!

[@douglasgillespie317]

U know it!🇨🇦well said

[@jin6000]

Compared to someone like Conor Mc Gregor. People like GSP are true ambassadors of martial arts.

[@Grumbledookvid]

You don't even know him lmao

[@yesitrotamundos2904]

A stark contrast to Conor McGregor😂

[@joshuataylor9089]

@Charlote nmmm l

[@ChristopherRyans]

For whatever reason I was smiling and cracking up the whole video love these two guys and love seeing them interact. George seems really healthy mentally and physically

[@restlessmind8921]

They seemed genuinely happy and having a great time its refreshing to see

[@ChristopherRyans]

@@restlessmind8921 Lex fridman is so multifaceted. I think he was kind of Starstruck by George

[@rolandbole5824]

Great podcast. I love Lex but hardly ever go through the full podcast. I can say I do just over 60% of any podcast. This is one of the few I have listened to till the very end. Coffee please take care of yourself. Thanks you Lex for bringing in so many people we love to hear speak.

[@justiakas]

"If you are in a heated argument, strike first. Eyes, genitals, neck, then leave the scene." -- genius advice, lol.

[@IndefiniteMark]

So happy GSP retired on top, kept his mind and he's such a quality character. Always enjoy his appearances.

[@on9francisyu]

He still keeps his shape.

[@IndefiniteMark]

@@on9francisyu yes, he's a lifelong martial artist 🥋 oss

[@NicholasMGlasson]

Yeah, it's nice huh. All the black belts (well most it seems) tend to be very nice and know to set a good example, maybe because of the process it took to get there, but we know it's also personality and upbringing to or many more would be more like this :)

[@IndefiniteMark]

@@NicholasMGlasson Definitely, it's very inspiring.

[@Se7enDsinSGaming]

@@NicholasMGlasson it's because you get your ass kicked getting that belt and that's the only way to learn.

[@Jistsu77]

One of the most agressive fighters, yet one of the most humble and relaxed guys to be around.

[@divine_swine9665]

i wouldn't say he's "one of the most agressive fighters" dude has more "W's" come down to decision's defending his title than any other champ in MMA. doesn't mean he's not in the conversation for top 5... cause he certainly is. i just wouldn't call him "agressive."

[@jacobsvensson8193]

GSP as a champion was like the opposite of aggressive fighter, someone who just tries to break opponents with ruthless offense, he was very calculating, found out opponents weakness and exploited them, an insane athlete with amazing takedowns and timing, dominant top control, and he had a heck of a jab

[@Jistsu77]

@@jacobsvensson8193 when I said agressive I didn't mean Mike Perry agressive, I meant GSP agressive. Calculating, timing, countering, but from first second until last he was putting his rapid tempo on his opponents. I rewatched his highlights few days ago, and realized GSP was freaking relentless, overwhelming his opponents with fast tempo, but yet was very careful and patient with his shots especially.

[@GeorgeZimmermen]

Prob the least aggressive fighter but the smartest. He’s the GOAT imo

[@julianz.9164]

Be most careful of the dog that doesn't bark

[@diegoramirez492]

He went from street fight to a master less in self defense 😂. I love it !

[@JM-gu3tx]

What a delightful, kind, appreciative, warm personality and demeanor GSP has--a real gentleman.

[@Nonconceptuality]

GSP! A champion that showed respect to his opponents and humility in life. A class act. Not like most of those MMA clowns today

[@lucasgrey9794]

Mcgregor made a lot of fighters millionaires. Khabib included. Khabib would actually be NOTHING without the fight he had with Mcgregor.

[@douglasgillespie317]

Its the 🇨🇦way forever!

[@LondonConfidential]

@@lucasgrey9794 It's funny that you already knew the clown was McGregor. And instantly assumed the opposite (the class act) is Khabib. You already know. Smh.

[@lucasgrey9794]

@@LondonConfidential It's an objective fact that McGregor is the only reason UFC fighters are able to make MILLIONS from fights. Khabib would NOT be able to build his gymn in Dagestan without McGregor.

[@justin8865]

It's an all an act man, the guys today all know without controversy they ain't going to get paid

[@mrrothskin6165]

I was jumped in a dark ally by 2 thugs last year. Went on for about 5 mins. One guy told the other “get him down so we can finish him”. I believe staying on my feet, and causing one of the guys to lose interest by eye gauging him saved my life. Btw you know how they say, how your life flashes before your eyes.. when I was being forced to the ground, each one my kids ran through my mind, to see them again, I had to stay up. Stay safe!

[@thelastgeneration1926]

Wow man.

[@whitedom2041]

were they black?

[@thelastgeneration1926]

@@whitedom2041 I dont think blacks would say get him down so we can finish him. That sounds white. Blacks would instead say "ayo kill dat nigga for real"

[@loverofhumanity]

@@thelastgeneration1926 lmaooooooo

[@Writeous0ne]

in this situation you should have ran off, usually one of them will be faster than the other, if the fastest one catches up, turn around and try to hit them by surprise

[@kma3647]

So much of fighting is muscle memory and practice. Anytime you ever listen to someone teach self-defense, listen closely. You'll hear a lot of: if the opponent does this, then you do this. In a real life fight situation, you don't have time to think through that stuff. What GSP shows here is a mastery of joint locks, striking, and other offensive techniques that comes from years if not decades of practice. He's right about a lot of core principles: 1) don't fight fair. There's no ref, so strike the groin, the eyes, the neck, the soft spots where you can inflict maximum damage. In a fight for your life, you fight dirty. 2) Avoid fighting weapons, especially blades. You will get cut. It's a matter of who gets it worse, you or the bad guy. Avoid if at all possible. 3) If you can't avoid, put yourself in a position to win. Strike quickly and leave. Anyway, loved the video. I'm always a fan of GSP, and a fan of the insights you get when you interview. (10 month "late" comment for the algorithm)

[@burts6896]

Re: "Avoid fighting weapons, especially blades." ... Agreed. But how do you control that? You can't. You are guessing at best. Fights escalate. People have weapons you didn't see. Or weapons are found: like beer-bottles or pool sticks or whatever.

[@tillburr6799]

@@burts6896 if they pull something, run

[@orie5539]

Nice comment!

[@cvspvr]

i think the most important skill for street fighting is being able to remain calm under pressure (after being able to run away of course). knowing how to fight is one thing, but remembering under pressure is another thing

[@christianlaw1992]

Man basically said strike first, strike hard, no mercy 😂

[@evanpatterson432]

More like strike first, strike hard, run away

[@axxa5000]

Streets fights are often life or death situations, so it's reasonable tbh.

[@jakob_junior]

Cobra Kai

[@scatdawg1]

Strike the eyes hard no mercy run away

[@teufeldritch]

COBRA KAI!

[@raizalmohammad8188]

He admits his weakness and limitations ....That humbleness shows he has a strong heart inside of him...👍

[@BakedNConfused]

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[@gerardford9706]

@@user-yg1xh7dl8l Sex Fridman

[@ismaelbouach5457]

it should be normal

[@ACarter87]

While everyone knows how humble GSP is lol, I love seeing all these comments saying how humble he is, on a video where he’s not humble and exclaims several times he’s UFC champion and to not fuck with him 😂

[@eduardobenassi3072]

He has a sharp, rational mindset. Gtfo with that "humbleness" bullshit. You barely grasp the extent of that word's meaning.

[@Eagles.Fan.Since.Super.Bowl.52]

These 2 awesome dudes put a smile on my face today.

[@lasciencedelamusique6245]

GSP is an honor to my province of Québec! Nice video, thank you!

[@deadserious9714]

GSP talked about speaking to his childhood bully when he got older and was actually really nice to him. Though I know this to be more common now, people with this strong energy had a time in their life that they felt as weak as a feather. As a kid who was bullied, GSP helps me understand that those moments can make us stronger, it’s all in how your perceive it! Lol thanks guys

[@SunDriedResin]

her...

[@SCORCHED-EARTH]

@@mr.c9367 😐😤🤯😱💀

[@XOChristianaNicole]

Whenever One faces adversity - it is, merely, an opportunity to learn and become better. Whenever something shitty happens, think “YESS!!!” - and make some sort of fist pump or physically excited movement. You might be surprised at how effective such is, in the moment.

[@Mak7even]

@@mr.c9367 her

[@beccagee5905]

@@XOChristianaNicole Yes, exactly. When I was a child, my male cousin bullied me. I'd go home and cry to my dad. Finally one day my dad had enough. He told me to beat my cousin, or he would spank me. I went back to my cousin, and knocked his baby tooth out. We were good friends after that, and I didn't feel helpless any more.

[@KnockemOrLockem]

Love hearing him talk about Bas Rutten at the beginning. "Lethal Street Fighting" is the greatest instructional video of all time.

[@Smashingbonejuices]

Cheers bro, wondering what he said there

[@Ravishrex1]

Bing bong !

[@StheSharknl]

Kaaaading kaaaaadang

[@TL-xv9of]

Best tactic to me is to avoid fighting at all. There is nothing wrong about it especially if you are not an experienced fighter. Street fights are dirty and without rules, so you never know if your opponent has someone in the back, weapon, etc. So most of the time it is better to run.

[@hhcdfhngdzjjbf579]

Idk about what he said tho 🤣🤣 he said he'd rather face francis ngannou in a street fight, than bas rutten. They're both terrifying individuals, but bas would just manhandle you while Francis would literally treat it like the Rozenstruik fight x10. Go check out that fight, and now imagine it being in an alley way lmaoo

[@MAJALIJU]

This one was great, I enjoy GSP so much on everything

[@pltp6904]

Learnt this in my AikiJutjitsu classes at that distance and wider range. Glad to see GSP show them. Strike first is the best rule, and the triangle defense shown is 2nd

[@XtheEntX]

Everyone else: "the best thing to do in a street fight is not to get into a street fight" GSP: "strike first in the eyes neck and genitalz"

[@masterblimpy]

That part is still true however GSP gives us our options if a fight cannot be avoided and/or the aggressor is bigger stronger.

[@leveuf]

You first need to act as you are thinking in the argument!

[@JuanFlores-il4yv]

You forgot "leave the scene". The most important part of what he was saying.

[@tiadiad]

Everyone else: "but what of the way of the peace? The peaceful way?" GSP: "you gotta cause a lot of damage, so you must blind them and suffocate them into submission."

[@leveuf]

"There's no rulz"

[@kevinhillary4057]

0:47 y’all ever notice Gordon Ramsay stands like this pretty often when in arguments

[@N3RDYLICIOUS]

YUP

[@N1h1L3]

He's a black belt in karate and likes boxing.

[@koplak9809]

Clip or bs ?

[@brandonpaavola5634]

Yup. Some lady tried smacking him in kitchen nightmares I remember

[@johnlowtechie950]

Oh yes I remember the clip from hells kitchen

[@marshallguerra1353]

Great information!!! Thanks. And God Bless !!!

[@sheldona2413]

Lex u legend. Idk how you manage to get all these totally different kinds of people on your channel, but keep it up!

[@Lokirogue]

Love how GSP incorporated Bas at the very beginning. This (to me) explains how there are multiple goats and how they learn and grow from one another. Just the throwback to Bas’s bar defense video from GSP says enough (along with how he says he would NOT want to cross an indivisible of Bas’s potential in a street fight). GSP is the face of The Future of MMA by recognizing the past.

[@derhans2619]

I agree Bas is a beast

[@unknownentity8256]

Bas Rutten was a god back in the day

[@Lokirogue]

@@pondacres that is awesome you got to train with him! I really enjoy his witty comedy… the man is hysterical! Like this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3jNgaGCn9upqNU

[@Lokirogue]

@@pondacres lol those dvds were the business! “Now, I’m going to break your leg” lol

[@josiahgonzalez942]

Bas would fold pros with one liver shot 🤦‍♂️ imagine a random at a bar ha ha don't blame goerge for saying that

[@GBuaccc]

When George smirked after explaining the eye gauge, “there is no rules” 💀

[@devinloveridge6805]

I like how GSP advocates the finger jab to the throat instead of punching, was definitely not expecting that 😂

[@eddywong.]

This man is class. A real humble professional.

[@MrClarkeGaber]

This was awesome. GSP is such a good guy, he seems like he'd be shlt tons of fun to hang out with

[@jessedevilbiss8436]

He's friends with a bunch of A stars that go out and let loose

[@motor-head]

I was taught some of these principles as a kid in Karate class. Thanks Georges for the excellent advice and bringing back some memories. 😀

[@Vuldin7]

Its very stupid to attack first just cuz you assume they will. And with assualt charges you just f yourself. Just bait a jab and press charges for easy money, besides why jab then run away? Either run immediately or full fight if you gonna tweak out and risk jail time

[@dellzyog2340]

wow this is a conversation is so good

[@LightlyLilyAsmr]

I love how happy he is talking about the eyes. He's had some good times

[@donotfreeze]

“Eat first and leave the scene.” Last time when I tried to do so, waiter made a big deal out of it, restaurant manager was about to call cops, my wife was hella angry and I got to pay anyway. Not recommended behavior. Remember kids: eat, pay then leave.

[@celticphoenix2184]

😂😂

[@Ajay-km8br]

These kinda jokes stopped being funny around 2004. Move ahead son

[@donotfreeze]

@@Ajay-km8br Don’t tell me how to live my life.

[@tektkite7255]

@@donotfreeze Tim likes buttseks

[@blueskyz8097]

That what I got ......Eat First then Also ... Smother you're Buddy with the Weapon

[@lachlanbell8390]

Man, I just love GSP, he's always just so damn likeable! Greatest Of All Time, but so damn humble, down to earth, ridiculously nice guy, and such a great, dorky sense of humour. I'd be amazed if you could find a single human being alive who *wouldn't* want to be friends with this guy.

[@stevenshar1233]

I'm lowkey upset that GSP doesn't have his own channel. I think he has a lot to teach and share. I'm seeing many fighters have their own channel and make content.

[@mysticstylez5854]

GSP such a class act, kick in ballz, poke in eyes, heated conversation resolved.

[@grahamhoward6410]

Gsp seem like one of the chillest people on the planet

[@stevemcrichards8768]

....until he isn't.

[@kari8187]

That’s why he’s a master fighter 😌

[@salamandiusbraveheart4183]

He's been through a lot

[@leif5046]

I had the pleasure of meeting GSP a couple of times when I was living in Montréal and training BJJ with Bruno Fernandes at Gracie Barra. He’s such a kind and down to earth guy. Takes his training very seriously, and none of that macho BS that is so common in UFC.

[@polderrican]

you trained with bruno fernandes?

[@jessesoto2189]

That was so many flexes in one comment

[@cliveramsbotty6077]

leif

[@leif5046]

@@polderrican Yes, I trained in his first gym in Montréal for about two years. He taught a few of the classes, but most of the classes I attended were taught by brown and black belt students. Prof. Fernandes was usually present during the classes to evaluate our progress, conduct belt promotions, etc. I only met GSP two times: once at a nightclub, and once at the Gracie Barra gym.

[@polderrican]

@@leif5046 still very nice, but i thought u meant bruno fernandes as in the manchester unitied midfielder.

[@xcd87]

GSP known for being one of the nicest most respectful mma champion ever, just told us to strike first and cause as much damage as possible the moment someone touches you in an argument, i love it.

[@sleepstorieswithsteph]

Sent this to my son x thank you. Brilliant 🤩

[@ryanbaker7404]

Easily the most epic thing I’ve seen all day! Fabulous work, Lex and GSP! 🤣👍

[@mikeclarke952]

What kind of days do you have?

[@ryanbaker7404]

@@mikeclarke952 The best days. Just the best. You’re going to love them, trust me. The best!

[@larryphillips4164]

Lex 10 years ago woulda never dreamed he’d come this far. Gg bro. Keep up the good work. Ty for your service to society.

[@on9francisyu]

Did he start his things 10 years ago

[@jsfnnyc]

Wow. Had no idea I could learn deep learning and street fighting all on the same channel. :)

[@lofo-Lo312]

Thankyou learnt a lot today sir

[@frba1856]

We need more self defense videos from guys whov'e actually done MMA and also been on the streets. Doesnt get much better than GSP!

[@truetech4158]

The best self defense, is to not join a cu lt that says violence produces afterlives. And if the attacker is in a afterlife professing cu lt and they usually are, then your mental judo can shape them like a pretzel because they are obviously very maliable.

[@badlaamaurukehu]

@@truetech4158 I thought you were having a stroke at first glance.

[@DoomSquadTennis]

masvidal said u need a good sucker punch and 40 yard dash :D

[@kennymichaelalanya7134]

@@truetech4158 dude you have a good account name but you had to ruin it with a terrible comment/ joke

[@truetech4158]

@@kennymichaelalanya7134 well, a very unapologetic very smiley catholic cleptomaniac threatened to arson my atheist parents home after we allowed him to move in even. Violence never produces afterlives even if you feel offended.

[@dodgygoose3054]

Thanks for this, aggression is everywhere in our world. And having a standard offensive action that can be taught to my daughters and son, quells my fears in their safety.

[@BaconRecoil]

Get them a 9mm when they’re old enough

[@HitlerlandBoi]

In Sparta they had aggression and nobody complained

[@dodgygoose3054]

@@HitlerlandBoi It might be an idea for you to read about Sparta actual history.. How they rounded up their 'wild/savage' children that had survived the terror that was inflicted upon them... I think those children complained plenty.

[@JoeyVol]

@@BaconRecoil You're much more likely to be murdered or assaulted if you draw a weapon on someone in defense. Once a firearm is drawn there's no longer the "flight" mechanism in the mind of the assailant, there's only a fight or die mechanism that takes over in the brain. If you do have a firearm, keep it hidden and don't draw it until they approach you directly with a weapon. You're best off to keep it hidden and just hint at it's existence by putting your hand in your jacket, etc. It's all psychological. Unless of course you want your children to get charged with manslaughter for shooting an unarmed man. Even if they WERE going to get in a fist fight, there's no proof of that without a weapon and the ends don't justify the means. This obsession with the firearm really has caused a lot of hubris, idiocy and tens of thousands of kids of prison for years on end who took another persons life out of what they culturally were taught was fine to do - to take another mans life because he was having a bad day and started screaming at you. Ask any public defense attorney and they'll tell you where giving an 18 year a weapon will get them. Sorry to disrupt your previously held belief that taking another mans life is legal and just dandy, because they're the "other". You'll also see your child sued into abject poverty by the person they shot, or the family of the victim. (They became the victim, of course, because you made it that way instead of just teaching your child to run away from unarmed assailants instead of reaching for a firearm.) They won't be as lucky as a police officer who can just claim he saw him reaching for a knife but it was just a cell phone.

[@BaconRecoil]

@@JoeyVol 1. Most criminals look for victims, not fights. 2. In most states it’s illegal to brandish your weapon unless your life is in imminent danger. 3. Why are you just assuming parents are going to hand out firearms without having an understanding of state laws? 4. Every time you fire a gun in self defense you’re risking your freedom. Risk your freedom or have your life ended. The choice is yours if you’re carrying. 5. If you’re pulling out a gun cause a fist fight is about to happen, you’re probably not cut out to be a responsible gun owner.

[@vanigliaflavour]

"The element of surprise" is a magnetic tie for Your next street fight, Lex! xo from Austria

[@gdaqian]

easy and practical. kudos

[@epicgamermoments4900]

Can't wait for the podcast! Lex if you're reading this, big fan. Keep it up

[@fornowimhere6651]

Being taught how to inflict the most damage to a a random bully on the street picking a fight. By an intelligent gentleman who doesn’t go looking to bully anyone. Love it.

[@FupaKing69]

most dangerous yet kindest man ive seen in a while

[@JasM3dia]

To hit first is great advice when you're in a situation where you can't escape and see no other outcome than to fight and defend yourself, why let the other person get the upper hand by waiting for them to hit first.. I've actually had to follow this advice growing up and it has helped me in the situation more so than running and having the problem return all the time.. But one thing is for sure, teachers doesn't care mostly, so if you defended yourself you'll most likely end up as the one starting the whole thing even if you wanted no part of it. Here in Norway it's also not allowed to use more than necessary force to defend yourself against a threat. So if someone is trying to hit you with their fists then you can't use a weapon against them, or if someone runs at you with a knife you wouldn't be allowed to shoot them, you'd have to use equal force and you can't just hit first, even if you know you're going to get attacked at any moment. You could risk getting punished for using more force than necessary to defend yourself, I kind of understand that for some stuff.. But Jesus, they've made it challenging with how those laws works here, so much so that my girlfriend's little brother got put in prison for hitting someone back when defending himself, reason being is that some of his drunk friends decided they wanted to jump the guy afterwards even when my girlfriend's brother wasn't even involved in the whole thing anymore.

[@othernomad]

“From questions of the cosmos to street fighting. All in a days work” -Lex

[@alcottdevalte7440]

Appreciate this man for always giving us entertainment and fireworks throughout the years :-)

[@user-yg1xh7dl8l]

✛①⑥⑥⑨ ②⑤⑧ ④③⑥③:

[@typeterson8376]

In these situations, my favorite self defense martial art is Track & Field

[@AD-xp3um]

This is the best self defence video ever and so funny at the same time ✊🏾😁

[@rayal4395]

“Strike First, Strike Hard” GSP must’ve got his training from Johnny Lawrence!

[@Homeb]

He really said it too lol

[@elijahrobertscinema6351]

Lex throwing the right hook when George was talking was hilarious lol. love it.

[@BernardoFlor_Krio]

I love how he didn't even registered it as a threat

[@jeffreydani8616]

Not only the element of surprise but also how to set up your target by understanding body mechanics, by blocking either from your left or right to make sure your target doesn't hit back and at the same time attacking the eye. For example some blocks that you do will naturally make the target to attack back. As you can see in this illustration that Lex Friedman's left hand will find it hard to throw a punch.

[@comadoof]

The best fighting advice of all time

[@Melinda_B62]

Excellent information to know. Really enjoying your podcasts, Lex, great content!

[@ohohohitzmagic4536]

That's right Melinda just gouge em in the eyes and kick em in the balls

[@TheZGALa]

Great stuff! I love you more every day Lex. In all the best ways. Thanks for being you!

[@ameerchowdh]

I always come back to watch this clip. George St Pierre, the legend. And of course Lex, hello love from Boston

[@stephendelacruzone]

Neat tips Champ!👑✨👍

[@enochbrown8178]

GSP is the kind of person you want to root for at all times.

[@mrpassive976]

HILARIOUS! "In life, you never want to be the instigator, because then you have the element of surprise." I got a headache I laughed so hard. GSP is a philosophical comedian.

[@xInsanityx100]

He’s absolutely correct though. I’m genuinely confused why that statement is so hilarious?

[@jd3455]

@@xInsanityx100 dont mind him

[@mrpassive976]

@@xInsanityx100 I said that it's funny. Not that it's wrong. Hilarious doesn't mean wrong.

[@xInsanityx100]

@@mrpassive976 yeah I read it. Why is it so funny? Literally nothing about the statement is humorous?

[@mrpassive976]

@@xInsanityx100 Ok that's your opinion dude. Hearing something like "you have the element of surprise" for a reason not to be a douchebag from a guy like GSP is funny to me. If you don't agree just move along. Is this something that really takes up your day?

[@tommydenato8863]

The "scene". Thats criminally brilliant.

[@zarahj1295]

Just saw this video for the first time today and I have to say now I have a huge crush on both of these gentlemen.

[@kaiawebster6638]

Lex you look so excited ! The light in your eyes is like a kid in a candy store 🥰

[@francescos7361]

Like me

[@UpNorthOutWest]

Bot

[@Iron-Bridge]

Not if it's a keto or carnivore diet kid.

[@Michellee970]

I used to LOVE watching St. Pierre fight in the UFC. You know, back when you had to have satellite and order PPV for $80. I'm happy you posted this! It's good to see him again!

[@salmantahir6361]

His fights were always entertaining. I was happy for him when he retried on top. It's always insightful hearing him talk.

[@jasonmacneil2256]

GSP is ALWAYS a class and and a very kind and decent man!

[@orber7057]

upper cut with good leverage from your hips to the liver is a great go to technique. ALWAYS upper cut because that trajectory will kinda get around their ribcage if you throw a straight their ribcage will protect it a little bit

[@GreenTekGuru]

Fantastic advice about reacting to aggression. The key is always (1) situational awareness and (2) staying thoughtful: evaluate, assess, react within the law.

[@gaoxiaen1]

I agree, but fuck the law. Go with your training and instincts. Better judged by twelve than carried by six.

[@GreenTekGuru]

@@gaoxiaen1 The law is the 'law of self-defence'. Typically, you can only use force if they are a genuine threat. And then only enough force until the other person is no longer a threat, and which is proportional to their threat to you. Else anything more (to punish them) means you are now the aggressor, and will face assault charges, or worse if you inflict worse. You need to know the legal limits or face police action, even though you started out as the defender...

[@gaoxiaen1]

@@GreenTekGuru If they try to stand up, they are a threat. Especially if you tell them not to get up. After they've lost vision, there is no reason to get up. They are at your mercy. It is their own stupidity that earns them more injury.

[@GreenTekGuru]

@@gaoxiaen1 Just standing up is an alert to back-up, with a ‘fence’ / distance response. Then assess them as a risk. Then react accordingly. Obviously different if they launch at you from a seated position.

[@gaoxiaen1]

Even if you kill them, you won't get a long sentence. Manslaughter, at worst. Fear (being smaller) and loss of self control (It seemed like the thing to do at the time) are factors in your sentence. Better judged by twelve than carried by six. You might even get by with just probation.

[@rushedandlost]

Both these young men, (much younger than me) are classy guys, and good men. Men like these give me hope for the future. We could use more like them.

[@ilikezappa3268]

Thanks George . A nun at the bus stop looked at me in what was obviously a funny way . I gouged out her eyes like you said . I was unharmed . I think the element of surprise should be taught more. Peace !

[@SavageGameHawk]

😂

[@gilleschercuitte4255]

I would never have paid attention to UFC if it wasn’t for this guy. GSP literally legitimized the sport because he was never an a**hole and is such a nice guy that people started to think it wasn’t just a bunch of crazy Joe Rogan’s in this sport. GSP is a role model for life.

[@Seven-tk7sp]

Whereas nowadays people hate when fighters are humble and kind, they call them “goody two shoes”. People hate them unless they are super rude like mcgregor. Absolute casuals

[@shashipancholi]

4:20 “you wanna make sure you get close to the weapon” advice that sounds very different depending on your level of training

[@mostafamagdy7731]

I think he means that only in the case of inevitable confrontation with someone wielding a weapon, then it would make sense to get as close as possible, if it can be avoided then by all means RUN.

[@MontegaB]

GSP has to be one of the best all around humans. Physically, mentally, emotionally. I love it.

[@alrightythen1466]

Idk man I heard he owns a Justin Timberlake cd

[@thomasbelichick3297]

I like the video. Very nice advices. I think it is not the same for all people but, the more skilled I become in martial arts, the less I want to be in a street fight. I don't know why, but that's how I feel.

[@MrMikkyn]

This is such good advice for beginners. Thanks GSP and Lex

[@burts6896]

I didn't get much out of the video. IMO, beginners need more of an overview of "the menu". Take the example of someone who is just about to punch you -- here are four things to consider: (1) avoid (e.g. dodge, duck, step back); (2) block & deflect; (3) control & defense (e.g. arm control, cover and clinch); and (4) draw attention. I hope to find level-headed, clear instruction along these lines.

[@yousnoerd]

Lex, you're awesome! Please stay on youtube for as long as it exists.

[@grants5554]

That hand to the chin thing...chills I'm very impressed with this performance

[@firstlast2386]

Even when GSP talks about eye gouging he still sounds so wholesome.

[@pet3580]

Finally, Im ready to go to the grocery! Thank you. 😁

[@fierydog5605]

I love GSP. He's been one of my fav fighters since he came on the scene.

[@britannybrumley7364]

Agreed. He's been my celebrity crush since forever. Idk who he's with now, but he'd be so much happier with me for sure! 🤣🤣🤣

[@nirogalactoid8398]

@@britannybrumley7364 😂

[@ankyspon1701]

Thanks for this Lex, always enjoyed your programs and as a martial artist myself, adding a bit of self defence to this one, made it more interesting to me and may well just have saved a few of your subscribers lives! As knives were mentioned and my art is blade orientated, from my own perspective, while it's always better to maintain distance and get away if you can, when cornered and forced to defend yourself, the golden rule is, be as close as you can to a gun and as far away as possible from a knife. A gun can kill you at any range, so you stand more chance of hitting/disarming the assailant when close. If you knock the person down, make sure they aren't getting up again, pick up the weapon and take it to the police, so the attacker cannot shoot you as you run away. Don't you just hate it in the movies, when people fighting for their lives leave weapons behind, or don't take the gun off their assailant when they have the chance, so the assassin gets up and shoots them later!!! With knives, unless they throw the blade, a knife can only kill you up close, keep your distance to avoid being stabbed, use your long range weapons lead leg kick and jab and use the Bruce Lee, Inosanto JKD style of hitting and blocking at the same time. As a last resort if a blade comes in don't just watch it stab you, grab the assailants wrist in both hands and use your free body parts, knees, kicks, stamps, head butt and bight etc to destroy the attacker. Alternatively swing them around and throw them into something hard like a door or wall. Most importantly, in any self defence situation, always use a weapon of some kind as this is your best chance and it may also deter an attacker from coming close, so you can get away! When I was first told this by my teacher, I thought that sounds cowardly, but the truth is, self defence means defending yourself and your loved ones' without risking your health or serious injury', some people are highly trained, so even if you know how to fight, without a weapon you will have to be at your best to beat them.. For this reason, always use a weapon, consider what you are carrying pens, keys, bag etc, or grab a bottle, shoe, rolled up magazine, a stick, your belt or even a coat etc and swing it around to keep them away, then use your kicks to the groin, jabs to the eyes when the opportunity arises and follow up with hard hits. Lastly, you are surrounded by hard fixed weapons perfect fro smashing people in to, doors, the wall, lamp posts, the floor, vehicles and other objects, slam you opponent into them and if they are really trying to kill you, make sure they aren't capable of getting up again before you run away. As you saw in John Wick, any weapon is a good weapon, even a 'Fk'g pencil' :0) Keep up the great work.

[@Eye_Radiate_Light]

I think the staff is best yet most benign looking weapon aka the spear or Donatello

[@hazardeur]

@@Eye_Radiate_Light yeah that's why i am always carrying my 1.5m staff everywhere i go. it's a real pain in the club though

[@bruderschweigen6889]

How do you find time to master the blade while balancing reddit and your waifu? Truly impressive man

[@leeburks4540]

Very sensible advice. Thank you.

[@Brickcityluv]

This is a great clip 🤙🤙😎