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In this book, legendary grappler John Jacques Machado outlines the core philosophies and techniques that allowed him to become a world champion despite being born with a physical impairment in one hand. The book focuses on leverage, positioning, and the mental game of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Machado is a 7th-degree red and black belt and a nephew of the founders of the art. His teaching style is highly regarded for its accessibility and focus on technical precision over raw strength.
I learned gee from John Jacques Machado and John Jacques Machado only has one hand
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"Joe Rogan discusses learning Jiu Jitsu from John Jacques Machado, specifically highlighting how Machado's unique physical situation (having only one hand) influenced his highly effective over-hook and under-hook game. This book is the most relevant instructional work by the author mentioned."